Description
Asbestos Encapsulating Smoke & Flame Retardant Coating
Thermoguard Asbestos Encapsulating Smoke & Flame Retardant Coating is a specialist encapsulating system designed to help seal rigid, sound asbestos-containing materials and reduce the release of harmful fibres into the atmosphere.
The coating creates a flexible bonded surface over asbestos materials, helping secure residual fibres while also providing smoke and flame retardant performance for internal and selected external building areas.
What It Does
- Helps seal rigid asbestos-containing surfaces.
- Encapsulates residual asbestos fibres after primary removal work.
- Forms a bonded protective coating to help reduce fibre release.
- Provides smoke and flame retardant surface protection.
- Can be used on concealed or difficult-to-access asbestos locations.
Why Choose This Product?
- Safer containment approach: helps reduce airborne fibre release without disturbing stable asbestos surfaces.
- Flexible protective coating: designed to accommodate normal building movement without cracking easily.
- Low odour water-based formula: easier to use in occupied or enclosed environments.
- Decorative finish options: available in matt and satin finishes with thousands of colour choices.
- Fire performance built in: incorporates smoke and flame retardant compounds within the coating system.
Where It Can Be Used
- Rigid asbestos wall panels
- Ceiling panels and soffits
- Internal ducts and pipework
- External asbestos sheets and fascias
- Concealed asbestos surfaces
- Areas not subject to regular mechanical damage
Important Usage Note
- This product is intended for rigid, stable asbestos-containing materials.
- Damaged, friable or heavily deteriorated asbestos may require specialist licensed removal.
- Always assess asbestos condition before coating.
- Professional asbestos guidance should be sought where uncertainty exists.
Ideal For
- Commercial property maintenance
- Industrial buildings
- Schools and public buildings
- Plant rooms and service areas
- Older industrial units
- Refurbishment projects involving stable asbestos materials
Fire Performance
- Tested to EN Class B s1 d0.
- Achieves Class 0 performance on suitable non-combustible surfaces.
- Class 1 surface spread of flame performance.
- Contains smoke and flaming droplet suppressing additives.
- Suitable for use where flame retardant surface protection is required alongside encapsulation.
Application Information
- Apply by brush, roller or low-pressure HVLP spray.
- Two-coat application system.
- First coat should typically be thinned in accordance with technical guidance.
- Second coat applied undiluted to create a continuous protective film.
- Ensure all surfaces are dry and stable before coating.
Preparation & Safety
- Do not dry sand or mechanically abrade asbestos surfaces.
- Use approved asbestos-safe cleaning methods before application.
- Type H vacuum cleaning or controlled wet cleaning methods are recommended.
- Appropriate PPE should always be worn during preparation and coating.
- Dispose of contaminated waste materials using approved asbestos disposal procedures.
Colour & Finish Options
- Available in matt and satin finishes.
- Over 4,000 RAL, BS and NCS colours available.
- Contrasting colours may help confirm full coverage during application.
- Suitable for improving the appearance of older encapsulated surfaces.
Good To Know
- This product is designed to encapsulate stable asbestos, not replace licensed asbestos removal where legally required.
- Water-based technology helps reduce odour during application.
- The coating remains flexible to withstand normal building movement.
- Coverage rates depend on substrate texture and asbestos condition.
- Fire certificate support may be available following confirmation of correct application.
Need To Seal Asbestos Without Major Disruption?
In many buildings, removing stable asbestos can be expensive, disruptive and unnecessary. Thermoguard Asbestos Encapsulating Smoke & Flame Retardant Coating provides a practical way to help secure sound asbestos surfaces while improving fire performance and appearance.
Need Advice Before Encapsulating Asbestos?
Correct assessment of asbestos condition is essential before any encapsulation work begins. If you are unsure whether the surface is suitable for coating, contact the Thermoguard technical team before ordering.
Technical Support: 01142 768008
Email: technical@thermoguard.co.uk
