Western Hemlock Siding

Tidewater lumber also sells hemlock timbers and beams for log cabins and post and beam buildings.

Western hemlock siding.

When compared to eastern hemlock tsuga canadensis western hemlock generally has narrower growth rings though both species can have tightly spaced growth rings. Founded in 1915 patrick lumber has a reputation for providing superior service and high quality products for the last 100 years. Thriving in the deep damp forests of the pacific northwest western hemlock rivals douglas fir as preferred construction lumber. For wholesale pricing contact us directly by phone fax or email.

Western hemlock characteristics are similar to white fir. Western hemlock is the single most plentiful tree specie in the upper western united states and coastal regions of british columbia canada. Growing to greater size than its eastern relative which only becomes 80 tall and 36 in diameter in 250 years western hemlock represents one of the lumber industry s few remaining sources of large clear timber. The species is also the state tree of washington.

Our hemlock bevel siding is old growth western hemlock and is all c btr vertical grain. It is an established softwood specie that provides a beautiful pale color with a uniform attractive grain pattern. Western hemlock the softwood that s not just for framing anymore. Ideal for many exterior and interior applications.

Western hemlock is a dignified tree. Hemlock is a great alternative to pine or cedar as it does not contain extractives and is therefore not prone to bleeding. Yet in its beauty this tree ranks ahead of all other conifers. It accepts paints stains and clear finishes with excellent results.

Prices shown are retail prices. Western hemlock is the largest of the hemlocks and is one of the most valuable sources of exportable lumber for canada. Hemlock can be stained to achieve any color for siding and the knots don t bleed sap like white pine does. Patrick lumber hemlock bevel pattern siding coastal forest products is proud to introduce a complete program of kiln dried western hemlock products from patrick lumber company.

In the early 1900 s western hemlock was one of the primary bevel sidings installed nationwide. Western hemlock is also resin free. Trees 100 years old can be 150 tall with a 24 diameter. Grows from southern alaska down to just south of san francisco and from the west coast all the way into montana.

Hemlock is still used today for siding horse barns interior wall paneling and many other products.