


In general, applications can be classified into two very broad use-groups: first, for those structures such as large buildings in which both the strength and appearance of exposed wood members are of equal importance and second, in landscape, park and garden structures where appearance is paramount. For both use-groups, Alaskan Cedar offers the advantages of natural beauty, design flexibility, exceptional dimensional stability and long term durability. It covers many types of engineered structures commercial, industrial, and residential buildings and landscape structures such as bridges, arbors, pergolas, gazebos, field houses and the like. The field of construction using solid sawn Alaskan Yellow Cedar timbers is greatly diversified. Yellow cedar, like any other wood, has a range of colors from soft yellow to light brown. Note the different colors above (some boards have been finished). Each grade has different characteristics and allowances for trim backs, so when you sign your purchase agreement it is imperative that you understand which grade you are going to be receiving. It is also important to be aware that if you are getting quotes on different grades of the same product that you are sure which grade you are purchasing at the time of sale.

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If you are not certain on the grade you are being quoted, feel free to ask your sales representative for additional information. Sound, tight knots: star checked and/or slightly chipped knots permitted.īear Creek Lumber can offer other grades depending on the type of product ordered.īoards, timbers, paneling, bevel, etc all have slight variations to their grades, so it is important to understand what you are ordering. Select Tight Knot – The basis for this grade are the knots, burls and naturally occurring markings which are of fairly uniform distribution and add to the decorative character of the piece. Medium pitch streaks, limited pin holes, hit and miss skips, two knots approximately 1″ or their equivalentĭ and Better Clear – Clear grains but allowances for medium pitch streaks, limited pin holes, hit and miss skips, two knots approximately 1″ or their equivalent. Allows for two small, sound tight knots or their equivalentĬ and Better Clear -This grade accounts for pieces of lumber having one or more characteristics which are of such size and number that the piece is not of C & BTR grade. Limiting provisions include: small seasoning checks, occasional very light skips on edges and backs. Limiting provisions include: very light torn grain, very light skips on the non-graded face and very light warp.Ī & Better Clear – Ideally suited to applications where finishing requirements are less exacting. It does not splinter, so it is also used on stadium seating.Ĭlear Vertical Grain – Pieces may exhibit a few minor characteristics which do not detract from their high appearance and quality. It stands up to constant wear and load impacts without forming ridges or splitting. Racing boat enthusiasts have often used it for high performance shells, and for bridge decking. It has been traditionally used for boat building because of its long term durability. First used by the West Coast Indians for their historic Totem Poles and great war canoes, it is a rare and often difficult to find lumber species.Īlaskan Yellow Cedar is very popular for carving as well as versatile when used in industrial applications. Prized by boat builders, it has exceptional resistance to weather and insects as well as easy workability. Its durability and ease of tooling makes it readily adaptable for the construction and finishing of homes, schools, factories, churches, and recreational centers along with a variety of other residential, commercial and industrial uses.įound only on the Pacific coast of North America, Yellow Cedar is the hardest know n cedar in the world. This species of wood can be used for decks, siding, trim, ceiling, paneling, floors, doors, custom woodworking, and millwork.

Alaskan Yellow Cedar is quite a versatile species of lumber that can easily be used in any project.
