Each piece is made of beautiful Western Red Cedar with its knotty look and gorgeous colorful wood grains. This species of cedar has magical properties. It is bacteria and fungus resistant, which ensures long life. It is lightweight and 80% the strength of Oak, making Western Red Cedar a most desirable wood for building outdoor furniture. Another property of Western Red Cedar is its thermal co-efficiency, which means that even on the hottest of summer days the chair is cool to sit in.