To minimise the risk of injury or death caused by domestic fires, the Statutory Instrument 1324 - Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 include measures to improve the fire safety of materials, both coverings and fillings, used in the construction of domestic furniture. The regulations cover furniture manufactured in the UK and imported into the UK from abroad. Furniture intended for contract use (public houses, theatres etc.) is covered by legislation pertaining to their particular sector. Conformance with these regulations is required by law.

Whilst at Leather Wise we do not undertake flammability testing ourselves, we are frequently asked by clients for assistance in obtaining the necessary certification to conform to these regulations, for example, BS EN 1021:1990 & BS 5852 pt1:1979 Match and Cigarette tests. Therefore, we are pleased to help you to get your furniture or materials tested at a UKAS* accredited laboratory.

The cost for this service is very competitively priced and depends on which test method the regulations demand. Please contact us for a quotation.

* UKAS – United Kingdom Accreditation Service

Contact Amanda Michel if you need any help, tel: 01933 622386, mobile: 07737 745440, email: amanda@leatherwise.co.uk

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