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2 x 2 "A" & Better Kiln Dried Red Cedar Balusters

2 x 2 "A" & Better Kiln Dried Red Cedar Balusters

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RC2BY2

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2 x 2 "A" & Better Kiln Dried Red Cedar Balusters

SKU

RC2BY2

In stock

As low as $5.55

/Each

Overview

While garden trends come and go, Real Cedar decking never goes out of style. Whether you're a contractor working to a tight deadline or a DIYer with no set completion date, there isn't a better material on the planet to work with.

Additional Information

One of the lightest commercial softwoods, the density of Western Red Cedar at oven-dry conditions is approximately 21 pounds per cubic foot with a relative density (specific gravity) of 0.32. Cedar’s low density enhances its insulation value and makes it an easy wood to transport and handle.

Like all woods, Western Red Cedar is hygroscopic and will absorb or discharge moisture to attain equilibrium with the surrounding atmosphere. However, it has a very low shrinkage factor and is superior to all other coniferous woods in its resistance to warping, twisting and checking.

With its low density and high proportion of air spaces, Western Red Cedar is the best thermal insulator among the commonly available softwood species and is far superior to brick, concrete and steel. It has a coefficient of thermal conductivity (k value) at 12% mc of 0.74 BTU inch/ft2h degrees F. The R value (the reciprocal of k) for Western Red Cedar is 1.35″ (34mm) of thickness.

Because of the high internal friction created by the cellular pore network, wood has more sound damping capacity than most structural materials. Floor, ceiling and wall assemblies of wood can provide effective economical sound insulation and absorption when properly utilized. Western Red Cedar is particularly effective in this regard and can be used to help reduce noise or to confine it to certain areas.

Evidence of cedar’s durability are the many cedar artifacts still in good condition today. Properly finished and maintained, cedar will deliver decades of trouble-free service. If exposed for prolonged periods to conditions where decay could be a factor, such as where the wood is in contact with the ground, cedar should be treated with suitable wood preservatives.