How to Use Cedar Indoors

Use tongue-and-groove cedar slats as interior siding in high-heat areas. Because of its high air content, cedar is a particularly good insulator and transfers thermal energy at an extremely slow rate. When finished, cedar takes on a beautiful amber glow, making the wood as visually appealing as it is practical.

Lay strips of untreated cedar in dresser drawers and cabinets, as well as attics and crawl spaces. Cedar has long been known as a natural insect repellent and will help keep your possessions smelling great and insect free.

Build cedar furniture for use in high-moisture rooms such as bathrooms and saunas. Cedar has the lowest shrinkage rate of any construction-grade conifer, and will not warp, shrink or twist during rapid changes in moisture.

Reduce noise in high-traffic areas by laying cedar in the floor, ceiling or walls. Cedar has an uncommonly low density of 22 pounds per cubic foot (pcf), significantly lighter than the 34 pcf of common pine lumber. The wood's low density and specific gravity significantly impede noise transference.