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Western Red Cedar Shingles & Shakes
Western Red Cedar Shingles & Shakes
Western Red Cedar shingles and shakes are a versatile and durable alternative to traditional roofing and cladding materials. Known for their aesthetic appeal, insulation properties, and ease of installation, they are suitable for both commercial and residential projects.
Durability and Environmental Benefits
These products have a life expectancy of over 50 years, with natural oils that protect against decay and insect attacks. They are resilient to high winds, tested to withstand speeds up to 173 mph. As a renewable resource, they have a low carbon footprint and are produced with minimal pollution.
Insulation and Breathability
Cedar shingles and shakes offer superior insulation, keeping buildings warmer in winter and cooler in summer. They have an R-Value double that of asphalt and four times that of cement fiber. Their breathable nature provides additional ventilation.
Certi-label™ Products
Silva Timber offers Certi-label™ Western Red Cedar shingles and shakes, ensuring high quality through rigorous standards and inspections. These products are available in various grades and sizes, including premium options for high-end applications.
Grades and Specifications
Shingles are available in four grades: No.1 Blue Label, No.2 Red Label, No.3 Black Label, and No.4 Green Label, each suited for different applications. Shakes are available as Handsplit or Tapersawn, offering different aesthetic finishes.
Sustainability and Treatment
Western Red Cedar is harvested under sustainable practices, ensuring forest regeneration. Shingles and shakes can be treated for enhanced performance against insects and decay, and fire-treated options are available.
Installation Guidelines
Proper installation involves using stainless steel nails, appropriate batten spacing, and ensuring double or triple coursing at roof eaves. Detailed installation manuals are available for download.
Conclusion
Western Red Cedar shingles and shakes provide an environmentally friendly, durable, and aesthetically pleasing option for roofing and cladding, backed by the quality assurance of Certi-label™ standards.
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Western Red Cedar Shingles & Shakes
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The widest range of Western Red Cedar shingles and shakes in the UK
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Certi-label™ Western Red Cedar Shingles & Shakes Why use Certi-label™ Western Red Cedar shingles and shakes? Western Red Cedar shingles and shakes offer a fantastic alternative to traditional roof and wall tiles due to their durability, attractive appearance, outstanding insulation properties and ease of installation. Cedar shingles and shakes have been used for hundreds of years and have proven their durability in all kinds of climates. They can be used to create individual buildings, whether traditional or modern, and their rich, warm colour and texture blend beautifully in any natural environment....
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Certi-label™ Products Cedar shingles and shakes, manufactured by members of the Cedar Shake & Shingle Bureau, are the only products labelled with the ‘Certi’ brand name. As part of the Certi-Wood™ family, Certi-label™ cedar shingles and shakes are manufactured by experienced craftsmen who take pride in their trade and the quality of their product. Member mills are bound by a rigid code and independent inspections ensure that product quality is maintained. CERTIG RADE Red Ced ar Sh ingles - 100% Ed ge Grain - 100% He 100% All Clear artwood CE DA R SH AK E & SH THE REC IN GL E BU OGNIZED RE AU...
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Certi-split™ and Certi-sawn™ Western Red Cedar shakes Shakes have a thicker butt-end compared to shingles which creates a deep, attractive shadow line. Shakes are available Tapersawn for a smooth finish, or Handsplit for a rustic, natural appearance. PREMIUM GRADE PREMIUM GRADE Handsplit Red Cedar Shakes Tapersawn Red Cedar Shakes CEDAR SHAKE & SHINGLE BUREAU CEDAR SHAKE & SHINGLE BUREAU THE RECOGNIZED AUTHORITY SINCE 1915 SUMAS, WASHINGTON (604) 820-7700 THE RECOGNIZED AUTHORITY SINCE 1915 SUMAS, WASHINGTON (604) 820-7700 Certi-split™ Handsplit shakes Certi-sawn™ Tapersawn shakes Produced by...
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Shake Coverage Three sizes of shingle are available; the industry term for these are ‘Fivex’, ‘Perfection’ and ‘Royal’. Two types of shakes are available: ‘Handsplit’ and ‘Tapersawn’. Type Butt Thickness Blue Label Fivex Blue Label Perfection Blue Label Royal Black Label Approximate coverage in square metres of one bundle of shakes with 13mm spacing, based on the following weather exposures. *Maximum exposure recommended to roofs. Shake Exposure Maximum exposure in millimetres recommended for roofs and walls Premium Grade *+/- tolerance allowed within grading rules. See grading sheets on website...
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