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Sarasota, FL Location Receives FSC Certification

August 14, 2015August 11, 2015 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Our Sarasota, Florida location is proud to announce that it has obtained the coveted FSC certification. This is our second plant to obtain FSC certification; the first being in Grover, North Carolina. Our Ipe Decking and other hardwood species come from responsibly managed forest. Obtaining a second FSC certification only strengthens our commitment to sustainable …

Hardwood vs. Softwood: What’s the difference?

July 7, 2015July 7, 2015 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Would you be surprised if I told you that the difference between hardwood and softwood has nothing to do with the hardness of the wood? It seems like a complete misnomer, but let me explain.

The Case for Solid Wood Products

July 15, 2015June 16, 2015 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Wood. The mere mention of the word draws up images of sawdust, lumberjacks, and carpenters creating art from something as simple as a log. Its value has always been known, and throughout centuries it’s been a prized material for fuel, construction, and art. With the advent of modern technology, however, wood use has declined in the American home.

Wood of the Month: Alder

March 8, 2022April 6, 2015 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Alder is classified as a domestic hardwood; on the Janka hardness scale, it beats poplar and pine. Its appearance is light brown mixed with varied red tones and a straight grain pattern. This straight pattern provides a clean finished look for many projects. As Alder ages, it darkens and reddens unlike other woods that tend …

Wood Flooring from AdvantageLumber.com

March 11, 2015March 11, 2015 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

By now, most people have heard the recent news about formaldehyde levels in laminate flooring made in China. Formaldehyde is a known carcinogen at high levels and regulations set forth by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) have limited formaldehyde levels in products such as laminate and engineered wood flooring.

Brazilian Hardwood Slabs

June 7, 2023March 10, 2015 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

After much anticipation, our slabs of Brazilian Cherry (Jatoba) and Tigerwood have arrived in our factory. These slabs allow the characteristics of the tree to stand out, showing every layer from the bark to the heartwood. They are perfect for making furniture, table tops, or counters, and will create a natural, elegant atmosphere wherever the finished piece is placed.

Wood of the Month: Curly Soft Maple

February 9, 2015February 9, 2015 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Our February wood of the month is curly soft maple. A highly acclaimed wood, curly soft maple delivers stunning looks for furniture and musical instruments. Curly soft maple isn’t a separate species of maple; it’s actually just regular soft maple with a unique, curly grain pattern. This pattern is also known as tiger, rippled, and fiddleback.