Fire Safety at Timber Frame Party Walls: UK Construction Guidance

Party walls in timber frame construction are critical fire barriers. We examine the requirements and common defects.. Timber Frame Party Wall Fire Safety Party walls in timber frame buildings must achieve a minimum of 60 minutes fire resistance. Key requirements: Double leaf construction with independent frames Full fill mineral wool insulation between leaves Fire rated plasterboard linings both sides Cavity barriers at all floor and roof junctions No services passing through the party wall For timber frame fire safety, contact us.