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Q. How durable is Cypress?
A. Cypress is extremely resistant
to both insects and decay due to the wood’s own natural
preservative cypressine. Ancient Egyptians used cypress to
make pharaoh’s caskets.
In the Middle Ages, craftsmen used cypress to carve
cathedral
doors. Today, cypress is used in home construction, docks,
beams, decks, flooring, paneling, roof and
house shingles
and siding.
| Issues |
Good |
Better |
Best |
| Insect Resistance |
Pine |
Cedar |
Cypress |
| Decay/Rot |
Pine |
Cedar |
Cypress |
| Weathering |
Pine |
Cedar |
Cypress |
| Durability |
Pine |
Cedar |
Cypress |
| Weight |
Cypress |
Pine |
Cedar |
| Shrink/Warp |
Pine |
Cedar |
Cypress |
| Check/Cracks |
Cedar |
Pine |
Cypress |
| Stability |
Pine |
Cedar |
Cypress |
Q. Have you sealed the wood, if not, should
I seal the wood?
A. We have not sealed the wood or treated
it with any chemicals. We do not recommend sealing the
wood
if you
are planning
to grow edible plants. Over time the sealer can break
down and
leach into the soil and
into the roots of your plants.
When cypress is left in it natural state, it will weather
to a
silver gray color.
Q. Will I have trouble with the
beds warping?
A. Our cypress is kiln dried; therefore it
has little or no tendency to warp, twist, or cup.
Q. Everything that says "No Tool Assembly" ends up needing a tool of some sort. What is
required for your beds?
A. The only tool you need is one to cut the tape from the shipment boxes. That tool can even be a butterknife.
Q. Since it is natural wood, will I need help carrying these parts to my planting location?
A. No. Your garden beds will arrive in a single box or multiple, depending on your order. Once you have opened
the packages, you may carry as many pieces that are the most managelable for you. Cypress is a very durable,but
lightweight wood and is very easily handled.
Q. What purpose does the dovetail function on the posts and wall sets serve?
A. The natural shape of the dovetail is a triangle-like shape. This allows the wall sets to slide down into the
post but also provide a locking mechanism for the raised beds. This concept is why you do not need nails, screws
or any other fasteners for these beds. No matter what is placed into the garden beds, the posts will not separate
from the wall sets
Q. What purpose does the tongue and groove on the wall sets serve?
A. Most people think that a raised garden bed is simple to make and no science in it at all. The tongue and
groove or (top, middle & bottom boards) serve as a way to keep the boards from bowing or pushing away from
each other. It's a stabilizer so that the wall sets maintain perfect alignment no matter how much dirt is placed
inside the raised beds.
Q. How
soon can I expect
my
order?
A. Most orders are processed and shipped the same
day as we receive them. We will provide you with
a link to
UPS and the UPS tracking number for you to check
the progression
of your shipment.
Q. Final question, why should I buy your product?
A.This probably the hardest easy question that I have ever been asked. Bluegrass Garden Beds was designed
by my father, whom I have great respect and admiration for his innovational ideas. I'm a small business that
still strives for perfection when dealing with our product and our customer service. I love taking something
raw and uncut and turning it into something beautiful that someone else may enjoy for themselves or with
their family members. Gardening is more than a hobby, it's a passion. For most, it is a way of life. My passion
for making these garden beds is only paralleled by those who use them. I hope that I can make the passion
of gardening continue in those who have lived it and spark the passion for those who have yet to enjoy it.
If you have any other questions
or concerns email them to us at bwyatt@bluegrassgardenbeds.com
or call (270) 217.8194
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