Before

After

What is on the other side? Fenton, MO

This is a garage fire in Fenton, MO. The before picture is the interior side of the laundry room door which is adjacent to the garage. This is damage from the concentration of smoke particles as a result of the fire.

Factors to consider in determining the degree of smoke penetration throughout a structure are the air pressure and temperatures generated by the fire. The severity of soot contamination is directly related to combustion time, heat and the presence of oxygen. Smoke residues can contain oils vaporized during the fire. These vaporized oils form an oily film on surfaces, making residues difficult to clean.