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Fire Safe 108 Wood
Sasco Products Limited
06 05 73 Wood Treatment
FIRE SAFE™ 108 Wood is a ready-to-use, water-based intumescent fire retardant wood treatment. Formulated primarily for use as a Class A fire retardant treatment for fibrous cellulose material, FIRE SAFE™ 108 Wood also provides preservative and anti-bacterial properties.
FIRE SAFE™ 108 Wood features are:
- odourless;
- colourless;
- non-toxic and low in volatile organic compounds (VOCs);
- highly durable (tested to withstand over 1000 scrubbing cycles);
- enhances wood lustre;
- complies with the Underwriters Laboratories Canada (CAN/ULC) 102.2-M83, Standard Method of Test for Surface Burning Characteristics of Flooring, Floor Covering, and Miscellaneous Materials and Assemblies;
- can be enhanced to provide excellent wood preservation and mildew-resistant qualities for specific applications;
- flame spread: 20; and
- smoke developed: 95-105.
Contact Information
Phone: 9024682126
Email:
info@sasco.ca
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