Our most popular cedar profile, the 7" split shake features a versatile, warm, authentic texture. For new construction or older homes, foundry shakes delivers natural appeal and classic good looks. Scores of real cedar molds are used to achieve the shakes' genuine hand-split appearance with random grooves and grain. Within each shake, textured depth creates captivating contrast between light and shadow. Season after season and year after year, the Foundry shakes hold their rich color, protected by a durable ASA cap. The toughness that stands up to the elements never requires any sanding, scraping, staining, or painting.