Poplar Patio Furniture

Yellow poplar trees grow taller than any other US hardwood species and they are members of the magnolia family. Poplar lumber is being used more often in furniture construction. Poplar is less expensive than cedar or redwood but is just as strong. Poplar has a smoother grain surface than pine, redwood or cedar making it an excellent choice for painting. Poplar is not as water and disease resistant as cedar or redwood however. We offer the poplar furniture as an alternative the more expensive cedar and redwood because of the cost.

• Does not warp as much as other wood. This means the boards will not dis form because of warping from sun and water as much as other woods. Poplar does not absorb water as other woods can.
  


• Holds and maintains stain - Poplar patio furniture holds and maintains stains and finishes better the most other woods. Poplar has a smother grain that allows the stains and finishes to bond to the wood more effectively.
  


• Poplar has unique yellow/white color - The color of Poplar lumber can vary depending on where the Poplar originated from.
  


• Changes color to a light brown/grey over time
  

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