Cal Fire assisted Cal Poly Humboldt and the UC Berkeley Disaster Lab in researching the effectiveness of fire-resistant coatings for buildings with a fiery experiment on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024.

An LAist investigation found toxic heavy metals in samples of fire retardant collected from the Palisades, Eaton and Franklin ...

Waterproofing: Nanomaterials can be used to create waterproof coatings for buildings and structures, making them more resistant to water damage and corrosion. Fire resistance: Nanocellulose can be ...

Home hardening means using fire-resistant building materials and landscaping ... Some vents use “intumescent” material or paint that expands when exposed to high heat and seals off the opening.