China Cedar

Our softwood specie commonly known as China Cedar (Cunninghamia Lanceolata) has been around for generations. China Cedar trees are native to China, Taiwan, and northern Vietnam. The wood is easy to work with, versatile, and is both lightweight and durable. China Cedar has been tested and compared to its counterpart Western Red Cedar. Both share the same family.

China Cedar accepts a wide range of staining and other finished applications. Due to the tree being plantation grown, the environment will not be adversely affected and the trees are more closely monitored. China Cedar has been growing in popularity and is the wood of choice by many lumber companies and builders. Aside from the quality of the product, the price of the wood is lower than its counterparts as it has a short maturity cycle, allowing it to grow quicker. For every one tree harvested, two trees are planted to replace it to ensure the supply.

Properties: China Cedar resembles Western Red Cedar due to its aromatic scent (which naturally repels against pests and fungus). It also resembles Douglas Fir - having very similar grain and texture.

Appearance: China Cedar is pale yellow to white in color, with reddish streaks.

Applications: Due to its being both lightweight and durable, this wood has been used in China for centuries. China Cedar is used in house building, ship building, saunas, coffins, and many other quality products. China Cedar is used both indoors and out for a wide variety of items from houses to fences, decking, furniture, siding and much more.

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