Category " Shakes and Shingles" Page 2

Cedar. Just saying the word is enough to conjure up a pleasant sigh--the aromatic scent of this wood is known throughout the world. But beyond just smelling good, the western red cedar AltruWood sells is also one of the most durable and good-looking wood choices around. AltruWood's cedar comes from the highest-quality Canadian fiber. Its tight growth rings make it durable, and its low density makes...


Continue Reading »

Ahh...the look, the feel, and that spicy sweet smell of western red cedar. Native to the Pacific Northwest and western Canada, western red cedar has a uniform texture and straight grain which makes it a dimensionally stable softwood (right up there with Douglas fir). The tree produces its own preservative oil, helping to protect it from decay and bug damage. Western red cedar is a great insulator...


Continue Reading »