Fire Rated Steel Doors vs Wooden Fire Rated Doors – Which Is Better for Commercial Safety Projects?
Fire protection is a critical priority in commercial and residential construction. Whether you are building schools, hospitals, high-rise apartments, retail centers, or industrial facilities, fire rated doors are a mandatory life-safety requirement. These doors are designed to prevent the spread of smoke, flames, and heat, providing valuable time for safe evacuation and protecting property during a fire emergency. At KDSBuilding, we manufacture steel fire rated doors, wooden fire rated doors, and fire-rated glass doors that comply with UL fire rating standards, Chinese standard GB 12955-2008, and EN 1634-1 European fire test standards. We supply fire door systems worldwide, offering both 90-minute and 120-minute fire rating options, customizable designs, and certified quality for project compliance. What Are Fire Rated Doors? Fire rated doors are specially engineered door systems designed to resist fire for a specific period of time (20, 45, 60, 90, or 120 minutes). These doors form part of passive fire protection in a building and are commonly installed in: Emergency exits Stairwell entrances Corridor fire separation points Mechanical and electrical rooms Underground parking access Hotel and apartment fire corridors Warehouse compartment doorways Fire rated doors must be installed correctly with fire rated frames, intumescent seals, smoke seals, fireproof glass (optional), steel hinges, closers, and panic hardware. Types of Fire Rated Doors by Material KDSBuilding offers three types of fire rated doors to meet different project requirements: Type Fire Resistance Durability Cost Aesthetics Best Application Fire Rated Steel Door Excellent Very High Competitive Industrial/Modern Commercial, industrial Fire Rated Wooden Door Very Good High Mid-range Warm appearance Residential, hotels Fire Rated Glass Door Excellent High Premium Modern/Transparent Offices, malls Steel Fire Rated Doors – Maximum Protection Steel fire rated doors are the most durable and safest fire door option. They offer excellent impact resistance, structural stability, and performance in extreme fire exposure. Key Benefits: UL, EN, and GB certified options Reinforced galvanized steel sheet door leaf Fire resistant mineral wool or ceramic core Rust-proof powder coating finish Optional panic bar hardware for emergency exits Excellent security + fire protection Suitable for high-traffic commercial use Best For: Schools, hospitals, factories, warehouses, airports, metro stations, server rooms, and stairwell exits. Wooden Fire Rated Doors – Elegant and Fire Safe Wooden fire rated doors offer a balance of fire protection and aesthetics. These doors are ideal where both architectural design and safety matter. Features: Solid core or laminated fire-rated wood structure Fire resistant fillings (magnesium board or mineral wool) Fire resistant veneer or laminate finish Steel frame optional for higher fire rating Natural or premium wood grain finish availa...
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