Western Red Cedar
Durability: Durable
Colour: Medium
Sizes available: 25, 40, 50, 65, 75, 100, 150 mm
| Trade Name: | Western Red Cedar |
| Botanical Species: | Thuja plicata |
| Other Names: | Giant Arbor Vitea, Red Cedar |
| Country of Origin: | U.S.A, Canada |
| Air Dry Density: | 390kgs/m³ |
| Durability: | Durable |
| Strength: | 4 (on a scale of 1 – 10) |
| Seasoning: | ||
| • | Smaller sizes dry easily, larger boards need extra care to prevent Internal checking and collapse. | |
| • | Almost no tendencies to warp and check once dry with little swelling or shrinking movement. | |
| Characteristics: | ||
| • | A light timber with a distinctive odour, it is non-resinous and straight grained, with obvious growth rings. | |
| • | Assumes a uniform reddish-brown colour once dried. | |
| • | After long exposure wood becomes silver grey, this weathered look is often sought after. | |
| Working Qualities: | ||
| • | The timber is easily worked, but its brittle nature can cause splintering and its soft character can lead to chip-bruising. | |
| • | Care should be taken when planning and moulding. | |
| • | Sharp cutters will also help create a nice finish. | |
| • | Stains and paints well. | |
| Uses: | ||
| • | Interior panelling, fine furniture, interior and exterior joinery, weatherboards and cladding. | |
| Product Attributes: | ||
| • | Available in fixed widths. | |
| • | Veneers available. | |
| • | Stains and paints well. | |
| • | Long lengths available. | |
