The Durable Choice

Durability has long been one of the outstanding qualities of cypness. The reason is a natural preservative oil known as "cypressene," which gives the heartwood r€sistance to insects and decay.

Cypress' longwity is welldocumented. Given a suitable surface treatment, today's cypress has excellent durability- generally superior compared to other types of wood siding. It holds paint well and is in the group of woods offering the highest resistance to the elements.

Cypress presents ferp problems with knots, and with a clear protective finish, it acquires a fine, natural look.

Cypress siding adds just the right touch ofcharacter in coastal areas. Yet it distinguishes all environments with a rare and singularquality.