Do conference tables need to meet fire rating or safety material standards?

Most commercial buildings require that all furniture, including conference tables, use materials that meet California Technical Bulletin 133 (TB 133) for fire-retardant upholstery and ANSI/BIFMA X5.5 for surface flammability. Laminate tables generally meet these standards out of the box since HPL is inherently low-flammability. Veneer tops may need additional treatment. If your project requires fire rating documentation, ask your dealer for BIFMA test reports. FindOfficeFurniture.com carries BIFMA-compliant conference tables — call 888-719-4960.