What is Comparable to Burmese Teak?

You may have noticed that this blog mentions teak quite a bit. This is because we often get people asking us what alternatives there are to one specific species of this popular hardwood, Burmese Teak. There are many high-quality and affordable alternatives to Burmese Teak. Ipe Wood Cumaru Tigerwood  Garapa  Massaranduba Plantation Teak These six …

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Gap Spacing for Ipe Decking

You might be surprised to know that hardwood breathes. Well, not literally, but throughout the course of the year hardwood decking will absorb and release moisture from the air. This process makes the wood expand and contract. So, when installing hardwoods like ipe decking, it’s important to know how to properly space each deck board …

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Build a Garden Bridge with Ipe Decking

Did you know that ipe decking makes great garden bridge material? Now, I am not just talking about the Brooklyn Bridge (which also uses ipe for its boardwalk). I am talking about building a bridge in your backyard area that goes over a pond, or garden. If you have seen those backyard renovation programs on …

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Buy Ipe Decking Online from AdvantageLumber.com

We’re proud to introduce a new, easy, and affordable way to buy ipe decking. After doing much research and upon the request of our loyal customers, we have developed a Hardwood Store unlike any other. Currently, you can buy ipe decking from the comfort of your home. So, if at 2AM, you decide to build …

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