Western red cedar is revered for its lustrous tones and subtle cedar fragrance The Rough Cut style ensures a rustic look that remains true to nature Rough Cut refers to lumber that has not been surfaced making for a coarse, bulkier finished product Heartwood oils naturally occur in red cedar to help it resist insect damage and decay Resistant to warping, western red cedar lies flat and stays straight The simple application of stain/sealer will keep cedar looking new for years Left unstained/unsealed, the cedar will weather to a rich silver gray patina