Basic Knowledge of Building Materials: Solid Cedar Wood Edition

Processing with hand tools and power tools is easy! The wood grain is straight, the surface is somewhat rough, and it emits a unique fragrance.

"Cedar (Sugi)" has been valued as an important timber since ancient times due to its softness and ease of processing. The sapwood is white, while the heartwood is a light reddish-brown. The grain is straight, the texture is somewhat rough, and it emits a distinctive fragrance. Additionally, as it belongs to the softer category of woods, it is easy to process with hand tools like saws and planes, as well as with power tools and machinery, making it a material that can be quickly worked by those with little woodworking experience. **Characteristics of Cedar (Sugi)** - The sapwood is white, and the heartwood is light reddish-brown. - It is possible to create everything from beams to boards by splitting it, as in firewood. - Processing with hand tools, power tools, and machinery is easy. - Even those with little woodworking experience can process it quickly. - When used as flooring, it is very soft, providing a pleasant feel underfoot. - It is warm in winter, cool in summer, and does not feel sticky. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

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