Red cedar is one of the most popular wood species for exterior use because of its natural rich, red color and its natural resistance to decay. But one aspect is that cedar's lovely red turns a ...

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Generally seen on exteriors, the charred wood surfaces also have appeal for interiors. The Japanese Shou Sugi Ban art of charring wood as a preserving and finishing technique is more than three ...

There are two separate tree species that are called white-cedar. Northern white-cedar (Thuja occidentalis), also called arborvitae or just cedar (there are over 40 local names), grows in Quebec to ...

Kyle Patrick, 64, of Cedar Rapids, has long had an interest in woodworking. 'I've been doing woodworking as a hobby my whole life,” he said. 'I think I was inspired by my grandfather who always seemed ...

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Dear James: Our bedroom has a cedar closet, but the scent is almost gone, and I plan to build a second cedar closet. How can I restore the scent, and do you have any tips for the new one? — Melanie F.