Ipe Decking

How Does Cumaru Wood Compare to Other Decking Options?

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Whenever we get people who ask us about how Cumaru compares to Ipe, we give two analogies. Which is the better sports car? A Ferrari, or a Lamborghini? Who was a better boxer? Muhammad Ali, or Mike Tyson? In terms of performance, both Cumaru and Ipe hold their own against the elements. A surprising fact …

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The Future of Decking…Is it Man-Made?

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I have seen the future of decking….and it is not plastic. From looking over many of the exhibits at the International Builders Show in Orlando, FL, it was apparent there are a ton of composite decking companies there. There were the familiar names and a bunch from overseas countries like China. Despite the elaborate displays …

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DIY Deck Building at its Finest – Ipe Deck in Utah

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Take one look at this deck… With the right decking, plans, and a heckuva lot of willpower, the owner of this home created one of the nicest decks we’ve seen in a long time. Using 5/4×6 Ipe decking, this deck has all the features one wants in a deck: Durability, Resilience, Low-Maintenance, and Genuine Beauty. …

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5/4×6 Ipe Decking – A Reliable & Sturdy Wood Decking Choice

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5/4x6 Ipe Wood
The "net" finished dimensions of 5/4x6 S4S E4E.

5/4×6 wood decking is a superior sized deck board for many reasons. The extra thickness provides increased structural stability, a more rigid surface, and is ideal for all exterior applications.

5/4 x 6 Ipe wood decking has given many homeowners a solid, reliable surface that hardly ever has to be tended to, if ever. If you’re looking for decking materials for any deck projects that is going to be installed close to the ground, just having that extra 1/4″ is essential. For instance,   if you’re about to construct a deck, your contractor should insist on buying 5/4×6 hardwood. Why?

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10 Things You Can Build with Ipe Wood

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Pergola made of Ipe Wood
This Pergola made of ipe wood will last for decades and will stand up to the everyday stresses of a hot and humid tropical environment.

Ipe wood can be useful and dependable in many applications. Because this exotic hardwood is so durable it can be used in a wide variety of outdoor applications. With high strength characteristics such as mold, decay, and insect resistance, you can build with confidence and create a truly noteworthy structure of your very own.

Here are the 10 things you can build with Ipe (specifically ipe boards that run from 3′ to 7′):

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