can I drill an hole for my ipdoorbell to get ethernet/power if I cover the hole in some paint?

[Guest neill]

Hi yep can I drill a hole in a flat front door thats a fire door self closing, so I can hardwire my ipdoorbell as I'm disabled? The housing say the hole makes it a fire risk what can I do to prevent losing my ipdoorbell in it's present state? I would very much appreciate some feedback, thanks

[Tom Sutton]

I would say it depends on how the doorbell is fitted to the door, if it is a permanent fixture then careful use of Intumescent Sealant could solve the problem.

[Neil Ashdown MAFDI]

Might be worth a look at products such as High Expansion Intumescent Sealant for use around cable penetrations through the wall adjacent to the door frame. Maybe Safelincs can supply something suitable?