Frequently the wood of certain baldcypress trees contains pockets or localized area that have been attacked by a fungus. The decay caused by this fungus is arrested when the wood is cut into lumber and dried. Peck cypress, therefore, is durable and useful where water tightness is unnecessary, and appearance is not important or a novel effect is desired. Examples of such usage are as paneling in restaurants, stores, and other buildings. Baldcypress has moderate strength, hardness and pliability.
Sharp tools are necessary to prevent raised grain.
It nails and glues well and is high in paint holding ability. Moderately resistant to preservative treatment. Baldcypress has been used principally for building construction, especially where resistance to decay is required. It was used for beams, posts, and other members in docks, warehouses, factories, bridges, and heavy construction. It is well suited for siding and porch construction.