This article first appeared in the
PB June 2015
issue of Pro Builder.
Cedar-Lam—a line of handcrafted shingle panels from Cedar Valley—combines all clear, vertical grain western red cedar veneer with a wood backer, which is then molded into a tongue-and-groove pattern. The laminate shingles are available in custom patterns and sizes as well as in a factory finish. Cedar-Lam creates minimal waste during installation and uses 75 percent less cedar than solid-sawn. It passes California Fire W.U.I. testing.
For years, builders have used traditional lumber to build homes, but ever since engineered wood products came into the picture, builders have been left wondering, Which one do I use for my projects?
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