About Port Orford Cedar:
NATIVE CONIFER

Port Orford Cedar or Lawson Cypress (also called Oregon White Cedar) is a conifer that is native to Southwestern Oregon and Northern California.

  • Strong.

    This species is prized by wooden boat builders for its high strength to weight ratio. It is also sought out by instrument makers as “tone wood” for guitars and ukuleles.

  • Ideal.

    Port Orford Cedar is naturally decay and insect resistant, making it an ideal choice for any outdoor projects. It is often used for decking, siding, pergola construction, etc.

  • UNIQUE.

    Closely resembles Hinoki which was used to build traditional Japanese temples, and Ofuro soaking tubs.

high strength to weight ratio