Knotty, But Nice

IZNOTTY GRADE Western red Jlcedar is experiencing a revival as home builders re-discover its economy and adaptability.

Useful indoors or out, the knotty grade boards offer both beauty and interesting texture. They can be finished with paints or stain or left to age naturally. The color range is distinctive in shades from near white to red brown. In addition to having outstanding durability, the wood is light in weight and works easily.

Many of your customers, especial- ly the younger ones, may not be familiar with knotty cedar. Introduce them to its advantages.

o Properties: excellent barrier to heat and cold with the lowest shrinkage of any domestic species. Ideal for siding, it weathers well.

o Handlingi works easily, can be easily moved and stored. Wood intended for interior use should be kept dry.

o Nails and nailing: galvanized aluminum or stainless steel with blunt points prevent splitting. Ring shank or spiral threaded nails prevent loosened boards. A lOd nail is recommended for nailing batten strips in board and batten walls with other nailing handled with 6d and 8d nails.

o Application: paneling should be stored with separators for a week or l0 days in the room being finished to acclimate it before installing. Information on further installation techniques is available from the Western Red Cedar LumberAssociation.