The issue of calculating the fire resistance of timber structures is discussed in detail in European Standard EN 1995-1-2. In the calculation it is possible to combine different materials, joints and effect of cavities on the spread of fire. The problem occurs if the design is underestimated, the realization of construction or choice of materials. Improperly designed geometry, poorly chosen materials, products or systems contribute to the intensity of the fire. It is important to remember properties of the individual components of a structural element and subsequent interaction during a fire. Article simply analyses the impacts of possible choices of different products and their behavior in fire. The article is based on EN 1995-1-2:2004 [.

External thermal insulation composite systems (further only “ETICS”) was discovered in Slovak republic about eighteen years of foreign century. The first regulation that adjusted fire proposition was Change No 6 of STN 73 0802 from 1.7.1992, according to national requirement. The first ETAG 004 was valid in Slovak republic since 1.5.2004. This article analyzes fires in period from the years of 01/2010 to 06/2014, as they are written in fire statistics of Firemen Bratislava.

Timber buildings in Slovakia have a long history but also interesting future. One of the limitations that inhibit wide usage in Slovakia is the control of the height. This paper analyzes building height according to valid codes and enactments.