There are two main different types of fence panels boards. Those built with a standard fence board, and those built with a premium channel fence board. With a standard fence board you will end up with gaps in between your boards due to the seasonal change in weather...
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Why do Timbers Split? And what does it mean?
Cedar timbers often split and crack, in the industry it is referred to as “checking”. It is a result of the drying process of the “green” fresh cut lumber. It occurs more commonly in larger pieces; due to their size they dry unevenly. Starting with the outside and...
Cedar Shed Site Preparation
Thinking of building a new shed? Here is a few things to improve your shed experience! Preparing the area in which you plan on putting your new shed is very important. You want an area that is going to be flat and level. Uneven ground could cause...
What is STK?
STK or Clear Ever wonder the difference between STK(Select Tight Knot) and clear? STK is a grade of cedar, Knots and other natural features define the visual characteristics. They both have benefits depending what your using the cedar for. Lets say your...
Storing Cedar outside.
One thing about storing cedar outside if you are planing on staining. Is that it should be stored in a way that it will dry evenly. One way of doing so is by doing layers of sticks so that air can flow in between the wood. Keeping it elevated above wet ground is also...
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