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Do all exterior wood surfaces, even cedar and redwood, require regular maintenance and treatment?

April 26, 2017Cedar exterior maintenance redwood regular require surfaces treatment wood

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Do all exterior wood surfaces, even cedar and redwood, require regular maintenance and treatment?

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Yes. While some species of wood are more resistant to decay than others, the natural resins in all species begin to deteriorate after time. This leaves the wood susceptible to cupping, cracking, warping and splitting. Unprotected wood is also susceptible to moisture, algae, mold and moss.