Cumaru Decking

Premium Grade Cumaru decking is an exotic hardwood species native to South America. It is extremely dense and rich in colour and appearance.

INCREDIBLE STRENGTH & DURABILITY
Cumaru Decking is 5 times harder than pine, cedar and redwood and over 10 times stronger than composite decking products. Rated in the most durable hardwood category of all species worldwide.

LONG LIFE
Cumaru Decking is rated 25 years against decay and insect damage. Applications that have withstood 50 years, testify to the longevity of this material.

MAINTENANCE FREE
With Cumaru Decking, the application of sealers is purely optional. Cumaru Decking naturally weathers to a beautiful, silver-gray patina.

FIRE RESISTANT
Cumaru Decking boasts a fire rating of Class A, the same as concrete or steel!

ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND
Cumaru is harvested from managed forest projects. It is naturally seasoned and kiln dried to prevent shrinkage.

What is Cumaru Decking?
Cumaru Decking is an extremely durable Peruvian hardwood produced at our facilities in Peru. It has incredible strength and natural resistance to decay, rot, insect damage (marine boring worms & termites) and its fire rating makes it a perfect wood for long-life exterior decking, docks, benches and bridges.

Does Cumaru Decking require special installation?
Cumaru has incredible density and strength and does require proper working tools. Recommended, carbide tipped saw blades and tapered, hardened steel or diamond drill bits. Installation requires pre-drilling of holes. there are many fastener systems in the market which allow for a solid clean surface.

Does Cumaru Decking require maintenance?
Cumaru is totally maintenance free after installation. To maintain its rich tone, apply a UV inhibitor such as Penofin. Cumaru will weather to a beautiful silver-gray patina.

What other application can Cumaru be used for?
Its strength and durability allow it to be used for all exterior and interior construction, flooring, sliced veneers, framing, turnkey tools and hand tools, outdoor furniture, etc.

How does Cumaru Decking compare to Ipe?
Cumaru's density, workability, durability and characteristics are nearly identical to that of Ipe (Density @ 12% moisture content of 1,090 kg/m³ and green density of 1,280 kg/m³.) Its durability is very high in its resistance to fungi, insects and marine borers. Railroad crossties have lasted from 15 years and beyond.

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How can I get Cumaru Decking?
Simply contact us by phone, 1-800-981-3590 or email us for further information.