We tell you what you didn't know about wood shake roofs

 Wood shake roofing shingles are typically composed of cedar and they are created from cedar trees that are between 200 and 300 years old. To make the shingles, logs are split into sections known as shakes. This is what gives the shingles that characteristic rough look. 

The shingles are known for lasting longer than asphalt shingles when installed and maintained properly and they have a classy look to them, but they are more expensive and not environmentally sustainable.