How Do You Build With Cypress Lumber?
Because cypress lumber is sturdy with an attractive grain, it’s a popular building material. Cypress also resists decay, fungus and damage caused by insects and the elements. These qualities make it ideal for outdoor furniture, decks, porches, fence rails and shingles. Cypress lumber also makes an attractive siding for houses and other structures. Write up a budget for your building project using cypress lumber. Cypress initially might cost more than some other types of wood, but you’ll likely save money in the long run. Cypress contains cypressene, a natural preservative oil that resists rot and insects. As you work on the project, store the cypress lumber at least four inches off the ground and keep it flat. Protect the wood from rain, snow and other moisture with a waterproof cover. You easily can cut cypress lumber with a handsaw or a power saw; it’s a conifer, a softwood. You also can trim, plane and sand cypress with ease, and it contains fewer knotholes than many other wood type
