Compression-Resistive Furring Strips

Benjamin Obdyke redesigned its Batten UV furring strips with improved compression resistance for use behind open-joint cladding systems. The polypropylene strips help maintain a 3/8-inch space behind the cladding and feature notches meant to provide multidirectional airflow to help keep the wall cavity dry and allow drainage in rainscreen applications. A carton with 400 linear feet of 8-foot-long strips retails for about $450. benjaminobdyke.com