Description
Color/Appearance: Color tends to be a light, yellowish brown. Sapwood is nearly white. Some pieces can have scattered dark pockets and voids where the wood has been attacked by fungi—called pecky cypress. Also, pieces of old growth cypress salvaged from riverbeds (called sinker cypress) tend to have slightly warmer, darker heartwood colors.
Workability: Sharp cutters and light passes are recommended when working with bald cypress to avoid tearout. Also, the wood has been reported by some sources to have a moderate dulling effect on cutting edges. Bald cypress has good gluing, nailing, finishing, and paint-holding properties.
Ready to order? Please indicate your board length and width in the comments section of your order information. If you have questions, please email DCW Hardwoods & Slabs for pre-order assistance.
Common Uses: Exterior construction, exterior furniture, docks, boatbuilding, interior trim, and veneer.
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