- Species: Derived from Sequoia Sempervirens (Coast Redwood).
- Origin: Coastal regions of northern California and southern Oregon (USA).
- Durability: High natural durability, heartwood is highly resistant to decay and insect damage due to natural tannins; sapwood is less durable.
- Highlights: Straight-grained, lightweight, and dimensionally stable, it has a reddish-brown color that weathers to a silvery gray if left unfinished, is easy to work with as it cuts, planes, and finishes well, contains natural oils and tannins that provide resistance to fungi and insects, and offers an excellent strength-to-weight ratio.
- Form: Boards, Beams, Shingles.
- Grade: Heartwood Clear, Construction Common.
- Moisture: Generally, kiln-dried to (6 – 8%) moisture content, ensuring good stability and durability for both interior and exterior uses, or air-dried.
- Dimensions Available: Boards & Lumber: Thickness: 2.5 cm, 5 cm, 7.5 cm, 10 cm and thicker / Width: 5 cm – 30 cm / Length: Typically, 1.8 m – 6 m (custom longer lengths available). Dimensional Lumber (Construction Use): 5×10 cm, 5×15 cm, 5×20 cm, 5×25 cm, 10×10 cm, 10×15 cm, 15×15 cm, 15×20 cm. Beams & Timbers: (Larger sections such as 15×25 cm, 20×20 cm, 20×25 cm, 20×30 cm. Panels / Plywood: Standard Panel sheets: 1.22 × 2.44 m, Thickness: 0.6 cm – 2.5 cm.
- Janka Hardness: ~450 lbf.
- Grain: Straight, coarse.
- Color: Reddish-brown.
- Water Resistance: Excellent, naturally resistant to moisture and decay; heartwood performs well even in damp conditions.
- Certification: FSC available.
- Outdoor Suitability: Excellent, one of the best softwoods for outdoor applications; durable without treatment.
- Indoor Suitability: Very good, used decoratively indoors for paneling, furniture, and trim due to its color and stability.
- Estimated Prices: Per Cubic Meter (m3) = ~US $500 – $2,200+ / Price per Piece = ~US $10 – $45+.
- Use Cases: Decking, fencing, siding, and outdoor structures. Garden furniture, pergolas, gazebos. Interior paneling, cabinetry, and trim. Veneers and decorative applications. Boatbuilding (historically).





