Drapes
All Drapes Must Be Flameproof
Some drapes are made flameproof during manufacture, check with your supplier.
Drapes which are made of material which can absorb liquid can be treated with "Protexit", "Flamebar" or "Flamecheck". Apply the treatment according to the instructions.
Drapes made of manmade materials such as nylon, polyester, acrylic etc should be treated with one of the Rosco Flamex range of products.
Check with the Fire Officer before you travel to Edinburgh if you are unsure.
Props
Avoid : Plastic, Polystyrene, Rubber, Paper, Cardboard Boxes, Straw Bales and Gas Cylinders.
Use battery operated candles where possible.
If you are proposing to use any of the above you would be wise to contact us first as you may not be allowed to use them. You can also check with the Fire Officer.
Paper is a common request. The guidelines are simple: If it must be present then only in small amounts and for as little time as possible. Loose paper should be avoided. It is very easy to set light to 1 sheet of paper, but harder to set light to a sheaf of papers bound together. Books are the hardest to set light to.
Sets & Scenery
These follow much the same rules are for other items. Where wood is used it should, where possible, be treated with a suitable paint, such as Vinyl matt. On no account should gloss or other solvent based paints be used. Large structural timber may be acceptable without painting. The canvas used on flats will need to be flameproofed or painted on both sides.
Please remember that storage is very limited and you will need to carry your set in and out of the space for each performance. It should therefore be as small and light as possible. Consider which items can be made collapsible if you are constructing items.
Remember to check for the fire routes as these must be kept clear of hazards. The fire exit signs must also be visible from all seats. In Augustine's Sanctuary in particular this means no tall or highly hung items in the down stage left area.