Spanish Cedar (CITES II)
Botanical Name: Cedrela odorata
Source Region: African Plantation Sourcing
Common Uses: Veneer, plywood, cabinetry, musical instruments, boatbuilding and humidors
Interior Application: Yes
Exterior Application: Yes
Working Properties:
Its color is light pink to reddish brown with straight grain and medium texture. It is easy to work with but needs sharp tooling to prevent fuzzing. Extra sanding may be required.
Numeric Values:
Specific Gravity: 0.47
Janka Hardness: 600
Weight: 2.8 lbs/BF
Product Specification
Grades: Select & Better
Thickness: 4/4 - 12/4
Grain Sorts: Mixed
Widths: 4" and wider
Truck Loadablity: 17,000 BF
Lengths: 6' and longer