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What is the difference between Red Pine and Western Red Cedar?

April 26, 2017Cedar Pine red Western

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What is the difference between Red Pine and Western Red Cedar?

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A. Aside from being two different species of softwood, and one being treated and the other not treated, the biggest difference you will notice right away is the cost. Dimensionally milled appearance grade Western Red Cedar is more than double the retail price of A.C.Q. treated Red Pine, which impacts the overall cost of a new play system significantly. A.C.Q. treated Red Pine is processed and treated to reject insect infestation and rot, especially where it is in contact with the ground, and has a life expectancy of more than 50 years.