Premium HDPE plastic furring strips — improve air circulation and prevent moisture damage behind your cladding
Won't warp or split
Mold & mildew resistant
Built-in insect barrier
Installs vertically & horizontally
Superior to wood
ProTect Furring Strips by Quarrix are constructed of premium HDPE plastic with built-in air channels and insect barriers — delivering superior performance over traditional wood furring strips. They won't warp, split, rot, or attract pests. Compatible with a wide range of siding materials and can also be used as a starter strip behind the first course of cladding, saving time and money on installation.
Coverage estimate: Approximately one linear foot of ProTect Furring Strips per one square foot of wall covering.
Key features
Premium HDPE plastic — won't warp, split, or rot like traditional wood furring strips
Built-in air channels allow moisture to escape and air to flow freely behind cladding
Built-in insect barrier protects against pests entering the wall cavity
Mold and mildew resistant — ideal for high-humidity climates and coastal applications
Installs vertically and horizontally — versatile for any cladding application
Can double as a siding starter strip behind the first course — saves time and material cost
Compatible siding materials
Product specifications
| Part # |
Length |
Width |
Thickness |
| #72001 |
8' (2.4 m) |
1½" (38.1 mm) |
5/16" (9 mm) |
| #72101 |
8' (2.4 m) |
1½" (38.1 mm) |
1/2" (14 mm) |
| #72201 |
8' (2.4 m) |
1½" (38.1 mm) |
3/4" (18 mm) |
All variants are 8' (2.4 m) in length and constructed of HDPE plastic.
Downloads
Information sheet
PDF — product overview and specifications
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Installation instructions — English
PDF — step-by-step installation guide
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Instrucciones de instalación — Español
PDF — guía de instalación paso a paso
↓ PDF
Watch: Installation Video
ProTect Furring Strip — Official Quarrix walkthrough on YouTube
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