Last updated on 9 november 2026

A festive atmosphere at work should never compromise safety. While holiday displays bring warmth and team spirit, non-certified items pose a serious fire risk.

By choosing certified fire-retardant decorations, you safeguard your colleagues, protect your premises, and meet the requirements set by building insurers and local fire authorities.

Whether you manage facilities, oversee building operations, or lead a workplace team, you are responsible for maintaining a safe working environment. We make that straightforward. Below, you will find the key international safety standards, how certified materials perform in flame tests, and the exact compliance documentation Ambius provides.

Why fire-safe festive decor is essential for your workplace

Commercial offices, healthcare facilities, and public buildings operate under strict fire regulations. Artificial trees, garlands, wreaths, and festive fabrics all count as decorative items. If these materials are untreated, a minor electrical fault or an open flame can escalate into an uncontrollable fire within seconds.

Certified fire-retardant decor gives your organisation 4 clear safety advantages:

  • Significantly delayed ignition: Built-in flame-retardant compounds or protective coatings mean materials self-extinguish immediately once an ignition source is removed.
  • No flaming droplets: Certified items will not melt into falling, burning drops that could ignite carpets, desks, or soft furnishings below.
  • Minimal smoke and heat build-up: Controlled heat release prevents flashover and keeps emergency escape routes clear for longer.
  • Straightforward proof of compliance: You receive verified test certificates to present directly to fire inspectors or insurance assessors.
     

Our safety certifications: tested and verified standards

A simple "fire-safe" label on the packaging is rarely enough for corporate compliance. Independent, accredited test bodies—including Efectis, SGS, TÜV SÜD, Firelabs, DEKRA, and Intertek—have thoroughly tested our festive collections.

We hold verified certificates across all our core product ranges:

Christmas trees, garlands, and foliage

  • NTA 8007 (class B): Tested by Efectis (report 2018-Efectis-R001306) against BS 5852 ignition source 5. The material self-extinguishes with zero seconds of afterflame and no flame spread.
  • DIN 4102-1 (classes B1 and B2): Our premium artificial trees (including the Triumph Tree collection) are fire-shaft tested by Firelabs (report FLT 3581116) and certified as DIN 4102-1 B1 (flame-retardant) and B2. Additional PVC foliage is certified to DIN 4102-1 B2 by SGS (report SDFS2405003146FF).
  • EN 71-2 flammability: Fully tested for flame resistance and material safety by TÜV SÜD (report 60.431.22.0295.02).
     

Baubles and hanging decorations

  • NTA 8007 (class C): Tested by Efectis to ISO 6941 (report 2018-Efectis-R001307). They show no flame spread, self-extinguish, and produce no flaming droplets.
  • EN 71-2: Certified by SGS under European toy and decorative safety standards. Produced from shatterproof, impact-resistant polymer to prevent injury in busy communal areas.
     

Decorative fabrics and drapes

  • EN 13773 (class 1): Our decorative textiles and satin fabrics meet the highest European standard for flame-retardant drapery (tested to EN 13772, report AJFTS25001014R01_EN by SGS / Ruhe v.o.f.).
     

LED lighting and power supplies

  • KEMA-KEUR and DEKRA GS marks: Our transformers and power supplies carry verified DEKRA certification (certificates 3158841.01 and 4909027.15006). They meet EN 61347-1, EN 61347-2-13, and EN 60598-1 safety standards, featuring built-in short-circuit and overheat protection.
  • Low-voltage safety and CE marking: String lights operate on safe extra-low voltage (SELV), verified by Intertek (report 151200567HZH-V1) to EN 60598-2-20, with appropriate ingress ratings (IP20 for indoors, IP44 for damp zones).
     

Controlled burn test: watch certified materials in action

Test reports provide assurance on paper, but the real difference shows around open flame. In partnership with the Kleefse Waard Fire Training Centre, we conducted a live comparison between an untested, off-the-shelf tree and a certified Ambius display.

Practical advice from our installation specialists

Compliance issues often surface unexpectedly during an unannounced visit from an environmental health officer or insurer.

Many facilities teams source festive items from high-street suppliers, only to discover later that no accredited test certificates exist. When inspectors request proof, the decorations often have to be taken down on the spot.

Working with our design and installation teams avoids that headache entirely. We supply full technical documentation before installation begins, and our teams follow clear safety procedures on site:

  • Clear escape routes: We keep all emergency exits, fire extinguishers, and call points clear of obstruction by at least 2 metres.
  • Tailored workspace styling: Our stylists design displays that complement your reception areas, existing interior planting, and living green walls.

Enjoy a stress-free festive season

A well-styled holiday workspace brings colleagues together and creates a welcoming environment for visitors. Choosing certified materials lets you celebrate without worrying about liability or compliance audits.

Our team manages the entire process for you—from initial concept and delivery to professional installation and prompt takedown in January.

Would you like to explore flame-retardant tree designs or tailored concepts for your office? Contact our team today for practical advice and a bespoke proposal. If you need help reviewing the specific fire requirements for your building, please let us know—we are always happy to help.