Red Cedar

Cedar log

Western Red Cedar

Grows mainly in the mature forests of British Columbia and on Vancouver Island some is also grown in UK.

Benefits & Features.

  • Dimensional stability.
  • Light weight.
  • Natural durability.
  • Free of pitch and resin.
  • Straight grain & uniform texture.
  • Acoustical & Insulation properties.
  • Good Fastening.
  • Dries readily with little degrade.
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Logs

Western Red Cedar

  • Western Red Cedar grows to heights of 45 to 60m but more massive individuals are
    also common.
  • Cedar varies widely in colour from dark brown of the heartwood through lighter browns
    and pinks to light straw and almost white outer bands of sapwood.
  • Unusual colour variations called Resin Streak are narrow bands of very dark wood
    caused by injury to the tree.
  • Scientists have related Cedars colour variations to decay resistance.
  • Dark coloured inner heartwood inhabited by fungi.
    Straw coloured outer heartwood virtually sterile.
  • Dark coloured heartwood has lower density, toughness, and compression than light
    coloured heartwood.

What is it used for:

External Claddings, Internal Paneling, Decking, Shutter & Blind Components, Window & Door Joinery, Outdoor Furniture, Saunas & Spa's, Shingles & Shakes etc...

Sustainability:

For more information about sustainability and associated issues, please visit:
www.wrcla.org/whycedar/overview.asp
www.interfor.com/interfor/environment/policy