- Not Naturally resistant to rot or insects.
- Requires regular chemical treatments to
prevent future rot and insect damage. - Typically Kiln dried to kill insect infestation.
- Natural preservatives make it one of the
most insect and rot resistant of woods. - Heartwood found in every log.
- 50-55% average moisture content right off
the saw. - Kiln dried: harsh, high heat process that
forces moisture out risking cell rupture. - Continue drying after construction
intensifies cracking, splitting and shrinkage. - Cracking opens unprotected areas to
insects, weather and air seepage. - Large cracks are common and often
penetrate the heartwood.
- 19-23% average moisture content right off
the saw. - Air dried: gently way to naturally lose it's
moisture without stress. - Air dried reduces cracking, checking,
splitting, twisting and warping. - Cedar resin naturally stable to prevent sap
seepage.
- Untreated cedar has a high natural
durability with ground contact range from
50-60 years. - Treated life expectancy ranges 100+ years.
- Highest “R” value of any wood used in log
homes- rating of 1.41 “R”/inch of thickness. - Thermal Mass Factor of cedar is 3.78.
- Life expectancy of untreated wood used in
construction with ground contact range from
3-7 years. - Treated life expectancy ranges 12-20 years.
- The “R” value of Pine used in log production
averages 1.12 “R”/inch of thickness. - Thermal Mass Factor of Pine is 2.76
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