by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Aug 29, 2026 | Intumescent Coatings
Bottom Line: No. Contractors should not assume an intumescent coating can also function as a vapor barrier unless the product has been specifically tested and approved for that purpose. Intumescent coatings and vapor barriers perform two completely different...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Jun 22, 2026 | Intumescent Coatings, Thermal Barrier FAQ
Intumescent coatings vs. cementitious thermal barriers is a comparison of two respectable ways to solve the same problem: protecting spray polyurethane foam from fire exposure. But in practice, they behave very differently and, more importantly, they are tested,...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Jun 15, 2026 | Fire Safety, Intumescent Coatings
Understanding how intumescent coatings perform in a fire has traditionally relied on large-scale burn testing. While these methods remain essential for certification, emerging research is changing how we evaluate fire protection systems. New testing models, such...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Feb 27, 2026 | Intumescent Coatings
Fire protection coatings don’t have to be purely functional. While intumescent paints are designed for life safety, IFTI has developed solutions that also give builders and designers a choice in appearance. IFTI’s leading products, DC315 is available...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Feb 15, 2026 | Intumescent Coatings
Intumescent coatings are one of the most reliable forms of passive fire protection available for steel and structural materials. But like all building components, they have a finite lifespan that depends on how they’re applied, where they’re used and...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Feb 9, 2026 | Intumescent Coatings
The durability of intumescent coatings is one of the most important factors in modern building safety. A groundbreaking 2024 study published in the Fire Safety Journal by the Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) in Germany has provided new...
