Watkins Sawmill 24 in x 3/4 in Western Red Cedar Heavy Shake Roofing (BDL)

, come CCA-treated for enhanced resistance against decay and harsh weather.

: Generally smoother than red cedar and often used for sidewall siding. Sage Restoration offers kiln-dried options, while Home Depot carries rustic 16" shingles for cottages or sheds.

: If you want the look of shakes but a faster installation, consider Shakertown 8-foot panels Go to product viewer dialog for this item. which provide a uniform appearance with less labor. Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

: Look for #1 Grade for premium quality with few knots. Heavy shakes (approx. 3/4" thick) provide a more dramatic shadow line and increased durability compared to medium shakes (approx. 1/2" thick). Treatment : Some products, like the Watkins Sawmill tapersawn shakes Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

: Cedar shakes are often sold in bundles that cover a specific square footage (e.g., 20 sq. ft. per bundle). For example, it typically takes five bundles of heavy Western Red Cedar shakes to cover 100 square feet at a 10" exposure.

Cedar shakes are available for purchase from specialty lumber yards and home improvement retailers, typically sold in individual bundles or larger pallets for roofing and siding projects. You can find them at stores like Menards , Twin Creeks Log Home Supply , and Home Depot . Types of Cedar Shakes