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Cypress

Janka Hardness: 510 lbf

Tidewater Lumber and Moulding has been selling Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) for over 35 years. Our office was built in 1981 and we chose #2 Cypress stained “Driftwood Gray.” We make sure the lumber is thoroughly kiln dried so it can be used for interior or exterior. We can mill a stock profile or we can make custom profiles, and even match historic restoration projects.

We choose to sell Cypress because of its beauty and its durability. Cypress is a beautiful blond color with a touch of red that looks similar to antique heart pine. It has some vertical grain and contrasting black knots.

With a Janka hardness rating of 510 lbf, Cypress is soft enough for easy machining yet tough enough for long-term use making it an ideal choice for customers who want natural beauty without compromising durability.

Our Cypress Grades

Light cypress wood plank with vertical grain lines, knots, and subtle beige-and-amber color variations, labeled “#2 Cypress” and watermarked “Tidewater Lumber and Moulding” at the bottom.
Horizontal light-colored wooden planks showing natural grain patterns, knots, and subtle color variations.
#2

#2 Grade Cypress is a knotty, more rustic option that delivers natural charm at an affordable price point. This grade includes more visible knots and character markings, making it a popular choice for applications where a more organic, textured look is desired.

At Tidewater Lumber, we hand-select our #2 Cypress lumber for every order, ensuring consistent quality and appearance. Whether you're using it for siding, paneling, or trim, we strive to provide some of the finest #2 Grade Cypress available in the country.

Close-up of two light blonde cypress wood panels showing smooth vertical grain and pronounced growth-ring patterns, labeled Select Cypress with a © Tidewater Lumber and Moulding credit at the bottom.
Light-colored wooden planks laid horizontally with subtle grain patterns and a small dark knot near the center.
Select

Select Grade Cypress is prized for its clean, virtually knot-free appearance, offering a refined and elegant look ideal for high-end applications. Its consistent grain and smooth surface make it perfect for fine woodworking, cabinetry, trim, and any project where a sleek, polished finish is essential.

At Tidewater Lumber, we hand-select every board of Select Cypress to meet the highest standards of quality and visual appeal. Whether you're aiming for timeless interior detailing or a premium exterior installation, our Select Grade Cypress delivers unmatched beauty and performance.

Cypress Characteristics

Horizontal honey-colored wooden planks with visible grain and knots forming an interior wall or ceiling, with two large support beams visible at the top.
Close-up of a light wooden plank with vertical grain lines, darker streaks and several narrow cracks or wormhole-like markings.
Pecky Cypress

The heart of Cypress can be attacked by a fungus that causes a brown pocket rot. It is separated out for this distinct characteristic and sold under the name of Pecky Cypress. It is primarily used in high end custom homes or commercial projects. It is hard to come by and is sought after for its character and uniqueness.
The pecky area of the lumber does not continue to rot after the tree is cut down and the pocket does not affect the durability of the cypress.

Wide rectangular dark brown wooden plank with prominent grain patterns, a large knot at left and scattered darker streaks and weathered marks across the surface.
Dark brown stained wooden plank with visible grain patterns, a prominent knot on the left, and scattered dark scratches and gouges.
River Recover

River Recovered Cypress is a rare and storied wood, reclaimed from logs that sank during harvesting efforts over a century ago. Preserved in the oxygen-deprived riverbeds of the Southeast, these submerged logs have developed a rich, weathered character and deeper color tones that can’t be replicated with newly cut lumber. The grain is typically tighter and more refined, with a patina that reflects its long history beneath the water.

Highly sought after for its durability, natural resistance to rot, and one-of-a-kind appearance, River Recovered Cypress is ideal for premium applications like paneling, ceilings, custom furniture, and millwork. At Tidewater Lumber, we source this heritage material with care, offering clients a unique and sustainable option that brings historic charm and lasting beauty to any project.

We carry a selection of cypress for all your construction needs
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Proper Storage for Cypress Wood

Cypress siding should be stored on the jobsite under cover on dry sticks to keep it off ground and off the concrete. Interior cypress paneling should be stored inside the house with HVAC system running.

Both cypress siding and cypress paneling should acclimate to the job conditions for 10 days prior to installation for the highest quality finished product.

Sunlit wooden sauna interior with tiered slatted benches and vertical wood paneling, a wall-mounted thermometer/hygrometer, and a green frosted glass door patterned with leaves.

Cypress Lumber Pre-Finishing

We recommend factory finishing cypress lumber to our customers. This is a stain, paint, or clear coat, that covers all four sides of the board. This encapsulates the cypress board and helps it from picking up or losing moisture. It also saves time and money because your cypress lumber is coming with a top quality finish direct from us!

Our Cypress Gallery

Narrow wood-paneled hallway with tongue-and-groove walls and ceiling, a patterned runner on the wooden floor, a recessed ceiling light, and a large multi-pane window at the end showing bare trees and sunlight outside.
Open-plan kitchen with a large marble-topped island, light gray cabinetry and range hood, wood coffered ceiling with two black pendant lanterns, and wide-plank hardwood floors flowing into a bright, empty dining area with multiple windows.
Vertical light-brown wooden planks with warm, pronounced grain patterns and subtle knots forming a repeating natural texture.
Three large wooden boards leaning upright against a dark wall on a concrete floor, the center board light-colored with pronounced vertical grain, knots and darker streaks, flanked by a reddish board on the left and a paler board on the right.
Neutral-toned bedroom corner with an upholstered headboard and layered pillows on a bed dressed in a textured white quilt, a wooden nightstand holding potted plants, stacked books and a lamp beneath a small window, and a patterned rug on dark wood floors under exposed ceiling beams.
Cozy rustic living room with a vaulted wood-beamed ceiling and wrought-iron chandelier centered on a large stone fireplace filled with logs, flanked by tall grid-pane windows, neutral upholstered chairs and sofas arranged around the hearth, and a wooden console table with a planter of green plants in the foreground.
Horizontal light wooden wall planks with visible knots and grain, a rectangular electrical outlet opening on the left, and a soft diagonal shadow across the boards.
Unfinished pale wooden planks with vertical grooves, knots, and small holes laid side-by-side on a workshop workbench.
Rustic dining room featuring a large distressed light-wood paneled accent wall, a dark wooden table with a bowl of green moss balls, a square metal-framed chandelier, and a sideboard topped with candlesticks and decorative plates.
Cozy corner of a wood-paneled room featuring a patterned wingback armchair on a rug by a fireplace, built-in illuminated bookshelves with a recessed doorway revealing white cabinetry, and a small leather-topped bench along the paneled wall.
Sunlit wood-paneled entry hall with arched double glass doors and a brass lantern, herringbone wood floor with a patterned rug, a blue velvet settee with cushions beneath a colorful painting and a small side table holding books and a vase of flowers.
Interior wall of decorative wooden panels featuring spalted light wood with dark streaks and knots, framed by lighter molding, with a window on the left letting in daylight and a ceiling fan visible at the top left.
Empty room under renovation featuring light natural wood paneled walls and coffered ceiling, herringbone wood floor, two open doorways revealing white-painted adjacent rooms, and visible construction details like exposed wiring and floor outlets.

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