Protecting your guests, staff, and property is at the heart of every successful hotel or Airbnb.SmartMist delivers tailored water mist fire suppression systems, designed specifically for the hospitality sector. Our innovative technology offers discreet, efficient, and reliable fire protection,minimising damage and ensuring your property remains operational, even in an emergency.
SmartMist’s water mist systems provide a modern alternative to traditional sprinklers, combining cutting-edge technology with seamless integration into your property’s design. With years of experience across the UK, we work with hoteliers and Airbnb hosts, from boutique guesthouses to large luxury resorts, to deliver fire safety solutions that meet stringent UK regulations (BS 8458,BS8489, EN14972) and align with your unique fire strategy.
Customised Solutions:
Tailored to your property’s layout, size, and fire safety requirements.
Minimal Damage:
Uses less water than sprinklers, preserving interiors and reducing downtime.
Discreet Design:
Wide selection of compliant nozzles for the best aesthetic fit, blending seamlessly into your hotel or Airbnb’s décor.
Scalable Systems:
Easily upgradable to accommodate future expansions or renovations.
UK-Wide Expertise
Comprehensive service and maintenance, from design to ongoingsupport, wherever your property is located.
No two hotels or Airbnb properties are the same, and SmartMist offers versatile systems to suit all types and sizes:
Boutique Hotels and Airbnb Properties:
Our low-pressure water mist systems are perfect for smaller properties, such as guesthouses or Airbnb rentals, with limited space or budget.They provide effective fire protection with minimal infrastructure, ensuring guest safety without compromising style or performance.
Large and Luxury Hotels:
For multi-storey or expansive properties, our high-pressure systems, capable of supporting up to 50 litres per minute (LPM), deliver robust, scalable protection. These systems cover large communal areas, multiple floors, and complex layouts with ease.
SmartMist systems are designed to safeguard every part of your hotel or Airbnb:
Guest Rooms:
Targeted mist suppression in individual rooms, using a range of compliant nozzles for optimal aesthetic integration, ensures rapid fire control while protecting furnishings.
Communal Areas:
From lounges and restaurants to conference rooms and hallways in hotels, or shared spaces in larger Airbnb properties, our systems protect areas where fire risks can affect multiple guests.
Escape Routes:
Clear, safe evacuation paths are maintained with dedicated suppression, ensuring compliance with UK fire safety standards.
Full Property Coverage:
Comprehensive systems extend protection to all areas, including back-of-house facilities in hotels or shared amenities in Airbnb properties, for complete peace of mind.
1. Expert Design:
We collaborate with you to create a system that integrates with your hotel or Airbnb’s architecture and fire strategy, selecting from our wide range of compliant nozzles for the best aesthetic fit.
2. Efficient Installation:
Our team installs with minimal disruption to your operations and guest experience, designing systems that can be easily upgraded for future expansions.
3. Thorough Commissioning:
Every system is rigorously tested to ensure optimal performance and compliance.
4. Ongoing Maintenance:
Biannual servicing and full maintenance support keep your system compliant and fully operational, with nationwide coverage.
Unlike traditional sprinklers, SmartMist’s water mist systems offer distinct advantages for hotels and Airbnb properties:
Reduced Water Damage:
Fine mist uses significantly less water, protecting valuable interiors and reducing repair costs.
Faster Fire Control:
Tiny droplets absorb heat and suppress fires quickly, limiting spread and damage.
Eco-Friendly:
Uses only water, avoiding harmful chemicals or gases.
Quick Recovery:
Minimal water usage means faster clean-up, keeping your property operational.
Aesthetic Integration:
Our wide selection of compliant nozzles ensures a discreet, stylish fit for your hotel or Airbnb’s design.
From city-centre hotels to rural Airbnb retreats, SmartMist serves properties across the UK. Our experienced team provides expert advice, rapid response, and high-quality service, ensuring your fire suppression system is reliable, compliant, and tailored to your needs.
Safeguard your guests, staff, and property with SmartMist’s advanced water mist fire suppression systems. Contact us today to discuss your hotel or Airbnb’s fire safety requirements and receive a bespoke solution, with a system designed for easy upgrades and supported by our full-service maintenance. Call now to arrange a consultation.
Client: Main Contractor (Longstanding SmartMist Partner)
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Project Duration: 8 Months On-Site
SmartMist Role: Design and Installation of Water Mist Fire Suppression System
SmartMist was entrusted by a leading main contractor to deliver a state-of-the-art water mist fire suppression system for a high-profile refurbishment project in Edinburgh.
This ambitious transformation converted a former office block into a luxurious 400-room hotel, requiring a fire safety solution that balanced exceptional performance with aesthetic discretion.
Over eight months,SmartMist designed and installed a tailored system, seamlessly coordinating with multiple trades to meet the project’s demanding requirements while adhering to UK fire safety standards.
The refurbishment of a 400-room hotel presented significant logistical and technical challenges:
• Complex Coordination: Integrating a fire suppression system within a large-scale refurbishment required close collaboration with multiple trades, including electricians,plumbers, and interior designers, all working within a tight schedule.
• Aesthetic Sensitivity: The luxury hotel’s sophisticated design demanded a fire suppression solution that was discreet and unobtrusive, preserving the high-end aesthetic of guest rooms and communal areas.
• Scale and Reliability: The system needed to provide robust fire protection across a large, multi-storey property, ensuring safety for all guests and staff without compromising performance.
SmartMist delivered a bespoke low-pressure water mist fire suppression system, designed to meet the project’s unique demands while ensuring compliance and aesthetic harmony. Key features included:
• Discreet Nozzles: A wide selection of compliant nozzles was carefully chosen to blend seamlessly into communal areas and guest rooms, maintaining the hotel’s elegant interior design while delivering effective fire suppression.
• Dedicated Water Supply: A 20,000-litre water tank was installed in the lower basement plant room, providing a reliable and continuous water source to support the system across the entire 400-room property.
• Scalable Design: The press-fit system was engineered for easy upgrades, allowing for future expansions or modifications to accommodate the hotel’s evolving needs.
• Seamless Integration: Our team worked on-site for eight months, coordinating closely with other contractors to ensure smooth installation without disrupting the refurbishment timeline.The compact and efficient design of our low-pressure mist system minimised spatial requirements,making it ideal for a complex refurbishment while delivering rapid fire control with minimal water usage.
The main contractor expressed high satisfaction with SmartMist’s performance, praising our ability to navigate the project’s complexities while delivering a flawless, compliant fire suppression system on time. They particularly valued our proactive communication, which ensured seamless coordination with other trades, and our commitment to quality, which resulted in a system that met both safety and aesthetic goals.
This project strengthened our long-standing partnership, leading to further collaborations on high-profile developments across the UK. SmartMist continues to provide biannual servicing and full maintenance support to ensure the system remains fully operational and compliant.
Conclusion
This luxurious 400-room hotel in Edinburgh now benefits from a cutting-edge SmartMist water mist fire suppression system, safeguarding guests, staff, and the property itself. With discreet nozzles, a robust water supply, and a design that supports future upgrades, the system delivers reliable fire protection while preserving the hotel’s high-end aesthetic.
SmartMist is proud to have contributed to this landmark project and remains committed to supporting its ongoing safety through regular maintenance.Considering a fire suppression solution for your hotel or Airbnb property? Contact SmartMist today to explore how our tailored water mist systems can protect your investment while enhancing safety and style.