Ipe Decking
Tabebuia Serratifolia

Southern Pine Lumber Company has earned a reputation for supplying the best the marketplace has to offer in Ipe decking. Ipe is most commonly used for building docks, decks, boardwalks and marinas. With over a 40 year lifespan, Brazilian Ipe will add value to any project.

Ipe is sometimes referred to as “Ironwood” because of its strength and density. The grading of Ipe is not consistent in the marketplace. The terms such as “A grade”, “B grade” and “FAS” are all used and all imply varied meanings. The grade terminology used at Southern Pine Lumber Company when we refer to Ipe is “premium”. We consider premium to be free of defects on 3 sides. Those defects will include borer holes, sapwood or knots. Ipe may have some raised grain and may need to be sanded.

The color of Ipe is mostly a deep reddish brown though variation is possible as with all woods. Variance in color can be due to a range of circumstances. The geographic area, the climate, soil and how it is harvested and cut can all affect its color. The rich reddish brown color of Ipe, like all wood will fade in the sunlight to a silver-gray if left untreated. You can retain the brown hue by periodically treating your wood with an appropriate timber oil, or by periodically using a deck cleaner and deck brightener.

Ipe Lumber

Ipe decking is available lengths that range from 3’ to 20’. We stock odd and even lengths in the 5/4×6 S4S Eased Edge decking. Others dimensions available are 1×6, 2×2, 2×4, 2×6, 2×8, 2×10, 2×12 and 4×4. Other dimensions may be available on a special order request.