With an attractive curved back and comfortable armrests, the Coral Coast Richmond Curved Back 4 ft. Outdoor Wood Bench will make a great addition to your outdoor area. It's crafted of durable red shorea (red lauan), a tropical hardwood, so it will withstand wear and the elements. Galvanized steel bolts further ensure its quality. This bench holds up to 500 pounds, and with quick, easy assembly, you'll be enjoying its beauty in no time. About Shorea Wood and Linseed Oil Shorea is possibly the best wood choice for outdoor furniture. Related to Burma teak, this hardwood grows naturally and plentifully in the Pacific Rim countries. Because shorea is dense, heavy, and hard, and contains an abundance of natural oils, it is highly resistant to rot, bug infestation, weather, and marring. Shorea (red lauan) wood will have variations is color - from a red to a yellow cast.