Why Western Red Cedar?
What makes Western Red Cedar the right building material for your next project?
Well, for starters, this highly-valued, durable wood is naturally resistant to rot, decay and insects, which means anything you build with it will last longer and will require less maintenance. But there’s more:
BEAUTY & ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN – Aesthetically, there really is no substitute for the 
natural beauty of Red Cedar. It complements any architectural design – from turn-of-the-century to contemporary.
DIMENSIONAL STABILITY – Red Cedar has a very low shrinkage factor and is superior to all other coniferous woods in its resistance to warping, twisting and checking.
THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY – Wood is an excellent thermal insulator, which is an important characteristic – good thermal insulators keep buildings cool in the summer and reduce heating costs in the winter. Western Red Cedar is the best thermal insulator among the commonly available softwood species and is far superior to brick, concrete and steel.
VERSATILITY – Western Red Cedar is pitch and resin-free which means it’s ideal for accepting and holding a wide range of beautiful finishes. It also offers a wide range of lumber dimensions, surface textures and grades.
SUSTAINABILITY – Renewable and biodegradable, Red Cedar is also sourced from the most sustainable managed forests in the world.
AROMA – Red Cedars unique aroma comes from naturally occurring substances in the heartwood. These compounds resist moisture and are toxic to decay-causing fungi and insects and preserve the wood to give it long-lasting appeal.
At Beaver Mountain, we’re proud to offer Western Red Cedar and Eastern White Pine.
