IPE

Latin name: Tabebuia ipe

Type of wood: Tropical Hardwood

Characteristics:

Ipê is a strong and very heavy tropical hardwood from the Caribbean and Mexico. It’s dense, strong and has a close grain making it very durable.

Uses: Ipê is commonly used for decking and flooring.

Advantages:

• durable, long lasting wood, it can last for up to 25 years outside
• attractive wood grain
• resistant to warping and bending
• highly resistant to wear and tear

Disadvantages:

• high tannin content and exposure to wet and cold weather can react with oil finishes
• very heavy wood