Has anyone actually had collar wood rot?

[DickSledge]

Gearing up to build my keezer next week. I'm psyched! :rockin:

Trying to decide what wood to use for the collar. Some here have said that cedar is preferable for the inner collar because of its rot-resistance. Others say to use whatever is cheapest. Honestly, I can't remember any talk about wood rot that was not speculation. That is, nobody I've seen has claimed to have actually lost a collar from rot.

What's the current consensus? Has anyone actually experienced rotting on the inner collar, or will I be fine with whitewood (at least for the lifespan of an Idyllis chest freezer)?

 

[passedpawn]

I used composite lumber (plastic). It's good forever. Probably not necessary since I'm not going to be here forever, but I like to do things as good as possible, even if it costs me a extra $2.

 

[SEndorf]

I think your compressor will rot before the collar does...
I just used 2X4's on the inside and white birch on the outside.