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Mr. Ipe Hardwood 
Not many people know this, but Brazilian Teak aka Cumaru has very similar properties to ipe. With a Janka hardness rating of 3540, Brazilian Teak is almost as strong as ipe and is a lot more affordable, too!
By far, the biggest reason why Cumaru is gaining in popularity is the cost.
Lumber enthusiasts and woodworkers, it’s time to dust off the lathe… Advantage Trim & Lumber is now selling over 55 species of lumber online at the ATL Hardwood Store. We also have thinwoods in stock. Here’s a list of some of the lumber species currently available: White Oak Red Oak Ambrosia Maple Hard Maple Soft …
Most people are led to believe that only metal, or plastic decking are viable waterproof decking solutions. Frankly, I think the manufacturer’s of these products are missing the point. When a mother is searching online for waterproof decking, she’s not looking for material that allows water to sit idly on its surface. She’s looking for material that is proven to keep her kids safe around the family pool. It’s hard to imagine a more slippery surface than a metal or plastic deck. There’s a reason why hotels and cruise ships use wood decking species like Ipe, Tigerwood, Cumaru or Garapa around their pools.
Hardwood decking is perfect for your in-ground, or above ground pool for a number of reasons. Not only is it more affordable Contractors across the country know that these species have benefits that composite and PVC materials just can’t match.
Hardwood waterproof decking will:
With over 30 years of service, AdvantageLumber.com has amassed a large number of worldwide sales and loyal customers. During that time, we make sure we don’t take you for granted. We are constantly reviewing our processes to maintain the highest level of efficiency. From seed to harvest and from milling to your door no stone …
Regular subscribers to the monthly Advantage Trim & Lumber newsletter receive some pretty nice benefits. Every month, you can receive exclusive newsletter-only savings opportunities on decking, flooring, and lumber. You’ll also read how-to tips and articles. These articles focus on ways to extend the life of the wood products in your home. One of the …
We now have a section of our main site that focuses on worldwide projects that feature decking, flooring, and siding from Advantage Trim & Lumber. These project showcase the design potential of hardwoods like Ipe, Tigerwood, Cumaru, and Garapa.They also clearly reveal that there is nothing like genuine wood decking. There’s a reason why some …
So, you’re ready to start building a deck. You’ve decided on the decking material, general design, and even the spindles that match your choice of hardwood decking. One problem…
Whenever you open a tool box it’s like reading Latin. It’s dead to you. So, if hiring a deck builder is a no-brainer, how do you find one that will get the job done right?. After all, you could try your hand at this massive home improvement project, but if you’re uncomfortable around table saws, it’s probably best to hire a professional. But what do you look for in a deck builder? What questions must you ask before hiring a deck builder?
Here are the questions you to ask while interviewing local deck builders (Also available as a .pdf download: Deck Builder Interview Checklist):