Fixing and buying guide
PREMDOR 6 PANEL MOULDED TEXTURED FD30 FIRESHIELD 686MM X 1981MM X 44MM
What this product is and who it is for
This is an FD30 fire-rated internal door leaf measuring 686mm wide by 1981mm tall by 44mm thick. The moulded construction creates a traditional six-panel appearance with textured faces that accept paint finishes well. It is designed for builders, contractors, and serious DIY customers installing internal doorways in buildings where fire safety regulations require 30-minute fire resistance, such as escape routes, communal areas, or specified compartmentation in commercial and residential buildings.
- FD30 fire-rated performance for regulatory compliance
- Moulded panel construction with traditional styling
- White base coat ready for on-site decoration
- Textured faces designed for painting
- Affordable quality alternative to solid timber doors
Sizing and compatibility
This door is a standard internal door leaf with nominal dimensions of 686mm width and 1981mm height. The 44mm thickness is typical for internal fire-rated doors and is compatible with standard 100mm internal door frames. Confirm your frame size and opening dimensions before purchase. The door is supplied as a single leaf only; you will need to source a compatible frame, hinges, and hardware separately. Check that your frame is suitable for FD30 doors and that the door opening is square and plumb.
- 686mm x 1981mm x 44mm leaf dimensions
- Requires separate frame and hardware
- Compatible with standard 100mm internal frames
- Measure your opening carefully before ordering
Preparation and finishing
The door arrives with a white base coat applied to the smooth faces, providing a primer-like foundation for on-site painting. The textured moulded surfaces are designed to accept paint finishes directly. Before painting, inspect the door for any damage in transit and allow it to acclimatise to site conditions for 48 hours. Sand lightly if required and apply your chosen finish paint system. Ensure adequate ventilation during drying. Do not apply finishes that compromise the fire rating of the door.
- White base coat applied; ready for painting
- Allow 48-hour acclimatisation before finishing
- Light sanding may improve paint adhesion
- Use standard interior paint systems
- Maintain fire rating by avoiding non-compliant coatings
Pre-installation checks
Before hanging, verify that the door frame is correctly installed, square, and plumb. Check that hinges and hardware are FD30-rated and appropriate for the door weight. Ensure the frame opening matches the door dimensions and that there is adequate clearance for operation. Inspect the door for any transit damage. Confirm that all fire safety seals and components are in place and undamaged, as these are essential to the fire rating. Do not modify the door in ways that could compromise its FD30 certification.
- Verify frame is square, plumb, and correctly sized
- Check hinges and hardware are fire-rated
- Inspect for transit damage before installation
- Ensure fire seals are intact and properly positioned
- Do not cut, drill, or modify the door in unauthorised ways