Non-Combustible
and Fire Resistance

In the United States, a fire occurs in a structure every 64 seconds, and a home fire ignites every 89 seconds. These fires result in more than $20 billion in property damage annually and pose a severe risk to thousands of lives. Due to the nature of materials used in building and furnishing homes, the time to escape a burning home has dropped to less than 3 minutes. Traditional building materials like plywood and gypsum board fail to provide adequate fire protection, leaving structures vulnerable to catastrophic fires and occupants with precious little time to escape. Furthermore, older building codes and materials often fail to meet modern fire safety standards, exacerbating the risk. Insurance premiums for fire-prone areas are skyrocketing, and the costs of rebuilding can be financially devastating for homeowners.