An insider tip for grilling is a salmon fillet on a cedar wood plank

But how do you get cedar wood and what should you look for when buying cedar wood?

First of all, it is important to know that there are different types of cedar wood and to understand exactly what you want to use it for. In this blog post, you will find the most important tips for when you want to buy cedar wood.

Which type of cedar wood is suitable for grilling

Originally, cedars belong to the pine family, so to speak, the conifers. Many types of cedar wood also originate from the cypress family, which are also referred to as cedar wood. To ensure you buy the optimal cedar wood, you should consider what you are using it for.

Most types of cedar wood are used in the construction industry and are less suitable for grilling.

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The cedar wood that is excellently suited for grilling is Western Red Cedar. This type of cedar wood is characterized by its intense and aromatic scent, as well as its good ability to absorb liquid. This is exactly what you need when you want to grill a salmon fillet or other dishes on a cedar wood plank.

Western Red Cedar

The original Western Red cedar wood comes from North America and grows in forests like the one shown in the picture. The tree can grow from 50 to 70 meters tall and reach a trunk diameter of 6 meters.

The original Western Red cedar wood

When buying cedar wood, another important aspect, just like the type of cedar wood, is that the cedar wood is carefully processed. It is particularly important to ensure that the wood is free of splinters and that the surface is appropriately prepared for the food being grilled.

grillart cedar wood planks consist of 100% natural and original Western Red Cedar and, thanks to their high-quality and careful processing, are excellently suited for grilling.buy cedar wood

When you open the packaging film, you can immediately perceive the scent of the cedar wood. This characterizes high-quality cedar wood.

Try the grillart cedar wood plank and enjoy the incomparably delicious aroma of the cedar wood. You can view the product here: 6-pack of Western Red cedar wood for grilling <– Click here!

— Bernhard Rinnerberger