Cladding - Western Red Cedar vs Larch

[gordon.hunter]

Hello.

I am currently in the process of having an extension designed.

The external finish will be white render with grey brick at the bottom, zinc and I am looking to add some wooden cladding.

I love the look of Western Red Cedar.

Have also been thinking about larch.

Any recommendations on wooden cladding... which has the best longevity / least maintenance.

 

[^woody^]

Both the same for life, and care.

Larch tends to look like cheap pine with the grain and knots, whilst Cedar always looks premium and lovely.

 

[gordon.hunter]

Both the same for life, and care.

Larch tends to look like cheap pine with the grain and knots, whilst Cedar always looks premium and lovely.

OK good to know re: life and care.

I reckon cedar it is then.