Fire Safety for Furniture

Under S.I. 316 of 1995 the Industrial Research and Standards (Fire Safety) (Domestic Furniture) Order 1995 anyone who makes,  sells or repairs furniture in Ireland must ensure that materials used (including foams, fillings, coverings and frames) comply with safety standards.

Specifically furniture must pass the ‘cigarette test’. The cigarette test proves that covers, foam and lining materials are not likely to set on fire by a lit match or a cigarette.

All furniture passing this test should be clearly labelled to indicate that it complies with Irish fire safety laws.