cedar shavings

Fragrant tree curls

Cedar shavings are thin curls of cedar wood, typically produced as a byproduct of woodworking or manufactured specifically for use as animal bedding, mulch, or natural pest deterrent.

The aromatic oils in cedar repel moths and insects, making cedar shavings popular in closets and storage chests: She lined the drawer with cedar shavings to protect her woolens.

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processing state

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Flat aromatic wood piece

sawdust · cedar logs · wood pulp · cedar blocks

bedding/substrate type

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Thin strips from softwood

straw · hay

bedding/lining material type

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Protective elastic flooring

sand · straw

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G