Commercial Fire-Rated Doors

Fire-rated doors in commercial facilities provide the critical barrier needed to slow flame spread and contain smoke, protecting structural egress pathways when safety, compliance, and asset protection are uncompromising requirements. Designed for demanding environments, these assemblies help safeguard occupants while assuring regulatory compliance throughout the building.

What Are Fire-Rated Doors?

Fire-rated doors are specifically engineered door assemblies designed to impede flame, heat, and smoke passage in the event of a fire. Fire-rated doors prevent the spread of a fire to other areas, allowing occupants to safely evacuate and providing emergency personnel with safer access. There are intumescent seals around the doors that expand upon heat to lessen gaps within the door, thereby helping to keep smoke and flames from migrating to adjoining spaces.

Complementing their first priority of life safety, fire-rated doors are available in many styles and finishes that easily blend into commercial settings. Whether the project demands a clean, modern look or a more traditional appearance, these doors offer the flexibility to meet design goals while continuing to support essential safety and code compliance across offices, schools, medical buildings, and industrial facilities.

Why Choose Our Fire-Rated Doors?

Code-Compliant Safety

Every assembly is tested and labeled to UL 10C and NFPA 80 standards for dependable fire protection and legal compliance in commercial applications.

Durability for High-Traffic Spaces

Manufactured with steel or composite cores that are designed to withstand multiple uses under extreme temperatures and long-term facility requirements.

Architectural Design Flexibility

Available in single or double configurations with options for vision lites, louvers, access-control prep, and ADA-compliant hardware.

Seamless Integration

Designed to be compatible with hollow-metal frames or custom frames, installation is efficiently executed for new construction or retrofits.

Best Uses for Fire-Rated Doors:

Office buildings, schools, and healthcare facilities
Mechanical and utility rooms
Stairwells, exit corridors, and rated egress walls
Data centers, manufacturing plants, and warehouses
Renovation projects requiring upgraded fire separation

Frequently Asked Questions

How do fire-rated doors work?

They use fire-resistant cores and intumescent seals that expand during heat exposure to block the spread of flames and smoke.

What fire-ratings are there?

Common ratings include 20-, 45-, 60-, and 90-minute classifications depending on door location and code requirements.

Are fire-rated doors required by law?

Yes. Commercial buildings are required to install them when fire separation, compartmentalization, or protected egress routes are mandated by the code.

Do fire-rated doors impact design options?

Not at all, architectural veneers, paint finishes and hardware styles let fire-rated doors match modern commercial interiors. Do they require routine maintenance? Annual inspections ensure hinges, closers, seals, and lites continue to function properly and remain code-compliant for continued protection.

Do they need routine maintenance?

Annual inspections ensure hinges, closers, seals, and lites remain functional and code-compliant for continued protection.

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Why Choose Woodwork for Your Commercial Doors?

We offer trusted, high-quality commercial door brands with expert guidance every step of the way. Whether you’re a contractor, builder, or property manager, our team helps you find the right fit for your project — without the big box runaround. From custom styles to quick lead times, we make it easy to get doors that work hard and look great.

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Types of Commercial Doors

Choose Your Perfect Commercial Door Type

Interior Doors

Designed for high-traffic commercial environments, these doors balance appearance and performance — ideal for offices, schools, healthcare facilities, and more.

Exterior Doors

Engineered to withstand the elements and provide superior security, insulation, and energy efficiency for entrances, storefronts, and service areas.

Architectural Doors

High-end door systems that merge design precision with performance — often used in feature spaces, hospitality, and institutional buildings where form and function must align.

Accordion Doors

Space-saving and versatile, accordion-style doors are perfect for dividing conference rooms, classrooms, and flexible spaces without permanent walls.

FEMA & Fire-Rated Doors

Tested and certified for critical safety applications — FEMA-rated doors provide severe weather protection, while fire-rated doors help prevent the spread of fire and smoke in compliance with building codes.