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Wildfire coating

FRC-529 for T1-11 cedar siding and walls

FRC-529 is a water-based, semi-clear coating intended to slow fire spread. It allows wood grain and color to remain visible. For a siding or wall project, start with the documented tests on T1-11 cedar panels and the stated wall assembly.

A wood deck and cedar-toned vertical siding on a home in dry, hilly country.

Ratings

Ratings for the stated cedar surfaces

ASTM E2768 / E84
FRC-529: ASTM E2768 (E84-30 minutes) & E84 Class B on T1-11 cedar panel.
ASTM E2707
FRC-529: ASTM E2707 vertical wall burnthrough rating (10 minutes 150 kW flame on T1-11 cedar cladding/CDX plywood sheathing).

These entries concern the named product, surfaces, assembly and test conditions. They do not describe a whole-home rating or guaranteed protection during a wildfire.

Before you order

Match the coating to your project

Tell us the siding material, whether it is painted or stained, and where you plan to apply the coating. Review the data sheet with your contractor or applicator for preparation, application, thickness and safety information.

The purpose is to slow fire spread. The coating does not prevent a fire from starting or continuing. Application is the responsibility of the customer or their applicator.

Coating orders are prepaid and final. Read the Coating Terms and Conditions.

Tell us about your siding or wall project

Include the siding material, whether it is painted or stained, and where you plan to apply the coating.