Brad,
That would be great, after a short search for barn wood I actually found some 2x8x10's in great condition "well seasoned" red oak. the price the seller is asking per board will be less than half of what new Oak would cost.
I thank it would look very nice and a bit rustic. I would probably use a gunstock or honey oak stain over the top then seal in a clear coat. It would also be much more durable than the cedar.
Bryan
