Black Locust Decking brings together strength and beauty in a way few materials can. Tougher than composites and naturally resistant to rot -without a single chemical - it’s built to last for generations. Grown right here in the USA, it offers contractors the reliability they need and homeowners the timeless look they want for their outdoor spaces. With nationwide shipping, your deck boards arrive right at your job site or front door.
Where Black Locust really stands out is its ability to resist rot. The heartwood is rich in natural compounds—flavonoids and a preservative called robinin—that protect it from the fungi and bacteria that typically break down lumber. In fact, the USDA Forest Products Laboratory rates Black Locust as “exceptionally decay-resistant.”
No imports. No rainforest harvesting. We ship Black Locust decking to builders and homeowners nationwide. Request a free quote or sample and we’ll send it to you.
In addition to shipping throughout the entire north-east, we have sent many decks to Texas, Louisiana, California and Washington State.
Black Locust is naturally harder than oak and ranks right alongside teak -without the high price tag. That means a surface that resists dents, scratches, and everyday wear.
When it comes to strength, Black Locust outperforms traditional pine decking and even synthetic plastic boards. In practical terms, this means your deck can handle more weight, span wider gaps, and stay solid for decades—all without chemical treatments.
Sustainable, safe, and eco-friendly.
Black locust is one of few trees that can take nitrogen from the air and place it in the soil (through the roots) for other trees and plants to use as food. As a fast growing hardwood, it is the ideal tree to plant when reforesting cleared land.
Holds up in the elements with minimal upkeep.
Black Locust Decking does not require any finishing after installation, however if you would like to preserve the color of the wood, you can stain it.
| Feature | Black Locust | Trex/Composites | Ipe/Teak | Pressure Treated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Material | ✅ 100% Wood | ❌ Plastic Blend | ✅ Hardwood | ✅ Softwood |
| Chemical-Free | ✅ Yes | ❌ Synthetic Resins | ❌ Often Treated | ❌ Treated With Toxins |
| Durability & Rot Resistant | ✅ High | ⚠️ Moderate | ✅ High | ❌ Low |
| Sustainability | ✅ USA-Grown | ❌ Imports/Plastic | ❌ Imported | ✅ Domestic, but Short-Lived |
| Cost | $ Affordable | $$ Medium | $$$ Expensive | $ Cheap Upfront |
| Maintenance | Minimal | Low | Moderate/High | Highs |
Our Black Locust decking boards aren’t just sustainable - they’re milled to spec. With nationwide shipping, long lengths, and heavy-duty options, we’ve got you covered from backyard builds to commercial installs.
We ship Black Locust decking nationwide for both builders and homeowners. Most in-stock orders leave our yard within a week, but if you’re on a tighter timeline, just let us know. We’ll do our best to make it happen.
Why Kingdom Forestry?
Kingdom Forestry Products is a premier Black Locust Decking manufacturer, shipping nationwide. The Locust we supply is purchased directly from local land owners in log form throughout the northeast. We custom cut all of the logs on our partners sawmill and then kiln dry the material. The dried lumber is then milled into deck boards, flooring and any other millwork profile your project may need.
With over twenty-five years of engineering and project management experience, we offer a complimentary mechanical engineering service to review your project drawings. For larger commercial projects we can provide engineering consultation or full engineering design.
