Western Red Cedar Vertical Grain

Understanding Vertical Grain and Flat Grain

When you work with handcrafted log homes, grain direction is more than a detail. It influences stability, movement, appearance, and long-term performance. Today we are taking a closer look at two common grain types found in Western Red Cedar and Douglas Fir. Vertical grain and flat grain. Each behaves differently and each plays a specific role in the way wood performs over time.

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