Brazilian Walnut Wood

Ipe is a wood of extremes.

Brazilian walnut wood. Quite simply ipe is gaining worldwide recognition among savvy homeowners who understand that when you want the best exotic hardwood the choice is clear. A 12x12 deck in 1x6 ipe will cost 78300 more than a 54x6 premium treated yellow pine. The inherent oiliness combined with the woods density make it difficult for a urethane finish to cure properly.

Ipe Wood Brazilian Walnut Hardwood Technical Information. Detailed scientific and mechanical properties for Ipe Brazilian Walnut Hardwood Lumber. Everyday Value items are priced at a competitively low price every day and are excluded from all coupons.

Extremely dense and durable as well as extremely difficult to work. Brazilian walnut also is resistant to rot mildew and insects. Brazilian Walnut is an oily wood with a moderate luster.

Fortunately its natural durability accommodates as much wear as most polyurethane finishes. 398 Sq Ft 9055 box covers 2275 Sq Ft. Used as a hard-wood flooring it will resist scratches from foot traffic and pets.

Because of this natural resilience Ipe is often the first choice for decking because of its almost unparalleled ability to stand up to the elements. Used on the Atlantic City Boardwalk and Coney Island Boardwalk. Australian Timber Oil or Messmers UV Plus for Hardwood Decks.

The tree is a major commercial timber species in Brazil used for high-end furniture mostly as decorative veneers and as flooring. Phoebe porosa Other Names and Species. Its dense cell structure serves as a natural deterrent to insects decay and molds.