Why Choose Cypress?

• Naturally resistant to termites and rot.
• Grows slowly; rings are close which increase energy efficiency while shrinkage is decreased.
• Readily accepts sealants, stains or paint. Left natural, it will age to an antique gray.
• Very durable. Has natural preservative oil, Cypressene, which increases resistance to insects and decay.
• Holds finish longer and requires less maintenance.
• Letting Cypress air dry naturally minimizes cracking and checking.
• Easy to work with; hand and power tool friendly.
  Planes easily and resists warping.
• Reasonably priced, compared to other woods.

How Cypress compares to Pine & Cedar

• Pine requires treatment to prevent rot and insect attack.
• Pine grows quickly, resulting in wider banding, more porosity.
• Cedar is a lighter, more porous wood.
• Cedar weathers and absorbs treatments, resulting in darker tones.
• Cedars’ knots tend to loosen with time.