All Linwood cedar siding and interior components are made with Western Red Cedar.  Cedar is one of the most enduring woods on earth.  It has natural preservatives that prevent damage from insects and decay.  It’s cellular structure gives it an insulation value higher than most other woods, and significantly higher than concrete or brick.  Cedar, like other woods, breathes and therefore provides good natural ventilation in the house, allowing good circulation of outside air and inside air.  Homes built with cedar tend to remain cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.  As well as making your home a superior place to live, cedar also interacts positively with the outside environment by giving off oxygen, absorbing and filtering carbon dioxide, increasing air humidity and purifying the air. 
     Building with cedar is also very rewarding.  Its grain is dimensionally stable and straight, naturally resisting splitting, cupping and warping.  Cedar is also free of pitch and resin so paints and stains readily adhere to it for easy finishing. Linwood has its own timber licenses to secure its supply of high quality Western Red Cedar.  This timber comes from professionally managed forests, where controlled harvest, reforestation programs and natural regeneration ensure the everlasting legacy of this remarkable wood.