If you are choosing between cedar and redwood siding, we can safely assume that you love wood. Your choice will be influenced by Cost, Appearance, Maintenance, and Performance (CAMP). You have to understand the difference between heartwood and sapwood, second growth and old growth. Your personal taste and your tolerance for CAMP will affect your choice- we break down each factor that influences your decision, in layman's terms, to equip you with the tools to make the right decision for YOU.
Cedar vs. Redwood at a Glance
| CEDAR | REDWOOD | |
| TYPICAL COST | LESS EXPENSIVE | MORE (10-25% |
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APPEARANCE
MAINTENANCE
PERFORMANCE
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