How to Buy a Fire Extinguisher

Fire extinguishers are marked A B C or D. A is for ordinary fuels such as wood or cloth, and most plastics. B is for flammable liquids and C is for electrical fires. Purchase a multi-purpose extinguisher marked “ABC” for…

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Buying a fire extinguisher for your home is a good idea, but you’ve got to know what type to buy.

Fire extinguishers are marked A B C or D based on the type of fire they can put out. “A” – is ordinary fuels like wood, plastics, or cloth. “B” is for flammable liquids and “C” is electrical fires. For the best protection, purchase a multi-purpose extinguisher with a “BC” or “ABC” rating for typical home use, and check its pressure regularly.