CertainTeed FireLITE® Type X Lightweight Drywall Panel is an interior drywall panel consisting of a non-combustible, fire-resistant Type X gypsum core enclosed in 100% recycled face and back paper. CertainTeed FireLITE® Type X Lightweight Drywall Panel is a lightweight gypsum board and is more than 10% lighter vs. standard 5/8" type X Drywall Panels. CertainTeed FireLITE® Type X Lightweight Drywall Panels feature a specially formulated core providing fire resistance ratings when used in tested assemblies. Long edges are slightly tapered, allowing joints to be reinforced and concealed with joint tape and joint compound. CertainTeed FireLITE® Type X Lightweight Drywall Panels are available in a variety of lengths and widths.

Features

• Supports a variety of UL/cUL fire-rated assemblies, offering reliable fire protection for up to 4 hours.
• Health Product Declarations (HPDs) and GREENGUARD Gold certifications available to provide raw material transparency, support healthier indoor air quality, and environmentally conscious building practices.
• Over 10% lighter than industry-standard 5/8" Type X drywall, reducing fatigue and improving handling during installation.
• Uniformly flat with no wavy edges, warps, or bows, high edge hardness, and consistent, high-strength cores that prevent crumbling or cracking, ensuring a smooth, long-lasting finish and perfect joints.