Ipe Wood decking, also known as Brazilian Walnut (pronounced E-Pay), is a stunning exotic hardwood sourced from Central and South America. It is, without question, the best material you can choose for your new deck. We invite you to explore why Ipe is the ideal choice for both commercial and residential applications. If you have questions, please feel free to call us—we love educating customers about this exceptional wood!
What Makes Ipe Decking the Best Choice?
Ipe wood is renowned for being one of the hardest, strongest, and most naturally resistant materials available. It withstands rot, abrasion, weather, insects, and more. Ipe is also one of the longest-lasting woods, commonly performing for 75 years or longer.
How Much Maintenance Does Ipe Wood Require?
Ipe requires extremely low maintenance—no maintenance at all if you prefer it to weather naturally to a silver-grey patina. If you want to preserve its rich, natural color, simply apply a UV-protective coating as needed.
What Makes Ipe Decking So Unique?
Unlike most woods, Ipe contains virtually no knots. It also outperforms composite materials, lasting longer with significantly less maintenance. Its density makes it ideal for use around water—pools, docks, and waterfront structures—because water cannot easily penetrate it.
What Sizes Are Available in Ipe?
Ipe is available in a wide variety of lengths, widths, and profiles for immediate purchase. It is naturally scratch-resistant and extremely durable.
How Strong Is Ipe?
Ipe is one of the strongest woods in the world—approximately 2.7 times harder than White Oak. Its superior structural integrity makes it suitable for high-traffic and commercial environments.
Is Ipe Difficult to Install?
Ipe decking is easy to install. Most installations require simple pre-drilling, or you can use specialized screws such as those made by Camo.
Is Ipe Decking Mold & Fungi Resistant?
Yes. Ipe is naturally resistant to mold and fungi, as well as slip-resistant. It has been tested and proven over decades in both commercial and residential projects. It also works seamlessly with virtually all hidden fastener systems.
Is Ipe Decking Expensive?
Although premium in quality, Ipe offers one of the lowest annual and lifetime costs of any decking material. It is competitively priced compared to inferior hardwoods and many synthetic alternatives—while lasting significantly longer.
Watch this video for more information on Ipe decking and why it is the best choice for your next project.
