{"title":"Port Orford Cedar","description":"\u003cspan\u003ePort Orford Cedar is a large, aromatic Cedar tree that is native to Oregon and California. It was first discovered near the city of Port Orford, Oregon and according to Wikipedia was introduced into cultivation in 1854, by collectors working for the Lawson \u0026amp; Son nursery in Edinburgh, Scotland, after whom it was named as Lawson Cypress by the describing botanist Andrew Murray. The USDA officially calls it by the name Port Orford cedar, as do most people in its native area, but some botanists prefer to use the name Lawson cypress. Port Orford cedar wood is fine grained and lightweight but strong \u0026amp; extremely resistant to rot. It has good tonal properties and a spicy, distinctive aroma! It is in high demand in Asia for religious uses, temples, and carvings. Turning blanks in this material are very rich in oil and turn easily. The aromatic resin pools in the stumps, forming an oily, dense consistency. This is a similar phenomenon to Moroccan Thuya burls, though Port Orford Cedar is slightly less dense than Thuya! We recommend a natural finish for turned articles. The more oils\/resin in this wood, the more aromatic! Lumber and slabs of Port Orford Cedar can have less oil\/resin and glue easily. When the wood is planed, it has a tendency to fuzz, but it can easily be sanded as a remedy. Our material was all salvaged from old growth trees\/stumps that have lain dormant on the forest floor, sun bleached and aged for 40 to 70 years.\u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"standard-port-orford-cedar-pen-blanks","title":"Port Orford Cedar Pen Blank (5 Pack) - 3\/4\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe measurements above are for the shipping size. Each individual blank measures 5\" x 3\/4\" x 3\/4\" (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color\/grain to expect). Beautiful \u0026amp; Unique Port Orford Cedar! This is a rare opportunity to obtain this aromatic and oil\/resin filled material that was cut from the roots of Port Orford Cedar trees. Pens will turn extremely well! Enjoy the nice golden color with tight growth rings. Generally dry; a few pieces may have residual moisture. Skill level: Intermediate. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cook Woods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45933516419,"sku":"P96","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2026\/2511\/products\/port_orford_cedar_standard.jpg?v=1740044675"},{"product_id":"port-orford-cedar-bottle-stopper-3-x-1-1-2-x-1-1-2","title":"Port Orford Cedar Bottle Stopper (3\" x 1-1\/2\" x 1-1\/2\")","description":"\u003cspan\u003eINCLUDES 1 WOOD BLANK (several blanks are shown to indicate the range of color\/grain to expect). This is salvaged material from previous logging that occurred from 1940-1960. It was cut in May 2021, wax sealed on ends, and is mostly dry but may contain varying amounts of residual moisture. An occasional check may be present. This is a great species for turning projects as it turns well and takes a high polish. You will enjoy the very aromatic, clean, and crisp fragrance! Dimensions may vary +\/- 1\/8\".\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Cook Woods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39653942919258,"sku":"S484","price":5.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2026\/2511\/products\/PortOrfordCedarBottleStopper.jpg?v=1740040649"},{"product_id":"port-orford-cedar-w176226","title":"Rustic Port Orford Cedar Live Edge Cookie (Freight Shipping Required)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis piece has been kiln dried, surfaced on two sides, and is ready for use. This piece has inclusions, checks, and splits and is being sold \"as is\".  It is non-returnable. Please see pictures for details. This piece requires freight shipping due to its size. This item does not qualify for free shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cook Woods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40172770721882,"sku":"W176226","price":641.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2026\/2511\/products\/176226_1.jpg?v=1740038964"},{"product_id":"port-orford-cedar-w248570","title":"Port Orford Cedar Jumbo Guitar Back Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis high quality acoustic instrument set includes a bookmatched guitar top. Kiln dried and sanded on two sides, it is a premium quality choice for superior tonal quality. This set can be used to build a high end guitar, rivaling the best guitars on the market. A slight twist or cup may be present but will lay flat with minimal pressure. 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