Current Softwoods Stock List

WESTERN RED CEDAR

Please note if FSC/PEFC certified wood is required
please specify at time of placing an order.

Insulation Properties

Western Red Cedar heartwood is renowned for its high decay-resistance and its good insulation properties, far superior to brick, concrete and steel. Therefore structures built from Western Red Cedar will be cooler in summer and warmer in winter. It has very good weathering characteristics which makes it popular for exterior applications.

Density
It has a low wood density and low shrinkage factor which means it is unlikely to warp or twist. Western Red Cedar also has an ability to dampen vibrations, making it effective in reducing or confining noise and therefore good for panelling and moulding.

Flame Spreading Rate
Western Red Cedar’s flame spreading rate and smoke developed classification is considerably below the maximum limits set by most building codes.

Great Finishing Properties
The lack of pitch or resinous extractives contributes to its good finishing properties which means it can take a variety of coatings, paints and stains exceptionally well, provided it is dried and properly primed, all of which can be undertaken by Illingworth Ingham.

Working Properties
Western Red Cedar is one of the easiest timbers to work with because of its straight grain and uniform texture. It planes and sands clearly; is easy to saw, nail and glues well with a range of adhesives. It machines well too.

COLOUR
When freshly machined Clear Western Red Cedar seems to vary from a; light straw colour to a dark red/brown, but the colour becomes more uniform in natural light. It is much sought after for its “weathered” appearance. The grain is typically straight and even.

DURABILITY
Western Red Cedar is reported to have a very high natural resistance to decay. Reported to perform well when in contact with the ground, although the mild UK winters are the exception as they promote decay.

GRADES
Illingworth Ingham are able to offer clear grade Western Red Cedar which is supplied with a smooth finish and is suitable where a more formal appearance is required. Illingworth Ingham can offer a wide variety of patterns for panelling and mouldings or we can custom produce to your requirements.

USES
Cladding     
Decking    
Fences and Gates and Sidings     

CHARACTERISTICS OF CLEAR WESTERN RED CEDAR

Density: Low Wood Density

Durability: Class 2 – Long lasting when properly treated

Finishing: Good finishing properties – can take a range of coatings, paints and stains exceptionally well provided it is dried and properly primed. Polishes well too.

Flame spread rating: 67 to 73 (Class II)

Smoke developed classification:  98

Stability: Dimensionally stable and holds its place well in use.

Workability: Saws, planes, sands, nails, turns and glues with ease. Cutting resistance is small but can have a tendency to fray during cross cutting. May cause metals to corrode due to its acidity.

ILLINGWORTH INGHAM STOCK
3/4" X 4" ONLY    1" X 4" ONLY
1" X 6" ONLY       2" X 4" ONLY
2" X 6" ONLY       3" X 8" ONLY
4" X 8"-WIDER    6" X 6"-WIDER 

We are softwood timber suppliers in manchester

SOFTWOOD TIMBER TYPES

- Southern Yellow Pine
- vertical grain Hemlock
- Redwood
- Sawfalling Whitewood
- Siberian Larch
- Western Red Cedar
- thermowood
- clear douglas fir