TruWood siding profiles showcasing wood-grain textures
Siding field guide

Real cedar: texture no factory can perfectly repeat.

Every board carries its own grain and tone. Cedar rewards homeowners who value authentic material and accept the maintenance that keeps it beautiful.

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MaterialNatural wood
Installed range$14–$30+ / sq. ft.
Finish cycleAbout 3–7 years
Best forAuthentic character
Style library

Five ways cedar changes a facade.

Grade, species, cut, profile and finish all matter. Clear vertical-grain boards create a refined elevation; knotty grades feel relaxed and rustic.

TruWood Bevel Edge Lap siding with horizontal wood-grain boards

Bevel lap

Tapered boards overlap into fine horizontal shadow lines. Clear grades feel tailored; knotty cedar creates a more informal woodland look.

Timeless profileNatural drainageMany exposures
TruWood Old Mill vertical panel siding with a board-and-batten look

Board and batten

Wide vertical boards covered at the seams with narrow battens create bold relief and a strong handcrafted presence.

Rustic or modernDeep reliefVertical emphasis
TruWood Cedar Shake Lap siding with staggered shingle texture

Shingles and shakes

Sawn shingles feel precise; split shakes are thicker and more irregular. Both wrap curves and gables beautifully as the color weathers.

Handcrafted textureCurved-wall friendlyAges naturally
TruWood Channel Rustic Lap siding with recessed horizontal channels

Channel rustic

A recessed channel between boards produces strong lines and a cabin character. It can run horizontally or vertically depending on the wall assembly.

Bold channelsFlexible directionMountain character
TruWood Cottage Lap siding with an interlocking horizontal profile

Tongue and groove

Interlocking edges create a smooth, continuous surface for protected walls, soffits and modern accents. Narrow vertical layouts feel especially architectural.

Refined surfaceModern accentsSoffit friendly
What you get

Benefits that matter after installation

Cedar is lightweight, workable and naturally resistant to decay. It can be stained to show grain, painted for a tailored finish, or allowed to weather silver where the assembly and homeowner expectations permit.

  • Authentic grain, knots and color variation give every elevation a one-of-one appearance.
  • Easy to cut and form around custom details, curves and historic trim.
  • Natural cellular structure provides useful insulating and sound-damping qualities.
  • Renewable material option when sourced from responsibly managed forests.
  • Damaged individual boards or shingles can often be repaired without replacing an entire wall.
Before you choose

Know the tradeoffs

A useful comparison includes upkeep and design flexibility—not just the initial bid.

Regular upkeep

Stain or paint needs renewal. South- and west-facing walls often weather faster than protected elevations.

Fire strategy

Untreated cedar is combustible. Local wildfire-zone requirements may restrict assemblies or require listed treatments.

Natural movement

Boards can check, cup or vary in tone. Good acclimation, back-priming, ventilation and fastening reduce problems.

See it on your home, not just a screen.

Pacifex can bring profile and color samples, review exposure and trim details, and price the styles that fit your home. Mixing profiles—such as lap with shingle accents—can add character without using a premium style everywhere.

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