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Fire Rated Slat Wall Panels for Regulated Buildings
Fire rated slat panels give the deep, contemporary slat profile on an FR MDF core, making them suitable for wall linings in buildings where reaction-to-fire performance is part of the specification.
£27.99
- Made in Northampton
- Cut to size on request
- UK-wide pallet delivery
- Free local collection
Delivery and collection
Tracked courier, pallet network and same-day options across England, Scotland and Wales. Collection from our Northampton workshop is free. See full delivery and returns information.
Quality guarantee
CNC-machined and hand-checked before despatch, with batch-matched spares available.
Lead time
Made to order in 5–10 working days, up to three weeks for bespoke sizes in peak season.
What are fire rated slat wall panels?
Fire Rated Slat Wall Panels are MDF sheets machined with tall, widely spaced slats and a deep recessed gap, producing a strong three-dimensional rhythm on feature walls, media units and partitions.
Slat panelling in HMOs and student accommodation
Communal lounges, corridors and lobbies in HMOs and student blocks are prime candidates for slat panelling: it is hard-wearing, easy to repaint between tenancies and visually upgrades a plain space. FR grade makes it viable where a licence or fire risk assessment demands rated linings.
It is also a common specification in offices and gyms, where a fire strategy typically requires Euroclass B linings in circulation routes.
Repairs and repainting over time
Because the panels are paintable, damaged slats can be filled and recoated rather than replaced. Keep two or three spare sheets from the original batch so a full panel swap is possible if a slat is broken.
Fitting slat wall panels
Slat sheets are typically fixed to a batten frame so the deep recess reads properly and cables can be run behind. Screw through the recess between slats and fill the head, or use adhesive plus concealed pins.
Paint the recess a darker tone than the slat faces to exaggerate depth — a common trick in showrooms and media walls. Trim the last slat to suit the wall width rather than leaving a narrow sliver.
- Deep recess for a pronounced three-dimensional effect
- Batten-fixed, so services can run behind the panel
- Suits media walls, partitions, headboards and retail fit-outs
Manufacturing and delivery for fire rated slat wall panels
Every sheet is machined to order at our Northampton workshop on a CNC router, then hand-finished and quality checked before it leaves the bench. Standard lead time is 5–10 working days, rising to around three weeks in peak season or for bespoke sizes.
We deliver nationwide across England, Scotland and Wales. Small orders travel by tracked courier, full sheet orders travel on a pallet with a tail-lift vehicle, and time-critical or oversized orders can go out on our own vehicle or by same-day courier. Collection from Northampton is free and usually available the day your order is finished.
- Made to order in Northampton — no imported flat-pack stock
- Tracked courier, pallet network and same-day options
- Cut-to-size service available on request for awkward walls
- Free local collection from our Northampton workshop
Specification
| Panel Orientation | Portrait (Height x Width), Landscape (Width x Height) |
|---|---|
| Thickness (mm) | 9mm, 12mm |
| Sheet Size (mm) | 2400 x 585, 2400 x 390, 1200 x 585, 800 x 585 |
| Profile | Tall slats with deep recessed gaps |
| Core | MDF, CNC machined |
| Orientation | Vertical or horizontal |
| Material | Fire retardant (FR) medium density fibreboard |
| Made in | Northampton, United Kingdom |
Fire Rated Slat Wall Panels compared with acoustic felt-backed slat panels
| Feature | Fire Rated Slat Wall Panels | Acoustic felt-backed slat panels |
|---|---|---|
| Backing | Solid MDF sheet — decorative | Acoustic felt — absorbs sound |
| Finish | Paint any colour you like | Pre-finished wood veneer |
| Cost | Lower cost per square metre | Higher, with acoustic performance |
Frequently asked questions
Are fire rated slat panels paintable?
Yes. Use a thin-build primer and standard emulsion or eggshell rather than heavy textured coatings, and keep a record of the coatings used for your fire documentation.
Do you supply matching spare sheets?
We can add spares to your order so you have batch-matched material for future repairs. Just ask when placing the order.
Do slat wall panels need battens?
Battens are recommended. They guarantee a flat plane on uneven walls, create a service void for TV cables, and give a solid fixing every 400mm.
What colour should I paint slat panelling?
Deep greens, clays and off-blacks show the shadow gaps best. Painting the recess one or two shades darker than the slat faces adds noticeable depth.
Care and maintenance
- Dust the slat faces and recesses with a long-pile duster or vacuum brush.
- Use a damp cloth on painted slats, drying straight away.
- Touch in knocks on slat edges promptly to keep the MDF sealed.
- Avoid installing in unheated, damp outbuildings.
Product details from our workshop
Slat wall panels made to order in Northampton: Fire Rated Slat Wall Panels are machined on our CNC routers and delivered across England, Scotland and Wales. Wide slats with clean square shadow gaps are routed into each sheet, giving the modern slatted wall look without fixing dozens of individual battens. Manufactured from fire rated (FR / Euroclass B) MDF, available in sheet sizes of 2400 x 585, 2400 x 390, 1200 x 585, 800 x 585 and thicknesses of 9mm, 12mm.
The fire rated core is specified for commercial fit-outs, escape routes, HMOs and any project where a Euroclass B reaction-to-fire rating is required by building control.
Supplied unfinished and ready to prime, so you can paint the panels in any colour to match your scheme. Ideal for offices, restaurants, hotels and showroom interiors. Every sheet is CNC-machined, hand-checked and batch-matched so long wall runs line through correctly.
Specification
- Material: fire rated (FR / Euroclass B) MDF
- Thickness: 9mm / 12mm
- Sheet size: 2400 x 585 / 2400 x 390 / 1200 x 585 / 800 x 585
- Supplied: Unfinished, ready to prime and paint
- Made in: Northampton, UK — made to order in 5–10 working days
Delivered nationwide by tracked courier or pallet network, with same-day courier available on time-critical orders and free collection from our Northampton workshop.
