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Beat barbecue fires NON-toxic, non-hazardous and completely biodegradable, the FlameOut fire suppressant should be part of every home’s fire safety kit, says Naomi Sharpley, product manager at Master Distributors. “It’s great for small fires, like backyard barbecues, grass fires, wood or paper,” she says. The professional fire-fighting foam comes in a domestic-sized
container which clicks on to any garden hose. Once attached, the FlameOut will automatically mix the right quantity of foam to water, producing safe foam that douses flames straight away, Naomi says. “If you use it indoors, it won’t damage your furniture any more than a bucket of water would – there’s no residue to clean up.”
Look for fire-resistant wood NATIVE bushfire-resistant timber can offer extra protection for homes in bushfire-prone areas, says Andrew Dunn, Timber Development Association (TDA). “Australia has a number of native species that are fire-resistant, and we encourage homeowners to consider these when choosing a species for backyard projects,” he says. “When it comes to the outdoors and timber decking, there are a number of bushfire resisting timbers to choose from. “Moisture content, density and grain orientation all determine a timber species’ resistance to ignite should it come into contact with fire.
“Timber products go through rigorous testing to prove their fire resistance,” says Andrew. Australian-grown Blackbutt and Spotted Gum both offer bushfire resisting properties, as do native hardwood timbers – an excellent decking solution thanks to their high density, toughness and durability. Both Blackbutt and Spotted Gum species offer a rich, earthy hue for the outdoor area, and can either be left untreated for a natural, weathered aesthetic or stained to complement a specific colour theme. A versatile product, timber decking can also be used for screens, pool surrounds, seating, gates, fences and decorative structures.
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FlameOut costs $69.95 and is available from Bunnings and other hardware outlets.
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