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Western Red Cedar

  • Appearance: Western Red Cedar ranges from warm reddish-brown to salmon pink, with straight grain and a light, pleasant cedar scent.
  • Workability: Very light and soft (Janka about 350 lbf). It cuts, planes and sands easily with hand or power tools; keep tools sharp so the soft fibres cut cleanly.
  • Use: Saunas, planters, raised garden beds, outdoor furniture, siding, shelving, closet linings and decorative panelling.
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Working with Western Red Cedar

Advantages: Natural oils resist moisture, rot and insects without chemical treatment. Lightweight, stable and easy to finish.

Disadvantages: Soft and dents easily, so it is not suited to tabletops or high-wear surfaces. Knotty boards show natural knots and colour variation.

Available Thickness and Widths of Western Red Cedar Lumber
4/4 (1") boards 4–6" wide in 24" or 48" lengths, sold as single boards or 5-packs, surfaced two sides (S2S) or four sides (S4S), plus a knotty 5-pack.

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Common Questions and Facts on Western Red Cedar

Western Red Cedar Lumber for Indoor and Outdoor Projects

Western Red Cedar is a light, naturally durable softwood. Its oils resist moisture, rot and insects, which is why it is the classic choice for saunas, planters, garden beds and exterior trim. Indoors it brings warm colour and a soft cedar scent to shelving, panelling and storage.

Western Red Cedar vs Aromatic Cedar

Western Red Cedar is the pick for outdoor work: light, stable and weather-resistant. For chests, closet lining and boxes with a strong cedar smell, choose Aromatic Red Cedar, which is denser and more fragrant.

Choosing Your Boards

Pick S2S boards if you plan to joint and rip the edges yourself, or S4S boards to build straight from the pack. Knotty packs suit rustic projects where knots add character. Natural colour varies between boards.

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