Aromatic Cedar (Eastern Red Cedar) is the traditional North American closet and chest wood -- the strong, pleasant scent naturally repels moths and fabric-damaging insects. Functional and aesthetic for closet lining, cedar chests, and drawer bottoms. Available at Windsor Plywood locations across Canada.
Features
- Aromatic Cedar -- Reddish-brown heartwood with white sapwood, strong aromatic scent
- Straight, fine even texture grain
- Janka hardness: 900 lbf
- Kiln-dried -- confirm surfacing options at your local branch
Specifications
| Species |
Aromatic Cedar |
| Origin |
North America (Eastern Red Cedar) |
| Janka Hardness |
900 lbf |
| Colour |
Reddish-brown heartwood with white sapwood, strong aromatic scent |
| Grain |
Straight, fine even texture |
| Drying |
Kiln-dried |
| Availability |
In-store -- confirm sizes and surfacing options |
Common Uses
Aromatic Cedar is used for closet lining, cedar chests, drawer bottoms, blanket chest interiors, and enclosed storage applications. Confirm available sizes and stock at your local Windsor Plywood location.
Pro Tips
- Leave unfinished in closets and chests -- finishing seals the oils and eliminates moth-repelling benefit. Lightly sand with 150-grit every few years to refresh the scent. The heartwood (reddish-brown) has the scent; sapwood (white) does not.
- Acclimate lumber in your workspace for 48-72 hours before milling to allow the wood to adjust to ambient temperature and humidity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the cedar scent fade?
The surface scent diminishes over years. Lightly sand the surface to open fresh pores and refresh the aroma. The oils persist for decades.
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