Ipe (Tabebuia spp.) is an absolutely amazing species of very high density hardwood. Also known as Brazilian Walnut, Ipe is a fast growing hardwood lumber species. Here's some interesting facts about Ipe:
- Ipe is a high density hardwood lumber species native to South and Central America
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Ipe trees grow to a full height of 150 feet in about 30-35 years
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Ipe is so hard it is best to use carbide tipped tools to work with this wood.
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Ipe lumber is hard, dense and resistant to scratching, it has been used on boardwalks throughout the world.
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Ipe wood is so dense it actually sinks in water.
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Ipe wood is more than 2.7 times harder than White Oak
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Ipe is rated as a Class A fire resistant material.
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Ipe is harvested by sustainable yield forestry practices to ensure that there are as many tree available at the end of a harvesting cycle as there were at the beginning.
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Ipe is so resistant to rot and decay it has been used - untreated - for railroad ties!
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Ipe was used in the construction of the Panama Canal
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Ipe decking is available in a full range of decking sizes for Ipe decks
Ipe outdoor furniture is used commercially becomes it is splinter resistant and so long lasting.
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Ipe makes gorgeous deck and patio furniture for your home.
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Ipe dimensional lumber is used for all sorts of structures including Ipe pergolas, Ipe bridges, Ipe gazebos and more.
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Ipe beams, Ipe posts and Ipe timbers have been used for all sorts of commercial projects where amazing strength and long lasting natural beauty are required.
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Ipe wood siding creates elegant curb appeal for the front of your home or building.
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