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Stay informed with the latest blogs, expert insights, and industry news about cedar roofing and siding. Learn about cedar shake and shingle products, installation tips, maintenance advice, and sustainable building solutions from Direct Cedar Supplies.

Choose Western Red Cedar Shingles
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Western Red Cedar Shingles

When it comes to roofing and siding, few materials match the natural beauty, durability, and versatility of Western Red Cedar shingles. Direct Cedar Supplies, the only dedicated cedar broker in North America, makes it easier than ever to source premium Western Red Cedar shingles directly from trusted mills.

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Sidewall Cedar Shingles
Cedar Roof

CEDAR SHAKE SIDINGS

When choosing exterior siding materials, options like aluminum, vinyl, and plastic are widely available. However, none can match the natural warmth, character, and insulation provided by cedar shake siding.

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Cedar Shake vs. Cedar Shingle Roofing – A Complete Guide
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CEDAR SHAKE SHINGLES

For those looking to enhance both curb appeal and property value, cedar roofing remains one of the best investments available—especially when sourced directly from trusted suppliers like Direct Cedar Supplies, serving the USA and global markets.

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Eastern White Cedar Shingles
Cedar Roof

White Cedar Siding Shingles

Direct Cedar understands that quality house siding is an important investment to add value and functionality, insulating your homes and buildings. We welcome your inquiries to allow us to give you the best advice for replacement, maintenance, and suggestions for coatings and further treatments for your cedar shake siding.

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Machine Grooved WRC With Clear Stain
Cedar Roof

Benefits of Cedar Roofs

Aside from being environmentally friendly, Cedar roofing has an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio with little movement due to changes in moisture content or temperature.

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Western Red Cedar, Sanded #1 Grade R&R W/ Superdeck Duckback Clear Stain
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Why Architects Consider using Cedar ?

It is Rewarding to hear architects commenting on why they want to use cedar roofing. In many cases, an architect will be explicit in the type of building materials used to best exemplify their plan for the structure.

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Custom Cedar Shakes and Cedar Shingles
Custom Shakes Shingles

Custom Shakes & Shingles

The cedar shake and shingle market today is such that most manufacturers produce their siding and roofing material in a handful of “standard” sizes. 

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Cedar Shakes Bundles
Cedar Shingle

Get the Direct Advantage

No matter the species, size, grade, or treatment, if it can be made in cedar shakes or shingles, we can supply it at the best price available. Premium cedar shakes and shingles shipped across the USA and worldwide. Western Red, Alaskan Yellow, and Eastern White Cedar available direct from the mill at competitive prices.

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Cedar Shake and Shingle instruction
Cedar Roof

Shake & Shingle Roof Application Instructions

Proper installation is essential to maximize the performance, durability, and lifespan of cedar shake and shingle roofing systems. This guide provides clear, industry-aligned shake and shingle roof application instructions to help ensure your project meets the highest standards.

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