5 Eastern Red Cedar boards-size 3/4\" x 5\" x 24\"- #1 Material For Sale

Vintage Stock Product Story
This premium #1 Eastern Red Cedar was cut, planed, and kiln-dried roughly 20 years ago. It has spent the last two decades curing perfectly in a covered storage shed. Because it is fully acclimated and settled, this lumber is incredibly stable and highly resistant to the warping, cupping, or twisting common in freshly milled wood. I have recently brought it out of storage to precisely size and freshly sand all four sides for this listing.Product Overview & #1 Grade Benefits
Upgrade your woodworking projects with this set of 5 premium, aged Eastern Red Cedar boards. Each board is sanded on all four sides (S4S) and ready to use right out of the box.Condition Note: This wood is visually evaluated to meet #1 appearance standards—exceptionally straight with only a few tight, solid knots. It does not carry a certified mill grade stamp.Unlike lower-grade commercial cedar (which often contains loose, dead knots that fall out and leave holes), this lot meets strict #1 Appearance Grade standards:

• 100% Tight, Sound Knots: The few knots present are structurally fused to the surrounding wood grain and will not fall out.
• Maximum Usable Yield: Straight, flat, and square-edged boards with no wane or bark edges.
• Premium S4S Finish: Fully machined and smooth on all 4 sides, saving you shop preparation time.

Eastern Red Cedar features beautiful red heartwood contrasted against creamy white sapwood grain patterns and a rich, natural aroma. It works beautifully for small shelving, boxes, crafts, and custom home decor.Woodworking & Finishing Tips

• To Lock in the Bright Red Color: Apply a UV-resistant clear coat (like a water-based polyurethane or lacquer) to prevent the sun from fading the vibrant red heartwood into a natural gray over time.
• For a Natural Matte Finish: Use a clear oil or wax to make the contrast between the red heartwood and white sapwood pop instantly while preserving the wood\'s organic texture.

Item Specifics

• Wood Species: Eastern Red Cedar
• Grade: Premium #1 Cedar (Appearance Grade)
• Number of Pieces: 5
• Thickness: 3/4 inch
• Width: 5 inches
• Length: 24 inches
• Surfacing: Sanded 4 Sides (S4S)
• Condition: New (Other) - Vintage stock, freshly milled and sized

Features

• Aged Stability: Cured for 20 years in dry storage for maximum straightness.
• Solid Structure: Very few knots present, and all are tight and structurally sound.
• Natural Grain: High-contrast red heartwood and creamy sapwood.
• Aromatherapy: Fresh, natural cedar scent.

Shipping

• Carrier: Ships via UPS Ground