Is Diy Fireproofing My Place Actually Worth It / Safe?
I’ve gone down a weird rabbit hole lately about fire safety at home and now I can’t unsee how flammable literally everything is – curtains, couch, wood paneling, you name it. I keep seeing these clear “fire retardant” sprays for wood, fabric, etc. that supposedly meet codes like ASTM E84 / NFPA 701 and can be DIY’d with just a garden sprayer.
Has anyone here actually used these kinds of coatings in a real-world situation (home, rental units, small business, Airbnb, whatever)? Did you notice any smell, discoloration, stiffness of fabric, peeling on exterior wood, etc.? And do inspectors / insurance actually care or give any credit to this stuff if it’s not professionally applied?
I’m debating between paying a pro fireproofing contractor vs buying the products myself and doing it over a weekend (unfinished interior wood, exterior deck, and some curtains/sofa). Any specific brands you trust, things to avoid, or “wish I’d known this before spraying everything” tips?
Would really appreciate honest experiences before I throw money and time at this.
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