What is an ASTM fire rating?

When it comes to protecting your home or commercial property, fire safety matters. But how do you know if a fence can actually hold up against fire? That is where ASTM fire ratings come in. They serve as the benchmark for proving that a fence can withstand extreme heat, giving you assurance of its fire resistance.

At SLEEKFENCE, we do not just meet fire safety standards. We exceed them. We are proud to be the only commercial fence to earn both the ASTM E136 and ASTM E84 Class A fire ratings. Here is what those ratings mean and why they matter for your safety.

What does an ASTM fire rating measure?

The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) sets strict standards to test how materials behave in fire. These are not simple tests. They simulate intense fire scenarios to see how products perform when it matters most.

Two of the most important ASTM fire ratings for building materials are:

• ASTM E84 (Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials): This test measures how fast flame spreads across a material and how much smoke it produces. Class A is the highest rating, meaning minimal flame spread and smoke.
• ASTM E136 (Non-combustibility Test): This is the ultimate test of fire resistance. It determines if a material will ignite, burn, or even produce flaming particles when exposed to fire. If a product earns this rating, it is officially non-combustible.

Why ASTM fire ratings matter for fencing.

Most people do not think of their fence as part of their home’s fire safety system, but it plays a crucial role. A fence is what connects your home to the outside environment. A flammable fence made of wood, vinyl, or composite can actually help a fire spread. During a wildfire, flying embers can ignite these materials, turning your fence into a wick that carries fire straight to your home.

That is why choosing a fire-rated fence is so important, especially if you live in a fire-prone area. And this is where SLEEKFENCE makes all the difference.

SLEEKFENCE leads in fire safety.

SLEEKFENCE is crafted from architectural-grade aluminum, a naturally non-combustible material. But we did not stop there. We pushed our product through the most rigorous testing available to earn both the ASTM E136 and ASTM E84 Class A fire ratings.

Here is what that means for you:

• Peace of mind in wildfire zones: Our fences will not ignite or melt in high heat. That is critical in areas like California, Arizona, and Colorado, where wildfires are becoming more frequent and intense.
• Safer exits and better firefighter access: Because SLEEKFENCE does not burn, it will not become an obstacle during an emergency.
• Potential insurance benefits: Some insurers reward homeowners for using non-combustible building materials with lower premiums.

In short, our ASTM fire ratings are not just technical specs. They are proof that SLEEKFENCE is built to protect.

Want the highest level of fire protection for your property? Choose SLEEKFENCE, the only commercial fencing system with ASTM E136 and E84 Class A ratings. Contact us today to get a quick, free quote.