Oregon may be best known for its rainy coastline, but the state features several unique climate zones, including mountain ranges and high deserts. Regardless of the region, one thing is certain — when the weather is nice, Oregonians take advantage and head outdoors.
Making the most of your backyard is easy when you choose to install cedar fencing.
Whether you’re in a cramped urban or suburban community and need a little separation from neighbors or you reside outside city limits and want to contain pets and deter wildlife, the right fence can make a huge difference in the function and appearance of your property. What benefits will you gain when you choose a cedar fence?
1. Add Privacy and Security to Outdoor Living Spaces
Transforming your backyard into an oasis of outdoor living might start with visions of lush greenery, planter boxes, and seating areas, but containment is key to creating your little slice of open-air luxury. Board-on-board cedar fencing is a great choice for privacy and security.
Eliminating gaps between boards creates an uninterrupted physical screen that blocks the view of neighboring properties. It also helps keep kids and pets from escaping and deters pesky wildlife from munching on your vegetable garden or digging up your lawn.
2. Enjoy the Lasting Beauty of Durable Cedar
The appeal of cedar is twofold — it’s both beautiful and resilient. You’re sure to love the rich, reddish brown color of red cedar, the species commonly used for fencing, not to mention its enticing aromatic properties.
Distinctive grain patterns add visual interest, and natural wood weathers to a lovely silvery-gray hue over time. If you love the warm tint of new wood, consider staining and sealing boards regularly to preserve them and increase the usable life of your fence.
From a functional standpoint, red cedar is among the hardest softwood species. It resists warping, shrinking, splitting, and cracking, and holds up well to a range of weather conditions with minimal expansion or contraction.
Oils in the wood make it resistant to rot and decay, which is why cedar decking is just as popular as fencing. Overlapping board construction increases the strength and durability of your fence and is stunning on both sides, making it an ideal choice for preserving positive relationships with neighbors.
3. Repel Pests Naturally
The same oils that preserve cedar also act as a natural insect repellent. If you’re worried about wooden fencing attracting termites, ants, mosquitoes, or other pests, choosing cedar will put your mind at ease.
4. Benefit From the Convenience of Low-Maintenance Materials
There’s no getting around the fact that homes require maintenance, but some materials are more user-friendly than others. Because of natural resistance to the elements and common pests, cedar fencing is a low-maintenance building material well-suited to the busy, modern lifestyle.
You’ll want to clean, stain, and seal it regularly to keep it looking fresh and new, but probably not as often as you think. Annual cleaning before the summer season is ideal, and you can stain/seal every 2-5 years, depending on environmental wear, to prevent moisture intrusion and UV fading.
5. Support Sustainable Building
The world is filled with natural wonders that many people want to preserve for future generations to enjoy. If sustainability is a priority when it comes to home improvement projects, cedar is an eco-friendly choice.
This renewable wood reaches full maturity in as little as 20 years, while even the fastest-growing hardwoods take double that time (and could take well over 100 years to reach maturity). With sustainable forestry and responsible harvesting practices, particularly in the Pacific Northwest, cedar is considered a renewable resource.
Cedar fencing is also biodegradable. Provided it’s not chemically treated, it can be recycled and turned into mulch for landscaping.
6. Save Money in the Long Run
When comparing wood fencing materials, you’ll find there are cheaper options than cedar. However, the natural durability and resistance of cedar mean it offers exceptional longevity, especially when well-maintained.
With minimal effort, cedar fencing can last for years with little need for repair or replacement. This is much more cost-effective than cheaper fencing you’ll have to replace more frequently due to deterioration or pest damage. Don’t forget, gorgeous cedar is also a selling point that improves the appeal and value of your property.
Start Enjoying the Benefits of Cedar Fencing Now
With options for fencing, decking, and patio covers, attractive and robust cedar is the perfect choice to upgrade your outdoor living spaces. It not only adds privacy and security for your family but also delivers the durability and longevity you expect in a beautiful form that adds charm and warmth to your backyard.
Are you ready to take outdoor relaxation to the next level by installing cedar privacy fencing? Sunno Construction can help you reimagine the possibilities of outdoor living and bring your unique vision to life. Contact us now to learn more about our products and the installation process.
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