The Dramatic Beauty and Strength of Ipe Wood

Ipe is an exotic hardwood that is naturally resistant to rot and decay, 

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Ipe is extremely dense less susceptible than other woods to burning, with a fire rating that is the same as steel and concrete.

Within ipe wood are natural oils that preserve it; combined with the wood’s exceptional density, you can expect an ipe deck or fence to last up to 50 years without replacement.

To extend its life, ipe wood requires some Maintenance. With oil treatment, its lifespan can be up to 75 years.

When ipe trees are responsibly grown in managed forests, the harvested wood gets a stamp of approval from the Forest Stewardship Council (which is what it means when you see the label “FSC-certified wood”).