Western Red Cedar

and cold all year round

damage make it the ideal choice for a surface that is exposed to sun, rain, heat

in harsh environments. Its natural resistance to moisture, decay and insect

the outdoors. Properly finished, Western Red Cedar will last for decades, even

Western Red Cedar is one of the few wood species that are naturally at home in

All-Weather

the use of cedar heartwood without preservative treatments.

that are superior to the minimums set by most building codes, which permit

Western Red Cedar has flame spread and smoke development classifications

Flame Spread and Smoke Development Ratings

durable.

extractives increases with age, making the outer regions of heartwood the most

Thujaplicans and water-soluble phenolics. The tree's ability to produce these

The two principal extractives that are responsible for the decay resistance are

heartwood contain natural preservatives that are toxic to decay-causing fungi.

premier choice for either interior or exterior home use. Cedar fibers in the

to moisture, decay and insect damage has long made Western Red Cedar the

Western Red Cedar is one of the world's most durable woods. Natural resistance

Natural Preservative

provide a firm base for many types of paints and stains.

Western Red Cedar to hold glue bonds from a wide range of adhesives and

smooth surface or machined to any pattern. The lack of pitch and resin allows

common tools. These features also contribute to its ability to be planed to a

straight grain and uniform texture that make it easy to cut, saw and nail with

Western Red Cedar produces long, lightweight lengths of timber with a fine,

Workability

lies flat, stays straight, and holds fastenings tightly.

softwoods. The stability is a result of its low density and shrinkage factors. It

Western Red Cedar has twice the stability of most commonly available

Dimensional Stability

year round.

All-Weather

classifications and does not require preservative treatments.

Flame Spread and Smoke Development Ratings

moisture, decay and insect damage.

Natural Preservative

Workability

exceptional thermal insulation value.

Dimensional Stability

Natural Characterisitics

Western Red Cedar (Canadian)
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