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Western Red Cedar

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Naturally beautiful and exceptionally durable, Western Red Cedar cladding is a premium and elegant choice.

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Western Red Cedar
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Overview

Sourced sustainably, this lightweight softwood offers rich, warm tones that vary widely from light amber to deep honey brownand a fine, straight grain that weathers gracefully over time. Naturally resistant to decay, it provides long-lasting performance with minimal maintenance.

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Natural Timber, kiljn dried to a moisture content of 16-18%.
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Timber Details
Relatively free of knots and unparalleled workability. A contemporary, low maintenance façade.
Appearance
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Virtually clear of knots and varied tones from light amber to deep honey brown. A straight, fine grain.
Stability
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Exceptional natural stability
Durability
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Durable (Class 2)
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Western Red Cedar
Origin
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North America
Weathering
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If left uncoated, it will naturally weather to a soft grey hue over time.
Hardness
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Vey Low (1.5kN Janka)
Surface Finishes
We can apply a number of different surface finishes and textures to elevate grain appearance and improve coating uptake.
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A glassy-smooth, dressed finish.
Treatments
Western Red Cedar takes a stain exceptionally well and it is suitable for all of our factory-applied coating options.
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NatureSeal CU

NatureSeal CU is a premium two-stage siliconised wood treatment system. Developed to protect, preserve, and beautify outdoor timber, it provides long-lasting defence against mould, algae, and weathering – while developing a beautiful, natural silver-grey finish.

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Luxe Duck

Clear or coloured highly water repellant and UV-protective stain. Water beads on the surface of the coating “like water off a duck’s back!” Core and RAL colour range available.

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Fire Retardant Treatment

We provide advanced fire treatment solutions designed to improve safety and meet industry compliance standards. Our timber cladding can be treated to achieve Euroclass B-s1 d0 certification, while our Abodo Vulcan shingles can be treated to attain BROOF (T4) classification — the highest performance rating for roof systems in the UK and Europe, delivering exceptional fire protection while preserving the timber’s natural appearance.

 

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As every project is different, please contact our sales team, who will be happy to offer a free quotation, and any info or advice you may need.

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We deliver to the whole of the UK, including the highlands and islands.

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Certainly, please contact our sales team for any samples you may require.

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Please contact our sales team for an accurate lead time, but generally we can supply in 2-4 weeks from order.

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Of course, our sales team is happy to help with any enquiries you may have.

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