3 Things To Build With Rough Cedar Lumber

[Posted on August 8th, 2013 by Aaron Presley]

It’s important to choose the right building materials when you are taking on DIY project, which is why you need to know what can be built using rough cedar lumber. This type of lumber is not only durable, it is also going to give a rustic look to whatever you build with it. Like the look of the lumber but not sure what you can do with it? There are a few things you can do.

One of the first things that you can build with rough cedar lumber is siding. When you add this type of wood to the side of your home, it’s going to be a rustic look for sure. While it features a dense grain pattern, it is possible to stain cedar so you have more control over the aesthetics.

When you use the cedar on the side of the home, you will also want to look into using pressure treated lumber to ensure that it is able to hold up for many years.

Another thing that you can build using rough cedar lumber is a deck. While there is rough and smooth cedar available to you, the rough cut allows you to have more control over what it is going to look like in the end. When you build a deck, especially out in the woods, you want it to look rustic. If you don’t purchase the right wood, your deck is going to look out of place.

Building a deck is actually simpler than you might think. When you work with a lumber company, let them know what you are building and they will even help with some tips in terms of cutting the wood and even staining it if that is something you are interested in now or down the road.

Another thing that you can build with rough cedar lumber is an arbor. This is a great addition to a large backyard because it’s going to add style and also a place for people to gather. You may decide to landscape around the arbor and even have some vines going up the length of it. This is another area where you want to make sure you are using treated wood because the lumber is going to be exposed to all of the elements.

Regardless of what you build with the lumber, you want to make sure you know how to work with it. While it is durable, it’s not the most absorbent wood – at least not to start with. The more you know regarding rough cedar lumber, the easier it will be to determine what projects you can take on when you have access to the wood.

Whenever you want a rustic look in and around your house, you want to make sure the lumber company can furnish you with a rough cut cedar as opposed to a smooth cut cedar. It will make all the difference in the world.
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Rough cedar lumber is a versatile building material. There are many things that can be built with it to give your home a rustic feel.