Yellow Cedar Structural Timbers: Durable & Attractive
Timeless & Strong
Yellow Cedar structural timbers are beautiful and durable, and are trusted by engineers and architects for use in demanding projects like luxury homes and Japanese temples. Yellow cedar also possesses natural rot-resistant oils, reducing the need for chemical preservatives for projects in environmentally-sensitive areas.
Beauty & Performance
Yellow Cedar structural timber combines natural elegance, exceptional strength and longevity, making it a worthwhile investment for design-focused projects. It can be stained or left unfinished to weather naturally to a silvery-grey colour. Yellow Cedar is also durable and naturally resistant to decay, making it a prized material for uses such as boat building, sauna manufacturing, cabinetry and millwork.
Long-Lasting
The tight grain and high oil content of Yellow Cedar create durability, even in harsh weather conditions and high traffic areas. Yellow Cedar is naturally resistant to decay and insect damage, making it a popular choice for projects in environmentally-sensitive locations, where limiting preservative chemicals is important.
Naturally Beautiful
With its honey colour and fine grain, Yellow Cedar exudes natural elegance. Its neutral appearance blends seamlessly with indoor and outdoor surroundings. Over time, and left untreated, Yellow Cedar gracefully weathers to a soft silver-gray, lending a timeless charm to decks, docks and more.
Versatile & Easy
Yellow Cedar is lightweight yet strong, making it easy to cut, shape and install. Its excellent workability allows for intricate designs and customizations. Whether you’re building a simple deck or a multi-level masterpiece, using yellow cedar encourages a smooth and rewarding construction process.
Sustainable
Harvested from responsibly managed forests, Yellow Cedar is renewable, recyclable and biodegradable.
Product Characteristics
Yellow Cedar Timbers
Naturally beautiful and durable, we invite you to explore some of the unique qualities to help you find the perfect timbers for your outdoor space.
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Yellow Cedar Timbers
Finishing and Maintenance
Discover how to finish and maintain your Yellow Cedar timber for lasting beauty and performance. Choose between letting it age to a silvery-grey patina or applying a protective stain. Remember to use galvanized or stainless steel fixtures to avoid rust marks and avoid power washing to preserve wood integrity.
Finish
Let it age naturally to a silvery-grey patina for a rustic, low-maintenance look or apply a protective stain to enhance its natural tones and extend durability. Natural aging requires minimal effort but offers less protection, while staining demands upkeep yet ensures longevity.
Fasteners
Galvanized or stainless steel fasteners are essential to prevent rust bleeding marks that can stain the wood’s surface. Galvanized fasteners offer durability and affordability, while stainless steel provides superior corrosion resistance, ensuring a clean, lasting finish.
Cleaning
Avoid power washing, as it can damage wood fibres. Instead, use mild, wood-safe cleaners or oxygen-based bleach for effective dirt and mildew removal. Rinse thoroughly to maintain the wood’s natural elegance and structural integrity.
Advancing Sustainability Through Action
stronger together
40+
Active agreements with Indigenous groups or Indigenous organizations.
Generating Benefits
$5.6B+
We have accounted for $5.6+ billion expenditures in the economy.
Nurturing Growth
7M
We produce 7 million high-quality seeds and grow over 3 million seedlings annually.
100%
The forests under our care are 100% certified to internationally recognized standards.
3350+
We create meaningful career opportunities in the areas where we operate, with over 3350 direct employee and contractor jobs supported.
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Western plants more than three trees for every tree harvested, supporting forest renewal and contributing to climate solutions.