: > inch thickness strips. You cut 25% off of the weight, and the difference
: > in strength going from 1/4 down to 3/16 is hard to evaluate with western
: > red cedar, so using a stronger wood seems ideal.

doesn't have the same scent as the red cedar.

they tried to use Al. Yellow Cedar in California as a structural material in cheaper tract homes several years ago, but, found that when it got wet, and in houses, when the weather got very humid, it took on a very distinct oder. Also, when ripping it. The practice was discontinued after several complaints, and home sales dropped off.

Oh, out here it is refered to as " Piss-Fir ". :(

Rehd.............Sorry ladies !