The dark wet blotchy appearance of weathered cedar is as a result of tannin extractive bleeding from the timber. Cedar is a low maintenance timber, it is not a no maintenance timber. Western red cedar external timber cladding western red cedar is a softwood, apparently the most popular choice right now for external cladding in the uk. Western red cedar clad home, maintenance required, help needed. Its also free of resin, but this is the easy part, because unless you know how climate, grain, and type will play into your project, the easy will turn difficult.
New zealands uv rays are some of the harshest in the world, and will eventually dry out any timber, even cedar. The problem with cedar cladding the helpful engineer. However it does not seem to handle australias climatic conditions, because the naturally occurring oils in the cedar. Architects, builders and home owners can depend on mill works expertise to supply western red cedar for a range of building projects. This will avoid problems such as mold, mildew, rot, and water damage. Cedar siding can last decades and it requires little maintenance to retain its natural beauty. Western red cedar is stable, produces its own preservative oil, and does a darn fine job insulating whatever it covers. Western red cedar cladding in stock for fast delivery uk wide. Marley eternit fibre cement cladding was designed as a lowmaintenance alternative to timber species like western red cedar, which is classed as durable, have natural properties that make it suitable for external use without a preservative treatment, says emma. Slow grown in the pacific north west of canada and sourced from leading sawmills. The surfaces of finished western red cedar decks, siding and trim boards exposed outdoors inevitably become dirty and can also be discolored by mildew, algae and moss.
Greater fixing restraints may be required due to weather exposure and aspects of maintenance as covered in the fixing criteria and fixing options. We still have to make sure and do cedar cladding treatment such as keeping it stained, but we really enjoy the look of the cedar. Western red cedar enjoys a welldeserved reputation as a wood that takes and holds a range of finishes for extended periods. As a rule, textured surfaces provide the best mechanical adhesion of the finish to the wood. Low maintenance cladding ideas for exterior house design.
Tilling produces a range western red cedar cladding. Always stack cedar products off the ground on gluts or similar. Western red cedar and siberian larch are hugely popular softwood timbers, cedar varies in colour from light yellow to rich dark reds whereas larch is paler and more uniform. Heres what to consider when buying western red cedar. Western red cedar fixing guidelines timbeck architectural. The western red cedar lumber association is a nonprofit association representing 27 producers of the finest western red cedar lumber throughout the. Applied under controlled conditions in a vacuum pressure timber impregnation plant. We can machine a wide range of naturally durable species including western red cedar, siberian larch, durawood, accoya, european oak and iroko. Cover boards completely with a plastic sheet or cloth to prevent fading, weather damage or uneven discolouration. Since 2005 cedar doctor nz have specialised in the maintenance and restoration of cedar timbers and weatherboards in the auckland region. Western red cedar clad home, maintenance required, help. We manufacturer our cladding in our own factory and every board of cladding is ce marked in accordance with en 14915. Different types of timber are used in various climates across the world to suit the conditions that wall cladding must endure. Care and maintenance of western red cedar siding handling discoloration and wear.
Western red cedar is a soft wood commonly used for cladding because it is more resistant to decay and needs no prior treatment, making it ideal for external cladding. Western red cedar may sometimes perform satisfactorily as a cladding product if it is left unfinished to weather naturally. Natural finish for cedar cladding many users of western red cedar prefer a finish that preserves the woods natural color and appearance. Marley eternit fibre cement cladding was designed as a lowmaintenance alternative to timber. We stock and sell the most common types of cedar cladding profiles, depending on the end look and feel of your desired project.
Store western red cedar in a clean, dry and cool place before installation. If you require help in choosing the right cladding type for your project please contact us on 0121 703. Decks pergolas fences screening cladding features available in. Red cedar is is one of the most popular wood species for exterior use because of its natural rich, red color and natural resistance to decay. All coating systems require maintenance to maintain their decorative appearance and it is important to recognise this when specifying coated cladding. Screenclad cedar cladding 81mm x 12mm, random lengths from 1. This is a slightly inferior grade with more knots, open knots andor streaks. I love the various shades of brown and red on the cedar and would like to preserve this by using a clear or natural finish. Its claimed that western cedar timber doesnt need much maintenance but ive heard few people saying it does. We suggest western red cedar would be your best choice for exterior. Western red cedar cladding is valued for its distinctive appearance with a warm reddish brown colour, a tight straight grain and few knots. When you use the heartwood or wood from the centre of the tree, its naturally occurring chemical transformation makes it more resistant to decay, so theres no need to treat the timber first. All faces of timber product need to be sealed at time of installation. This is due to a number of attributes linked to the product such as its natural durability and its ability to stave off moisture, decay and insects.
There is one thing you must do, however, to hold onto that warm wood glow, and thats restaining when your siding starts to look dull. Western red cedar is a great timber for cladding fixing and installation. Opaque finishes have the longest maintenance intervals and are the easiest to repair and maintain. Timber turret louvres can be used to add an impressive architectural element to the facade of a building. Cedar weatherboards maintenance nz cedar restoration.
Western red cedar is arguably the most popular material for traditional and contemporary building projects amongst architects and. Here at norclad, were committed to providing the best value to our clients. Available in both ventilated and nonventilated options, our timber turret louvres feature fixed nonmoving timber blades. Western red cedar thuja plicata grows widely in northwest american and on the pacific coast of canada. The roof was designed to have tension on the lower vertical pillars gradually decreasing as more people occupy the space.
It takes to fastening and fixing well, but can corrode unprotected metals, which could cause a stain on the wood. Your climate and landscape will determine how often these processes are required. The only reason anyone should coat western red cedar is to help prolong the natural colour of the timber, this is usually the start of the problem on building sites. Modern technology has been used to create a european class b fire resistant cladding board adding increased durability along with enhanced stain and.
We decided on red cedar cladding because it still gave the home a rustic look without as much maintenance as a log home would have been. Timber weatherboards are synonymous with new zealand homes and small. The timber has a high natural resistance to decay and termite attack, and is suitable for use in exposed, aggressive environments. As written by the western red cedar lumber association. Frx exterior fire retardant can be applied to western red cedar cladding when specified, to comply with national building regulations where euroclass b or c are required. Western red cedar cladding from millworks is attractive, sustainable and has exceptional performance. The second picture you have shown is a project in crumlin, dublin if i am correct. For best results, fresh siding should be preprimed on all six sides with a stainblocking primer and top coated with 100percent acryliclatex paint. Due to the timber being lightweight, it is easier to manage and move around a building project.
These natural elements slowly erode the finishes and as a result, all finishes applied to cedar require regular cleaning and maintenance to perform. Western red cedar is precision made by nature, combining the unrivalled beauty of coastal grown canadian timber with high durability, stability and resistance to decay for the ultimate natural cladding product. Western red cedar cladding the tilling group tilling timber. We believe that our experience in cedar maintenance and restoration, our attention to detail, professional but friendly approach, and our personal commitment to our customers are the keys to our being the no. Once its no longer living, like all organic matter, cedar starts to deteriorate. To maintain the natural look of western red cedar that is exposed outdoors, regular maintenance will be required. I am getting some western red cedar cladding installed on the exterior of my property also cedar garage doors and i have a query with regards to the best way to protect the timber and preserve the colour. Cedar maintenance specialists auckland timbertech nz. I love working with cedar, it smells good, its easy to handle and it looks awesome. Gday i you hope can help me figure out this little puzzle and advise me on the best way to fix the issues. We remove defects to ensure premium quality claddings.
The surfaces of finished western red cedar decks, siding and trim boards exposed outdoors inevitably become dirty and may also be discolored by mildew, algae and moss. Genuine cedar siding is going to require washing and stainingsealing or painting on a regular basis. Real cedar timbers the surfaces of real cedar outdoor projects will inevitably suffer from dirt, mold and. Western red cedar is our top specification outdoor cladding solution. Cedar siding maintenance must be a regular task so that you can avoid permanent damage to your homes exterior. Beyond that, western red cedar has multiple advantages over other cladding options because it is natural, sustainable, and is a renewal product. Turret louvres are the ideal way to add style and interest to porticos, turrets, gatehouses, garages, gables and.
Their durability makes them suited to external applications such as cladding, decking, roofing and fencing. Larch vs cedar cladding deciding what timber cladding to. Exterior timber, decking and cladding woodsolutions. The nails we are using for the cladding are pretty nice too. Used for shingles, trim, house siding, decking, fences, and gates, cedar is cheap, widely available, and it weathers exceptionally well. One of western red cedar s attractions for use as a cladding system is its natural durability resulting in a long service life without the need to add chemical preservatives. Why cedar weatherboard cladding should not be used on. Western red cedar products are available with a smooth planed or a textured sawn or rough sanded surface. Western red cedar is indigenous to north america where it is used extensively as a cladding on homes in the form of a weatherboards and as shingles. British cedar cladding is more knotty than canadian cedar, but it is also considerably cheaper. The following products provide varying degrees of protection against weathering while maintaining the cedar s natural. Staining cedar wood how to keep it colorful and protected.
The surfaces of real cedar outdoor projects will inevitably suffer from dirt, mold and mildew issues. Canadian western red cedar timber cladding the ultimate. Cedar wood cladding we supply the highest quality british and canadian western red cedar wood for cladding. Whilst technically softwoods, they have the durability qualities of some hardwoods and are highly resistant to decay, although they may require some maintenance. Coatings require maintenance and the proper coating must be specified in the first instance. If coating is required, a natural wood cladding oil such as osmo uv cladding oil which contains anti fungal inhibitors should be specified along with a regular maintenance programme.
Teckwoods cedar wood grained composite cladding offers the warmth and appeal of natural hardwood without the time and expense of maintenance. Siberian larch and canadian western red cedar are often the chosen specie for a wide range of uses. We are going to renovate and on one of the external walls i would like to put western cedar cladding stained one. We import red cedar from canada in standard cladding sections, but we are best known for sawmilling and producing british grown western red cedar. Consequently, all finishes applied to cedar require regular cleaning and maintenance. Data is applicable to both 15mm and 18mm timbeck western red cedar cladding profiles. Cedar cladding, high quality durable western red cedar. With more than 40 years experience in the industry, we specialise in supplying a leading.
Western red cedar is the common name for the thuja plicata tree, a softwood conifer available in the south western forests of the uk and the west coast of north america and canada. Western red cedar is rated as class 2 under the australian durability ratings, with a probable life expectancy of 15 40 years in above ground applications. What follows is intended to make the specifier fully aware of the implications of natural weathering, and draw attention to the fact that what might be done as a means of reducing maintenance could actually be creating a much higher level of maintenance. Management system that ensures consistency of products and services. If not dealt with, these natural elements will slowly erode any finish applied to western red cedar. Tilling produces a range western red cedar cladding profiles with true, straight grain.
Full range of cedar cladding with optional profiles. There are many variations of exterior wood cladding, with individual characteristics and maintenance needs. Leave a space between stacks of boards and always move them with care. While this material is beautiful, longlasting, and tough, like all other types of wood, you must be uptodate with the care and cleaning of cedar siding. It is quite expensive oppose to a weatherboard but i like that timber structure. Manufacturers of timber cleaning products claim that a preliminary scrubbing. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use its beautiful natural tones give it a timeless appearence in all applications.
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