Red cedar: description and history of the origin of the tree, where it is used
Red cedar building materials have become extremely popular today. Many confuse the tree with the Siberian cedar, but these are completely different plants that do not belong to the same family. A detailed acquaintance with this Canadian centenarian will allow you to better understand the characteristics of the plant and the products presented from it, which abound in the market.
What kind of tree is this
Red cedar is native to Canada and North America. Evergreen giants can reach 70 meters in height with a trunk diameter of up to 5 meters. The plant lives up to 2000 years. The tree belongs to the thuja family, it is correct to call it a giant thuja or folded thuja.
Where does it apply
Red cedar wood is used in construction, in the manufacture of finishing materials, parquet, and furniture. It has long been used in shipbuilding, when decorating yachts.
Useful properties
There are many reasons to opt for such building materials. Key Benefits:
- The straight-grain structure of the wood ensures ease of processing.
- Wood has low thermal conductivity and shrinkage percentage.
- Does not rot, harmful insects will not damage it (bark beetles, moths and mosquitoes are repelled by the delicate aroma and strength of wood).
- Red cedar does not crack, does not warp, has high wear resistance.
- Low flammability.
- Pleasant fragrance, high content of non-allergenic essential oils.
Beautiful appearance is provided by the richness of shades. The color smoothly transitions from amber to beige and rich brown. There is a beneficial effect on the human nervous and respiratory system, with constant exposure, the manifestations of allergic reactions decrease.
Origin story
Red cedar is common in British Columbia (Canada), found throughout the Pacific coast of North America. The harsh climate, humid air, saturated with sea s alt, made the wood of this tree durable, not subject to decay. It practically does not burn, is easily processed and fastened.
Expert opinionZarechny Maxim ValerievichAgronomist with 12 years of experience. Our best gardening expert.Ask a QuestionAll these properties made it possible to use wood for the construction of ships and yachts, the construction of houses and interior decoration of dwellings.Scope
Today, garden furniture, gazebos, parquet are produced from this tree. Red Canadian cedar is used to build houses, baths and saunas. The interior decoration of objects with high humidity, with this material, allows you to make the room warmer, reduces the risk of fire, and provides air saturation with phytoncides useful for humans.
Lining for wall decoration, bath furniture, all this is not only beautiful in appearance, but also functional. The pleasant aroma inherent in wood lasts up to 8 years.
Terrace or gazebo made of folded arborvitae is not afraid of cold and damp, retains its original appearance. Furniture made from this material is durable and beautiful, the ease of processing red cedar adds to the attractiveness of the material. Folded thuja parquet retains heat, is not afraid of dampness, and does not dry out over time.
Due to the abundance of phytoncides in wood, the healing effect on human organs and systems, red cedar is used to decorate children's rooms.
And in a house made of such material it will be warm and comfortable, it will not be damp, pests cannot stand the neighborhood of this tree.
Woodworking
Red cedar is easy to work with. Sawing is not difficult, the resulting materials do not need additional protection, fastening materials are tightly held in the wood. It does not split, does not twist, does not contain voids, knots, cracks. Does not need additional coating to change color. When fastening the lining into the grooves, the structure holds firmly without drying out over time.
All this allows you to independently perform installation work. They do not require serious physical costs. At the same time, the owner will be pleased with the result.
Red Canadian cedar has recently appeared on the domestic market. Thanks to the quality of wood, the beauty of finished products from this material, the ease of processing and installation, it has already secured its popularity.
