Want a Red Cedar Roof, Concerns About Longevity?
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Should I keep this western red cedar?
Comments (9)Lucretia, first of all, great name, real or screen! Secondly, I am quite the fan of arborvitaes, be they WRC or otherwise, so unless there is a more compelling reason to fell it (The pipes should not be a concern within any reasonable time-frame), and not seeing the site myself, I'd advise leaving a tree that you love in place. I would like to clear up one misconception that seems quite common-that pruning a plant somehow spurs greater root development. Pruning results in the loss of foliage. Foliage is the food factory for plants. Less foliage equals less root growth potential, for a time. One could actually kill even a well-established plants' root system if they were to continuously remove its foliage. Not that that is what you were asking about, but just to aid in understanding what plants are-energy-capturing systems. I don't know of any way to prune arbs that won't result in a less attractive appearance than that with which they are naturally equipped. Actually, the creation of a hedge with such plants is one exception, but has nothing to do with your case. True enough, WRC has the genetic potential to become very large, but the species is not especially rapid in growth rate. My guess is that you would be able to enjoy this tree for as long as it matters....to you. +oM...See MoreRed Cedar front door
Comments (8)Sapele Mahogany Popular for European-styled interiors and Simpson's standard mahogany species, sapele hardwood has a tight grain and reddish-brown color. The distinctive patterns created by the wood's varied colors and graining make for an eye-catching door. Shown with mahogany finish Western Red Cedar Western red cedar is valued for its warm, cinnamon hues. Doors made of this wood provide a stunning visual complement in homes with red cedar decks, siding or shingles. Western Red Cedar, shown in clear finish...See MoreRed Cedar Tree Trunk Planked For Fireplace Mantle
Comments (23)Sheesh, I would look into a chain saw jig for sawing logs. < smile > The prices here have went up some too but last I looked they went up from around $50/TBF to maybe ~$100/TBF. The last load I hauled to the mill was sawed into 2x8's for the lean-to on one of my sheds. Probably 8 years ago now so it might be that much higher again but still. This load cost me around $100 IIRC. The kind of guys that want to run a small mill are getting few and far between but it's hard to understand that much of a price hike....See MoreRed brick and red roof
Comments (44)kitasei2, tozmo1 - Thank you for being so positive!! THANKS for the recommendations, your visualization and suggestions. These are very needed and appreciated, especially pictures!! Thanks for the info about Romabio Masonry Coating for future reference. This house is a 2-3 year address/investment for my son. He has been working on a big project in south FL, bought a house, made improvements, then sold the house and got all the money back that he paid out (including taxes, insurance, interest, improvements, lawn care, utility bills) plus $7500 when he sold it 2 years later. Now he's headed to Nashville, would like to do the same thing, but the projects requiring a contractor, like painting, roofing, plumbing were time consuming, messy and expensive. This time he's picked a well maintained house that needed a little curb appeal - landscaping, fencing, outdoor entertaining area. That's why he asked me to help, and I'm free. I'm just not secure in my choices of color or changes to the structure without a picture. Using all your suggestions, this is one of my feeble attempts at visualization. I was sticking to the traditional vibe of the neighborhood, and making impersonal classic updates. Let me know what you think....See More
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