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How Long Will Ipe Wood Last?

May 17, 2022October 11, 2018 by theipeguy

When someone first hears about Ipe wood and that it can last 70 plus years outdoors with no chemicals they don’t believe you. However it’s true and proven to last 70 years and longer. In fact Ipe was used on the Coney Island boardwalk and lasted for 70 years before it was ripped up. It …

Easy Fix For Porch Leaking Into Basement

August 29, 2022July 18, 2018 by theipeguy

Years ago, many homes in the Northeast had front porches built directly over the basement foundation. The only thing holding back the cold snowy weather and the rain was 1 inch thick tongue and groove pressure treated porch decking that was painted to seal it from the elements and keep the water out. This is …

Ipe Hardwood Siding For Your Business

January 5, 2016 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Customers are attracted to businesses that look great and stand out. But standing out is difficult when you use the same materials as other businesses. One way to outshine the competition is to use a natural hardwood like Ipe for siding. Wood radiates a welcoming environment and evokes wholesome emotions that other materials can’t replicate.

Deck Installation Tips for Floor Joists

December 16, 2014January 7, 2014 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Installing sleepers can be tricky, but it is a great solution when you cant build an entire joist system. — Installing sleepers can be tricky, but it is a great solution when you can’t build an entire joist system.

DIY Deck Building at its Finest – Ipe Deck in Utah

November 18, 2010 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

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. …

Ipe Wood is the Perfect Choice for Your Deck Construction Project

July 12, 2017June 22, 2009 by Mr. Ipe Hardwood

Ipe wood is fast becoming the preferred choice of homeowners and contractors when it comes to outdoor deck construction. Found throughout South America, ipe (pronounced EE-pay) is also known as Brazilian Walnut, Cortez, and Amapa. Regardless of the name, this exotic hardwood is world renowned for its strength and endurance. Another reason why many contractors and builders recommend ipe wood for decking is due to its ability to resist decay and insect infestation. Ipe also has up to a Class A fire rating when it comes to flame spread. Surprisingly, that is the same rating as concrete. With all of these features, you would think that the cost of ipe would be available only to multi-millionaires looking to add onto their mansions. However, compared to the cost of Teak, ipe wood is reasonably priced if you work with the right direct importer.

Ipe lumber is not just for decks. Commercially, ipe has been used in Atlantic City’s famous boardwalk as well as the Treasure Island Resort located in Las Vegas. Ipe has even been rigorously tested by the United States Naval Research Laboratory and the U.S. Forest Products Laboratory. These tests concluded that a single plank of ipe could be left exposed to the elements and even buried in the ground for 15 years without being infested by termites.