Bring a touch of tropical elegance to your workshop with Spanish Cedar (Cedrela odorata) bowl blanks. Also known as Cedro, this exquisite hardwood is treasured for its beautiful reddish-brown to pinkish heartwood, subtle cedar-like aroma, and exceptional stability. Despite its name, Spanish Cedar is not a true cedar but a member of the mahogany family, offering the best of both worlds — the workability of mahogany with the aromatic charm of cedar. Kiln-dried to 6‑7% moisture content, these blanks are dimensionally stable and ready for your finest turning projects — from elegant bowls and platters to cigar humidors, jewelry boxes, and decorative vessels.
Specifications
- Wood Name: Spanish Cedar, Cedro
- Botanical Name: Cedrela odorata
- Length: Available in 4 – 10 inches
- Width: Available in 4 – 10 inches
- Thickness: Available in 2 – 3 inches
- Dried: Yes, Kiln Dried
- Moisture Content: 6‑7%
Features
- Beautiful reddish-brown to pinkish heartwood with subtle natural luster
- Pleasant, cedar-like aroma that lingers even after finishing
- Lightweight and exceptionally stable — minimal movement after drying
- Kiln-dried to 6‑7% MC for immediate use and long-term stability
- Fine, uniform texture with straight to occasionally interlocked grain
- Naturally resistant to decay and insects
Workability & Performance
- Excellent turning properties: Cuts cleanly and smoothly with sharp tools
- Easy on tools: Light to medium density means less wear on edges
- Sands beautifully: Fine texture responds wonderfully to sanding
- Finishing: Takes oils and clear coats exceptionally well; aroma may continue to emit subtly
- Versatile: Ideal for bowls, platters, humidors, boxes, and decorative pieces
Notes
- Natural variations in grain and color make each piece unique.
- Spanish Cedar is the traditional choice for cigar humidors due to its aroma and moisture-regulating properties.
- Due to the nature of wood movement, shrinkage and expansion are possible.
- Please measure each piece carefully before starting any project.
- Dimensions are approximate and may vary by ±⅛".
- Photo is representative; you will receive a similar blank.