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Western Red Cedar

A True Western Red Cedar Siding Alternative

Searching for the look of real cedar without the maintenance? Artisan WoodGrain™ is the Western Red Cedar siding alternative—offering the warm, reddish-brown beauty of genuine Western Red Cedar in a durable, low-maintenance fiber cement profile. With its authentic wood grain texture and classic red tones, this finish delivers natural texture with long-lasting performance for any residential or commercial exterior.

The Authentic Look of Cedar, Without the Maintenance

Designed to mimic the natural variation and depth of real cedar siding, this finish brings warmth and richness to traditional, transitional, and contemporary exteriors alike. The semi-transparent grain highlights add texture and movement, giving your home or project a high-end, wood-inspired look that feels both authentic and modern.

As a Western Red Cedar siding alternative, Artisan WoodGrain™ is made using fiber cement—resistant to rot, pests, warping, and fading. It maintains its appearance over time and requires far less upkeep than natural wood.

Available in a two profiles—including lap siding with a fineline 1/8″ gap, and vgroove, the substrate product, Hardie® Artisan® allows for seamless transition from siding to soffit and supports design flexibility across residential, multifamily, and light commercial applications. Whether used as a full cladding system or an accent to stone, metal, or neutral finishes, Western Red Cedar from the Artisan WoodGrain™ delivers the beauty of wood with the strength of modern materials.

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