Parex
Parex is a US supplier of EIFS, stucco, masonry veneer, panelization, restoration, and architectural finish systems for commercial and residential construction, operating as a product brand of Sika Corporation and selling exclusively through authorized US distributors.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1986
- HeadquartersBallwin, United States
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Parex does
Parex is a US-based manufacturer and supplier of exterior building envelope systems, operating as a product brand of Sika Corporation. The portfolio centers on seven system categories: EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems) in drainage and non-drainage variants, Cement Board Stucco (Parex NuTech), Masonry Veneer, traditional Stucco, Panelization, Restoration, and Architectural Coatings & Finish Assemblies (ACF). Most categories are offered in both insulated (Continuous Insulation / CI) and non-insulated configurations to meet project-specific thermal performance requirements. Component products span basecoats and adhesives (Parex 121 series, WeatherDry Basecoat, Parex Armourwall stucco bases), weather-resistant barriers (Parex WeatherSeal, WeatherBlock, SikaWall flashing and drainage products), reinforcing mesh, finishes and coatings, primers, and sealers, distributed as integrated systems rather than standalone SKUs.
Parex reaches applicators, contractors, architects, and builders exclusively through an authorized US distributor network, supported by an interactive distributor locator map on the company website and AIA-approved continuing education courses targeting architectural specifiers. Monetization is through hardware sales of system components with quote-based, non-public pricing. Customer references span hospitality (BLVD Las Vegas, Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU, PGA Omni Resort), education (315 College Main), and senior living (Garden Brook Senior Living), indicating reliance on commercial and institutional construction cycles.
The company was founded in 1986 and maintains a listed office in Ballwin alongside operations integrated with parent Sika Corporation at 201 Polito Avenue, Lyndhurst, New Jersey. Parex does not disclose standalone revenue; the brand operates within Sika Corporation, a Swiss specialty chemicals parent, and draws on its global technical, R&D, and distribution infrastructure. No investment, funding, or acquisition activity is disclosed at the Parex brand level.
Parex firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Parex
- Legal name
- Parex (brand of Sika Corporation)
- Website
- https://parex.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1986
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Short description
- Parex is a US supplier of EIFS, stucco, masonry veneer, panelization, restoration, and architectural finish systems for commercial and residential construction, operating as a product brand of Sika Corporation and selling exclusively through authorized US distributors.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Parex industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Exterior Cladding Systems
- NAICS
- Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing (3255), Roofing, Siding, and Insulation Material Merchant Wholesalers (42333)
- SIC
- Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods (2851), Concrete, Gypsum & Plaster Products (3270)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Facade & Cladding Systems (Rainscreens, Panels, EIFS, Siding) (IMAFAMAB)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Insulation & Air/Vapor Barrier Systems (Thermal, Acoustic, WRB/AVB) (IMAFAMAD)
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Where Parex is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Ballwin
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Parex business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Building Materials Sales: Parex generates revenue through the sale of EIFS, Stucco, and Architectural Finish Systems products including base coats, adhesives, weather barriers, finishes, coatings, reinforcing mesh, primers, and sealers to construction professionals through distribution channels.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels6 records
Parex product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Parex manufactures and supplies Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS), Stucco Systems, Masonry Veneer Systems, Panelization Systems, Restoration Systems, and Architectural Coatings & Finish Assemblies for commercial and residential building exteriors. The product portfolio spans base coats, adhesives, weather-resistant barriers, reinforcing mesh, finishes, primers, and sealers, organized into integrated systems with optional Continuous Insulation (CI) for thermal performance. Products are sold through an authorized U.S. distributor network to construction professionals, contractors, architects, and builders.
Product overview
Parex, a brand of Sika, is a manufacturer of EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems) and stucco systems offering a comprehensive portfolio of integrated products organized into three main product lines: Continuous Insulation (CI) Systems, Stucco Solutions, and Architectural Finish Systems. The product portfolio encompasses seven major system categories including EIFS (CI), Cement Board Stucco, Masonry Veneer, Stucco, Panelization, Restoration, and Architectural Coatings & Finish Assemblies (ACF). Core products include basecoats and adhesives (Parex 121 series, WeatherDry Basecoat, Masonry Veneer Adhesive), weather-resistant barriers (WeatherSeal Spray & Roll-On, WeatherSeal Trowel-On WG, WeatherBlock VB AB), finishes and coatings (standard, elastomeric, hydrophobic, specialty), reinforcing mesh (EIFS Reinforcing Mesh, SikaWall 9000 SRT Mesh), stucco products (Armourwall series), primers, and sealers. The products work as an integrated system where weather-resistant barriers and basecoats form the foundation, reinforcing mesh provides structural support, and finishes deliver the aesthetic exterior. Parex also offers complementary SikaWall branded products for specific applications including flashing, drainage mats, surface levelers, and lath systems.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- EIFS (CI): EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems) including Drainage EIFS and Non-Drainage EIFS
- Cement Board Stucco
- Masonry Veneer
- Stucco
- Panelization
- Restoration
- Architectural Coatings & Finish Assemblies
Products and services
- EIFS (CI) Systems
- Cement Board Stucco Systems
- Masonry Veneer Systems
- Stucco Systems
- Panelization Systems
- Restoration Systems
- Architectural Coatings & Finish Assemblies (ACF)
- Base Coats & Adhesives
- Weather-Resistant Barriers
- Finishes & Coatings
- Reinforcing Mesh
- Stucco Products
- Primers
- Sealers
Companies that use Parex
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Parex technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature7 records
Parex partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- SikaflagshipParex is a brand of Sika Corporation. Sika is a global specialty chemicals company and leader in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the building sector. The parent company provides the infrastructure, distribution, and technical resources for the Parex brand.
Scale indicators1 record
Recent moves4 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Parex competitors and assessment
Company assessmentPeers
Direct peers
- Sto Corp. Major U.S. manufacturer of EIFS, stucco, and continuous insulation systems with comparable system breadth (drainage EIFS, CI, finishes) and an overlapping distributor and architect specification channel.
- Omega Products International: Manufacturer of EIFS, stucco base coats, finishes, and color coats; competes head-to-head with Parex in the same application and distribution channels across U.S. commercial and residential projects.
- Master Wall Inc. Independent U.S. EIFS, stucco, and coatings manufacturer selling through distributor networks to commercial and residential projects, directly competing in the same specification-driven segment as Parex.
- Dryvit Systems: One of the original U.S. EIFS pioneers and most direct head-to-head competitor to Parex, offering drainage and non-drainage EIFS, stucco, and architectural finishes through a similar distributor- and specification-driven channel model.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Parex social profiles
Digital presenceParex financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Parex leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Parex funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Parex M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Parex
What does Parex do?
Parex manufactures and supplies Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS), Stucco Systems, Masonry Veneer Systems, Panelization Systems, Restoration Systems, and Architectural Coatings & Finish Assemblies for commercial and residential building exteriors. The product portfolio spans base coats, adhesives, weather-resistant barriers, reinforcing mesh, finishes, primers, and sealers, organized into integrated systems with optional Continuous Insulation (CI) for thermal performance. Products are sold through an authorized U.S. distributor network to construction professionals, contractors, architects, and builders.
Is Parex a public or private company?
Parex is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Parex founded?
Parex was founded in 1986. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is Parex based?
Parex is headquartered in Ballwin, United States, in the North America region.
How does Parex make money?
One revenue line is on record: building Materials Sales.
Who are Parex's main competitors?
LaHabra (by Sika) is listed as a peer. Direct peers are Sto Corp., Omega Products International, Master Wall Inc. and Dryvit Systems.
Does Parex have an API?
No public API is recorded for Parex.
What industry is Parex in?
Parex's product category is Exterior Cladding Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAFAMAB, Facade & Cladding Systems (Rainscreens, Panels, EIFS, Siding), with a secondary code of IMAFAMAD, Insulation & Air/Vapor Barrier Systems (Thermal, Acoustic, WRB/AVB). Its NAICS code is 3255 and its SIC code is 2851.