Abstract: A novel and highly useful fire resistant solution for application to the surfaces of cellulosic and building materials is described. This solution is easy to prepare and apply and is made from environmentally safe elements. When applied to the surface of these materials and dried, the surface is highly resistant to fire. Buildings made which incorporate products thus coated will survive a fire much longer giving any occupants time to egress therefrom. Additionally, the surfaces of materials that contain this novel and proprietary coating solution will have excellent white color surfaces that can be washed over and over again without substantial loss in fire resistance.