Quarrix ProTect Furring Strips

ProTect Furring Strips

Premium HDPE plastic furring strips designed to improve air circulation and help prevent moisture damage behind cladding systems.

ProTect Furring Strips by Quarrix are constructed of premium HDPE plastic with built-in air channels and insect barriers. They deliver superior performance over traditional wood furring strips by resisting warping, splitting, rotting, mold, mildew, and pests.

System Highlights

Material

HDPE

Premium plastic construction

Coverage Estimate

1 LF / 1 SF

Approximate wall coverage guide

Installation

Vertical / Horizontal

Versatile cladding applications

Protection

Moisture + Insects

Air channels and insect barrier

Key Features

Premium HDPE plastic

Won't warp, split, or rot like traditional wood furring strips.

Built-in air channels

Allows moisture to escape and air to flow freely behind cladding.

Built-in insect barrier

Helps protect against pests entering the wall cavity.

Mold and mildew resistant

Ideal for high-humidity climates, coastal applications, and moisture-prone wall assemblies.

Vertical and horizontal install

Versatile design works for a wide range of siding and cladding applications.

Starter strip use

Can double as a siding starter strip behind the first course to save time and material cost.

Compatible Siding Materials

Fiber Cement

Compatible with fiber cement siding and rain-screen style cladding assemblies.

Wood Siding

Supports airflow and moisture management behind wood siding systems.

Lap Siding

Works behind lap siding where a drainage and ventilation space is required.

Shakes

Suitable for shake-style siding applications requiring improved airflow.

Board & Batten

Can be used behind board and batten siding systems for improved wall performance.

Open-Joint Cladding

Supports open-joint cladding applications where ventilation and drainage are important.

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)

Coverage estimate: approximately one linear foot of ProTect Furring Strips per one square foot of wall covering. All variants are 8' long and constructed of HDPE plastic.

Downloads

Information Sheet

PDF — product overview and specifications

Installation Instructions — English

PDF — step-by-step installation guide

Instrucciones de instalación — Español

PDF — guía de instalación paso a paso

Installation Video

ProTect Furring Strips help create a drainage and ventilation space behind cladding, supporting better moisture management and improved wall assembly performance.

Always confirm the correct furring strip thickness, fastener type, spacing, and installation method for the specific cladding material and project conditions before installation.