Fabric Fire Retardant Treatment for Film Sets, Wallcoverings & Displays
Certified Fire Retardant Spraying for Blue Screens, Blackouts, Banners & Fabric Walling – UK-Wide
We provide fast, professional fire retardant treatment for fabric installations used in public and commercial spaces. From film and TV sets to hotel wallcoverings, flags, and exhibition displays, our certified service helps you meet UK fire safety regulations with confidence.
*Please note we do not treat fabric on a roll over 5 metres in length or provide backcoating services.
Who Needs Fabric Fireproofing?
Our services are trusted across a range of industries and venues, including:
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🎥 Film & TV studios – blackouts, green/blue screens, and backdrops
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🏨 Hotels & office spaces – fabric wallcoverings and feature panels
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🎭 Theatres & exhibitions – banners, cycloramas, stage décor
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🏛️ Galleries & museums – art hangings and textile installations
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🎉 Event venues – flags, bunting, and custom fabric displays
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🏫 Schools & public buildings – fabric-based teaching displays or panels
🔗 Looking to fireproof curtains? Visit our Curtain Fireproofing page.
Why Choose Fire Proofing Ltd?
Fully Certified Treatments
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BS EN 13501-1 for wallcoverings & display fabrics
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BS 476 Class 1–4 for surface spread of flame
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BS 5852 for display fabrics & furnishings
Specialist in TV & Film Set Materials
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Includes black wool, blackout cloths, velour & cycloramas
UK-Wide On-Site Service
In-House Treatment for Rolls Under 5m
Free Fabric Testing Available
What fabrics can be treated with fire retardant?
We successfully treat most absorbent fabrics, including:
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Black wool serge & velour
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Cotton & cotton mixes
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Polyester & polycotton
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Silk, wool, nylon
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Velvet, jute, calico, hessian
🚫 We do not treat waxed, plastic-coated, painted, varnished, or waterproofed fabrics. No backcoating services provided.
Our Application Process
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Preparation – Ensure access to fabric. We’ll help you prep the area if needed.
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Application – Low-pressure hand or electric pump spraying. No aerosols.
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Drying – Quick drying; areas can usually be used within hours.
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Certification – Issued after treatment and payment.
Certification & Compliance
You’ll receive documentation suitable for:
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Fire officer inspections
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Fire risk assessments
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Insurance documentation
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Building control
Standards we certify to:
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BS EN 13501-1 Class B/C
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BS 476-7 Class 1–4
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BS 5852
🕒 Protection lasts up to 5 years or 5 dry cleans, whichever comes first.
Pricing (Excl. VAT)
Fabric is charged per square metre (m2):
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Orders over 1050m² = £2.00/m2
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Orders over 750m² = £2.40/m2
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Orders over 500m² = £2.80/m2
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Orders over 300m² = £3.20/m2
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Orders over 150m² = £3.60/m2
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Orders less than 150m² = £4.00/m2
*Please note there is a minimum charge of £350 for on-site services and £120 for in-house services.
Clients & Project Gallery
We’re trusted by production companies, venue managers, and designers across the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you treat blackout cloth or cycloramas?
Yes — including black wool, velour, and green/blue screens.
Will my fabric look or feel different?
Some materials may darken slightly or feel fuller. Sample testing is available.
Can I send you fabric to treat?
Yes — we accept rolls under 5m for in-house treatment (by prior arrangement).
Is the certificate accepted by fire officers?
Yes — our documentation is widely accepted across the UK.
How long does treatment take?
Most jobs are completed in a few hours. Treated areas can usually be used the same day.
Disclaimer
We use only certified fire retardant products tested by UKAS-accredited labs. Certificates are accepted by most UK authorities. In rare cases involving unusual material combinations, further testing may be required.
