ProTect Siding Starter offers easy-to-install, breathable moisture protection behind the first course of cladding. Crafted from lightweight HDPE plastic, these strips boast easy handling and installation, cutting down on both time and expenses.Their innovative design incorporates small air channels, facilitating optimal airflow to keep your walls dry and safeguard against moisture buildup. Unlike traditional wood or cladding materials, ProTect Siding Starter exhibits exceptional durability, resisting rot, warping, and splitting. Plus, with a built-in insect barrier, they offer added protection against pests.

Here's why ProTect Siding Starters are a must-have for your projects:

• Ideal for Fiber Cement, Engineered Wood, and Composite siding assemblies.
• Eliminates the need for labor-intensive ripping of expensive clapboard strips.
• Quick and easy application straight from the box.
• Bug, animal, and large debris deterrent with openings smaller than 1/8" diameter, exceeding ICC code R806.1 requirements.
• Lightweight and gun-nailable, with effortless cuts using a utility knife and minimal waste.
• Consistently sized for precise installation.
• Each strip measures 5/16" x 1.5" x 8', meeting the highest standards for impact, compression, and heat resistance in the building products industry.
• Perfect for use above window and door openings.  

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