Thanks for the advice and I'll stick with the lighter colour Cedar for this one.
Haven't done much more on this because there has been too much moisture in the air. Hopefully I'll see the sun again before summer haha. Weather here has been very average.
Wow those builds look excellent. Great job. Your whole build diary is a good informative read in gaining a better understanding.
How were you applying your water based ink stains? Is a lint free cloth suitable?
What are you using to shield your cavities? I just have the copper shielding tape.