How to install Fire Glass on Hollow Metal Steel Fire Door.

Fire Doors is a very essential part of Any Building, especially in buildings like Schools, Offices, Factories, etc. They try to prevent fires from spreading to other areas, which can keep people safe and save lives. Proper Installation And Maintenance Of Fire Doors Are Mandatory To Ensure the Safety of All Adding some glass in the window of your fire door will help to make your fire door much safer. Fire glass is thermally resistant glass that can prevent fires from passing through. This article serves as a free installation guide with a step-by-step process to help you get fire glass installed to your hollow metal steel fire door. Our XZIC brand will help you to be certain that your fire door is safe and complies with all necessary regulations.

How To Fit Fire Glass To Your Fire Door

Here are five easy steps you can take to install fire glass into a fire door. Every step is necessary to ensure the job is done right and safely:

Use Your Fire Door Windows to Measure: Step 1

Go measure the window sizes on your fire door. Use measuring tools like a ruler or measuring tape to obtain the proper size. This will allow you to determine your required fire glass size and quantity. This is why fire-rated glass, or glass that can withstand high temperatures, is critical. This way your firedoor is compliant with all localized safety codes.

Step 2 — Remove Existing Glass

Next up is replacing the existing glass in your fire door. Follow the screws, bolts, or clips that you see holding the glass. Remove these fasteners with a screwdriver or a wrench carefully. Once removed, carefully lift the old glass out of the frame and set it aside somewhere safe. Remove Excess Old Glue — If there is any old glue or adhesive material left in the frame, you may need to scrape it clean using a scrapper or a putty knife. Be sure to clean the window frame of any remnants of the previous glass.

Soak the Fire Glass

Installation of the fire glass is next. The first thing you have to do is to sized the fire-rated glass. A glass cutter will do that for you. Place the fire glass into the window frame carefully so that it fits tight and does not move or shake. Clips, bolts, or even screws might be required to secure the fire glass, depending on your door frame design. Have everything fitted so that it will perform.

Step 4: Seal the Window Frame

Now it is time to seal the window frame after installing the fire glass. You'll want to put a bead of high-temperature silicone seal around the perimeter of the window frame. It will seal up tight against the window, sealing smoke, flame or heat from escaping. Make sure that the silicone is evenly spread all around. If you would like to make this step simplified be sure to apply it using a caulking gun for a smooth application.

Step 5 — Verify the Successful Installation

Check to make sure the fire glass is properly installed after the sealant dries. If the glassbolts are snug, gently twist the glass to confirm that it is fast — not lose. You can even apply some light pressure on the frame to test if the silicone had good Contact Adhesive. The following step is to clean and wipe down the window frame once the silicone has fully cured and dried. This will help ensure that everything looks good and is working properly.

Importance of Installing Fire Glass

So it is very necessary for the fire protection of your building to have good-quality fire glass in your fire door. Its quite useful in maintaining security at places like schools, offices etc. A full description of instructions to install fire glass without too hassle is all there in the step by step guide below. With a little effort by adding the following steps and using XZIC brand fire glass, you will feel assured that your recognized is fire safe and meets all the codes and standards as needed.

How to Install Fire Glass: Five Easy Steps

Installing fire glass into your fire door is easier than you think! Follow these 5 simple steps to help you ensure that your fire door is safe and to the relevant regulations:

Take the measurements of the windows on your fire door.

It involves taking out the old glass already in the frame.

Securely install the fire-rated glass into the frame.

β: Use silicone sealant to lock the window frame tight.

Then ensure that everything is installed correctly.

Now you know how to easily install fire glass and ensure your fire door stays safe with XZIC fire-rated glass.

How to Quickly Install Fire Glass

It is not difficult nor time consuming to install fire glass on your fire door! Here are a few tips to ensure the process runs smoothly:

Remember to properly measure your windows, and to buy fire-rated glass that complies with safety regulations.

Having the proper tools and the right equipment on hand like a glass cutter, scraper, putty knife, and caulking gun to ease the process.

Make sure that when you are putting the fire glass into the window frame so that, it should fit in securely. But don’t overtighten the clips or screws!

First,commercial metal doors and frames cover the window with a torch and seal the window frame as tightly as possible to avoid air entering, thus maintaining witness safety.

Finally, make sure your fire door complies with all local safety codes and regulations and general fire safety requirements.

With these tips and tricks and our simple five-step guide, you can install fire glass into your hollow metal steel fire door with ease. Supported by our XZIC brand, you can maintain the safety of your fire door and boost the overall safety of your building.