FRP stands for Fiber Reinforced Polymer, a composite material made from a combination of fiberglass and polymer resin.
An FRP door is made from this material, offerings several advantages over traditional doors made from wood, steel, or other materials.
Uses of FRP doors
- Industrial buildings
- Commercial building
- Swimming pool areas
- Bathrooms and washrooms
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities
- Laboratories and research facilities
- Fire-rated applications
- Food processing and manufacturing facilities
- Schools and educational institutions
- Government buildings and facilities
Advantages of FRP doors
1. Industrial buildings
These doors are commonly used in industrial buildings because of their strength and resistance to wear and tear.
2. Commercial buildings
These are often used in commercial buildings such as offices, hotels, and restaurants because of their durability and low maintenance requirements.
3. Swimming pool areas
These are resistant to moisture, which makes them ideal for use in swimming pool areas and other areas that are prone to humidity or exposure to water.
4. Bathrooms and washrooms
These are resistant to moisture and easy to clean, which makes them a popular choice for use in bathrooms and washrooms.
5. Hospitals and healthcare facilities
These are easy to sanitize and resistant to bacterial growth, making them a good choice for use in hospitals and healthcare facilities.
6. Laboratories and research facilities
These doors are resistant to chemicals and easy to clean, which makes them ideal for use in laboratories and research facilities.
7. Fire-rated applications
These doors are fire-resistant and can withstand extreme temperatures, making them a popular choice for use in fire-rated applications.
8. Food processing and manufacturing facilities
These are easy to clean and resistant to bacterial growth, making them a good choice for use in food processing and manufacturing facilities.
9. Schools and educational institutions
These are durable and require little maintenance, making them a cost-effective option for use in schools and educational institutions.
10. Government buildings and facilities
These are resistant to wear and tear and require little maintenance, making them a good choice for use in government buildings and facilities.
Disadvantages of FRP doors
1. Cost
These doors are more expensive than some other types of doors, particularly those made from wood or hollow metal.
2. Installation
These require specialized tools or expertise for proper installation.
3. Limited design options
While FRP doors can be customized to fit various aesthetics, they may not offer the same range of design options as some other materials such as wood.
4. Not as soundproof
These do not provide the same level of sound insulation as some other materials, such as solid wood doors.
5. Limited availability
These are not as widely available as some other types of doors, particularly in certain regions or markets.
6. Potential for warping
These are susceptible to warping over time, particularly if they are exposed to extreme heat or moisture.
7. It requires more maintenance for painted finishes
These doors with painted finishes may require more maintenance than other door materials, such as wood or metal, to maintain their appearance over time.
Life span of FRP doors
On average, well-maintained FRP doors can last for 20 to 25 years or more. However, if the doors are exposed to harsh conditions such as extreme temperatures, high humidity, or chemical exposure, their lifespan may be shorter.
