Western Red Cedar Construction Lumber is a construction lumber available at Windsor Plywood for exterior framing, decking substructure, and outdoor construction. When building outdoor projects, you need to pick the right wood to ensure your project will last. Cedar is extremely durable; natural preservatives protect it from decay, rot, and insect damage. It’s also quite light compared to other woods, making. Available at Windsor Plywood locations across Canada.
Features
- Designed for exterior framing, decking substructure, and outdoor construction
- Natural or treated material suited to Canadian exterior conditions
- Durable construction built for Canadian climate conditions
- Confirm available colours, dimensions, and accessories with your local Windsor Plywood location
- Use appropriate exterior-rated fasteners for all outdoor applications. Stainless steel, hot-dipped galvanized, or coated fasteners prevent corrosion and staining.
Specifications
| Product Type |
Western Red Cedar Construction Lumber |
| Application |
exterior framing, decking substructure, and outdoor construction |
| Dimensions |
Confirm with your local Windsor Plywood location |
| Availability |
In-store -- confirm current stock and options at your local branch |
Common Uses
Western Red Cedar Construction Lumber is designed for construction lumber applications. Confirm specifications, dimensions, and current stock at your local Windsor Plywood location.
Pro Tips
- Confirm the correct grade and treatment level for your application per local building code. Pressure-treated lumber grades vary by intended use (above-ground, ground-contact, below-grade).
- Use ACQ-compatible fasteners (hot-dipped galvanized or stainless steel) with pressure-treated lumber. Standard fasteners corrode in contact with treatment chemicals.
- Allow pressure-treated lumber to dry before staining or painting. Fresh-from-the-supplier treated lumber is typically too wet to accept finish -- wait 2-4 weeks or test with a moisture meter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I stain pressure-treated lumber?
Yes, but the wood must be dry enough to absorb the stain. Fresh treated lumber is too wet -- wait 2-4 weeks after purchase and test a small area before staining the entire project.
What is the difference between above-ground and ground-contact treatment?
Ground-contact treatment uses a higher concentration of preservative for direct soil or water contact. Above-ground treatment is for decks, railings, and structures that do not touch the ground. Using above-ground treated lumber in ground contact voids the treatment warranty.
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