| Name | True Cedar (Cedrus spp.) |
| Type | Softwood. |
| Other Names | Includes cedar of Lebanon, Atlantic cedar, Atlas cedar, and deodar cedar. |
| Sources | Grows in northern Africa, middle East, and India. Includes cedar of Lebanon, Atlantic cedar, Atlas cedar, and deodar cedar. |
| Appearance | Generally straight grained although Atlantic and Lebanon cedars often knotty. Fine textured. Light brown resinous heartwood and pale colored sapwood. |
| Physical Props | Medium weight, low shock resistance and stiffness, and generally low strength properties. Stable in service. Decay resistant heartwood. |
| Working Props | Works fairly well with hand or machine tools although knots and in-grown bark can be troublesome. Holds screws and nails well and polishes to a nice finish. |
| Uses | Higher grades used for furniture, cabinetry, doors, and interior joinery. Lesser grades used for house and bridge construction, paving blocks, and outdoor furniture. Other uses include paneling and decorative veneers. |
