decking
California redwood decking
Naturally rot-resistant redwood lumber. Premium decking with deep red-brown color; service life 25+ years.
Cost tier
PREMIUM
Cost / sqft
$9–$20
Install
trade
Durability
high
Maintenance
medium
Moisture
good
Cost notes
Limited geographic availability; old-growth restrictions push prices up vs. cedar.
Aesthetic
- Finish: natural, oiled
- Color range: red-brown natural, silver patina
- 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: redwood, wood, premium, rot-resistant