Swedish Red Cedar Natural Moth Repellent For Wardrobes Cedarwood Essential Oil 85 ML

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Western redcedar was used extensively wherever it was found along the northwest coast (British Columbia, Washington state, parts of Alaska). Evidence of this use is found in CMTs ( Culturally Modified Trees) that are found throughout the coast. When First Nations people removed the bark from cedars, it left a scar–which is considered a CMT. Other types of harvest (for planks, tinder, and other uses) leave different types of evidence of cultural modification. Sand wood to a final P120 grit sand paper grade. This is the optimal grade for applying Osmo UV Protection-Oils.

For seasonal respiratory issues blend western red cedar, sweet marjoram, and ginger in a diffuser or personal inhaler. Red cedarwood oil is also effective when you want to refresh the fragrance and effectiveness of red cedarwood. Spray it on red cedarwood once a month

A thorough coating or two of an acrylic-based paint is by far the most protective of the finishes on offer. It will shield the timber from moisture and weathering, but will completely conceal the wood’s colour and grain — so make sure to choose a wood paint of your desired colour. Today, cedarwood oil is often used for its aromatic properties, especially in aromatherapy; it can also be used to renew the smell of natural cedar furniture. Cedarwood oil is used as an insect repellent, both directly applied to the skin and as an additive to sprays, candles and other products. Because felling required such an extraordinary amount of work, if only planks for housing were needed, these would be split from the living tree. The bark was stripped and saved, and two cuts were made at the ends of the planking. Then wedges would be pounded in along the sides and the planks slowly split off the side of the tree. [84] Trees which have been so harvested are still visible in some places in the rainforest, with obvious chunks taken off of their sides. Such trees usually continue to grow perfectly well, since redcedar wood is resistant to decay. Planks are straightened by a variety of methods, including weighing them down with stones, lashing them together with rope, or forcing them between a line of stakes. [85] For a very long time. Himalayan Cedarwood and Atlas Cedarwood are reportedly the very first essentials oils to have ever been distilled for things such as medicine, cosmetics and incense. 4

Acne treatment. One case study showed that cedarwood essential oil helped improve acne that was resistant to treatment. RHS Plant Selector – Thuja plicata 'Aurea' ". RHS. Archived from the original on 29 January 2022 . Retrieved 5 March 2021. Harvesting western redcedar required some ceremony and included propitiation of the tree's spirits as well as those of the surrounding trees. In particular, many people specifically requested the tree and its brethren not to fall or drop heavy branches on the harvester, [81] a situation which is mentioned in a number of different stories of people who were not sufficiently careful. Some professional loggers of Native American descent have mentioned that they offer quiet or silent propitiations to trees which they fell, following in this tradition.International Journal of Molecular Sciences: “Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects of Topical Application of Some Plant Oils.” The species name plicata derives from the Latin word plicāre and means 'folded in plaits' or 'braided,' a reference to the pattern of its small leaves. [9] Wood oils and gums (Cedarwood oil)" (PDF). United States Environmental Protection Agency. 1993. EPA-738-F-93-008. Weber, Adrian; Kimmins, J. P.; Gilbert, Benjamin; Lo, Yueh-Hsin; Blanco, Juan A. (October 2014). "Multiple-pathway succession in coastal Tsuga heterophylla, Thuja plicata, and Abies amabilis forests on northeastern Vancouver Island, British Columbia". Canadian Journal of Forest Research. Canadian Science Publishing. 44 (10): 1145–1155. doi: 10.1139/cjfr-2014-0060. hdl: 2454/19816. As we’ve mentioned above, always dilute cedar oil before applying it topically and do a patch test to it make sure it doesn’t irritate your skin. Like all essential oils, cedarwood oil can be dangerous if swallowed. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines on how to use it. 19 Some interesting facts about cedar oil

UV rays from the sun help to break down protective lignin surrounding the fibres in the wood. Moisture also helps to deplete the lignin and the wood fibres begin to grey naturally. Osmo UV-Protection Oils delay the greying effect 12 x more effectively than bare timber. Top tip — Western Red Cedar has fantastic exterior finish-retention qualities, especially when smooth, as opposed to textured. Therefore, if you’re particularly interested in longevity, look for planed cedar. 1. Opaque or solid-colourPromote sleep – cedar oil’s known to have sedative qualities that can help induce sleep. Diffuse or inhale it or enjoy a cedar oil bath just before bed. 16 ( Try this – 5 drops of cedar oil, 4 drops of lavender oil and 1 drop of vetiver oil). 17 When applying a paint or solid-colour stain, make sure to apply a primer coat before applying the main topcoat. If you’re adding two topcoats, allow the first to cure for the recommended period on the manufacturer’s instructions. Semi-transparent or water-repellent application In terms of the origins of this particular oil, the name gives it away somewhat. Cedarwood essential oil is created from elements of cedar trees – the needles, the leaves, the bark and the berries. 1 Cleary, Michelle R.; Holmes, Terry (2011). "Formation of traumatic resin ducts in the phloem of western redcedar ( Thuja plicata) roots following abiotic injury and pathogenic invasion by Armillaria ostoyae". IAWA Journal. Brill Publishers. 32 (3): 351–359. doi: 10.1163/22941932-90000063.

Bates, Dawn; Hess, Thom; Hilbert, Vi (1995). Lushootseed Dictionary. Seattle: University of Washington Press. p.600. DeCapua, Sarah (2010). The Tlingit. First Americans. Tarrytown, New York: Marshall Cavendish Benchmark. ISBN 978-0-7614-4135-9. On horizontal sections, ensure at least a 15 degree angle to facilitate water run-off. Sharp edges must be rounded (radius > 2 mm). UV-Protection Oils perform optimally on vertically structured timber. For horizontal sections there will be more maintenance. Semi-transparent stains are usually best applied with a brush, although this can be achieved with a roller, pad, spray or drip. A second layer can be added for extra protection, but only if the cedar will accept it.The finished surface is influenced by several factors, including the condition of the wood. Therefore, a trial application is always required, especially for unfamiliar surfaces. Hedlin, A. F. (November 1959). "Description and Habits of a New Species of Phytophaga (Diptera: Cecidomyiidae) from Western Red Cedar Cones". The Canadian Entomologist. Entomological Society of Canada. 91 (11): 719–723. doi: 10.4039/Ent91719-11. S2CID 84794683.