Advantages of using Cumaru Woods for decking Purpose

Cumaru or the Brazilian Teak is one of the outstanding materials that can take care of all your decking needs, with perfection. The species is a native of the jungles of South America, and thus, has natural instincts to protect itself from any kind of extreme weather conditions and attack from pests.

Cumaru finds itself much in demand these days, as a decking wood, or for interiors and even as a seating partner. The natural grains of the wood make it extremely attractive to look at after a coat of polish is applied to it.

There are several types of wood available in the market today. While oak, maple, and teak are some of the more exotic varieties, the South American species are taking over the market and stealing hearts like never before. Woods like Tigerwood and Cumaru have unique characteristics, which even the highest quality materials that we have been using possess only to a certain extent.

So, whichever is the quality you are assessing for, you will get the best for Cumaru. As a deck wood, you need a material that is resistant to most external elements and also the pests. The Brazilian teak is known to resist all kinds of problems relating to warping, and moisture. Similarly, the jungle species is known to have extraordinary skills in tackling the insects which try to attack their surface. The natural habitat of the species is what makes Cumaru a fierce competitor against moisture, heat, and pests. Cumaru, therefore, is highly durable.

Another excellent characteristic of the Cumaru wood is its beautiful color. The natural hues range from medium tan to a gorgeous and reddish brown color. Such natural tones make it easy to match your surroundings with perfection, to make the overall appearance of your deck outstanding.

As for the toughness of Cumaru, there is nothing to match for its hardness among the most popular materials used for decking. The Cumaru is much hardness than the Maple or Oak. Its hardness is one of the best features that make Cumaru a perfect wood for your decks around the house.

The only problem, though, with Cumaru is that although it can resist almost everything from moisture to pests, it reacts to the ultraviolet rays of the sun. However, with a simple UV protective coating, that neither changes the outside appearance or the texture of the wood, you can have the material protected for life.

Decking is something you need to give particular attention to, because it is prone to attacks from the elements of nature. So, ensure that you pick the correct material, to have a lifetime of service and low maintenance.

About the Author:

This article is written by Bruce Master. He gained an interest in woodworking at an early age. Bruce Master started working with contractors in the 1970s as a salesman at Ace Hardware in Miami. Over the years he discovered and fell in love with Brazilian woods. He has built decks, docks and specialty items using many of the Brazilian woods. Today, Bruce loves his job as Operations Manager for ABS Wood, a Brazilian wood retailer.