Which Is Better: Pine or Cedar Fencing?

If you’re in the market for a real-wood fence and researching your options, you’ve likely come across pine and cedar as popular choices. What is the difference between these two types of wood and how do they compare in terms of performance? Let’s take a closer look at pine and cedar fencing.

Pine Fencing

Perhaps the most common real-wood fencing material on the market, pine fencing is offered by nearly every contractor who specializes in residential fencing services. One reason why it is so popular is its lower price tag. However, because it’s harvested from immature trees, pine fencing requires treatment with chemicals in order to resist damage from long-term exposure to the elements. And even that precaution is not enough to prevent pine fencing from bowing and twisting over time.

Cedar Fencing

Cedar fencing is more expensive than pine fencing, but it delivers both beauty and long-lasting performance. Cedar, particularly western red cedar, is harvested from older trees, making it naturally strong against the whims of Mother Nature. Due to its inherent strength, western red cedar fencing does not need to be treated with chemicals and will not warp, bow, or twist like pine is apt to do.

Where to Find Both Fencing Options

At Builders Fence Company, we offer both pine and western red cedar fencing. We recommend the latter because, to the points above, it makes for a better fence. And, we’re one of the few contractors in your area that offers it. Learn more about western red cedar fencing by contacting us today.