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Overview
 Real wood trim on the exterior of residential,
commercial or industrial buildings perfectly
complements any architectural style and
is compatible with all contemporary cladding
materials. The ideal wood for exterior trim
is Western Red Cedar. Its dimensional stability,
longevity, ability to accept a wide range
of finishes, resistance to decay, and natural
good looks make it the only sensible choice
for corner boards, fascia, skirting and
window and door trim.
Specifying Trim Boards
Western Red Cedar trim boards are
available in Clear and Knotty grades. For
complete grade descriptions refer to the
National Lumber Grades Authority (NLGA),
West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau (WCLIB)
and Western Wood Products Association (WWPA)
grading rules. Descriptions of proprietary
grades are available from the manufacturers.
This brochure will assist you in choosing
the right trim board for the job. It covers
the selection of grades, surface textures,
sizes, fasteners and finishing. To ensure
that the trim boards you specify meet the
appropriate grade, always specify Western
Red Cedar Lumber Association member production.
Clear Grades
Clear boards have a limited number
of natural characteristics and are specified
when appearance of the highest quality is
desired. They are available kiln dried or
unseasoned in the grades shown on the following
pages.
Knotty
Grades
Knotty boards present a more rustic
appearance and may be specified seasoned
or unseasoned in the grades shown on the
following pages.
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