Best Wood Species for Outdoor Tables

If you are looking to build an outdoor table you want to use the best wood possible. When building an outdoor table you want something that can last for generations without too much maintenance and issues like splinters. Most people are familiar with the common softwood choices like Pressure Treated Pine, Cedar and Redwood. Softwoods …

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4 Cost Effective Ipe Wood Alternatives

Ipe wood has become increasingly popular for many reasons. It’s proven to last outdoors in harsh climates for 75 years or more with little to no maintenance. Hardwoods such as Ipe offer the following benefits: Not only is it one of the most durable exterior woods it’s also one of the most beautiful wood options. …

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How Long Does a Wood Deck Last

There are many wood choices to build a new deck with and some will last longer than others and offer less maintenance. When it comes to a deck built with wood most homeowners think of pressure treated pine. It’s the most cost effective wood option and is readily available in most local building supply stores. …

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Ipe Wood Suppliers – 11 Things You Should Know Before Ordering

The following tips we’ve had to compile and share with our readers and potential customers because we unfortunately receive phone calls from people saying I placed my order with “X” and this is what happened… Think Twice Before Ordering From a Drop-shipper! Here’s Why: 1. Cheapest Price = Cheaper Grade Wood Drop-shippers sometimes offer slightly lower …

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How to Seal Ipe Wood

Ipe wood does not need to be sealed like traditional softwoods such as redwood, pine and cedar. These softwoods have an open grain structure that allows water to penetrate deep into the wood cells like a sponge. As a result softwoods need a waterproofing sealer that forms a top coat to keep water from penetrating …

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