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Species Overview
Canadian Redwood is a dense slow growing softwood species also known as Lodgepole Pine. It grows in the western Canadian provinces of British Columbia and Alberta where the winters are long and cold. This harsh climate results in short growing seasons that give Canadian Redwood its very tight growth rings, density and strength.
This bright and beautifully workable species ranks with the best of the pines. With its clean good looks, outstanding working qualities and ready availability, treated Canadian Redwood is firmly established as a first class wood for the construction of decks and other outdoor applications.
Why Use Canadian Redwood as a Decking Material?
In North America treated Canadian Redwood is used extensively for decks, cladding and many other outdoor applications. With its fine straight grain and excellent working properties it ranks highly among the world's softwood species.
Appearance
Canadian Redwood has fine straight grain and its naturally light colour is both distinctive and attractive. The wood's intergrown knots, a characteristic of the species, are generally small and sound. The preservative treatment gives it a slightly green tint however this will fade as the wood weathers and becomes silver grey. Alternatively it can be finished with a natural toned semi-transparent wood finish such as Cutek CD50. This will provide protection and alter the appearance without hiding the grain and natural features of the wood.
Dense & Strong
Canadian Redwood is dense with tight growth rings and is extremely strong making it ideal for structural applications.
Dimensionally Stable
Canadian Redwood seasons easily with little shrinkage and checking, and possesses excellent dimensional stability.
Excellent Workability
Canadian Redwood machines cleanly and evenly without splitting or splintering. It works well with hand or power tools and takes screws readily and holds them securely.
Accepts finishes well
It readily accepts and holds all types of wood finishes including paints, stains, oils etc.
Sustainable
With a timber resource of 1.2 billion cubic metres of mature Canadian Redwood, the interior forest industry is well positioned to supply and satisfy long-term demand for this practical and versatile wood.
Preservative Treatment
Canadian Redwood is treated with an advanced formulation of Alkaline Copper Quaternary (ACQ) providing you with all the benefits preservation technology offers in stopping premature aging, wet and dry rot, mould and insect attack. ACQ is a proven technology that represents the next generation in wood preservation. It can withstand harsh weather conditions and is effective for up to 50 years.
Why Buy Your Canadian Redwood Decking from Silva Timber Products Ltd?
Thicker than most
At 38mm our Canadian Redwood is thicker than most decking available in the UK. Not only will this give you a deck that feels sturdy and solid underfoot but it will save you time and money too. 38mm decking will span joists spaced at 600mm centres rather than the standard 400mm. This means you will need fewer joists and deck screws and the deck will take less time to build.
Attractive profile for an authentic looking deck
Our Canadian Redwood decking has a smooth face and radius edges which gives the finished deck the attractive and satisfying look and feel of an authentic North American deck.
Kiln dried both before and after treatment
Canadian Redwood is kiln dried and heat treated before treatment then returned to the kiln again after treatment for fixation to lock in the preservative.
Multiple Uses
Although this product is produced for decking with finished sizes of 38 x 90mm and 38 x 140mm it has a number of other uses including:
- Deck joists & beams (these are standard US joist sizes - nominal 2x4" & 2x6")
- Pergola beams & rafters
- Deck hand railing
- Wall studs for building
- Fence rails
Interesting Facts about Canadian Redwood
Canadian Redwood is a softwood species also known as Lodgepole Pine. It was named after its historic use in the winter lodges of North American Indian.
Canadian Redwood is similar in appearance to Scandinavian Redwood (Pinus sylvestris), for which it may be readily substituted for similar applications.
Native Americans used the pitch of Canadian Redwood as a base for medicines, and poultices and it was chewed to relieve sore throats. They also used the needles to make tea.