White cedar (tuya occidentalis) is a conifer, found in the northeastern region of America.
In adulthood, about 100 years, the average dimensions of this tree are 15 to 20 meters in height and a diameter of 30 centimeters,
making it one of the lightest woods in its natural state. Surprising when one knows its most suitable properties for outdoor and indoor uses.
White cedar is recognized for its high resistance to moisture, belonging to class 5, the highest in this category.
Its uniform grain and fine texture, slow-growing rings differ from its cousin red cedar.
It has characteristics of its own: aromatic, property of natural preservative, repellent action on insects.
In terms of durability, it gets in its category the number 1, very durable. However, a wood surface treatment can increase this longevity.
Without treatment the natural silver gray color characterizes it.
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