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USG Libretto™ Gridless Metal Ceiling System
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Gridless Metal Ceiling System

Offices Lobbies Conference Rooms Retail Hospitality Entertainment Health Care Transportation Hubs LIBRETTO™ gridless metal ceiling system creates islands, canopies, radial ceilings and other dynamic shapes that define space and architectural features - all based on your own design concept! You determine the shape and style of your ceiling, and USG brings it to reality with custom-manufactured components that fit together with precision. Each assembly is designed for turnkey installation and delivered complete, assuring that the installation looks just as you envisioned.

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View from Below USG decorative hanger solution or 12-ga. hanger wire perimeter profile metal panel View from Above profile splice factory pre-mitered corner channel splice panel hanger clip carrier channel profile attachment clip See page 21 for more information about system components. channel extension Libretto Gridless Metal Ceiling System

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System Overview Application Concepts Individual Islands LIBRETTO ceilings provide an excellent solution for creating visual interest in conference rooms, retail spaces and reception areas. The shape and perforation pattern is fully customizable, allowing you to highlight functional zones, echo the shape of workstations or open floor area, and draw attention to architectural details. Crescents, serpentines, toruses, and even simple squares and rectangles provide the basis for unlimited creativity. 4 LIBRETTO Gridless Metal Ceiling System

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System Overview Application Concepts Multiple Islands LIBRETTO ceilings provide an easy, cost-effective solution for creating visual energy by repeating and nesting shapes. Align multiple islands to accentuate linear space and provide wayfinding. Or, group islands in tandem to break up bland expanses with geometric interest. Islands may also be positioned at varying heights to reflect the scale of high spaces. 6 LIBRETTO Gridless Metal Ceiling System

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System Overview Application Concepts Radial Applications Made with the latest computer-controlled manufacturing technology, LIBRETTO ceilings offer unprecedented accuracy, ensuring that even the largest assemblies provide a seamless fit. Design expansive concentric and multi-level radial designs with confidence, bringing intimacy and visual interest to large spaces such as amphitheaters, showrooms and auditoriums. 8 LIBRETTO Gridless Metal Ceiling System

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Crescent, Serpentine, and Polygon Design Guide LIBRETTO ceilings can be configured to create a wide range of shapes, with multiple perforation options to enhance the visual interest of the ceiling itself, integrate custom patterns or icons, and create unique lighting effects. Following are the steps and guidelines for creating a LIBRETTo ceiling that will provide a crowning touch to your project. LiBRETTo ceilings may be shaped as crescents, serpentines, four-sided polygons, and toruses. The illustrations in this section show basic design concepts and guidelines. Criteria - Must have two...

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torus is a crescent, serpentine, or polygon with ends that meet, so the preceding guidelines also apply to A torus shapes. Additional standards apply to the shape of the opening relative to the Libretto ceiling island: − The inside perimeter must be at least 1/3 the outside perimeter. − Both the outside perimeter and the opening may include curved and straight sections. − All curves must have a minimum 18 radius; all straight sections must be at least 8" long. 11 Libretto Gridless Metal Ceiling S

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Design Guide Step 2 Select Perforation L ibretto panels are available in solid metal or a choice of perforation options: – ontoured perforation flows with the shape of your ceiling without interruption across panel joints. You specify C perforation shape, size and orientation, and we customize the pattern to fit your Libretto ceiling. – ustom graphic lets you make your own statement! Design a pattern or provide an image to appear on C individual panels or radiate over the entire ceiling. – tandard perforations are available in a selection of 14 patterns and are recommended for rectangular...

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Round or square perforations Custom Graphic rovide your own illustration or use up to five standard hole sizes to design a custom pattern. An electronic P Perforation drawing (.dwg or .dxf) will be required at time of manufacture. Note: Custom graphic perforation patterns require a minimum 3/4 break across panel joints. 1 3 Libretto Gridless Metal Ceiling System

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Standard Recommended for rectangular panels only. Each panel will have a minimum 3/8" unperforated border. Standard Perforations (shown at 50% size) Six of the most popular perforation patterns shown here. The following patterns also available: A062, A188, A250, A500, C116, C188, C250A and D375. See USG perforation selector IC425 for full-size illustrations of all patterns. Round—15/128" perforations .25" o.c., 17% open area Round—1/16" perforations .351" o.c., 2% open area Pattern No. D250□ □□ □Pattern No. D500 Round—1/2" perforations 14 Libretto Gridless Metal Ceiling System

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Step 3 Select Perimeter Profile Step 4 Finish and Specify Your Design – Complete the Selector Worksheet on pages 16 and 17. – Prepare an electronic drawing (.dwg or .dxf file) of your overall ceiling layout and Libretto shape(s). – Contactyour local USG representative to discuss any questions about your design or call 800 USG.4YOU to locate a representative near you. 15 Libretto Gridless Metal Ceili

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Shape and Size □ Crescent □ Serpentine □ Polygon □ Torus □ Other Total sq. ft. area Perforation □ Contoured Contoured perforation patterns conform to the shape of the ceiling. Perforation patterns flow smoothly across panel joints withoug interruption. Using our proprietary perforation technology, our experienced staff can provide an aesthetically pleasing pattern with minimal specifications. Select the following: A. Punch shape and size: Shape □ Round □ Square B. Minimum distance between holes (minimum 1/16" between hole edges). C. Minimum distance between rows (if different...

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