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For Builders and Contractors
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Why Builders and Contractors Choose Real Cedar.

More builders and contractors choose Western Red Cedar because of it’s inherent resistance to moisture damage, workability and longevity. The following sections contain links to cladding resources, finishing Western Red Cedar and environmental sustainability.

PROFESSIONAL REAL CEDAR RESOURCES
Resources page
Resources
Download finishing guides, brochures, Cedar Books and more.
Cladding & Trim page
Cladding & Trim
Find specific information about Cladding and Trim here such as profiles, patterns and grades.
Cedar Books page
Cedar Books
Explore the versatility of Western Red Cedar. Download Cedar Book, our curated gallery of award-winning architectural projects.
Engineered Cedar page
Engineered Cedar
Learn more about how engineered cedar uses finger-jointing and edge-gluing to create sustainable, high-performance alternatives to solid-sawn lumber.
Environmental Sustainability page
Environmental Sustainability
Learn more about how Western Red Cedar is a sustainable, renewable, and carbon-sequestering building material with a lower environmental impact than steel or concrete.
Biophilia page
Biophilia
Discover how Western Red Cedar supports biophilic design by reconnecting people with nature to improve wellbeing, reduce stress, and enhance productivity.
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