- Ipe Wood (Also known as Brazilian Walnut).
- Species: Primarily from the Handroanthus (formerly Tabebuia) Genus.
- Origin: Native to Central and South America, especially Brazil.
- Durability: Extremely durable; one of the hardest and densest woods in the world, with exceptional longevity.
- Highlights: Dark brown to olive-brown color that deepens over time; fine to medium texture with a straight to slightly interlocked grain. Renowned for its extreme hardness, strength, and natural resistance to pests and decay.
- Form: Decking, lumber.
- Grade: Select.
- Moisture: Kiln-dried (10 – 14%).
- Dimensions Available: Sawn Lumber / Boards: Thickness: 2.5 cm, 3.8 cm, 5 cm, 6.3 cm, 7.5 cm / Width: 10 cm – 30 cm / Length: 180 cm – 400 cm. Decking / Outdoor Planks: Thickness: 1.9 cm, 2.5 cm, 3.8 cm / Width: 9 cm, 14 cm / Length: 180 cm – 610 cm (long lengths are common). Veneer Sheets: Thickness: 0.05 cm – 0.2 cm / Width: 12 cm – 25 cm / Length: 240 cm – 300 cm. Turning Blanks / Blocks: Square Blocks: 5×5×30 cm, 7.5×7.5×30 cm / Pen Blanks: 2×2×15 cm. Prefabricated Flooring Panels (Solid or Engineered): Thickness: 1.5 cm – 2 cm / Width: 9 cm – 15 cm / Length: 60 cm – 210 cm.
- Janka Hardness: ~3,680 lbf.
- Grain: Straight to irregular.
- Color: Olive brown to dark brown.
- Water Resistance: Excellent; naturally resistant to moisture, rot, and insects without chemical treatment.
- Certification: FSC available.
- Outdoor Suitability: Outstanding; ideal for exterior applications due to its durability and weather resistance.
- Indoor Suitability: Also, suitable indoors but more challenging to work due to its hardness and weight.
- Estimated Prices: Per Cubic Meter (m3) = ~US $2,100 to $8,900+ / Price per Piece = ~US $10 – $25+ (Depending on Size and Grade).
- Use Cases: Decking, Outdoor Furniture, Boardwalks, Heavy-duty Flooring, Siding, Bridges, Docks, and other high-wear or exposed applications.
