I’m about to have 1×10 cedar boards and 1×3 cedar battens installed as siding on our new house on Whidbey Island, Washington. Do I have to stain the cedar or can I leave it natural? If I do choose to stain, what are the recommendations?
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It is more common in the dry western climates to leave it unstained. Do what looks best to you.
Whidbey Island ain't known for being particularly dry. I would use Red Cedar Penofin and your cedar will look beautiful. Marine grade is best.