Fireproofing Exposed Steel: Coatings vs. Board/Spray Applied Tradeoffs
May 25, 2026
Contego High Solids
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Two Solutions, One Purpose.
Fire Protection That Performs
Contego offers two distinct reactive coating technologies: one engineered for fire-resistance ratings on structural steel, and another designed for flame spread reduction on combustible substrates.
The Best in Fire Resistance
Thin-Film Intumescent Fire Protection for Structural Steel Contego listings protect a wide range of steel section factors, giving engineers greater flexibility across different structural shapes.
Key benefits:
Thin-Film Fire Protection
Low DFT Requirements
Broad Section Factor Coverage (W/D)
LEED v4 / v4.1 Support
Tested Up to 3-Hour Ratings
The Best in Fire Retardants
Fire Retardant Protection for Interior Building Materials Designed to improve the surface burning performance of common interior materials such as wood, foam, and SIP panels.
Key benefits:
Class A Fire Retardant Performance
Protects Multiple Interior Substrates
Smooth Architectural Finish
Zero VOC / Non-Toxic
Economical Fire Protection
