Western Red Cedar Sawn Timber 50mm

Western Red Cedar sawn timber in 50mm thickness is a lightweight, naturally stable softwood valued for interior joinery, furniture making, and workshop projects. Available in widths from 50mm to 125mm at 3000mm lengths, it offers reliable workability and a distinctive reddish-brown colour straight from stock at Nottage Timber Merchants.

Specifications

What it's used for

• Interior furniture frames and workshop joinery where a lightweight, easy-to-work timber is needed
• Shelving, battening, and internal studwork in dry, covered environments
• Decorative interior cladding and lining boards where the natural scent and colour are a benefit
• Craft and hobby woodworking projects requiring a stable, fine-grained softwood

Fitting and handling

Allow Western Red Cedar to acclimatise in the space where it will be installed for at least 48 hours before fixing, particularly in heated interiors, to reduce any movement after fitting. Cedar works cleanly with standard hand and machine tools; pre-drill near ends to avoid splitting and use stainless steel or coated fixings, as the natural tannins in cedar can react with plain steel and cause staining. Store flat and off the ground, fully supported along its length, and keep under cover until installation.

FAQ

Is Western Red Cedar suitable for outdoor use in the UK?

This sawn cedar is supplied untreated and is best suited to interior or covered applications. While Western Red Cedar does have some natural durability, untreated sawn sections at this thickness are not rated for ground contact or prolonged exposure to the elements without appropriate treatment or a protective finish.

What is the difference between sawn and planed Western Red Cedar?

Sawn timber retains its rough-cut surface from the saw, so finished dimensions are close to nominal. Planed timber is machined smooth, which reduces the size slightly and gives a cleaner surface ready for painting or varnishing. For most joinery and furniture work where a smooth face is needed, planed timber is the more common choice; sawn is often used where the piece will be further machined or where a rough texture is acceptable.

Can I buy Western Red Cedar in larger volumes or longer lengths from Nottage Timber Merchants?

Yes. Nottage Timber Merchants supplies trade and retail customers across South Wales and can quote on larger volumes. Contact the yard directly for trade pricing, alternative lengths, or cut-to-size requests.

For other interior timber sections, browse the planed softwood timber range at Nottage Timber Merchants. We offer next-day delivery to Bridgend and across South Wales on stocked lines, with collection available from our Bridgend yard.