Western red cedar door

Question

Is a western red cedar door a good choice? Why/why not? Thank you!

Blerim · Answer

Advantages - 
One of the strongest softwood on the market
Doesn't twist as much as other softwood does.

Disadvantages - 
The price

Christopher · Answer

Red Cedar is incredibly durable, reported to last eighty years with no treatment but it is also very expensive and very soft so, as a door, will soon show marks due to bangs and scrapes.
For an internal door, the best material is tulip wood, (although also quite soft), red deal or sapele
For external doors, Sapele, Meranti, or Oak

Nathan · Answer

Hi there. In terms of aesthetics and durability it’s a great choice.
But cedar has a tendency to twist or warp if it has not been seasoned correctly.
Sealing the door as promptly as possible can avoid too much movement and preserve its shape.

Steve · Answer

Hi Cheryl in short yes it is strong durable and ideal for our winter climate

Sary · Answer

Cedar is not a good choice for a door because it is a soft wood

Ravaun · Answer

These type of doors are pricy. However, their great quality and long lasting.

Russel · Answer

Internal or External Western Red Cedar is a good choice.
check to see if its solid or just a veneer. 
If its solid, quality is always worth paying for.
I would finish it a premium coatings.

Mike · Answer

Hi, it’s a-great soft wood to work with and with stand the elements

Western red cedar door

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