Grade	Description	Grading Rule Paragraph
Architect Clear®
	Intended for applications where the finest appearance is desired. Posts are manufactured to a strict standard which restricts all natural characteristics that may detract from the fine appearance.	WRCLA Product Standard
Architect Knotty®
	Specified when knotty posts of the best quality are desired. The standard requires sound and tight knots, prohibits wane and holes, and limits heart centers. Other characteristics are limited so as not to detract from the appearance.	WRCLA Product Standard
Custom Knotty®
	Combines good looks and budgetary value for the cost- conscious builder. The standard does not permit holes and limits heart centers. Wane and unsound knots are highly restricted.	WRCLA Product Standard
Standard and Better
	Commonly used for general fence construction where structural characteristics are more important than appearance. This grade permits a range characteristics that meet the service requirements for fencing.	4" 6" NLGA 122 b,c 131 a,b,c WCLIB 122 b,c 131 a,b,c WWPA 40.11.12

NLGA ­ National Lumber Grades Authority
WCLIB ­ West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau
WWPA ­ Western Wood Products Association

Grade	Description	Grading Rule Paragraph
D and Better Clear
	This grade consists of D Clear, C Clear, and B Clear. The C and Better Clear grade offers good appearance in high quality, well manufactured lumber suitable for fences of the finest appearance. D Clear grade permits larger and more numerous natural characteristics which are widely accepted in the construction of fences. Some pieces of D Clear may require trimming to yield clear lengths for the intended use. Available surfaced or rough textured.	2" and thinner, 3" and wider NLGA 202 b,c,d WCLIB 149, b,c,d
Appearance Knotty[TM]
	A non-structural product manufactured to meet the appearance requirements of quality fencing projects. This material has highly restricted wane allowances to give well-defined corners. Contains no holes or other characteristics. Represents good value for appearance end uses. Available rough sawn or rougher headed. Also available with structural grading.	WRCLA Product Standard
Standard and Better
	Intended for general fencing purposes where serviceability is more important than appearance. Available rough sawn, rougher headed or S4S. Note: If surfaced four sides (S4S) fence rails are desired, you may also consider specifying WRCLA Decking Product Standards Architect Clear, Custom Clear, Architect Knotty or Custom Knotty.	NLGA 122 b,c WCLIB 122 b,c WWPA 40.11

You have a wide selection of Western Red Cedar fence boards to choose from. There are Clear and Knotty grades with smooth or rough textured surfaces and a range of plain or patterned top boards. These products meet the quality specifications of published grading rules or the product standards of the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association. The association's standards have been developed to meet consumer's expectations for products of structural integrity and appearance appropriate to the product's end use. For your guidance, typical grade descriptions and illustrations of fence boards are shown on page 15.

If preferred, you can purchase pre-cut patterned fence boards with round, pointed, dog-eared, spearhead or gothic tops; latticework panels; and pre-assembled solid and lattice-work fencing sections from most building supply dealers.

The appearance and finish of the different grades and surface textures are summarized following:

Grade	Description	Grading Rule Paragraph
Architect Clear®
	The finest appearance fence boards for the quality conscious builder. Made to the highest standards, these boards are virtually free of characteristics which may detract from their appearance. Available rough sawn or S1S2E.	WRCLA Product Standard
Architect Knotty®
	This product, containing only sound and tight knots on both faces, ensures a good appearance from either side. High manufacturing standards assure uniform sizing. No through characteristics from any source are allowed in the grade. Available rough sawn or S1S2E.	WRCLA Product Standard
Custom Knotty®
	This no-hole product is intended for the value-conscious builder. Characteristics are limited to provide good appearance and long term service in fencing applications. Available rough or S1S2E.	WRCLA Product Standard