Tropical Hardwood Species & Grades
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:
Spanish Cedar's 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