The end product of millions of years of evolution, Western Red Cedar is the natural choice when it comes to the building of structures that will have to face the brunt of Nature's fury.
Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata) is found throughout the Pacific Northwest of North America.
A tree species that has evolved to deal with a damp climate, a climate prone to microorganisms, fungus and insect predation, Cedar is long wearing, fragrant and particularly resistant to insects, rot and weather-related stresses.
Cedar by its natural evolution is the ideal building material for projects that need to last a long time without the need for ongoing maintenance.
A porous wood, Cedar has the ability to absorb noise, making it the right choice for use in fences or home siding.
One of the most stable and long wearing softwoods known, Cedar's millions of air cells (porous nature) allows it to absorb heat and not expand, the perfect building material for use in heated saunas.
When used in a sauna Cedar will not become overly hot to the touch, will be resistant to mold or decay and will bless the fortunate user with a lush and pleasant fragrance which only enhances the overall sauna experience.
Cedar is known for its dimensional stability, which means it does not significantly change its size or shape regardless of any alteration in humidity, temperature or other atmospheric conditions.
While other woods might warp or swell depending on the climate, Cedar's talent to remain unchanging regardless of the season make it perfect for house siding or in such exterior structures as gazebos or garden sheds.
The porous nature of Cedar makes it a natural insulating material.
Coupled with its built in nose absorption properties Western Red Cedar is a great choice as a house finishing material as it helps to keep the home warm and sound proof.
Cedar's uses include everything from siding to post and beam timber frame home construction, interior paneling, shakes and shingles, decking and interior ceiling slats.
Cedar wood can be left unfinished, stained or painted depending on the application or tastes of the builder.
Cedar wood is an evolutionary marvel that has as many long wearing applications as the minds of its users can create.
It is a product that is a joy to work with, blessed with a rich and elegant texture, resistant to insects, mold and fungus, dimensionally-stable and noted for its fragrant aroma, Western Red Cedar is the perfect choice for an ever-increasing number of building projects.