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Blocked Fire Exit Sparks Warning from Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue

A recent report from Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue highlighted the dangers of blocked fire exits after a chair was found obstructing a door at Grantham Meres Leisure Centre. The incident serves as a strong reminder that even small obstructions can have life-threatening consequences in an emergency. At Premier Fire Doors, we’re sharing this story to raise awareness about the importance of keeping all fire exits clear and fully accessible. (Original article published by LincsOnline / Iliffe Media.)

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Your Complete Guide to Fire Doors in the UK: Questions Answered

Choosing the right fire doors can feel overwhelming, especially with so many rules, standards, and product options to consider. That’s why we’ve put together this easy-to-follow guide answering the most common questions about fire doors in the UK. From legal requirements to product quality and maintenance tips, you’ll find straightforward answers that help you stay compliant, protect your property, and make confident buying decisions.

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Supporting Fire Door Safety Week 2025

Join us in supporting Fire Door Safety Week 2025, taking place from 22 to 26 September. Learn why fire doors matter, how to spot safety issues, and how you can help raise awareness through free webinars, social media, and shared resources. A small action today could save a life tomorrow.

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Would Your Home Survive a Fire?

Why Every UK Home Should Have a Fire Door – And Why Now’s the Time to Act. Fire doors aren’t just for commercial buildings. Discover why they’re essential in UK homes and how Premier Fire Doors can help you protect what matters most.

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Fire Door Safety Week 25th-29th September 2023

Fire Door Safety Week The British Woodworking Federation’s Fire Door Safety Week aims to raise the awareness of the critical role that fire doors play in saving lives and protecting...

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Fire Door Set or Fire Door Assembly - That is the Question!

There is, it seems, confusion in the fire door market over the different terms and meanings 'fire door set' and fire door assembly'. The more we deal with customer enquiring...

20mm combined heat and smoke seals set in brown and white, for fire doors

The Need for Combined Heat and Cold Smoke Seals on Fire Doors.

Fire doors play a critical role in ensuring the safety of a building's occupants during a fire emergency. They are specifically designed to prevent the spread of fire and smoke...

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Fire Doors and Lessons to be Learned

Fire doors are an essential part of any building's safety infrastructure. They are designed to prevent the spread of fire and smoke, protecting both the building's occupants and the property...

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Changes to Fire Door Regulations from Jan 23rd 2023.

The latest changes to fire door regulations is set to come into force on the 23rd Jan 2023, following the golden thread reports issued after the grenfell Tower disaster. If...

Apartment Entrance Fire Doors

In 2021 the Government introduced the Fire Safety Act 2021, in which, after many months of being passed between the House of Lords and the House of Commons, became law, which has affected millions of flat and apartment owners and tenants, who live in multi storey high rise buildings throughout the UK.

Composite Fire doors from Premier Fire Doors

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Composite Fire doors from Premier Fire Doors, the UK’s Leading Supplier.

We are one of the leading suppliers of beautiful composite fire doors, in a range of colours and designs.

Let is take the hassle out of buying your next composite fire door and ensure you are fully compliant with all fire safety requirements.

What You Need to Know About the Fire Safety Act 2021

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If you’re a leaseholder in a building that contains two or more sets of domestic premises, then there’s a major new piece of legislation that you need to know about - the Fire Safety Act 2021. It’s an Act of Parliament that could have some fundamental impacts upon you. Read on to find out everything you need to know about the Fire Safety Act 2021.