Renewable & Sustainable
Redwood is renewable and recyclable, and cleaner to produce than composites or plastics. Using redwood reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Plastics and composites rely on chemical resins and fossil fuels that release carbon and increase emissions. Trees, however, take carbon out of the air and store it in wood fiber. Lumber keeps that carbon safely out of the atmosphere and helps reduce emissions.
Environmentally Sound
Redwood is harvested from responsibly managed forests, protecting old growth and endangered forest species. Redwood has one of the most rapid regrowth rates among all types of trees. This sustainable, renewable source of raw material has been so successfully managed that biologists, environmentalists and growers all agree that redwood forests are not only a viable source for lumber but also play a vital role in enhancing and diversifying our environment.
California redwood is one of the most durable and economical woods available; known for it's stability, superior machining and gluing qualities, it has excellent strength and is light weight. With minimal shrinkage and swelling, it is much less likely to warp, split, check or cup. Redwood is perfect for almost any outdoor and indoor application.
Redwood is approved and recommended by the California State Fire Marshall. Naturally decay and pest resistant, it exceeds most standards without additional chemical treatments common to pine and composite materials. Prized for its exceptionally long life, redwood surpasses most other woods for care and maintenance in even the most demanding environments.
Redwood finger joints from Creatus Wood Products® are expertly manufactured in several popular sizes and grades and readily available. Architects, builders and carpenters universally prize our redwood fingerjoint for its versatility, strength, durability and... most of all... its natural beauty in home siding and moldings.