Wood Library

A variety of woods we pretty regularly keep in stock

Eastern Red Cedar

Other Name(s)
Aromatic Red Cedar, Aromatic Cedar
Origin
Eastern North America
Color/Description
Reddish or violet-brown. Sapwood is a pale yellow color, and can appear throughout the heartwood as streaks and stripes.
Workability
Easy to work with. Glues and finishes well. In many applications, the wood is left unfinished to preserve its aromatic properties.
Uses
Fence posts, closet and chest linings, carvings, outdoor furniture, birdhouses, pencils, bows, small wooden items.