Why Choose a Cedar Fence
Why is a Cedar Fence the Best Choice?
The topic of what sort of wood is ideal for wood fences is one of my favorite questions to be asked whether I’m talking to a customer or run across someone who has that perplexed expression on their face when shopping at a large box store. There are many different types of wood fences available, ranging from bamboo and spruce to yellow locust pine and fir, among others. All of them may be readily constructed in order to create an appropriate border for your home or business. Western red cedar fencing, on the other hand, is the greatest form of wood fence available on the market.
A Brief Overview of the History of Western Red Cedar
The Pacific Northwest area is home to the western red cedar tree. Its use in our nation dates back to Native Americans, who dubbed this wood the “Tree of Life” because of its healing properties. As a matter of fact, Native Americans not only utilized this wood to construct their houses, but they also used it to construct canoe, totem poles, masks, rope, and clothes.
One of the most amazing aspects of cedar is that it was the source of one of the oldest fragrances known to humans. The sticky oil extracted from the cedar tree was used for embalming by the ancient Egyptians. They also utilized the wood from the tree to build coffins, some of which are still on exhibit in museums today, thousands of years after they were built. Assuming you are familiar with your Bible studies, you may recall that Noah prepared an offering of cedar and myrtle incense to express his gratitude for having survived the legendary deluge. There is also evidence that Tibetan monasteries used cedar to burn as incense, according to historical records.
Demonstrating the Benefits of Western Red Cedar
Western red cedar is a high-quality grade of wood that can be more expensive than other types of wood. However, the benefits of using western red cedar outweigh the increased expense. Never believe a service representative at a big box retailer when they tell you that there aren’t many distinctions between wood grades and that buying anything less costly will frequently suffice (Believe me, I hear this all the time in those stores!). That simply isn’t the case. For example, in the case of wood fences, using lower grade wood implies that your materials may need to be replaced sooner than you anticipate—which means that you may wind up spending more time and money on repairs because you used inferior fencing materials.
The following are some of the reasons why cedar fences are the finest option for any home or business, as explained by us to all of our customers.
When it comes to durability, cedar fence is the best option.
Simply said, western red cedar is one of only two varieties of wood (the other being red wood) that is extremely sturdy and lasts far longer than the majority of other forms of wood fences. Its natural oils assist to make the wood more resistant to rot and insect attack, therefore improving its longevity and strength without the need for chemical treatments. Western red cedar is extremely stable to the point that it shrinks very little when used to construct a fence, ensuring that your fence remains straight and robust for the long haul. A cedar fence that has been in place for over a decade adjacent to a pressure-treated pine fence shows that the cedar fence has aged very beautifully. The oils in the wood also assist to keep the wood looking good. Because cedar fence is so durable and long-lasting, if you travel about specific sections of Frederick and western Maryland, you may come across one of the fences that our founder, Charlie Powers, built in the early 1980s.
When it comes to adaptability, cedar fence is the best choice.
One of the most advantageous characteristics of western red cedar is that it is devoid of pitch and resin. If you are a homeowner looking to enhance or prolong the life of your wood by applying a variety of beautiful finishes, from dark stains to lightly colored bleaches to semi-transparents, cedar is one of the best choices when it comes to accepting and maintaining an extensive range of beautiful finishes, particularly if you want to maintain the wood’s natural beauty.
If you want to build a wood fence for a variety of reasons, including keeping your pets and loved ones safe within your yard or increasing your privacy so that you can enjoy your time outdoors without being bothered by your neighbors or the general public, you can use western red cedar to construct a variety of different types of wood fences.
- Fences made of board on board
- Fences around paddocks and estates
- Fences with pickets
- Fences for personal privacy
- When it comes to being environmentally friendly, cedar fence is the best option.
Real wood fences are the only kind to consider when choosing your fence. There is nothing more pleasant to the senses than the natural fragrance of cedar fence planks, in my opinion. There’s something about the scent of genuine cedar that immediately brings to mind thoughts of home, of our nation, and of childhood memories for many. And if being ecologically conscious is essential to you, there is nothing better than a cedar fence! In addition to removing greenhouse gases from the environment, western red cedar is a renewable and biodegradable resource. When you purchase cedar fence panels, you can almost always be assured that the material was sourced from a sustainable forest.
When it comes to aesthetics, cedar fence is the most attractive option.
In conclusion, cedar is an absolutely stunning wood that always appears to be in good condition due to its rich texture and bright hues. When it comes to natural elegance, cedar is hard to match when it comes to creating a lovely and lush look to surround your yard or your entire home. Visitors to our offices on Tilco Drive are always impressed by the quality of our cedar fence samples, which makes it simple to see why cedar fence is our most preferred fencing material.
Are you prepared to purchase a Western Red Cedar fence?
Please contact us immediately if you are ready to build the greatest wooden fence possible. One of our cedar-loving fence experts would be delighted to work with you to develop a western red cedar fence solution that fits your demands while also staying within your budget.
