The LiteHouse…Think Pink and Save Some Green Why consider the LiteHouse? The LiteHouse is designed to maintain a 1-hour fire rating in ceilings where recessed light fixtures are installed. It protects against the spread of heat and flames into the ceiling cavity and provides additional time for occupants to evacuate the building in the event of a fire. The LiteHouse is classified by the nationally recognized leader in consumer safety: Underwriters Laboratories (UL File No. R25083). This classification provides a 1-hour fire rating for any L500 series wood joist or wood parallel cord truss with gypsum wallboard membrane floor/ceiling assemblies when used in conjunction with any UL Listed incandescent or compact fluorescent light fixture with a maximum opening diameter of 6-13/16”. The LiteHouse is a unique fire rated enclosure system constructed using fire-resistant gypsum wallboard which forms a five sided air tight enclosure. The LiteHouse also meets the fire protection codes of the 2000, 2003 and 2006 International Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code (IRC) and the energy efficiency mandates of the 2003 and 2006 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), governing the installation of recessed lighting fixture in ceilings adjacent to unconditioned space. By protecting the thermal envelope, the LiteHouse closed the gap created by the light fixture by reducing air flow and energy loss. Where is the LiteHouse Used? The LiteHouse can be used in any non fire-rated construction type and fire-rated construction types that meets the UL Classification for L500 floor / ceiling assemblies where a 1-hour fire rating is required. Essentially, any floor / ceiling assembly made of wood joists or wood trusses with a gypsum wallboard ceiling membrane qualifies. Construction types include: Single and Multi-Family Dwellings: Apartments, Condominiums, Duplex Residences, Fraternities, Dormitories, Assisted Living Facilities, Institutional Facilities, Multi-Level homes, Garages with living spaces above, residences with light fixtures placed in ceilings adjacent to unconditioned attic spaces. Hospitality and Commercial: Hotels, Motels, Restaurants, Night Clubs, Retail Stores, etc. LiteHouse Features Designed specifically to fit in most standard types of construction, the LiteHouse provides more flexibility than other air-tight products by offering multiple options for 16” on-center, wood and wood truss construction solutions. The standard UL Classified size is I.D. 12 1/2"W x 15"L x 7 3/4" H. Restricted or obstructed ceiling space is not an issue. The LiteHouse is designed to fit in 2” x 10” joists and can be placed anywhere within the joist cavity. In non fire-rated applications, custom sizes are available for installation in ceilings where the ceiling cavity is as shallow as 2” x 6” construction or where other obstructions may cause height or width restrictions. Easy to Install Comparable in weight to other fire rated or air-tight recessed light fixture enclosures, the LiteHouse is simple and easy to install: Construction Installation Method: Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Mechanically fasten the support flange directly to the bottom of the joist (See Fig. 1). Install the recessed fixture to the interior flange tab (See Fig. 2). Create a maximum 5/8” diameter opening in the side wall of the enclosure and pass electrical conduit and wiring through (See Fig. 2). Install Drywall Ceiling and cut opening for light fixture trim kit (See Fig. 3). LiteHouse Savings Traditionally, gypsum wallboard enclosures are built on-site around recessed fixtures. There is no standard for the construction of field fabricated enclosures and the requirements of the local code official vary widely. Installing the LiteHouse not only reduces costly construction delays due to callbacks, but can save up to 50% over field fabricated enclosures. The LiteHouse is the only off-site-produced alternative to the field fabricated gypsum wallboard enclosure. The LiteHouse provides peace of mind to the Code Official and a quick completion of the job by the contractor. Any tradesman can install this pre-assembled enclosure thereby eliminating additional manpower, additional expense and scheduling nightmares with one convenient solution. LiteHouse Classification With its distinctive pink color, the LiteHouse serves as an easily recognizable indicator for code officials and building inspectors that a UL Classified 1-hour fire rated product is installed and the knowledge that it is a quality product developed by Innovative Drywall Solutions. Additional information can be obtained from the UL label placed on the enclosure or by visiting the UL website www.ul.com on the UL Certification Directory page under the UL Category Code CDHW. LiteHouse Flexibility The LiteHouse is compatible with any UL listed incandescent or compact fluorescent light fixture providing you and your customers with literally hundreds of lighting solution options. The LiteHouse-AT offers non-fire rated air-tight fixture enclosures meeting IECC energy code requirements. The QuietLite and SoundHouse systems offer non-fire rated acoustical recessed light fixture and recessed audio speaker enclosures designed to dramatically reduce sound transmission through the ceiling to the floor above. Safe and quiet …a nice combination. Innovative Drywall Solutions, LLC utilizes a state of the art manufacturing process designed to save time and money without sacrificing quality or flexibility. Recognized across the country for its quality and innovation, the LiteHouse provides you the peace of mind you desire in your fire rated or energy efficient ceiling application. Contact Us Innovative Drywall Solutions, LLC 1120 Mid Rivers Industrial Drive St. Peters, Missouri 63376 636-936-2288 Or visit us online: www.drywallsolutions.com