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Ipe spelled ipe and pronounced ee pay also called brazilian walnut is a beautiful exotic wood from south america. Ipe is a beautiful hardwood mostly used in the decking industry because it s a robust wood that can really withstand exposure to the elements. Ipe wood decking is the gold standard for all hardwoods. Ipe wood structures are hard strong and naturally resistant to rot abrasion weather and insects.
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What makes ipe so great is that this wood is naturally fire bug and water resistant. How to build a mitered corner joint. Ipe wood is as highly resistant to fire as concrete and steel unlike softer woods. Planning to edge join the wood.
Since this hardwood doesn t retain any heat it always remains cool. Ipe wood deck wood lasts longer than composite materials. By comparison teak is an absolute joy to use weight anything as big as an armchair becomes insanely heavy. Notice the color of the paper towel in.
It can weather all kinds of heavy use. Avoid splinters when routing in woodworking. This is done to remove contaminants and oils from the surface. But it s also a fantastic wood to use in fine.
Working with ipe wood sawdust2655 posted in general discussion on march 17 2005 02 40am i am considering using brazilian ipe wood for a top of a 2 ft square well cover. Some people also use acetone.