Macrocarpa
Durability: Moderately Durable
Colour: Light
Sizes available: 25, 50 mm
| Trade Name: | Macrocarpa |
| Botanical Species: | Cupressus macrocarpa |
| Other Names: | Monterey Cypress |
| Country of Origin: | U.S.A |
| Air Dry Density: | 485kgs/m³ |
| Durability: | Moderately Durable |
| Strength: |
| Seasoning: | ||
| • | It is difficult to kiln dry with cell collapse and checking. | |
| • | Low shrinkage factor. | |
| Characteristics: | ||
| • | Honey brown in colour and beautifully scented. | |
| • | It is a moderately stiff, strong timber. | |
| Working Qualities: | ||
| • | Macrocarpa machines and turns well owing to its fine texture. | |
| • | Will accept a variety of paints, oils and varnishes. | |
| Uses: | ||
| • | Structural beams, framing, flooring, sarking, wall paneling, cabinetry, exterior cladding, decking, pergolas, furniture and landscaping. | |
| Product Attributes: | ||
| • | Naturally resistant to insect and fungal attack. | |
| Product Limitations: | ||
| • | Difficult to kiln dry. | |
