Are You Buying REAL Cedar?

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Don't Fall For Imitation Cedar

Many companies in today's marketplace offer ultra-affordable "Cedar" products,
but are they quality products, or even REAL Cedar?

Some Manufacturers frequently fail to disclose the Species and Origins of the Lumber that they blanketly market as "Cedar".

Misleading Customers into buying inferior-quality Fir products imported from China with unspecified labor and sustainability standards. Rather than the Premium Cedar product they were expecting.

Are You Being Misled?

In 2005, Manufacturers across North America started to import wooden products in bulk from China, originally marketed as “China Fir” and later changed to "White Cedar". (More Information)

Chinese "White Cedar" (Species: Cunninghamia lanceolata), not to be confused with North American White Cedar* is an inferior quality Fir imported from China and often not disclosed to confuse consumers.

Buying only Premium North American Cedar like Western Red Cedar ensures that you get a superior quality product and helps to support forestry and manufacturing jobs close to home.

Outdoor Living Today proudly partners with Western Red Cedar Lumber Association (WRCLA), uses PEFC-certified Western Red Cedar sourced sustainably from the United States & Canada, and manufactures in British Columbia, Canada.

How Is Western Red Cedar Superior?

Durability and Longevity

Western Red Cedar is renowned for its exceptional durability and longevity. It has a natural resistance to decay, insects, and rot which ensures that your investment will stand the test of time.

Chinese "White Cedar", on the other hand, is less durable and will require more maintenance over the years as it quickly deteriorates.

Aesthetic Appeal

Western Red Cedar boasts a rich, reddish-brown color that is simply stunning. Its natural beauty adds a touch of elegance and warmth to any project.

Chinese "White Cedar" often lacks the same vibrant color and may appear more pale or dull, making it less visually appealing.

Workability

Western Red Cedar is known for its excellent workability. It is easy to cut, shape, and finish, making it a preferred choice for craftsmen and woodworkers.

Chinese "White Cedar" can be more challenging to work with due to its variability in density and quality.

Stability

Western Red Cedar has minimal shrinkage, warping, or twisting, which means it remains relatively stable in changing environmental conditions. This stability is crucial for outdoor applications like buildings, fencing or decking where integrity is key to safety.

Chinese "White Cedar" does not offer the same level of stability and is much lower on the durability scale, which can lead to structural issues over time.

Sustainability

Western Red Cedar is often sourced from well-managed forests in North America where sustainable harvesting practices and ethical labor standards are required. This means you can choose it with confidence, knowing you're supporting responsible forestry in the United States & Canada.

Chinese "White Cedar" may come from unknown sources with questionable certifications compared to the expectations set by PEFC and the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association (WRCLA). This raises ethical and environmental concerns.

Resale Value

Should you ever decide to sell your property or project, Western Red Cedar can boost the resale value. Its reputation for quality and durability can make your investment more attractive to potential buyers,

The lower-quality Chinese "White Cedar" will not have the same effect due to its numerous inadequacies that will show over time.

Visit www.realcedar.com to learn more about Certified Western Red Cedar and why it matters.