Its approved for both interior and exterior applications including siding and soffit ceilings or accent walls as well as for use in saunas.
Clear red cedar siding.
This species dimensional stability and natural decay resistance make it the top choice for siding applications.
Although intended primarily for restoring horizontal wood surfaces such as decks these products generally work almost as well on vertical surfaces.
And then there s texture with real cedar you can work with a clear grade for a crisp contemporary look.
Or choose knotty for some added rustic charm trying achieving that look with a synthetic or cement product.
Coulson cedar has developed an engineered siding product that offers the beautiful look of old growth solid vertical grain western red cedar at a lower price point than solid cedar.
The wood species western red cedar.
Western red cedar siding page.
Unlike composite substitutes that attempt to simulate the appearance of cedar siding authentic western red cedar tongue and groove siding has the natural depth and character desired for the finest appearance.
In addition composite siding is susceptible to fading due to sun exposure and can t be restored or refinished like cedar once their color has faded.
Dennis had us mill it smooth on both sides to increase his opportunities to get the best of the boards.
The siding pattern 1x8 t g v4e pattern reversible with beveled v edge on both sides 6 3 4 exposure.
Its natural oils make it resistant to decay and insects and it is pitch and resin free.
Milled for smooth side use.
Western red cedar is also naturally resistant to rot decay and insect attacks.
Unlike cedar plastic house siding doesn t have any natural defenses against things like mildew.
Western red cedar is nature s perfect siding material.
Nothing else comes close to cedar s ideal.
Western red cedar s freedom from pitch and resin provide a good base for a range of finishes from paints solid color stains to water repellent preservatives and semi transparent stains.