Cedar Grades Siding

Cedar siding is actually less maintenance than you think and there s many reasons why you should use cedar for your next siding project.

Cedar grades siding.

Clear siding gives premium quality appearance and is ideal for prestigious upmarket applications. Cedar is also graded based on appearance which is called appearance grade or select lumber. Western red cedar exterior siding or cladding comes in a spectrum of patterns including the one that is just right for your home s style and your budget. Knotty siding has warmth and casual charm and is ideal for homes cottages club houses and applications where a rustic appearance is desired.

For specific western red cedar siding grades please visit the siding grading page. 7 variations available 1 x 6 red cedar tongue groove siding. There are also two other terms under appearance grade cedar. Clear vertical grain this is the highest grade of western red cedar.

Clear western red cedar. Clear siding is graded for smooth face use with the exception of rustic which is graded for saw textured use only. Appearance grades use letters a through d with a being the highest grade. Clear and knotty or stk.

Appearance grade is primarily for non structural lumber under 2 thick. Within each of these varieties the cedar is given a letter grade such as d and better or c and better just like in school the higher the letter the better quality it is with a representing the very finest cedar siding. Western red cedar siding is available in clear and knotty grades. Ft to your list.

Western red cedar siding is available in a range of designs and grades offering the variety and versatility to complement any architectural style it adapts equally well to bold and expressive modernism or the well defined criteria of period styling. If you want an informal natural feel to your home knotty cedar siding could be the best choice for you. Click to add item 1 x 6 red cedar tongue groove siding to the compare list. Vertical grain means that the growth rings are parallel to each other on the face of the board and the wood is sawn specifically to achieve that look.

Ship to store free. Western red cedar siding is a beautiful affordable and environmentally friendly siding choice.