{"id":2543,"date":"2022-06-16T15:57:04","date_gmt":"2022-06-16T15:57:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/butler.contractors\/?p=2543"},"modified":"2023-09-06T14:36:03","modified_gmt":"2023-09-06T14:36:03","slug":"treated-wood-or-cedar-fence-pickets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/butler.contractors\/blog\/fences\/treated-wood-or-cedar-fence-pickets\/","title":{"rendered":"Treated Wood or Cedar Fence Pickets?"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the most commonly asked questions that we get is, \u201cShould I use treated or cedar wood for my fence pickets?\u201d Both choices have their merits and we\u2019ll explain everything you need to know to make an educated decision that\u2019s best for you.<\/p>\n

Picket thickness<\/h2>\n

Whether it\u2019s treated or cedar, the thickness of the picket will affect the overall durability of your pickets and the likelihood of needing to replace them. Cedar pickets usually come in a standard \u00be\u201d thickness, but some big box stores only sell the cedar pickets in \u215d\u201d.\u00a0 For cedar the \u00be\u201d thickness is a nice size for longevity, but when it comes to treated wood, most big box suppliers don\u2019t carry treated pickets in \u00be\u201d size. They most often have treated pickets in \u215d\u201d. The smaller \u215d\u201d option is more prone to bending and warping with daily and seasonal weather changes. If you can manage to find a treated \u00be\u201d size, it might cost you a little more than the \u215d\u201d pickets, but they will be the better investment in the long run as they\u2019ll be less likely to bow and warp.<\/p>\n

Treated Wood<\/h2>\n

Treated wood is wood that is treated with preservative chemicals for the purpose of prolonging its usefulness for the intended application. Most of the treated wooden pickets that we use are locally sourced from East Texas, which means they\u2019re already acclimated to the Texas heat and humidity. Because of this, they tend to warp less and hold up well over time. Many big box suppliers source their lumber from other regions where the Texas climate greatly affects the wood once it dries out.\u00a0 Treated pickets come from the supplier wet, and when we install them, there\u2019s still a little moisture that will dry over time. The hot sun helps to dry the pickets, but the severity of the change in temperature and dryness as well as standing the boards vertically on the fence to face gravity, can cause some buckling and shifting of the pickets. For a large fence project, usually, only a few boards will be noticeably warped and need to be replaced. If this happens, it is covered by our 2-Year Warranty.<\/p>\n

Cedar Pickets<\/h2>\n

Cedar is a great hardwood that has exceptional longevity in the wood itself and most enjoy its natural vibrant appearance. However, that nice reddish color turns to a silvery gray color over time. It\u2019s very important to stain cedar fences to protect them and preserve their color. When we remove cedar fences, a very common issue that we see is rot due to the wood\u2019s propensity to suck up moisture. If a cedar fence is not stained and properly sealed regularly, carpenter ants and other insects move in and start eating away at the wood. If you\u2019re going to put in a cedar picket fence, we highly recommend that you get it stained within the first few months of installation. Staining with a deep penetrating oil-based stain is crucial for extending the life expectancy of cedar. It\u2019s going to seal the wood and protect your investment for the long term. These issues are something you\u2019re much less likely to see with treated wood. In comparison, you can leave treated pickets for a lot longer without having to stain them. However, we recommend staining treated pickets within the first year of installation.\u00a0 Though cedar is a very long-lasting and durable wood, it\u2019s going to require staining more often and be a little more expensive, but it has a very nice appearance and will be less likely to warp and bend in the sun.<\/p>\n

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