Aromatic Cedar

  • Appearance: Aromatic Cedar has a distinctive, warm reddish-brown color with a straight, fine grain and a pleasant, aromatic scent that develops over time naturally.
  • Workability: Aromatic Cedar is easy to work with, but can be brittle and prone to splitting when nailed or screwed, requiring care and precision.
  • Use: Used for outdoor furniture, decking, fencing, and closet linings, leveraging its natural resistance to insects and rot effectively. View the U.S. assortment and USD prices on this storefront.
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Working with Aromatic Cedar

Advantages: Offers natural resistance to insects and rot, aromatic scent, and durability, making it ideal for outdoor applications and projects requiring long-lasting performance.

Disadvantages: It can be prone to checking and splitting, and its distinctive scent may not be appealing to everyone, potentially limiting its use in certain applications or spaces.


Available Thickness and Widths of Aromatic Cedar Lumber
Choose 4/4 (1") boards 4–6" wide or 8/4 (2") boards 4–6" or 6–8" wide, in 24" or 48" lengths, surfaced two sides (S2S) or four sides (S4S). Custom lengths and surfacing are available on request.

Buy Aromatic Cedar Lumber

Aromatic Cedar 4/4

$8.00

Aromatic Cedar 4/4 - 5 Pack

$75.00

Aromatic Cedar 8/4

$20.00

Aromatic Cedar 8/4 - 5 Pack

$165.00

Aromatic Cedar 5/4 Live Edge (by size)

$28.00

Aromatic Cedar Cutting Board Strips

$3.00

Aromatic Cedar Thins (24"x4"x1/4")

$21.00$28.00

Aromatic Cedar Coaster Blanks

$118.00

Aromatic Cedar Live Edge - 5 Pack

$142.00

S4S Aromatic Cedar 4/4 - 5 Pack

$95.00

S4S Aromatic Cedar 8/4 - 5 Pack

$189.00

Common Questions and Facts on Aromatic Cedar

Aromatic Cedar Lumber: Appearance, Uses and Woodworking Tips

Shopping from the United States? This Aromatic Cedar collection is available for shipping across the continental U.S.

Aromatic Cedar stands out for its reddish color, modest grain, and distinctive fragrance. It is especially attractive when a project benefits from both visual warmth and the character of aromatic wood.

Color and Grain in Aromatic Cedar

Color varies across heartwood and lighter areas, and the fresh-cut scent is part of the appeal. It can suit cedar-lined storage pieces, boxes, display items, and smaller decorative projects where you want a naturally recognizable material.

What Can You Make With Aromatic Cedar?

Think about Aromatic Cedar when building drawer linings, small chests, keepsake boxes or accent pieces. The light weight and scent can be advantages, but they do not replace careful construction or appropriate storage and finishing.

  • Drawer and chest linings
  • Small boxes and keepsakes
  • Accent boards and decorative trim
  • Craft and display projects

Working With Aromatic Cedar

Cedar is generally approachable with sharp tools, although narrow pieces can split if fasteners are driven too close to an edge. Predrill small holes when necessary and support workpieces during cutting or planing.

Finishing and Care

For projects where fragrance matters, decide in advance whether a coating is desirable; a fully sealed surface will change how much aroma is noticeable. Test any finish on a spare piece, particularly if you are trying to preserve the natural color.

Choosing the Right Aromatic Cedar Lumber

Look at 4/4 versus 8/4 boards and five-packs, then choose the size that suits your panel or box components. Check the listing for surfacing, pack quantity and actual dimensions before planning joinery.

Choose stock based on the finished part rather than the nominal label alone. Check the product page for exact dimensions, preparation, available variants and current stock. Allow enough material for trimming, joinery and grain matching; combining shorter boards can also be useful for smaller components.

Shop Aromatic Cedar Lumber in the United States

Explore current listings: Aromatic Cedar 4/4 - 5 Pack; Aromatic Cedar 8/4 - 5 Pack. Confirm size and availability before purchasing.

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