IPE HARDWOOD PROJECT IDEAS
Premium Ipe decking, boards, dimensional lumber, beams, posts and timbers can be used for any number of different outdoor structures and outdoor projects. From residential decks, fences, outdoor furniture to municipal boardwalks, rooftop decks to pergolas and backyard gazebos -- Ipe hardwood can be the ultimate material to select for a wide range of outdoor projects and outdoor structures.
So much can be achieved with a long lasting and durable Ipe hardwood design
Builders, architects and homeowners have been relying on the strength, hardness and durability of Ipe hardwood lumber and decking materials for many years.
Wherever there is a sincere desire to use the best all natural outdoor wood products available, Ipe high density hardwood is often the building material of choice the world over. The natural slip resistance of Ipe decking makes this high density hardwood material an exceptional selection around decks, docks, hot tubs, pools, spas and other areas where safety is a major consideration.
Ipe wood dimensional lumber including 2x4, 2x6, 2x8, 2x10 and 2x12 (nominal dimensions) are exceptionally strong and may be used for joists and more for your project needs.
Ipe wood is also available in heavy timber sizes such as 3x6, 3x8, 3x12, 4x4, 4x6, 4x8, 4x10, 4x12 and 6x6 nominal dimensions. Ipe heavy timbers may be used for posts, beams and other structural elements where strength, durability, performance and natural beauty are the design objectives.
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Ipe wood decking, siding and lumber materials are the ideal selection for projects where the following design criteria are key:
Project Criteria |
Decking |
Boards |
Lumber |
Beams/Timbers |
Sustainable building material | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Available FSC® Certified | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
25 year limited warranty | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
High stability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
High density | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Natural slip resistance | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Natural insect resistance | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Natural decay resistance | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Splinter resistant | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Ages gracefully to silvery patina | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Low life-cycle cost | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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The following project types and outdoor structures are particularly well suited for specific types of Ipe lumber materials as noted in the chart below:
Project Type |
Appropriate Ipe Material for Selected Project |
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Residential deck | Decking | Lumber | Boards | Beams / Timbers |
Porch flooring | Decking | ------- | ------- | ------- |
Pool/Hot tub area | Decking | -------- | ------- | ------- |
Railings | Decking | Lumber | Boards | Railing Parts |
Walkway | Decking | Lumber | ------- | ------- |
Foot bridge | Decking | Lumber | ------- | Railing Parts |
Pergola | Decking | Lumber | ------- | ------- |
Gazebo | Decking | Lumber | ------- | ------- |
Boardwalk | Decking | Lumber | ------- | Beams / Timbers |
Dock | Decking | Lumber | ------- | Beams / Timbers |
Pier | Decking | Lumber | -------- | Beams / Timbers |
Vertical siding | ------- | ------- | Siding | ------- |
Rain screen siding | ------- | ------- | Siding | ------- |
Fence | Decking | Lumber | ------- | ------- |
Trellis | Decking | Lumber | -------- | ------- |
Privacy screen | Decking | Lumber | -------- | ------- |
Outdoor Tables | Decking | Lumber | Boards | ------- |
Outdoor Benches | Decking | Lumber | -------- | ------- |
Outdoor furniture | Decking | Lumber | Boards | ------- |
Outdoor kitchen | ------- | Lumber | Siding | ------- |
Playground equipment | Decking | Lumber | Boards | Beams / Timbers |
Planters/Flower boxes | Decking | Lumber | --------- | ------- |
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