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Any source for Bermuda cedar?

Handrubbed's picture

WTB some Bermuda cedar (juniperus bermudiana) for making a humidor-sized jewelry box.  If any of you have some or know of a source could you post an answer herein?  I recently retuned from a trip there and was stunned by the this handsome wood and the extensive amount of it that has been used there for entry doors, trim, and furnishings.  I understand that the species was largely wiped out by a foreign blight during the 1960's.  There surely must be some old logs and reclaimed wood around somewhere.

hammer1's picture

(post #113640, reply #1 of 6)

I doubt that you will find any Bermuda cedar lumber for sale. The blight was caused by scale insects in the 1940's. Over 75,000 trees were cut at that time and stock piled. Bermudans can get some of this but only in small pieces. Bermuda was one of the first countries to start conservation efforts somewhere back in the 1600's. The current crop of juniperous bermundiana is listed as endangered. You might look into Virginia cedar as an alternative.

Beat it to fit / Paint it to match

Beat it to fit / Paint it to match

Handrubbed's picture

(post #113640, reply #2 of 6)

Thanks, Hammer.  I expected that answer.  I wonder if Virginia cedar is even close in appeal to the Bermuda.  I'll check it out.

Martin103's picture

Bermuda cedar (post #113640, reply #3 of 6)

I do i have quite a few boards left different size, its really vintage lumber contact me for more info thanks!!

Martin103's picture

Bermuda cedar (post #113640, reply #4 of 6)

I do i have quite a few boards left different size, its really vintage lumber contact me for more info thanks!!

bowker's picture

Martin - would you be willing (post #113640, reply #5 of 6)

Martin - would you be willing to sell a small piece ...?  I live in CA and am looking for 1 piece between 6x6 and 12x12 ... thanks.

Martin103's picture

bermuda cedar (post #113640, reply #6 of 6)

yes of course contact me!!