Wooden Brackets

If you are looking for exterior wood accents that make a home stand out from the street, you are in the right place. Cedar wood brackets are among the most popular wood accents for the home exterior — adding depth, shadow lines, and handcrafted character to gable ends, porch overhangs, garage headers, and soffit details.

Because cedar is naturally resistant to moisture and decay, these architectural wood accents hold up in any climate without heavy chemical treatment. They weather gracefully into a silver patina or take stain beautifully — either way, the curb appeal is immediate.

Pair brackets with gable brackets or rafter tails for a coordinated look across your roofline and porch. Deciding between materials? See our cedar vs. PVC brackets comparison.

Cedar Wood Bracket FAQs

What are cedar wood brackets used for?

Cedar brackets add decorative detail and support to gable ends, porch overhangs, garage headers, door and window surrounds, and soffit lines. Many are chosen purely for curb appeal, but solid Western Red Cedar brackets are sturdy enough to lend real support under eaves and shelves.

Are wood brackets structural or just decorative?

Most exterior wood brackets are installed as decorative accents, but solid cedar has genuine load-bearing strength. If a bracket needs to carry weight — such as a beam or heavy shelf — call us at 1-800-915-5110 so we can recommend the right size and mounting hardware for the load.

What size bracket do I need?

As a rule of thumb, a bracket should project about one-third to one-half the depth of the surface it supports — an overhang, beam, or shelf. Browse our standard sizes below, or request a custom size milled to your exact dimensions.

How do I install wood brackets?

Most brackets mount with lag screws into framing or a solid backer. We offer matching lag screws and wood plugs to hide fasteners for a clean finish. Always anchor into studs or blocking rather than sheathing alone.

Do the brackets come finished?

Brackets ship unfinished so you can stain, paint, or seal them to match your home — or let cedar weather naturally to a soft silver-gray. We recommend a UV-protective exterior finish for the longest life outdoors.

Can I order a custom bracket size or design?

Yes. Every profile can be scaled up or down, and we also build fully custom brackets from your drawings. Call 1-800-915-5110 or visit our custom work page to get started.

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