Western Red Cedar (Thuja Plicata)
Over the past few decades Western Red Cedar has been on of the most popular external/internal claddings due to its rich and variable colours, high resistance to decay, durability and natural preservatives. Left unstained or unvarnished cedar will turn silvery grey. Alternatively Cedar can be stained with Sikkens or other products to maintain the rich colours.
Western Red Cedar can be machined to any of our profiles (see profile page) or even sawn to a featheredge board to give the rustic look.
Data Sheet
Wood Type
Softwood
Origin
Canada, North America
Sustainability
All from well managed forests (Bennetts Stock all PEFC)
Moisture Content
Imported not K.D so holds a higher Moisture than KD softwoods, Cedar maintains moisture content of around 20% during life span hence its stability.
Strength
Lightweight, soft, easy for working.
Finish
Sawn or planed cedar takes a variety of coatings. Easy to work due to its straight grain & uniform texture.
Durability
Moderate, High resistance to decay, splitting & movement.
Colour
Pink through to dark Red/Brown many varying colours.
Applications
Internal & External uses Ideal for claddings.
Sizes Available Ex stock: 25 × 100, 25 × 150, 50 × 50, 50 × 100, 50 × 150
