Red Cedar

Red Cedar (Toona ciliata), also known as Australian Red Cedar, is one of Australia’s most famous and valuable timbers. It features a rich reddish-brown to deep mahogany heartwood, often with a straight and even grain, though sometimes wavy or interlocked. The timber has a fine to medium texture and a natural lustre, making it highly desirable for furniture and interior applications.

Despite being lightweight, Red Cedar is durable and resistant to termites, rot, and decay, making it suitable for indoor and select outdoor uses. It is exceptionally easy to work with, responding well to machining, carving, and polishing, which enhances its natural beauty. Historically, it was a highly sought-after timber for colonial furniture and fine woodcraft. Today, its sustainability is managed carefully due to past overharvesting.