Fire Safety Meets Design Freedom
James E. Hatch & Son is proud to announce our exclusive partnership with WJ FireWright to offer Euroclass B Burnblock treated cladding factory coated in Remmers to the UK market.
Following numerous years of research and development we are delighted to work with Remmers to offer a fully certified, factory applied coating system that is compatible with Burnblock. This breakthrough offers our clients a fully certified and tested solution that is available in a range of colours and is suitable for both internal and external applications.
System Overview
1. Burnblock® Fire-Retardant Impregnation
- Deep pressure impregnation treatment for structural and decorative timber.
- Achieves Euroclass B (B-s1,d0) fire classification under EN 13501-1.
- Independently tested and certified by recognised European fire laboratories (BRE Global, RISE, MPA Eberswalde).
- Proven durability under EN 16755 (weathering and leaching).
- 100% non-toxic, biodegradable, free from halogens and heavy metals.
- CE / UKCA marked with full third-party quality control.
2. Remmers Decorative & Protective Coating
- Water-based, translucent and opaque coating suitable for interior and exterior timber cladding.
- Provides UV, moisture, and surface protection, extending the life of Burnblock®-treated timber.
- Compatible with Burnblock® fire-retardant treated timber as a final protective finish.
- Low-VOC formulation (< 140 g/l), environmentally responsible.
- Retains timber’s natural grain, warmth, and architectural appeal.
- CE / UKCA marked with full third-party quality control.
Why Specify Burnblock® + Remmers Coating?
The Burnblock® + Remmers protective coating system allows architects and specifiers to combine beauty, sustainability, and fire safety in timber cladding projects. With full certification, third-party testing, and 100% non-toxic chemistry, it ensures façades look stunning, perform safely, and support sustainable building practices without compromise.
Key Performance Summary
Property | Performance |
Reaction to Fire | Euroclass B (B-s1,d0) |
Durability | EN 16755 / EN 927-6 tested |
Compatibility | Fully compatible with Burnblock®-treated timber |
VOC Emissions | <140 g/l |
Toxicity | 100% non-toxic and environmentally safe |
Finish | Translucent / Opaque, decorative, UV-protective |
Certification | CE / UKCA marked, third-party tested |
Architect & Specifier Benefits
- Design Flexibility: Combines natural timber aesthetics with certified fire safety.
- Sustainable Specification: Low-VOC, non-toxic, environmentally responsible.
- Long-Term Performance: Protects against UV, moisture, and weathering.
- Compliance Confidence: Fully certified to EN 13501-1 and EN 16755.
- Ease of Integration: Suitable for new builds and refurbishment projects.
Virtual Samples
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Our Projects
Looking for inspiration? Have a look at some of our completed projects.
Omaze Lake District House
Structured
Chichester House (Grand Designs)
Structured
Reservoir Lane
Planed
Barnsnap House
Sawn
Starbucks
Planed
Rock Lobster
Planed
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