Collection: Glazed Fire Doors

Glazed steel fire doors are available in several configurations depending on fire resistance period, glazing size, smoke control requirements, and security needs. All must be supplied as certified door sets tested to BS EN 1634-1 (and BS EN 16034 where externally installed).

By Fire Resistance Rating

FD30 Glazed Steel Fire Doors
Provide 30 minutes of fire resistance. Commonly used in offices, schools, and standard commercial corridors.

FD60 Glazed Steel Fire Doors
Offer 60 minutes of fire protection and are widely specified in industrial and higher-risk buildings.

FD90 / FD120 Glazed Steel Fire Doors
Used in plant rooms, service risers, and areas requiring extended fire compartmentation.

Vision Panel Steel Fire Doors

Steel doors fitted with smaller glazed apertures (vision panels). These improve visibility along escape routes while maintaining strong fire resistance performance.

Large Glazed Aperture Fire Doors

Doors incorporating larger fire rated glazing panels to allow greater light transmission and open plan aesthetics. Glazing size is limited by certified test evidence.

Fire and Smoke Rated Glazed Doors (FD30S / FD60S)

These doors combine fire resistance with smoke control performance. They include intumescent and smoke seals to restrict cold smoke movement, often required in protected escape routes.

Single and Double Leaf Glazed Steel Fire Doors

Available as:

• Single leaf doors for standard openings
• Double leaf doors for wider corridors or higher occupancy spaces

Both configurations can incorporate glazed panels within the tested limits.

Security Rated Glazed Steel Fire Doors

Where enhanced protection is required, glazed steel fire doors can be supplied with additional security ratings (e.g. LPS 1175 and PAS24), provided the fire certification remains valid.

Each type must be installed strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s tested configuration to maintain fire integrity, glazing performance, and regulatory compliance.

Glazed steel fire doors can be tailored to suit architectural design, visibility requirements, and fire performance needs, provided all options remain within the scope of the certified test evidence (typically BS EN 1634-1, and EN 16034 where externally located).

Fire Resistance Rating

Available in certified fire ratings such as:

• FD30 (30 minutes)
• FD60 (60 minutes)
• FD90 / FD120 (where required)

Smoke control variants (FD30S / FD60S) can also be specified where cold smoke restriction is required.

Glazing Configuration

A key customisation element is the glazing design, including:

• Vision panels (rectangular, square, circular)
• Vertical or horizontal glazed apertures
• Larger glazed areas within certified limits
• Multiple vision panels

All glazing must use certified fire-rated glass and approved glazing systems.

Glass Type Options

Depending on performance requirements, glazing can include:

• Fire integrity glass (E classification)
• Fire integrity and insulation glass (EI classification)
• Clear or obscured finishes
• Safety-rated fire glass where impact resistance is required

Door Configuration

• Single leaf doors
• Double leaf doors
• Overpanels or side panels (subject to certification scope)

Door sets are manufactured to measure.

Finish and Colour

Steel doors can be powder coated in a wide range of colours to suit branding or architectural design. Frames and glazing beads can be colour matched for a consistent finish.

Ironmongery and Hardware

Customisable hardware options include:

• Lever handles and escutcheons
• Panic bars or emergency exit devices
• Door closers (surface or concealed)
• Access control integration
• Electromagnetic hold-open devices
• Multi-point locking systems

All hardware must be approved for use within the certified door set.

Seals and Threshold Options

• Intumescent seals
• Combined fire and smoke seals
• Drop seals or low-threshold options for accessibility compliance

Security Enhancements

Security-rated upgrades (e.g. LPS 1175) may be available, provided they do not compromise the certified fire and glazing performance.

It is essential that all design selections remain within the manufacturer’s tested configuration to ensure continued compliance with fire safety regulations and declared performance standards.

Glazed steel fire doors are specified where certified fire resistance is required alongside visibility and light transmission. They are commonly used in commercial, industrial, and public buildings to maintain compartmentation without creating enclosed or visually restricted spaces.

Office Buildings

Installed in:

• Corridors
• Stairwells
• Internal compartment walls
• Plant and service rooms

Glazing improves visibility along escape routes and enhances workplace safety.

Schools and Educational Facilities

Commonly used in:

• Classrooms
• Assembly halls
• Sports facilities
• Circulation corridors

Vision panels help staff monitor movement while maintaining fire protection.

Healthcare Buildings

Hospitals and care facilities use glazed steel fire doors in:

• Protected corridors
• Clinical areas
• Service rooms

They support compartmentation while allowing observation and light flow.

Industrial and Commercial Units

Used in:

• Workshops
• Production areas
• Plant rooms
• Service corridors

Steel construction provides durability, while glazing enhances safety in busy environments.

Retail and Public Buildings

Specified in:

• Shopping centres
• Back of house areas
• Service corridors
• Customer circulation routes

Glazing improves sightlines and reduces collision risk.

Multi Occupancy Residential Buildings

Installed in:

• Protected stairwells
• Shared corridors
• Service areas

They help maintain fire separation while providing visibility for occupant safety.

Glazed steel fire doors are selected where a balance of fire resistance, durability, and improved visibility is required, ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations while enhancing overall building functionality.

Glazed steel fire doors combine certified fire resistance with visibility and durability, making them suitable for commercial, industrial, and public buildings where safety and practicality must work together.

Certified Fire Resistance

Tested to BS EN 1634-1 (and EN 16034 where externally located), glazed steel fire doors provide defined fire resistance periods such as FD30, FD60, FD90, or FD120, helping maintain compartmentation and protect escape routes.

Improved Visibility and Safety

Integrated fire rated glazing allows clear sightlines along corridors and escape routes. This reduces collision risk in busy environments and supports safer evacuation.

Natural Light Transmission

Glazing allows light to pass between compartments, reducing the need for artificial lighting and creating a more open internal environment.

Robust Steel Construction

Manufactured from heavy duty steel, these doors provide excellent durability and impact resistance, making them suitable for high traffic areas.

Smoke Control Options

Available as FD30S or FD60S, glazed steel fire doors can include smoke seals to restrict cold smoke movement and enhance life safety.

Security Enhancements

Steel construction provides strong resistance to forced entry, and security-rated options (e.g. LPS 1175) can be specified where required.

Compatible with Access Control

Glazed steel fire doors can integrate with:

• Panic hardware
• Door closers
• Electromagnetic hold open devices
• Access control systems

All components must remain within the certified door set specification.

Customisable Appearance

Available in a wide range of powder coated finishes, glazing sizes, and configurations to suit modern architectural design.

Long Service Life and Low Maintenance

Steel construction and durable glazing systems provide reliable long-term performance with routine inspection and maintenance.

These features make glazed steel fire doors a practical solution where certified fire protection, visibility, durability, and design flexibility are required within compliant building environments.

Glazed steel fire doors are regulated life safety products and must comply with fire testing standards, product regulations, and Building Regulations. Because glazing forms part of the fire barrier, both the steel door and the glazing system must be certified together as a complete door set.

Fire Resistance – BS EN 1634-1

Internal glazed steel fire doors must be tested to BS EN 1634-1, which assesses fire resistance performance. Certification confirms:

• Integrity (E) – Resistance to flame penetration
• Insulation (EI) – Limitation of heat transfer (where specified)
• Declared fire resistance periods (e.g. 30, 60, 90, 120 minutes)

The glazing system (glass type, glazing beads, seals) must be included within the tested configuration.

Smoke Control (Where Required)

Where smoke restriction is required, doors must comply with smoke leakage classifications and be specified as FD30S or FD60S, incorporating approved smoke seals.

External Applications – EN 16034 and BS EN 14351-1

If the glazed steel fire door is externally located, it must also be:

• Tested to BS EN 16034 (fire and/or smoke control characteristics)
• Compliant with BS EN 14351-1 (external pedestrian doorsets)
• Fully CE and UKCA marked

This covers additional requirements such as air permeability, water tightness, and wind load resistance.

Building Regulations – Approved Document B

Glazed steel fire doors must comply with Approved Document B (Fire Safety) and align with the building’s fire strategy. This includes:

• Correct fire resistance period
• Installation within compartment walls
• Protection of escape routes

Hardware Compliance

Where fitted with panic or emergency hardware, devices must comply with:

• BS EN 1125 – Panic exit devices (public access buildings)
• BS EN 179 – Emergency exit devices (staff-only areas)

All ironmongery must be approved for use within the certified door set.

Installation to Certified Detail

Installation must follow the manufacturer’s tested specification, including:

• Approved gap tolerances
• Correct fixings
• Certified glazing systems
• Compatible seals and closers

Unauthorised modifications can invalidate fire certification.

Ongoing Inspection and Maintenance

Glazed steel fire doors must be included in routine fire safety inspections to ensure:

• Doors self close and latch correctly
• Seals remain intact
• Glazing is undamaged and securely fixed
• Hardware operates reliably

When correctly specified, installed, and maintained in accordance with BS EN 1634-1 (and EN 16034 where required), glazed steel fire doors provide compliant fire compartmentation while maintaining visibility and life safety performance.

Glazed steel fire doors are certified life safety products and must be installed and maintained strictly in accordance with their tested configuration. Because the glazing forms part of the fire barrier, installation quality is critical to maintaining compliance.

Installation Requirements

Install as a Complete Certified Door Set

Glazed steel fire doors must be installed as a fully certified door set, including:

• Steel door leaf
• Frame
• Fire-rated glazing system
• Intumescent and smoke seals (where required)
• Hinges and hardware
• Door closer

All components must match the tested specification under BS EN 1634-1 (and EN 16034 if externally located).

Glazing System Compliance

The glazing must:

• Use certified fire-rated glass
• Be fitted with approved glazing beads and seals
• Follow the tested aperture size and positioning

Altering glazing size or using non-approved components can invalidate fire certification.

Structural Fixing

Frames must be securely fixed into suitable fire-rated wall constructions (masonry, concrete, or steel stud) using the approved fixing pattern and centres.

Gap Tolerances and Alignment

Installation must maintain certified gap tolerances between the leaf and frame. Excessive gaps can compromise fire and smoke performance. The door must operate smoothly and self close correctly.

Self-Closing Devices

An approved door closer must be fitted and adjusted so the door closes fully and latches reliably.

Hardware and Alarm Integration

If fitted with panic hardware, access control, or hold-open devices:

• All components must be fire-rated
• Installation must not compromise door integrity
• Hold-open devices must release automatically upon fire alarm activation

Supply Only Considerations

Supply only glazed steel fire doors may be provided for competent installers. However:

• Accurate measurements are essential
• Installation must follow certified instructions exactly
• Compliance responsibility transfers to the installer and building operator

Professional installation is strongly recommended for commercial and public buildings.

Maintenance Requirements

Routine Inspection

Glazed steel fire doors should be checked regularly to ensure:

• Door closes and latches correctly
• Intumescent and smoke seals are intact
• Glazing is undamaged and securely fixed
• Hinges and hardware are secure

Glazing Condition

Inspect glass panels for:

• Cracks or damage
• Loose glazing beads
• Seal deterioration

Any damage to glazing must be repaired using approved replacement components.

Periodic Servicing

In commercial settings, fire doors should be inspected at least annually, or more frequently in high-traffic areas. Maintenance may include:

• Adjusting closers
• Replacing worn seals
• Tightening hardware
• Ensuring correct latch engagement

Ongoing Compliance

Glazed steel fire doors must be included in the building’s fire risk assessment and routine safety inspections. Any modification outside the tested scope can invalidate certification.

When correctly installed and maintained, glazed steel fire doors provide durable, compliant fire compartmentation while maintaining visibility and long-term life safety performance.

The cost of glazed steel fire doors depends on fire resistance period, glazing size, configuration (single or double leaf), hardware specification, and whether the door is internal or external. Because the glazing system must be certified as part of the fire-rated doorset, pricing reflects both steel construction and approved fire-resistant glass.

FD30 Glazed Steel Fire Doors (30 Minute Rating)

Commonly used in offices, schools, and standard commercial corridors.

• Supply only: From £950 – £1,500
• Supplied and installed: From £1,600 – £2,500

FD60 Glazed Steel Fire Doors (60 Minute Rating)

Specified in higher-risk commercial or industrial buildings.

• Supply only: From £1,200 – £1,900
• Supplied and installed: From £2,000 – £3,200

FD90 / FD120 Glazed Steel Fire Doors

Used in plant rooms and high fire-risk environments.

• Supply only: From £1,800 – £2,800
• Supplied and installed: From £3,000 – £4,800+

Glazing Size Impact

Smaller vision panels are included within base pricing ranges.Larger glazed apertures or multiple panels may add:

• £300 – £1,000+, depending on glass type (E or EI classification) and size.

Fire and Smoke Rated (FD30S / FD60S)

Smoke control specification may add:£150 – £400, depending on seal and hardware requirements.

Security Rated Glazed Steel Fire Doors

Where combined fire and security certification (e.g. LPS 1175) is required:

• From £3,500 – £6,500+ installed, depending on configuration.

What Affects the Final Cost

Fire resistance period

• Single or double leaf configuration
• Glazing size and glass specification
• Panic hardware or access control
• Powder-coated finish
• Installation complexity
• External compliance requirements (EN 16034 / BS EN 14351-1, where applicable)

Getting an Accurate Quote

Because glazed steel fire doors must be installed as certified door sets to maintain compliance with BS EN 1634-1 (and EN 16034 where external), a detailed site survey or accurate opening measurements are recommended. This ensures the correct fire rating, glazing specification, and hardware selection for full regulatory compliance.