Cedar, Western Red

Latin name: Thuja plicata

Origin: Western North America, British Columbia

Characteristics: Color varies greatly from light brownish red to medium brown tone. Also called Vertical Grain Cedar. Grain is most always vertical with tight grain lines, similar to fir. Some “rustic” or “knotty” veneer is produced for exterior applications. It is very weather resistant.

 


Uses: Architectural woodwork, doors and other exterior applications.