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lA EDAR should be among the \f first thoughts of a retailer facing a customer. either d-i-y or contractor, who wants to buy materials for remodeling.

A big market at present, remodeling is due to grow even bigger with projections of $90.2 billion by 1990. Because cedar is a versatile product, it can claim a good chunk of these expenditures. Beauty, durability and easy workability are assets which make it easy to sell.

Where can cedar be used? Almost anywhere, both inside and outside the home, as well as in light commercial remodelings.

Cedar siding can be used to update the appearance of a home. In addition, ir will protecr the slructure from weather extremes and look great for years. Natural preservatives make it weatherproof. Cedar lumber can be stained, painted, clear-sealed or left natural to weather to a lovely silver patina. (See story on finishing on p.8).

Among the many pattems milled, bevel applied horizontalty is the most popular with tongue and groove and channel, both usually put up vertically, gaining favor. Cedar siding also can be applied as an accent to brick or stucco.

Other outside uses of cedar to update older homes and make new homes more livable include decks, fencing, trellises, garden structures, gazebos, patio covers, planters, steps and porches.

On the inside, cedar s[ars in bringing new life to dull kitchens with paneled walls and cabinets. Bathrooms also can be revived with cedar paneling. Clear sealers make the wood splashproof and washable in both areas. Cedar's natural sound absorbing qualities are an advantage in kitchens and bathrooms since they