Antique River Recovered® Heart Cypress is original-growth Bald Cypress, logged 200 years ago and, like heart pine, was presumed lost. Commonly living to over 1,000 years if left to grow and towering over 100 feet, these were the true giants of the southeastern swamps. Sometimes the tree produced a real specialty product--pecky wood.

Old foresters say a fungus caused the "pecky" textured appearance of some original-growth river-recovered® heart cypress. 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. This wonderful grain adds interest and texture and was a famed focal point of many Addison Meisner homes of the early 20th century.

Characteristics

• Warm honey through cinnamon tan to light chocolate tones
• 'Pecky' areas and a blend of vertical and feathery grain patterns
• Narrow elliptical areas in a random pattern down the face of the board
• 100 percent heartwood
• At least 8 growth rings per inch
• No knots over 1-1/2"
• 690 on the Janka scale comparable to Douglas fir (660)

Dimensions

• Paneling, widths from 2-1/4" to 9" face or custom, available in widths up to 10 inches
• Lumber up to 2" x 14"
• Beams up to 12" x 12"
• Wider widths for slabs and mantles, up to 40 inches wide
• Architectural Millwork is full thickness, e.g., Crown: 3/4x5-1/2

Milling

• Paneling standard lengths are 3' and longer and milling is available in V-joint, Single-bead or Double-bead or custom.
• Custom milling patterns and specific lengths are available for an additional cost.