Case Study

Fire-rated riser doors with 3-way locking in a heritage museum Natural History Museum

Riser doors with advanced 3-way locking systems and Fire Door Keep Lock Shut signage — protecting priceless collections and ensuring visitor safety in one of the world's most iconic cultural institutions.

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The Natural History Museum in London stands as a revered institution, renowned for its priceless collections and historical significance. Ensuring the protection of both its artefacts and the safety of its visitors demanded robust fire safety measures and enhanced security — delivered through specialist riser door solutions with advanced locking and clear fire safety signage.

Project: Natural History Museum · Cromwell Road, London SW7 5BD

Project Challenges

Heritage Fire Safety
& Security

Preserving the museum's invaluable collections and ensuring visitor safety required fire-rated access solutions that respected the architectural and historical significance of the Grade I listed building, with advanced security to prevent unauthorised access.

Our Solution

How We Delivered

Riser Doors

Provided riser doors that integrated seamlessly with the museum's architecture while offering secure, fire-rated access to utility areas and service risers throughout the building.

Fire Door Keep Lock Shut Signs

Prominent signage installed to ensure fire doors remain locked shut when not in use, promoting fire safety awareness among staff and visitors throughout the museum.

3-Way Locking Systems

Advanced three-point locking systems incorporated to provide enhanced security, protecting against unauthorised access to sensitive service areas housing critical building infrastructure.

Architectural Sensitivity

Riser doors were carefully specified and installed to complement the museum's historic interior, minimising visual impact while meeting modern fire safety and security requirements.

Project Results

Outcomes & Impact

Rapid Access delivered specialist fire safety and security solutions tailored to the needs of a world-class heritage institution.

Fire Safety Enhanced

Fire-rated riser doors with clear signage strengthened the museum's fire compartmentation, helping protect priceless collections and ensuring safe evacuation routes for visitors and staff.

Security Strengthened

Advanced 3-way locking systems provided robust protection against unauthorised access to utility areas, meeting the museum's stringent security requirements for a public-facing institution.

Architectural Integrity Preserved

Riser doors were specified and installed with care, complementing the museum's Grade I listed architecture and avoiding disruption to the building's historic character and sightlines.

Compliance Delivered

All riser doors met current fire safety regulations with appropriate certification, providing the museum with documented compliance evidence for their ongoing building safety management.

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Fire-rated riser doors with 3-way locking in a heritage museum Natural History Museum

Heritage Fire Safety
& Security