Unseasoned or seasoned knotty grades of western
red cedar trim boards
Select Knotty*
Knots are sound and tight. Other characteristics
are limited so they do not detract from the end
use intended.
*Typically available commercially as Select allowing
10%-15% Quality Knotty in rough or surfaced products.
NLGA 204a
WCLIB 111-e
WWPA N/A
Quality Knotty*
Natural growth characteristics not limited as
stringently as in Select Knotty. Cross cutting may
be required on some pieces to yield tight knotted
trim boards.
NLGA 204b
WCLIB 111-f
WWPA N/A
Proprietary**
Graded to the manufacturer's specifications to
meet the intended end use. Boards often represent
good value in the no-hole product range.
**Consult manufacturer's for grade descriptions
and nomenclature
NLGA N/A
WCLIB N/A
WWPA N/A
Standard and Better***
Suitable for exterior construction. Occassional
pieces may require trimming to yield suitable quality
for the intended end use.
***Typically supplied as S1S2E products. S4S
products may require special ordering. 1NLGA Ð National Lumber Grades Authority
WCLIB ÐWest Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau
WWPA Ð Western Wood Products Association
NLGA 114a, b,c
WCLIB 118-a, b, c
WWPA 30.50 (118a, b, c)
