Fire compliance is not interchangeable across markets. Specify the destination authority in your FF&E RFQ, not just "fire rated furniture."
| Market | Common upholstery standard | Notes for owners |
|---|---|---|
| UAE / Gulf | BS 5852 or equivalent per UAE Fire & Life Safety Code | Traceable lab reports per fabric batch |
| UK / EU | BS 5852 cigarette + match | CMHR foam, FR fabrics, drapery rules |
| US | CAL TB 117-2013, NFPA 260; drapery NFPA 701 | Brand conversions often trigger re-testing |
Documentation checklist
Accredited lab report (Intertek, SGS, UL) tied to batch/lot
Material submittal log in shop drawings
Mock-up room uses production-intent fabrics, not showroom-only samples
Related: /uae · /middle-east · /blog/fire-rated-hotel-furniture-standards
FAQ
Q: Can one test report cover all three regions? A: Rarely — plan market-specific submittals early.
Q: What if we retrofit fire specs late? A: Budget +15–30% vs specifying at design phase.
