Juniperus virginiana, also known as the eastern red cedar, is an evergreen and coniferous tree. Western red cedar, known as Thuja plicata is the other source of cedar wood. These tall evergreen trees have flattened branches, cones that bear seeds, and spiked leaves that grow in opposite directions. They grow in coastal forests and areas of British Columbia, Washington, Idaho, and Montana. Red cedar wood is durable and scented, and these plantations mostly revolve around dual farming. Primarily red cedar forests provide a continuous harvest, through controlled restoration and reforestation plans. Red cedar log furniture is widely appreciated for its profound natural luster. For this reason, at times people opt for unfinished red cedar log furniture that is characterized, by its rich quality and is available in a wide range of colors, especially reddish hues.
Red Cedar log furniture contains natural preservative oils that prolong longevity, and offer resistance from insect attack, termites and decay. Red cedar log furniture is stable and resists variation caused by excessive moisture. This long lasting furniture does not age quickly and can stand the test of time. This special quality has prompted the use of red cedar wood, for a range of outdoor log furniture. Its high resistance allows people, to use red cedar log furniture in bathrooms, kitchens and even saunas. Red cedar log furniture is specially treated when used for such purposes.