Heart Cypress Pecky

Goodwin River-Recovered® Heart Cypress

The wood eternal is commonly over 1,000 years old

Heart Cypress is one of only a few remaining prehistoric species. Logged 150+ years ago and presumed lost, these original-growth Bald Cypress trees commonly lived to be 1,000 to 1,500 years old. They were the true giants of the southeastern swamps, towering over 100 feet.

Grade: Pecky

Nature’s Blend of Grace and Function
Antique River-Recovered® Heart Cypress Pecky is caused by fungus creating the textured appearance of some original-growth. While the tree was still living, the wood developed narrow oval-shaped areas that look as if has been carved out by an ancient woodworker

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Characteristics:

Grain: Irregular elliptical carved appearance. Elliptical holes in the wood created by nature and time. Arching, swirling grain. Very dense growth with at least 8 growth rings and up to 80 per inch.
Knots: Few knots, none over 1¼”
Color: Warm honey through cinnamon tan to light chocolate tones.
Heart: 100% heart face
Hardness: 690 on the Janka hardness scale, comparable to Douglas Fir

Milling:

Width: ¾” x 2¼”, 3¼”, 5¼”, 7″, 9″
Length: Flooring: 2’–12′ Paneling: 3’–12′
Kiln Dried: Yes to 6-8% moisture content. Test moisture content for job site region
Finishing: Our standard wood floor is unfinished. Pre-finishing with a micro bevel can be added. UV oil finish available.

Made in the USA