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Naturally beautiful, aromatic, and weather-resistant, cedar is a timeless choice for both indoor and outdoor projects. We carry a premium selection of cedar lumber and products ideal for decking, siding, fencing, panelling, furniture, and more. Cedar is prized for its natural resistance to decay, insects, and moisture, making it especially well-suited for Canadian climates. Its warm tones, distinctive grain, and pleasant aroma add character and comfort to any space—indoors or out. Lightweight and easy to work with, cedar takes stain, paint, and sealers well, offering flexibility for both rustic and refined applications. As a proudly Canadian company, Windsor Plywood specializes in high-quality, hard-to-find wood species and provides expert advice with every project. Whether you're building a backyard retreat or updating an interior with natural charm, cedar delivers the performance and beauty that stand the test of time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Cedar Valley products does Windsor Plywood carry?
Windsor Plywood carries Cedar Valley real cedar shingle panels and siding products. Cedar Valley panels are made from 100% Western Red Cedar and are designed as preassembled panelized systems that deliver the appearance of hand-applied cedar shingles with faster, more consistent installation. Products are suited for both residential and commercial exterior cladding applications.
What makes Cedar Valley different from installing individual cedar shingles?
Cedar Valley panels are factory-assembled with cedar shingles pre-mounted on a backer panel at consistent spacing and alignment. This panelized approach eliminates the time required to lay individual shingles course by course, reduces installation skill requirements, and delivers a more uniform finished appearance at significantly reduced labour cost.
Is Cedar Valley siding suitable for all Canadian climates?
Yes. Western Red Cedar is naturally resistant to rot, decay, and insects, making it one of the most durable siding choices for Canadian conditions including the wet Pacific coast, humid eastern climates, and cold prairie winters. Cedar Valley panels are designed for exterior exposure across Canadian climate zones when properly installed and maintained.
Does Cedar Valley siding require painting or staining?
Cedar Valley siding can be left to weather naturally to a silver-grey patina, or finished with a penetrating stain or paint for colour and additional protection. Penetrating stains are preferred over film-forming paints because they do not peel and are easier to maintain. Back-priming the panels before installation is recommended to slow moisture absorption and extend the life of the finish.
How is Cedar Valley siding installed?
Cedar Valley panels install over standard exterior sheathing with a housewrap or weather-resistant barrier using galvanized or stainless-steel nails or screws. Panels interlock horizontally to create a continuous shingle appearance. Install from the bottom course up, ensuring proper overlap and alignment at corners, windows, and doors.