Fire stop

fire stop

[′fīr ‚stäp]

(building construction)

An incombustible, horizontal or vertical barrier, as of brick across a hollow wall or across an open room, to stop the spread of fire. Also known as draught stop.

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Fire stop

Obstructions across air passages in buildings which prevent the spread of hot gases and flames, such as the solid blocking between studs and floor and ceiling joists.

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fire stop

fire stop

In a concealed, hollow construction, a material or member which fills or seals the open construction to prevent or retard the spread of fire.

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