Cedar Shake Roof

Cedar shake roofing delivers a rustic, hand-crafted aesthetic that no other material can truly replicate. The natural wood grain, split textures, and warm tones create a distinctive organic look that weathers to a beautiful silver-grey patina over time.

What Does a Cedar Shake Roof Look Like?

Cedar shake roof with hand-split natural wood shakes creating a rustic, textured surface. Each shake has a rough, uneven face with natural wood grain and split texture. Shakes are staggered with varying widths and thicknesses, creating dramatic shadow lines and an organic, layered appearance.

Benefits of Cedar Shake Roofing

• Unmatched natural beauty and character
• Excellent thermal insulation (R-value)
• Each roof is unique — natural variation in every shake
• Wind-resistant due to thick, heavy profiles
• Sustainable — cedar is a renewable resource

Best For

Craftsman, Cape Cod, and mountain-style homes where natural materials are prized. Popular in the Pacific Northwest and mountain communities.