Weather Resistant Hardwood

Shorea lumber is also resistant to both insects and rot.

Weather resistant hardwood.

Like cedar cypress weathers to a silver gray over time when left unfinished. Cedar is also used for indoor furniture like dressers chests. Naturally resistant woods that are commercially available include black locust robinia pseudoacacia teak tectona grandis ipe tabebuia spp california redwood sequoia sempervirens and bald cypress taxodium distichum. Not quite as resistant as these but still defined as resistant or very resistant according to the fpl are more common woods that are widely sold for outdoor use.

Cypress wood contains a natural preservative that is both rot and insect resistant. Teak teak has been referred to as the gold standard for decay resistance. Left to its own devices the patina of shorea fades from gold to gray over time. Various species of cedar cypress redwood and white oak.

It is also commonly used for cigar boxes and humidors as well as the lining of closets and chests. Cypress is capable of withstanding the elements without a finish of any kind though a periodic coat of oil will keep the wood looking fresh longer. Among exceptionally decay resistant tropical woods are ipe lignumvitae purpleheart and old growth teak. One can find cedar application also for saunas closets house siding.

The following two sections list domestic and tropical tree species whose wood is exceptionally resistant resistant or very resistant and moderately resistant. Because of its ability to withstand weather it is often used for windows and exterior trim. Cedar is an insect resistant hardwood owing to its natural aromatic scent which makes it perfect for outdoor furniture. Shorea is a durable dense tight grained hardwood that holds up well under the rough treatment of daily use and inclement weather.