More Porch Swings Wood Types

Porch swings come in all types of wood. Cedar, cypress, pine, alder, and Brazilian cherry and recycled plastic are a few of the terrific woods porch swings are constructed of. Recycled plastic is not made of wood but it is used as a wood replacement.

Fine-grain cedar wood
Cedar is a fine-grain, naturally weather resistant wood. The Western Red Cedar contains oils that are a natural preservative and help protect the wood from decay and insects. If maintained with the proper stain and sealants cedar will last for many years. It is important to stain the swing every year to keep the cedar from fading and silvering. Cedar will also retain its great fresh scent.

Close grain cypress
Cypress is close grain, dense wood. It is weather resistant and virtually indestructible. Cypress is often used in construction for items such as beams, decks, siding, and so on. Cypress also contains natural preservative oil called "cypressine" which protects the wood against decay and insects. Cypress too will last for many years to come. In addition it is a great wood for painting; it will hold paint much longer than other wood types. If you decide not to paint it, it is best that you seal it with an oil-based stain each year.

Soft pine
Many porch swings are constructed from a variety of pine. Pine is a soft, lightweight, yellowish wood with brown knots. It is a great wood for staining, and needs to be stained and sealed each year. Pressure Treated Pine is perfect for use outdoors because it will not decay or rot.

Tight grained alder
Alder is a tight-grained and sturdy wood. It is often used to make beautiful furniture due to its great ability to be painted. Alder can also be exposed to many kids of moisture without rot or decay. Alder is preferred by many because it will give you the look of expensive and high-quality wood without the high price.

Brazilian cherry wood or Jatoba
Found in South America, Brazilian Cherry or Jatoba, is a dense, hard wood. Brazilian cherry has only just become popular in the construction of outdoor It is a very hard wood which makes it difficult to manufacturer without advanced techniques. It is very weather resistant and therefore Brazilian Cherry wood is used for things such as railroad ties, decks, and playground equipment because.

Durable recycled plastic
Recycled plastic is recycled polymer and is extremely durable. It is made to have the appearance and feel of wood without the added maintenance. This material is simple to clean. It is great because it won't chip, crack, or warp. Over 500 plastic milk jugs are used in the construction of just one porch swing! Recycled plastic will last forever.

Porch swings are constructed of many different beautiful and durable wood types. The choice of wood really depends on your preference and where you want to use your swing. Any of the above mentioned woods are great and will last you from season to season for many years.