Natural wood is an excellent choice for adding warmth and texture to garden structures such as pergolas, fences, decks, and trellises. Although most of the woods used in outdoor spaces they are chemically treated to keep them looking good, some have naturally superior strength and can be used outdoors without chemical treatment.
From an environmental point of view, wood is a great option when sourced locally and sustainably. In addition, American and European researchers agree that one of the best ways to help reduce global temperature is by building wooden houses and buildings.
According to Germany’s Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, this finding shows that wood replaces other materials in urban construction and could have twice the benefits for climate stabilization.
Scientists say that if wood could be used to build the homes needed for millions of urban dwellers expected by 2050, it would mean that large cities could become carbon dioxide reservoirs, a kind of warehouse in which they would save up to 700 million tons of carbon per year.
Outdoor resistant woods
Naturally tough woods that are commercially available include black locust, teak, ipe, California redwood, and bald cypress. These have the greatest resistance to rotting over time.
Ipe wood deserves a special mention. It is extremely dense and wears beautifully over time to a light silver gray. Other hardwoods include loblolly pine and western red cedar.
So if you plan to build a terrace or furnish your outdoor spaces, select materials that resist heat, cold and rain and are also capable of resisting rot and pests like these woods. In addition to creating visually aesthetic spaces, you will be contributing to the environment.
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