Most fences are constructed with three basic elements:
post, rails and infill material.Posts are vertical uprights. Rails run horizontally between, and are supported by the posts. Infill material, most commonly boards, are attached to the rails. For each of these elements there is a size and grade of Western Red Cedar to build just about any style of fence on any budget. Remember, it doesn't necessarily cost more to have a stylish fence. This brochure will help you choose the right cedar product for the job and stay within your budget.
Here's a checklist of points you should consider when planning a fence:
- Choose a style that suits both the purpose of the fence and the landscape, then maintain consistency of style throughout.
- Decide whether you'll build the fence from scratch or from ready-made fencing sections.
- Select from rough or surfaced material for posts, rails and boards.
- Select solid boards with flat tops or choose from a variety of patterned-top boards such as pointed, dogeared, gothic, spearhead, roundtop and others.
- Decide whether short length pattern siding such as channel or tongue and groove V–joint will achieve the look you want.
- Consider using lattice panels alone or in combination with solid boards where a lighter,more open fence is desired.
- Decide on the type of finish. Transparent or semitransparent stains are suggested if a natural look is desired. Solid color stains are recommended if an opaque finish is desired.
Product Standard or Grade: ARCHITECT CLEAR™
Description
Intended for applications where the finest appearance is desired. Posts are manufactured to a strict standard which restricts all natural characteristics that may detract from the fine appearance.
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WRCLA Product Standard
Product Standard or Grade:ARCHITECT KNOTTY®
Description
Specified when knotty posts of the best quality are desired. The standard requires sound and tight knots, prohibits wane and holes, and limits heart centers. Other characteristics are limited so as not to detract from the appearance.
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WRCLA Product Standard
Product Standard or Grade:CUSTOM KNOTTY®
Description
Combines good looks and budgetary value for the costconscious builder. The standard does not permit holes and limits heart centers.Wan and unsound knots are highly restricted.
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WRCLA Product Standard
Product Standard or Grade: STANDARD AND BETTER
Description
Commonly used for general fence construction where structural characteristics are more important than appearance. This grade permits a range of characteristics that meet the service requirements for fencing.
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6" |
NLGA 122 b,c
WCLIB 122 b,c
WWPA 40.11.12
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131 a,b,c
131 a,b,c |
1NLGA – National Lumber Grades Authority
WCLIB – West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau
WWPA – Western Wood Products Association
Western Red Cedar Lumber Association
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