decking
Western red cedar decking
Naturally rot-resistant softwood decking. Beautiful natural color and grain; weathers to silver-gray. Service life 15-25 years with care.
Cost tier
MID
Cost / sqft
$6–$14
Install
trade
Durability
high
Maintenance
medium
Moisture
good
Cost notes
Stain or oil every 2-3 years to maintain color. Soft enough to dent under heavy furniture.
Aesthetic
- Finish: natural, oiled, stained
- Color range: natural cedar, silver patina, stained tones
- Visual weight: medium
Climate suitability
— Hot-humid
✓ Hot-dry
✓ Mixed-humid
✓ Mixed-dry
✓ Cold
✓ Arctic
Source
Architectural Graphic Standards — Architectural Graphic Standards (Ramsey/Sleeper) — Materials chapter
Tags: cedar, wood, natural, rot-resistant