When you combine strength, beauty, and function into one species of wood, it's bound to earn such an outstanding reputation. Ipe decking has done just that. All of its desirable characteristics come together to create a deck that will last over 75 years.
Here's why Ipe makes such a great choice for decking material:
All the Ipe decking you order from us is hand-inspected to ensure the highest quality, and we only import from managed forests owned by resposible harvesters. For more information about this amazing wood, or to see some pictures of beautiful Ipe decks, click through the tabs above. If Ipe is the right lumber option for you, then contact us to buy Ipe decking or request a free price quote.
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Description |
Ipe heartwood is olive-brown with lighter or darker streaks. Grain is straight to irregular with a low to medium luster. The pores appear as fine yellow dots and contain yellowish lapachol powder which turns deep red in alkaline solutions. Texture is fine and appears oily. Fine ripple marks may be present. Weight varies between 60 lbs to 75 lbs per cu. ft. Kiln dried Ipe is for interior use. Kiln dried lumber outside will expand. Air dried Ipe is for exterior use. Air dried lumber inside will shrink. |
Country of Origin |
South America (Brazil) |
Botanical Name |
Tabebuia spp. |
Other Names |
Pau D'Arco, Ipe Tabaco, Yellow Poui, Bethabara, Pau Lope®, Ironwood® |
Mechanical Properties |
Very high strength in all categories. Resistant to bending. A very strong, tough, resilient wood. |
Janka |
3680 |
Working Properties |
Difficult to saw and carbide tipped blades are recommended. Reduced cutting angle required for planing or molding. Pre-drilling required for nailing. Holds screws well. Stains and polishes well. Eye and face masks prevent machine dust irritation. |
Durability |
Very high resistance to all insect and fungal attacks and is very durable. Extremely resistant to preservative treatment. |
Seasoning |
Dries rapidly with slight warping, cupping, twisting and end checking. Slow kiln drying is recommended. Very small movement. |
Uses |
Ideal for bridges, naval construction, and dock work, exterior construction, etc. It is also used for turning, factory flooring, tool handles, archery bows, walking sticks, fishing rods, cabinet work, and veneers. It is considered by many to be the best choice for decking material in the world. |
Comments |
Specific gravity is 1.08. This wood is so dense that it does not float! |
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* Tongue & Groove is for use under covered porches ONLY
Decking sold in even and odd lengths between 6' to 20'.
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Add an additional upcharge of $0.10 per linear foot for 8–14 foot lengths.
Add $0.80 per linear foot for 15–18 foot lengths.
Add $1.00 per linear foot for 19–20 foot lengths.
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