"Cedar is a good choice for siding because it is what the residents of the Pacific Northwest call the Tree of Life. It's very durable and has been used for the building of houses, ocean-going canoes and even totem poles. Cedar is very versatile as it takes to many different shades of finishes, unlike artificial sidings. Cedar also has a rich grain and texture with natural color gradations that
. can complement any architectural design.http://www.cedar-siding.org/why_real_cedar/overview.htm"