SUSTAINABILITY

Red Cedar is our first choice for Evergreen clients because of its natural durability and our supplier’s commitment to sustainability.

Red Cedar is environmentally-friendly with a low carbon footprint and high stability. Its growth is limited to British Columbia and only 1% of B.C.’s cedar growing stock is harvested each year, according to the Ministry of Forests.

The Red Cedar Lumber Association estimates that three trees are planted for each that is harvested.

It’s resistant to shrinking, warping, twisting, and checking. Red Cedar is also highly resistant to decay and termites due to naturally occurring fungicidal compounds. All of our fence pickets are 50% thicker than what you find at retail and the wood's attractive red color ages to a beautiful light gray. It’s easy to work with due to its straight grain and uniform texture. Alternatively, Red Cedar can be stained if achieving a consistent color is the desired effect. The wood takes a variety of coatings, paint and stain, exceptionally well, when dried and properly primed.