FIRE RATED DOORS FOR SCHOOLS
Protect classrooms, corridors, stairwells, and other critical areas in your school with code-compliant fire rated doors
Fire rated doors for schools are essential for protecting students, staff, and property by slowing the spread of fire and smoke during an emergency. These doors are required in corridors, stairwells, mechanical rooms, and other critical areas to meet building and fire safety codes.
At Doors Unlimited Inc, we supply code-compliant fire rated doors designed specifically for educational facilities, including K-12 schools, colleges, and universities.
- Fire rated doors slow the spread of fire and smoke, providing valuable time for safe evacuation
- NFPA 80 and local fire codes with labeled fire ratings.
- Protect classrooms, corridors and stairwells and other critical areas in your schools
WHY SCHOOLS NEED FIRE RATED DOORS
Schools have unique safety requirements due to high occupancy and strict building codes.
Fire rated doors help:
- Contain fire and smoke to allow safe evacuation
- Protect key exit routes like hallways and stairwells
- Meet NFPA 80 and local fire code requirements
- Improve overall building safety compliance
FIRE RATINGS FOR SCHOOL DOORS
Fire rated doors for schools are tested and labeled to withstand fire for a specific period of time, helping protect occupants and meet building code requirements.
- 20 MINUTE RATING
Used for corridor openings and smoke barriers.
- 45 MINUTE RATING
Common in stairwells and hallways.
- 60 MINUTE RATING
Typically for higher-risk areas (limited use).
- 90 MINUTE RATING
Used in stairwells and fire barriers.
COMMON SCHOOL APPLICATIONS
Fire rated doors are required throughout schools, including corridors, stairwells, mechanical rooms, classrooms, cafeterias, and gymnasiums to help contain fire and ensure safe evacuation.
FIRE RATED DOOR REQUIREMENTS FOR SCHOOLS
- SELF CLOSING
Fire rated doors must be self-closing using a door closer or spring hinges
- APPROVED HARDWARE
Hinges must be steel bearing type. Kick-down door holders, rubber wedges, chains, or similar items are not allowed.
- HOLD-OPEN DEVICES
Fire doors may be held open with an electro-magnetic holder or other approved assembly tied into the building fire alarm system or with an integral smoke detector.
- SELF LATCHING
Self-latching is required in fire rated doors using an approved latching device. Push/pull handles are not allowed.
- NO DEADBOLTS
Deadbolts are not permitted in combination with another latching device on fire rated door assemblies.
Key Features for School Fire Doors
- Heavy-duty steel construction for high traffic environments
- Self-closing hinges or door closers (code required)
- Fire-rated glass options for visibility and safety
- Panic hardware for fast emergency exit
- Reinforced frames for long-term durability
Fire Rated Door Materials for Schools
We offer multiple options depending on your needs:
- Hollow Metal Doors – Most common, durable, and cost-effective
- Wood Fire Rated Doors – Used in lower traffic or interior applications
- Doors with Fire Rated Glass – Improves visibility while maintaining protection
Are fire rated doors required in schools?
Yes, fire rated doors are required in corridors, stairwells, and other critical areas to meet fire safety codes and protect occupants.
What fire rating is required for school doors?
Common ratings include 20, 45, 60, and 90 minutes depending on the location and building code requirements.
Do classroom doors need to be fire rated?
In many cases, classroom doors located along corridors must meet fire rating requirements to prevent the spread of fire and smoke.
Do fire rated doors have to be self-closing?
Yes, fire rated doors must be self-closing and self-latching to comply with NFPA 80 standards.
In-House Commercial Hollow Metal Doors Fabrications
Door Unlimited Inc is equipped with a full service welding & fabrication shop! Making Doors Unlimited Shop your top choice for it’s one-stop-shop advantage.
We offer custom hardware prep, welding, sidelites, transoms & borrow lites as well as windows.