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Cedar, Aromatic

Veneer Species Guide

Columbia Forest Products is proud to offer an exciting variety of hardwood and decorative softwood species of faces to meet the demand for architectural individuality in interior design applications.

Cedar, Aromatic

Latin name: Juniperus virginiana
Common name(s): Red Cedar, Eastern Red Cedar, Aromatic Red Cedar
Sources: Eastern USA

CHARACTERISTICS	Sapwood is very light in contrast to dark red to almost purple heartwood. Veneer is usually highly marked with open and sound knots, splits, and light and dark color streaks. Although not a true cedar, the distinctive aroma from this species is generally associated with the classic cedar smell.
COMMON CUTS	Plain sliced
USES	Closet liners and other applications where the aromatic qualities are suited.
AVAILABILITY	Plentiful
PRICE	$$