Fireproofing for Props, Scenic Elements & Set Dressing
Film, television and theatre productions often rely on props made from combustible materials — fabrics, foams, timber, plastics, artificial plants and mixed media. These can ignite quickly under hot lights, pyro, electrical rigs or confined stage environments.
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If your production includes scenic greenery or decorative foliage, we offer specialist fire retardant treatment for artificial plants.
For natural botanical props, we provide dried flower fireproofing to ensure compliance.
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We provide on-site fire retardant treatment and certification for props, scenic builds and decorative dressing, ensuring compliance with studio, theatre and insurance requirements. For crossover productions, commercials, festivals or touring performances, our fireproofing for events & live productions service also supports full-scale installations.
Who We Work With
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Film & TV Art Departments
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Prop Makers & Scenic Workshops
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Theatre Production Teams
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Set Decorators & Standby Props
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Commercial & Advertising Shoots
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Touring Productions
What We Can Fireproof for Film, TV & Theatre
Fabric & Textile Props
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Scenic cloths
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Fabric props
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Drapes & soft goods
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Textile coverings
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Painted canvas
(Achieves BS 5867 Part 2 Type B)
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This is the same standard used in our certified curtain fire retardant treatment, commonly required for theatrical drapes and backdrop fabrics.
Foam, Upholstery & Mixed Media
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Upholstered props
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Padded structures
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Foam elements
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Costume-related textiles
*(Achieves BS 5852 Part 1)
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If your build includes seating or soft furnishings, our fireproofing upholstery service ensures all padded elements meet inspection requirements.
Timber, Plants & Scenic Elements
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Scenic flats
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Timber prop builds
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Artificial plants (decorative use only) — treated via our fire retardant treatment for artificial plants service
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Dried botanical props — treated via our dried flower fireproofing service
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Multi-material construction
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For scenic builds using wood, we can advise whether surface treatment is suitable or if you need our broader fireproofing wood solutions.
Fire Standards for Props & Scenic Elements
BS 5867 Part 2 Type B
Used for scenic cloths, drapes and fabric props.
This is also the standard applied in our curtain fire retardant treatment service.
BS 5852 Part 1
Used for foam props and upholstered items.
Also relevant to our fireproofing upholstery service.
BS EN 13501-1 Class B
Used for timber structures where a spread-of-flame rating is required.
For cladding-style scenic builds, surface treatment may not be sufficient, in which case our fireproofing wood guidance applies.
Why Production Teams Choose Us
✔ Fast turnaround for tight production deadlines
✔ Nationwide on-site treatment at studios, theatres & locations
✔ Correct chemical for each material type
✔ Certification accepted by insurers & safety officers
✔ Non-disruptive to filming or staging
✔ Ideal for mixed-media props and scenic builds
If your production later transitions to a live event or touring show, our fireproofing for events & live productions service provides continuity across all environments.
Certification for Film, TV & Theatre Props
We issue certification after treatment and payment, including:
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Materials treated
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Fire standard achieved
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Treatment date
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Suitability notes for inspectors
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Insurance-approved documentation
This ensures props pass all studio, theatre and production safety checks.
Need Fireproofing for Film, TV or Theatre Props?
We provide fast, compliant, on-site treatment for props, set dressing and scenic elements anywhere in the UK.
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📧 adam@fire-proofing.co.uk
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