Wood Deck Fire Protection
Fireproofing wood decks is a must that we should never skip. As more people use decks outside, they need to be safe and last long. Wood decks can look good and do a lot for us, but they can catch on fire easy. If there is a fire in a wildfire or you burn something outside or other things can cause fire on the deck, we need to be safe from fire damage.
Fireproofing can help make your deck and the rest of your house safe from fires. This blog will tell you why fireproofing wood decks are a good idea and the ways you can protect your home from fire and damage.
The IBHS Research Center has conducted tests on flying hot embers. It was observed that they get stuck in the gaps of the boards and at the point of contact with the deck.
Why fireproofing your wood deck can help you: 1. Stops fires spreading from the house - a deck can carry the heat and fire that can hit your house, fires can come in through a deck and can make a lot of damage.
2. Stops the embers flying in the air from catching the deck on fire - sometimes fires that start in a tree or other places can send embers in the air that can land on the deck and start a fire on it if it is flammable. You can use fireproofing treatments to help keep this from happening.
3. Save your house and your family - if you don’t do anything, your house can have big problems, and you can lose your house and things if something happens.
Be ready for wildfires- if you live in the woods or outside wild land you're not safe from fires, but you can stop that fire from hitting your house or deck if you keep it safe and with the right things.
How you can keep your wood deck safe from fire?
Use things that won’t burn fast-use things that can resist heat and will not catch fire fast. Put stuff that can resist heat on your deck, like flame retardant furniture
Keep the grass, branches, and leaves away from your house. Make sure you keep at least 5 foot of stones or shale grass or pieces of rock, so the fire cant get near your house or deck.
Put metal netting or other things on the bottom of your deck to keep fire embers away from your deck.
Add a fire retardant spray or fire retardant additive to the wood to prevent fire.
Use things that won't burn around your deck, and water the grass around your deck.
Put a sprinkler or spray system on your deck in case of fire.
Is Fireproofing Your Deck Worth the Investment? Break down the costs associated with fireproofing wood decks versus the potential financial loss from fire damage. By addressing these topics, homeowners can gain a comprehensive understanding of fireproofing wood decks and the importance of taking action to protect their properties. Recap the importance of taking protective steps for the deck and offer a final piece of advice, such as “Take proactive steps to enhance the safety of your home and loved ones.”