{"id":17615,"date":"2024-08-10T18:16:08","date_gmt":"2024-08-10T18:16:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/?p=17615"},"modified":"2025-11-28T21:49:15","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T21:49:15","slug":"outdoor-furniture-materials-guide-frames-tabletops-wood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/outdoor-furniture-materials-guide-frames-tabletops-wood\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Woods for Outdoor Furniture"},"content":{"rendered":"<div role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Table of Contents\" class=\"simpletoc shadedbg wp-block-simpletoc-toc\"><h2 class=\"simpletoc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"simpletoc-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#what-type-of-wood-for-outdoor-furniture-is-best\">What type of wood for outdoor furniture is best?<\/a>\n\n\n<ul><li>\n<a href=\"#teak\">Teak<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#shorea\">Shorea<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#eucalyptus\">Eucalyptus<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#ipe\">Ipe<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#white-oak\">White Oak<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#other-hardwoods\">Other hardwoods<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li><a href=\"#wood-a-timeless-and-durable-material\">Wood &#8211; A timeless and durable material<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Wood has been a popular raw material for furniture for millennia. It has a natural beauty, is generally easy to work with and provides a sturdy framework for tables, chairs, benches and other furnishings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, not all woods are created equal when it comes to outdoor usage. In this section of our comprehensive guide, we explore which kind of wood is best for patio furniture use and explore the pros and cons of the materials.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-type-of-wood-for-outdoor-furniture-is-best\">What type of wood for outdoor furniture is best?<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>When it comes to wood material, you are faced with two choices: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laver.co.uk\/blog\/hardwood-vs-softwood-whats-the-difference.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">softwood and hardwood<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many softwoods, such as pressure-treated pine, cedar and fir are inexpensive and widely used for indoor furnishings, but do not stand up well to the elements and need constant protection when not in use. Pressure-treated woods are no more water-resistant than their untreated forms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hardwoods, on the other hand, are much heartier, resist weather damage and can last decades if treated properly. Typically, water-resistant woods are inherently dense and rich in oil. On the downside, they are often more difficult to shape and are typically more expensive than softwoods. But, there are major differences between hardwoods too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let us take a closer look at the best types of hardwood for deck furniture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"702\" height=\"468\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-teak.webp\" alt=\"Round teak patio table with slats and a flower pot in the center\" class=\"wp-image-17516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-teak.webp 702w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-teak-333x222.webp 333w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-teak-240x160.webp 240w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-teak-113x75.webp 113w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-teak-440x293.webp 440w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-teak-452x301.webp 452w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-teak-500x333.webp 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-teak-670x447.webp 670w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-teak-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"teak\">Teak<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Is teak good for outdoor furniture? The answer is a resounding yes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/patio-furniture\/teak-patio-furniture.html\">Teak<\/a> is easily the most popular wood choice for outdoor furniture. This species of wood has many characteristics that make it ideally suited for outdoor applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, it is incredibly strong and doesn\u2019t warp, crack or become brittle like many kinds of wood. This is because teak repels most water and does not expand or contract in the drying process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Second, it has a <strong>high natural oil content<\/strong>, which makes it highly resistant to damage from rot, decay and insects. This durability against the elements enables teak to last the longest \u2013 up to <em>fifty years<\/em>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its gorgeous honey-brown color can be maintained with minimal oiling, or it can patina into an attractive silver-gray over time, if left untreated. Most <a href=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/best-luxury-outdoor-furniture-brands\/\">patio furniture brands<\/a> have at least a few pieces made from this handsome wood. Scandinavian manufacturers like Gloster and Skargaarden embrace teak\u2019s natural beauty and utilize its inherent strength to design artistic graceful collections of outdoor lounge and dining furniture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Teak furniture is also relatively easy to care for and can be cleaned with mild soap and water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group shadedbg\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>PROS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Durable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resistant to weather, decay &amp; insects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No cracking or warping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy to care for<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>CONS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>High price due to limited availability and high demand<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"702\" height=\"468\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-shorea.webp\" alt=\"Cross-sections of shorea wood (a.k.a. mernti) stumps with bark\" class=\"wp-image-17521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-shorea.webp 702w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-shorea-333x222.webp 333w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-shorea-240x160.webp 240w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-shorea-113x75.webp 113w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-shorea-440x293.webp 440w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-shorea-452x301.webp 452w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-shorea-500x333.webp 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-shorea-670x447.webp 670w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-shorea-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"shorea\">Shorea<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>This reddish-gold Southeast Asian material is one of the few hardwoods that is stronger and heavier than teak. Exposure to heat actually improves its strength (<strong>modus of rupture<\/strong>) and flexibility (<strong>modus of elasticity<\/strong>) [Noh &amp; Ahmad 2017].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Harvesting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.housedigest.com\/987980\/what-is-shorea-wood\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">shorea<\/a> (a.k.a. <strong>meranti<\/strong>) is highly regulated to ensure that it is sustainable, like many of the other hardwoods. It also has a high oil content that protects it against insects, minimizes rotting and minimizes weather damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like teak, shorea becomes a silver-gray patina if it is not oiled regularly and lasts up to fifty years. However, it has a much lower price. The only major drawback for shorea is that, due in part to public unfamiliarity, few retailers sell it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns shadedbg is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>PROS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strength<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weather-resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insect-resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eco-friendly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cost-effective versus teak<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>CONS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Limited commercial availability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"702\" height=\"468\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-eucalyptus.webp\" alt=\"Layers of light grained eucalyptus wood rings\" class=\"wp-image-17520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-eucalyptus.webp 702w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-eucalyptus-333x222.webp 333w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-eucalyptus-240x160.webp 240w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-eucalyptus-113x75.webp 113w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-eucalyptus-440x293.webp 440w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-eucalyptus-452x301.webp 452w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-eucalyptus-500x333.webp 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-eucalyptus-670x447.webp 670w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-eucalyptus-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"eucalyptus\">Eucalyptus<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>How does eucalyptus wood hold up outdoors?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This strong Australian hardwood is fast-growing, lasts a long time and offers significant cost savings versus teak. This makes it a great option for those looking for more affordable outdoor wood furniture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its naturally washed appearance has a rustic appeal, which will develop into a silver patina unless oiled regularly. It is weather and rot resistant and its oil acts as a natural insecticide. However, a sealant is recommended to improve the resistance of eucalyptus to pests and minimize the negative impact of uneven moisture retention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group shadedbg\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>PROS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Durable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insect and rot-resistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eco-friendly sustainable growth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cost-effective<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>CONS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Susceptible to marine and pinhole borers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vulnerable to cracking if untreated with a sealant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"702\" height=\"468\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-ipe.webp\" alt=\"Reddish brown ipe hardwood deck surrounded by stones with white all-weather wicker chairs\" class=\"wp-image-17518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-ipe.webp 702w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-ipe-333x222.webp 333w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-ipe-240x160.webp 240w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-ipe-113x75.webp 113w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-ipe-440x293.webp 440w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-ipe-452x301.webp 452w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-ipe-500x333.webp 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-ipe-670x447.webp 670w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-ipe-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ipe\">Ipe<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Central and South American ipe (a.k.a. <strong>ironwood<\/strong>), unlike many of its hardwood counterparts, has a deep rich colored grain that fades slower when exposed to weathering [Jankowska, Reder, Go\u0142ofit 2017].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has a high natural oil content, which helps it resist insects, decomposition and various forms of fungi. Its hard, dense structure fortifies it against physical damage such as denting, warping and cracking. Ipe wood is good for outdoor furniture and can last up to forty years, but it <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wood-database.com\/ipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">requires much preparation<\/a> when cut and glued together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group shadedbg\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>PROS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Durable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resistant to pests and fungi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>CONS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Difficult to work with<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"702\" height=\"468\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-white-oak.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of cross-sections of white oak wood\" class=\"wp-image-17519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-white-oak.webp 702w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-white-oak-333x222.webp 333w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-white-oak-240x160.webp 240w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-white-oak-113x75.webp 113w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-white-oak-440x293.webp 440w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-white-oak-452x301.webp 452w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-white-oak-500x333.webp 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-white-oak-670x447.webp 670w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/materials-outdoor-furniture-white-oak-600x400.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"white-oak\">White Oak<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>This abundant wood is stronger and harder than most and lasts for decades. It has long been used to build boats, due to its structural ability to repel water, which also helps it resist rot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, it doesn\u2019t possess much oil and needs paint or a sealant to retain its durability. Over time, untreated white oak develops an attractive gray patina.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group shadedbg\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>PROS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strong<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water-proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rot-resistant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>CONS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Low oil content<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"other-hardwoods\">Other hardwoods<\/h3>\n\n\n<p>There are several other hardwoods that share some of the positive qualities of teak at a much lower price point. However, they also have drawbacks relative to the hardwoods mentioned above:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reddish-brown <strong>acacia<\/strong> (a.k.a. <strong>locust<\/strong>) is readily available but is more likely to warp or crack than shorea or eucalyptus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Roble<\/strong> is scarce, lightweight and lasts half as long as teak.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>African <strong>iroko<\/strong> is very hard to work with, easily splinters and blunts woodworking tools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mahogany<\/strong> has a beautiful reddish tint, but is coarse, requires a lot of maintenance and doesn\u2019t handle rot as well as teak.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wood-a-timeless-and-durable-material\">Wood &#8211; A timeless and durable material<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Wood furniture adds a touch of timeless elegance to any outdoor space. With its durability, resistance and natural beauty, wood can elevate your patio or deck for years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While teak may be on the pricier side, it stands out as the <strong>best all-around option<\/strong> for its exceptional weather resistance and minimal maintenance requirements. When choosing wood furniture, consider the trade-offs between cost, maintenance and desired aesthetic to find the perfect fit for your outdoor oasis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep reading our next chapter to learn if metals like steel are good for deck furniture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>References<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Noh, N. I. F. M., &amp; Ahmad, Z. (2017, November). <a href=\"https:\/\/iopscience.iop.org\/article\/10.1088\/1757-899X\/271\/1\/012060\/pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Heat treatment on keruing and light red meranti: The effect of heat exposure at different levels of temperature on bending strength properties. In IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering (Vol. 271, No. 1, p. 012060). IOP Publishing.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jankowska, A., Reder, M., &amp; Go\u0142ofit, T. (2017). <a href=\"http:\/\/www.woodresearch.sk\/wr\/201704\/04.pdf\">COMPARATIVE STUDY OF WOOD COLOR STABILITY USING ACCELERATED WEATHERING PROCESS AND INFRARED SPECTROSCOPY. WOOD RESEARCH, 62(4), 549-556.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<section class=\"gb-block-post-grid featuredpost aligncenter\"><h2 class=\"gb-post-grid-section-title\">Guide Sections<\/h2><div class=\"gb-post-grid-items is-grid columns-2\"><article id=\"post-17608\" class=\"gb-post-grid-item post-17608 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail category-featured category-guide-outdoor-materials category-guides category-outdoor-furniture tag-guide-outdoor-materials entry\"><div class=\"gb-block-post-grid-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/outdoor-furniture-materials-guide\/\" rel=\"bookmark\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"333\" height=\"222\" src=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ultimate-guide-outdoor-furniture-materials-333x222.webp\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Brown outdoor wicker sectional sofa with round white topped coffee table on deck near a swimming pool\" srcset=\"https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ultimate-guide-outdoor-furniture-materials-333x222.webp 333w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ultimate-guide-outdoor-furniture-materials-240x160.webp 240w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ultimate-guide-outdoor-furniture-materials-113x75.webp 113w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ultimate-guide-outdoor-furniture-materials-440x293.webp 440w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ultimate-guide-outdoor-furniture-materials-452x301.webp 452w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ultimate-guide-outdoor-furniture-materials-500x333.webp 500w, https:\/\/decoroutdoor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ultimate-guide-outdoor-furniture-materials-670x447.webp 670w, 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class=\"gb-block-post-grid-excerpt\"><\/div><\/div><\/article>\n<\/div><\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Not all woods are created equal when it comes to outdoor usage. 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