by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Jun 27, 2026 | Thermal Barrier FAQ
Prescriptive vs. Tested systems in the U.S. and Canada The term “thermal barrier” is used frequently in spray foam projects, but it is often misunderstood. Not every fire-resistant material qualifies, and not every coating can be left exposed over foam plastic. To...
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. | May 15, 2026 | Thermal Barrier FAQ
“Fire-rated” sounds reassuring. It sounds like a product is approved, tested and ready to use. But when it comes to spray foam insulation, that label doesn’t mean what most people think it does. Across the industry, there’s a shift happening. Code compliance is no...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Apr 15, 2026 | Safety & Code Compliance, Thermal Barrier FAQ
Chemical disclosure requirements are becoming a defining factor in how projects specify and approve spray polyurethane foam systems. Recent attention around the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) agreement on SPF products containing unreacted MDI...
by International Fireproof Technologies, Inc. | Mar 29, 2026 | Thermal Barrier FAQ
Whether you’re designing with spray-foam insulation or reviewing fireproofing requirements, thermal barriers are a central component of code compliance. These systems slow the spread of fire and protect structural materials from heat, helping maintain building...
by International Fireproof Technologies Inc. | Nov 24, 2025 | Thermal Barrier FAQ
We design our DC315 and DC360 fire-retardant paints to be part of the building’s structure for the long haul. These thin-film acrylic intumescent provide passive fire protection for substrates like spray foam (DC315) or wood/gypsum (DC360), and under normal indoor...
