Eastern Red Cedar
Juniperus virginiana · Softwood
- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Eastern North America
- Hardness
- 900 lbf (Soft)
- Durability
- Very Durable, with exceptional natural resistance to decay, rot, and insect attacks.
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Grain Pattern
Fine and even-textured with distinct growth rings and a slight knot/branch distortion creating localized swirling patterns.
Color & Appearance
Warm golden-brown with reddish undertones on the exposed cross-section, showing moderate luster and darkening slightly to a deeper brown with age and exposure to light.
Hardness (Janka)
900 lbf (Soft)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable, with exceptional natural resistance to decay, rot, and insect attacks.
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- 3.00 to 6.00 USD per board foot depending on grade and dimensions
- Wood Age Estimate
- Recently cut or freshly exposed cross-section, estimated less than a year old based on surface freshness and minimal weathering.
- Sustainability Status
- Not listed on CITES appendices and generally evaluated as of least concern by the IUCN; widely abundant.
Common Uses
Fence posts, lining chests and closets, outdoor furniture, small wooden specialties, bows, and rustic construction.
Geographic Origin
Eastern North America
Workability
Generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools, though knots can cause local irregularities; glues and finishes well despite natural oils.
Finish Recommendations
Penetrating oils, shellac, or polyurethane; natural finishes preserve the distinct aromatic qualities well.
Notable Features
Distinctive aromatic scent due to natural oils, highly rot-resistant heartwood, and dimensional stability.
