Ipe Decking | Brazilian Walnut Hardwood

Ipe decking has a rich dark brown color with beautiful grain characteristics. Also known as Brazilian Walnut, an Ipe hardwood deck will gradually age to a lustrous silver-grey if left untreated. Ipe Decking can be oiled or stained to retain its rich brown color. Nova's Ipe decking is available in sizes 1x4 through 2x12, 2x2 balusters, and 4x4 posts.

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Ipe Decking - Strong, Naturally Durable, Stable

Ipe Decking is one of the strongest and most resilient natural untreated hardwood materials available on the market today. Ipe decking has been a popular choice for both commercial and residential use for many years. Used both as decking and siding, Ipe has developed a great reputation due to its strength, stability, and durability. Ipe decking is naturally resistant to decay, wet conditions, and infestation of termites along with all other wood boring insects, making it an outstanding hardwood choice for building in a variety of climates.

Ipe Hardwood - Class A Fire Rating, 25 Year Warranty

Ipe hardwood decking has a class A fire rating, the same rating given to concrete and steel. We offer a 25 Year Decking Warranty with all of our naturally durable, exotic hardwood decking products, as long as all Installation Guidelines are followed. Nova Ipe Decking is an economical natural alternative to other hardwood decking options when the entire lifecycle of the deck or outdoor project is considered. The rich color and natural grain of Ipe hardwood decking is breathtaking, elegant, and certain to provide a lifetime of beauty.

Ipe Decking Installation

When installing your Ipe deck, be sure to follow our Installation Guidelines. Prior to installation, you should keep the raw material in a protected area away from direct sunlight and other weather conditions. It is equally important to give the material some time to acclimate to the building site in order to prevent warping, cracking, and general movement of the boards once installed.

Keep Your Ipe Decking Looking Great
Rich Brown Color Requires Reapplication of Oil Finish

Ipe hardwood decks will maintain their structural integrity as they age. In order to retain the rich brown color of your Ipe deck, we recommend a high quality penetrating oil finish with ultraviolet inhibitors, such as our own ExoShield Tung Oil finish. Regular cleaning and reapplication of an oil finish will ensure that your Ipe hardwood decking retains its beauty for many years.

Ipe Decking & Siding Product List

• Ipe Decking 1x8 Deck Boards for Fascia & Skirting
• Ipe 2x2 Balusters Brazilian Walnut Hardwood for Deck Railing
• Ipe Decking 2x6 Clear Brazilian Walnut Deck Boards
• Ipe Decking 4x4 Clear Brazilian Walnut Posts for Railing
• Ipe Decking 1x4 Clear Brazilian Walnut Deck Boards
• Ipe, Brazilian Walnut Rainscreen Siding Clear 1x6
• Ipe, Brazilian Walnut Kiln Dried 1x6 Select Grade Hardwood Decking
• Ipe Decking 1x6 Clear Brazilian Walnut Deck Boards
• Ipe Decking 2x4 Clear Brazilian Walnut Boards for Decks & Railing
• Ipe Decking 5/4x4 Clear Brazilian Walnut Deck Boards
• Ipe Decking 5/4x6 Clear Brazilian Walnut Deck Boards

Ipe Mentions in Our Blog Articles

• Why Glass Filled Nylon for the ExoDek® QuickClip®?
• A Simple Guide to Choosing the Best Wood for Your Deck
• The Importance of Deck Board Spacing
• Rooftop Deck Construction: Considerations & Design Ideas
• Hardwood vs Composite Decking: 5 Reasons to Choose Wood
• Wood Deck Tiles vs Deck Boards
• Preparing Your Deck for Spring
• Examining Lower Cost Alternatives to Ipe Decking
• Nova Decking Products: The Highest Quality, the Best Price
• Ipe vs. Cumaru: Comparing Hardwood Decking Materials
• Hardwood Decking Oil Finish Review
• Hardwood Decking End Wax – Is It Necessary?
• Ipe Decking: A Better Choice Than Composite Decking
• Winterizing Your Ipe Harwood Decking
• Ipe Decking Pricing - Economic Trends for Wholesalers and Importers
• Ipe Hardwood Decking - Finishing Options

Ipe Hardwood - CITES Appendix II Listing

Ipe decking has been at the center of numerous environmental issues in South America. As of the end of 2022, Ipe is listed under CITES Appendix II, which requires additional export documentation from the source country. Our Ipe hardwood products are Chain-of-Custody certified as legally harvested and legally sourced under the US Lacey Act and under the corresponding governmental agency in South America, using the most stringent green environmental guidelines for sustainability.

Selective logging is the only legal way to cut timber in the rain forest. Timber management plans allow approximately 50 trees per 1000 acres to be harvested. Within just a few years, it is nearly impossible to see the negative affects of logging. A typical management plan in tropical Brazil allows logging once every 30 to 40 years, allowing plenty of time for natural regeneration of the forest resource.

Ipe Decking - Key Selling Points

• Naturally Beautiful
• Deep Brown Color
• Lengths Up To 20’
• Resists Checking
• Low Maintenance
• Long Term Sustainability
• Extremely Durable
• Highly Dense
• 25 Year Warranty
• High Fire Rating
• Rot Resistant
• Insect Resistant
• Water Resistant
• Sourced From: Brazil
• Expected Life: 50+ years

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