BSR and Fire-Safe Design: How Balcony Systems Must Evolve

As the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) tightens its requirements ahead of 2025, the spotlight is firmly on fire-safe design for balconies. Developers, architects, and contractors must now reassess the systems they specify to meet stricter compliance standards. Failure to do so risks costly project delays, legal consequences, and most importantly, the safety of residents.

The push for non-combustible materials in external wall and balcony systems has been growing steadily. With tragedies such as Grenfell Tower highlighting the devastating risks, BSR regulations now demand full transparency and proof of fire safety for all materials used. Previously, some projects could rely on assessments or theoretical compliance, but this is no longer acceptable. BSR now requires physical evidence of fire performance through independent testing and certification.

At AliDeck, our aluminium decking, soffit, and balustrade solutions are rigorously tested to ensure the highest levels of fire resistance. Incorporating fire-safe principles at every project stage — from material selection to delivery — is essential to protecting lives and ensuring long-term building safety. To learn more about our testing procedures, visit our Fire Safety Testing page.

The new regulations require documented evidence of fire resistance for each component, the use of non-combustible materials (Euroclass A1 or A2-s1,d0), enhanced traceability, and continuous assessment of construction practices. Fire-safe balcony systems must move beyond basic compliance, embracing integrated designs optimised for fire resistance, drainage solutions to prevent water pooling, and thermal breaks that avoid cold bridging without sacrificing fire performance.

AliDeck supports customers through every compliance step. Our Compliance Support page outlines how we assist at specification, design, and installation stages.

Aluminium is lightweight, durable, corrosion-resistant, and crucially, fire-safe. Unlike traditional timber or composite systems, aluminium offers consistent fire performance without additional treatment, making it the ideal material for modern, compliant designs. It ensures peace of mind for developers and building owners facing the evolving BSR landscape.

Whether you are retrofitting existing buildings or designing new developments, AliDeck offers complete, compliant balcony systems. Our expertise ensures your project stays on track for BSR compliance in 2025 and beyond.

Ready to discuss your project? Contact us today at info@alideck.co.uk or call 01622 534050.