Fiber-reinforced geopolymer materials for intumescent fireproofing plasters

Mustapa, MS, Abdullah, MMAB, Razak, RA, Yahya, Z, Bras, AA, Imjai, T, Vizureanu, P, Rahim, SZA and Mohamed, R (2026) Fiber-reinforced geopolymer materials for intumescent fireproofing plasters. Journal of Materials Science, 61 (22). pp. 15388-15414. ISSN 0022-2461

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Abstract

This review rigorously analyzes the advancement of fiber-reinforced geopolymer plasters for fireproofing purposes in construction. Geopolymers possess superior thermal resistance and reduced environmental impact relative to ordinary Portland cement. The addition of fibers such as steel, glass, basalt, and synthetic materials markedly improves mechanical strength, thermal insulation, and fire resistance. Recent research is comprehensively summarized, focusing on the mechanical behavior, thermal conductivity, microstructural evolution, and degradation mechanisms of fiber-reinforced geopolymers subjected to elevated temperatures and fire exposure. Special emphasis is placed on intumescent properties and fire-protection mechanisms that support the prospective advancement of geopolymer-based surface protection plasters. This review delineates significant research deficiencies, such as long-term durability, fiber–matrix interactions under cyclic thermal loading, and standardized fire-testing protocols, while also addressing burgeoning prospects for artificial intelligence-assisted material design and performance forecasting. Fiber-reinforced geopolymers are identified as a viable low-carbon fireproofing material that meets the sustainability and safety requirements of contemporary construction.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	3403 Macromolecular and Materials Chemistry; 34 Chemical Sciences; 40 Engineering; 4005 Civil Engineering; 4016 Materials Engineering; 03 Chemical Sciences; 09 Engineering; Materials; 34 Chemical sciences; 40 Engineering
Subjects:	T Technology > TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General) T Technology > TH Building construction
Divisions:	Engineering and Built Environment
Publisher:	Springer
Date of acceptance:	7 April 2026
Date of first compliant Open Access:	2 September 2026
Date Deposited:	02 Sep 2026 14:45
Last Modified:	02 Sep 2026 14:45
DOI or ID number:	10.1007/s10853-026-12762-4
URI:	https://researchonline.ljmu.ac.uk/id/eprint/29305

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