Any basement storage space is at risk of being exposed to smoke and other byproducts from a basement fire. This makes it necessary for the storage area and all other basement areas to be protected by a fire-rated door. The most important thing is that the doors should completely seal off the opening between your house and any vulnerable spaces to prevent smoke from entering into living space. When you walk through one of these cellar doors, you’ll feel safer knowing that there’s less risk of smoke entering your home.