Ipe Decking

Discover the unique properties that make Ipe Decking an easy choice for your decking project. Ipe naturally resists wear, rot, splintering, termites, fire, chemicals, marine borers and virtually every other threat imaginable.

Time Tested in the Real World
The Atlantic City Boardwalk

The difference is in the grade! We offer Premium Selected - 100% Clear All-Heart Grade as well as standard grades.

INCREDIBLE STRENGTH & DURABILITY
Ipe Decking has top ratings for strength, hardness and durability have been proven again and again in demanding commercial applications, like the famous Atlantic City Boardwalk. 5 times as hard as Cedar or Pressure Treated.

LONG LIFE
Ipe Decking Rated 25 years against decay and insect damage. Applications that have withstood 50 years, testify to the longevity of this material. Once again the Atlantic City Boardwalk is a testament to its long life being constructed over 25 years ago.

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

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

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

Custom Profiled Hand Rails

Custom Milled Ipe Decking
makes installation even easier!

Ipe FAQ

What is Ipe Decking?
Ipe Decking is an extremely durable South American hardwood. 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 Ipe Decking require special installation?
Ipe 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 Ipe Decking require maintenance?
Ipe is totally maintenance free after installation. To maintain its rich tone, apply a UV inhibitor such as Penofin. Or if left unprotected Ipe will weather to a beautiful silver-gray patina.

What other application can Ipe 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.

The True Facts of Deforestation in the America's
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How can I get Ipe Decking?
Simply contact us by phone, 1-800-981-3590 or email us for further information.