AB Fire Proof A1 Rated Non-Combustible Decking

A Decking Revolution Is Happening, It looks great and it’s Class A1 Fire Proof rated!

We are taking orders now. Please contact us with your requirements, specific board lengths and colours can be specificed to meet your design.

In the UK in recent years, decks and balconies have very much been in the headlines with the Grenfell Tower disaster in London and more recently a number of other tower block and high rise residential buildings suffering devastating fires in the UK alone. The building industry has been forced to change the materials they use in these buildings. A different type of decking material is needed to replace traditional timber and more recently WPC (Wood Plastic Composite) decking in these types of buildings. A decking material that is still aesthetically pleasing, but also meets the high demands of the very latest building regulations and fire regulations. Of course the product still needs to be cost effective and easy to install.

Currently in the UK your only route for a truly 100% Fireproof and Fire Rated deck is to use an Aluminium decking system. Unlike timber or WPC (Wood Plastic Composite), Aluminium easily meets the demands of the latest building regulations in the UK. It is Fireproof, resistant to damage from moisture and UV, will not warp, splinter or fade. It is however expensive and in a lot of cases not aesthetically pleasing under foot, It can be noisy to walk on, dented and scatched from heavy impacts. It is also electrically conductive and can build up static which can shock you.

Both timber and traditional WPC composite decks don’t stand up to fires or close proximity to heat sources with a risk of fire from BBQs and fire pits.

AB's new Class A1 Fire Rated decking ticks all the right boxes but doesn't have the drawbacks of Aluminium and is very competitively priced when compared to all of the existing solutions on the market.

Highrise, Offices, Stadiums, Schools? There is no decking board that handles the heat quite like it, especially in the UK. AB's Fire rated decking boards are Class A1 Fire Rated non-combustible. Designed and tested for use in both residential and commercial buildings in line with the latest UK / EU fire regulations.

A spa and poolside performer? Swimming pools and spas can be punishing on decks. Repeated cycles of sunshine and soaking from pool water makes decking vulnerable to rot and fading. Just the type of damage AB Building Products decking is designed to resist. You will also benefit from the knowledge that it’s natural look texture will provide a safe non-slip surface for all the family.

Salt Water and extreme weather conditions? AB decking will just shake these conditions off as if it’s a beautiful Spring day. Saltwater and extreme temperature changes can wreak havoc with standard timber and WPC decking, however AB decking can easily handle these conditions and not suffer from warping and splintering. Even after a hard winter. AB decking can easily and quickly be washed down and ready to go for the next season, no yearly painting or staining required.

AB Building Products have supply composite decking for a wide range of projects, from residential gardens, public and commercial spaces, rooftop terraces to high rise balconies for flats and offices. We have supplied decking for seafront locations including marina’s and boardwalks.

Warranty : Limited 15 years warranty

Expected Lifespan: 30 years

Other Product Properties:

Anti-slip
Low Maintenance
Easy Clean
Rot proof
Mould Resistant
Anti-Static
Anti-Corrosion
Low Moisture Absorbance
UV Resistant
Benefits over Aluminium:

Much quieter when walked or rained on.
Coloured throughout.
Better thermal conductivity, will not get anywhere as hot as Aluminium.
Much nicer to walk on especially barefoot.
Looks nicer than aluminium with woodgrain finishes and it’s authentic looks
Much more robust, will not scratch or dent let Aluminium.
Less vibration than Aluminium.
Some recent projects have included:

Battersea Exchange, London
Wates Construction, London
Chelsea Island, London
Brighton Marina, Brighton
Paddington Gardens, London

If you are interested in finding out more about AB Building Products new Fireproof decking, please get in contact to discuss your project in more detail.