EH Lite2 insulated window and door headers

SIMPLY A BETTER WINDOW & DOOR HEADER…SINCE 2003!

Introducing the EH Lite2 – insulated window and door header

The EH Lite2 offers many of the same benefits of the Express2Header insulated window and door header at a reduced price point. Contractors will appreciate the ease of installation at the job site, and homeowners will enjoy the increased energy efficiency that equals a cost savings in their annual heating and cooling costs.

  • Stocked in both 3-1/2″ and 5-1/2″ widths and depth sizes of 11-1/4″, 9″, 7-1/4″, 5-1/2″.
  • Stocked length is 14′, custom lengths available.
  • Precision End Trimmed (PET) available.
  • Coated with LVL sealer and bonded with exterior structural adhesive.
  • Full Thermal Break (Foam Core Construction)
    • 3-1/2″ EH Lite2 = R8.4
    • 5-1/2″ EH Lite2 = R17.0
  • Value engineered for commercial jobs. Custom depths available (call for details).
  • ICC-ES Evaluation Reports
    • ESR-1962 Foam
    • PR-324 LVL
  • One piece express installation, no assembly needed.
  • Right size every time. Header is always straight, no cupping or twisting. Less call back for drywall problems.
prefabricated insulated window or door header EH Lite2
3-1/2″ EH Lite2 insulated header pictured above.

3-1/2″ Construction Description

1-1/2″ LVL
1-1/2″ Expanded Polystyrene (EPS)
7/16 OSB

5-1/2" prefabricated insulated header EH Lite2
5-1/2″ EH Lite2 insulated header pictured above.

5-1/2″ Construction Description

1-1/2″ LVL
3-1/2″ Expanded Polystyrene (EPS)
7/16 OSB

EH Lite2 insulated headers
Download the EH Lite2 Flyer (PDF) for more detailed information, including Roof & Floor Load Tables, and Installation Details.

Install with Ease

  • One-piece express insulation allows for faster construction.
  • Available in lengths up to 14′, cutting is easy and effortless.
  • Two different nailing patterns makes nailing a breeze.
  • Coated for construction site weather protection.

Panelizers and Production Builders around the United States are realizing the benefits of the EH Lite2. Since it’s a one-piece install, the days of building window and door headers are over!

Selling Points for your Customer

  • Insulate and reduce energy costs for your customer. Insulation value of R8.4 on the 3-1/2″ and R17.0 on the 5-1/2″ helps achieve new energy codes.
  • With no cupping, twisting, or bowing, there are less drywall problems.

 Installation Notes

The EH Lite2 should be installed with the LVL side facing out. A 2-x must be nailed to the top to control rotation and a proper bearing installed at each end. Download the EH Lite2 Flyer for additional installation details.

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***Example of improper installation!*** When dropping header down from top plate a 2-x must be installed on top of header in which to nail studs. Proper bearing must be installed at each end.