- Sudbury Cedar Fence Co., Inc. , Massachusetts
- Email us! Info@sudburycedar.com
- 978-443-7870 or 978-562-4566
WHY CEDAR
Why Cedar Is A Top Choice For Wood Fencing
Learn about the natural beauty, durability, customization, and long-term performance that make cedar fencing a trusted choice for homes throughout New England.
Why Cedar Remains A New England Favorite
Cedar has a rich history in New England that dates back to indigenous times. Valued for its natural properties, cedar was used as a building material for traditional huts and canoes. Later, English settlers adopted techniques from their indigenous counterparts, using cedar to shingle their roofs and construct fences to contain their livestock and demarcate their properties.
For homeowners in Massachusetts, cedar fencing offers a timeless appearance that complements both traditional and modern properties while standing up well to seasonal weather conditions. Its warmth, versatility, and long-term performance make it a natural choice for privacy fences, decorative fencing, picket styles, and custom outdoor spaces.
At Sudbury Cedar Fence Co., we proudly use high-quality northern white cedar selected for its appearance, durability, and performance in the New England climate.
Timeless Beauty That Ages Naturally
Cedar is prized for its warm natural tones, straight grain, and refined texture. Over time, untreated cedar gradually weathers into an attractive silver-gray patina that complements the timeless character of many New England homes and landscapes.
For homeowners who prefer to maintain cedar’s original color, the wood can also be stained or sealed to preserve its rich natural warmth.
Built For New England Weather
Massachusetts weather can be tough on outdoor materials, but cedar wood excels in this environment. It withstands freezing winters, humid summers, and rain while resisting warping, shrinking, and cracking.
The natural oils in cedar serve as fungicides, preventing rot, while its low density helps resist water absorption. These properties eliminate the need for harsh chemicals, making cedar a great choice for fencing around gardens, play areas, and spaces for pets and children, especially in regions like Massachusetts where moisture and humidity can reduce the lifespan of inferior woods.
Rot & Insect Resistant
Cedar naturally contains protective oils that help resist rot, moisture, and many wood-damaging insects without requiring heavy chemical treatments. All this protection is built into the core of this amazing wood . These natural properties contribute to cedar’s long-term durability and make it a reliable fencing material for New England landscapes and outdoor environments.
Customization and Craftsmanship
Cedar fencing offers exceptional flexibility for custom designs, decorative details, and handcrafted outdoor features. From lattice accents and curved fence profiles to custom gates, arbor entries, and traditional New England picket styles, cedar can be tailored to complement a wide range of homes, landscapes, and outdoor living spaces.
Its natural warmth, texture, and versatility make cedar an ideal material for both classic and highly customized fence designs.
Why Installation Matters
Cedar Fence Styles
Explore handcrafted cedar fence styles designed for privacy, curb appeal, decorative outdoor spaces, property boundaries, and custom landscape features throughout New England.
Cedar Privacy Fences
Backyard enclosure and custom cedar privacy fence designs built for long-term durability and outdoor living.
Cedar Picket Fences
Classic New England cedar picket fencing designed for front yards, gardens, and property boundaries.
Decorative Cedar Fences
Architectural cedar fence styles featuring lattice accents, curves, spindle tops, and handcrafted details.
Cedar Post & Rail Fences
Open cedar fencing styles ideal for large properties, roadside boundaries, and natural landscapes.
Gates & Arbors
Handcrafted cedar gates and decorative entry features designed to complement your fence and landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions
A properly installed cedar fence typically lasts 20-25 years or more, depending on soil conditions, drainage, and maintenance.
Optional but recommended if you want to preservce the original color.
Cedar offers superior natural resistance to insects and rot, along with better appearance and less chemical treatment
Yes, left untreated, cedar will naturally gray.
Yes! Cedar does not require any chemical treatment and is safe around gardens, pets, and children.
Northern white cedar (Thuja occidentalis) is especially well-suited for fencing in the Northeast. Compared to western red cedar, it is more commonly available in this region and offers excellent durability at a practical value.
Its proven performance in New England climates makes it our preferred choice for long-lasting wood fences.
Yes, that is one of the advantages of cedar.
Cedar fencing requires very little maintenance due to its inherent qualities. The posts will eventually need replacement. This is typically in the 10-12 year range depending on soil conditions.
For more detailed info on the science behind cedars’s natural preservatives, you can read more here.
Planning a Cedar Fence Project?
We’re happy to help you explore cedar fence styles, layout ideas, and custom solutions designed for your property and outdoor living space.