A very traditional roofing material, Cedar wood offers a beautiful natural appearance. Cedar Shakes are machine split and have a textured or irregular appearance. On the other hand, Cedar Shingles are machine cut and offer a more uniformed appearance.
The advantages of cedar are its good looks, longevity, and durability to the weather.
Also, they have greater insulating value than most other types of materials.
However, Cedar is expensive to install. Plus, it is costly to perform regular maintenance.
There are several options in grade and quality available.