Build with Concrete to Prevent and Protect Against Fires

Fires happen, it’s just a matter of when. That’s why this Fire Prevention Week, it’s important to go back to the basics and to the beginning.

The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 taught us that fire prevention and safety must be a top priority. Now, architects and developers build cities and structures with fire prevention and safety in mind. They design and build cities to prevent fires from spreading; and, more importantly, they build with the strongest materials available — like concrete — to protect citizens and firefighters from disasters, such as fires.

Build with concrete to prevent fires.

Unlike wood that combusts at 375 degrees F , concrete can withstand temperatures over 1000 degrees F.

Build with concrete to contain fires.

When fires are contained, they can’t spread to other structures — that means endangering less people while also helping firefighters work to contain and put out the fire.

Concrete helps contain a fire within boundaries:

· As a separation wall, concrete helps to prevent a fire from spreading throughout a building.

· As an exterior wall or roof, concrete helps to prevent a fire from jumping from building to building.

· During wild fires, concrete walls and roofs help provide protection to human life and the occupants’ possessions within a building.

What the experts are saying…

Fire experts agree that it matters which materials you choose to build with. They also agree that natural non-combustible concrete allows firefighters to compartmentalize fires, unlike its wood counterparts.

When you build with concrete, you build with strength and safety not only for your family but for your friends and community.

Learn about the other safety benefits of concrete at www.BuildWithStrength.com