PORT ORFORD CEDAR WOOD
- Although Port Orford Cedar is not a true cedar it does possess a fantastic fragrant scent when sawn, a bit spicier but similar to the smell of aromatic cedar.
- Port Orford Cedar is favored by the Japanese for its wonderful work ability. It was and still is often used in their furniture and temples.
- Perhaps its biggest claim to fame is its use in timber framing, held by some to be the best wood for the job.
- Oregon Cedar is also frequently used in guitar building. It finishes beautifully and produces a great sound.
- We have in stock several tractor trailer loads of salvaged logs just waiting to be cut. Feel free to give us a call if you need specific dimensions for your next project. 1-888-814-0007
Characteristics of Port Orford Cedar
| Origin of Wood Type | Oregon and California, USA |
| Botanical Name | Chamaecyparis lawsoniana |
| Specific Gravity | 0.48 |
| Avg. Weight Per BF | 4 lb/ft |
| Color Range | pale pinkish brown – pale creamy brown |
| Rarity / Availability | Salvaged Material – please call for availability: 1-888-814-0007 |
| Typical Avg. Width | Material is in log form – awaiting custom cutting |
| Typical Avg. Length | Material is in log form – awaiting custom cutting |
| Avg. Waste Factor | 0.5 |
| Wood Uses | Fine Furniture, Cabinetry, Architectural Millwork, Guitar Building / Instrument Making, Boat Building, Timber Framing, Veneer and more |
| Lumber Grades | Instrument & Unselected – Still in log form |
| Other Trade Names | Lawson’s Cypress, Oregon Cedar |