Premium 8/4 S4S Aromatic Cedar
Bring timeless beauty and natural fragrance to your next woodworking project with Aromatic Cedar, a North American classic prized for its warm reddish tones, straight grain, and signature scent that doubles as a natural insect repellent.
Whether you are building fine furniture, crafting custom chests, turning decorative pieces, or lining closets and drawers, Aromatic Cedar adds both charm and practical performance to your work.
Natural Beauty, Built In Benefits
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Colour & Grain – Distinct reddish purple heartwood with creamy sapwood and fine, straight grain
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Workability – Machines and glues easily, sands smoothly, and takes finishes well
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Fragrance & Function – Signature cedar aroma naturally resists moths and insects, ideal for storage projects
What to Expect in Your Lumber Pack
- 5 pieces per pack
- Widths: Dressed to 4" x 1"3/4
- Lengths: Choose from 24" or 48"
- Thickness: 1"3/4 after being dressed from 8/4 (2" rough) stock.
- Dressed 4 Sides (S4S)
Special Considerations
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Workability Tips – Softer than many hardwoods. Sharp tools and light passes help prevent tearout or surface bruising. Natural oils may occasionally affect finishes, so test before final application.
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Origin – Responsibly sourced from the southeastern United States, long favored by cabinetmakers and woodworkers.
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Fun Fact – The rich fragrance that defines Aromatic Cedar has been used for centuries to protect clothing and linens from moth damage.
Product Details
- Janka Hardness: ~900 lbf
- Density: ~33 lbs per cubic foot
- Origin: USA
Each board is skip dressed to showcase its natural colour and grain, giving you thick, substantial stock that is ready for final milling and shaping in your shop.
Bring natural warmth, signature fragrance, and long term performance to your next project with premium 8/4 Aromatic Cedar.
Order Aromatic Cedar today and experience the difference premium material selection makes in the shop.