What is a Surface Mounted

Fire Extinguisher Cabinet?

November 21, 2013
Answer: Surface-mounted fire extinguisher cabinets are mounted
directly on top of the wall surface. They are particularly well adapted to
areas where there are other structures such as workbenches or floor
cabinets that may create a longer reach for users, and also work well in
dead-end areas such as the end of a hallway. They are available in both
metal and high-strength plastic construction, and in different finishes.

Unlike a semi-recessed fire extinguisher cabinet or recessed fire

extinguisher cabinet, surface mount units do not require modification of
the existing wall structure. Where allowed by local fire codes, they are a
good choice for retrofitting an area that requires portable fire protection.

More information about surface mount fire extinguisher cabinets: 

Surface-mounted fire extinguisher cabinets typically require a mounting
bracket and are offered in various sizes that will accommodate 5, 10, and
20-lb. extinguishers. When cost is a factor, models are available in an
injection-molded, high-strength, heat-resistant polystyrene plastic
configuration.