Ideal Fire Suppression for Loft Conversions
When converting your loft, it's essential to install a fire suppression system. iMist™ domestic misting solutions connect directly to the mains water supply, eliminating the need for bulky water tanks and ensuring a discreet fit within your loft space.
Our sleek, compact systems provide optimal fire safety while minimising space intrusion. With quick and easy installation, iMist™ offers you peace of mind and maximum protection in your loft conversion.
Fire Safety Requirements for a Loft Conversion
Loft conversions are a popular way to increase space and add value to your home, but ensuring fire safety and compliance with building regulations is essential.
Key fire safety considerations for your loft conversion include:
- Escape routes (including escape windows)
- Smoke alarms
- Fire doors
In addition to these, other fire safety features can further protect your property, such as:
- Fire-resistant glazing
- Fire alarms
- Sprinkler or fire misting systems
Unlike traditional sprinkler systems, iMist™ fire misting solutions use less water, causing less property damage and feed directly from your existing water supply, eliminating the need for bulky water tanks. iMist™ provides a cleaner, more modern, and sustainable fire suppression option, ideal for loft conversions.
Why is Fire Suppression a Requirement in Loft Conversions?
Increased Fire Risk in Loft Spaces
- Loft conversions often introduce new living areas, bedrooms, or offices into spaces that were previously unoccupied. With added electrical circuits, heating, and sometimes kitchens or appliances, the fire risk increases.
- Fire suppression systems help control fires at the source, limiting the chance of rapid spread.
Protection of Occupants
- Lofts are typically accessed via staircases, which can become bottlenecks during evacuation.
- Suppression systems provide extra protection, helping residents evacuate safely if a fire occurs.
Regulatory Compliance
- Building Regulations often require fire safety measures, including early suppression, when converting lofts into habitable spaces.
- Installing a system ensures compliance with Building Control and insurance requirements.
Minimising Property Damage
- Loft spaces are often above the main living areas. Fires starting in a loft can cause extensive damage to both the loft and the rooms below.
- Suppression systems reduce the risk of serious structural damage and protect valuable belongings.
Supporting Safe Evacuation
- Lofts can have limited escape routes and steep or narrow stairs.
- Fire suppression slows the spread of fire and smoke, giving occupants more time to reach a safe exit.
In short: Loft conversions can increase fire risks due to added electricals, new layouts, and limited escape routes. Fire suppression systems provide early control, protect residents, minimise property damage, and ensure compliance with building regulations.
iMist™ misting solutions have been installed in over 10,000 developments, including loft conversions. The integral pump is designed to be discreet and small enough to fit into even the most inaccessible spaces. The iMist™ system is mains water-fed so unlike sprinkler systems, does not require a bulky, limited water supply tank. It’s also worth mentioning that the flexibility of our hose makes the iMist™ system easy to retrofit.
The Benefits of iMist Fire Suppression Systems
Water mist fire suppression systems are becoming an increasingly popular alternative to traditional systems. Discreet and design-focused, they eliminate unsightly devices in your ceiling. Easy to install and mains water-fed, they requireno bulky water tanks. iMist™ leads the way in water mist technology, continuously innovating to provide safe, stylish,and efficient fire suppression solutions.
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