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ahh I see. These trunks were huge probably 20" + and from forested plantation from so maybe 40/50 years growth or more. The planks were taken at 8" wide x 1" but there was still room for 2 x 4s. I was so suprised at just how clean the wood was - I'll get some photo's and post them. There was...

That's interesting CHJ. I know Leylandii are cedar hybrids from Yellow cedar - which has good anti rot/fungal properties, I was under the impression they shared the same, or similar resistance. The planks today were so clean, knot free, and really white light coloured. I'm considering making a...

I was lucky enough today to spend a little time with a friend today while he planked felled wood from last year - some really nice western red cedar, but also some old Leylandii from mature 60/70ft trees. I was really suprised just how clean and knot free the planks came out...all were around...