Is ipe deck expensive?

Is ipe deck expensive?

Ipe is more expensive than many woods. On average, ipe costs $3.50 to $5 per square foot “and the cost of labor will increase the total price to around $20 per square foot,” according to Improvenet.

Is ipe illegal?

To make matters worse, Brazilian loggers often work with corrupt officials to cut down more ipe than is legal. The two largest exporters of Brazilian timber, Pará state and Mato Grosso, are notorious for unlawful logging. As a result, 78% of Pará’s exported wood and 54% of Mato Grosso’s yield is illegal.

Does ipe wood crack?

Ipe Decking dries and contracts, leaving tiny cracks in the face or at the ends of the boards. These tiny cracks are known as checks. Face checking is a very normal and is very difficult to see. It does not affect the durability, longevity or water-resistant benefits.

What lengths does ipe decking come in?

Decking sold in even and odd lengths between 6′ to 18′. We can pull your order to specific lengths. Add an additional upcharge of $0.10 per lineal foot for 8-14 foot lengths.

Is IPE or Trex more expensive?

For instance, Trex can get hotter to the touch than ipe, so it might not be the best choice for a pool surround. On the other hand, Trex can be a little less expensive upfront than ipe and it is available in colors not found in natural woods.

Does IPE decking need to be sealed?

Does Ipe need to be sealed? Ipe does not need any “sealer” in fact the wood is dense, that it doesn’t really take sealer anyways. The products used on Ipe are not really sealers as much as UV protectants. It is the sunlight that turns Ipe grey, and using these products can help protect against that.

Where is Ipe grown?

Ipe hardwood is found in Southern Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay. The Amazon region is the world’s biggest supplier of Ipe hardwood, where the tree has been systematically exploited for lumber, causing large scale deforestation and destruction of the environment.

Can you power wash an Ipe deck?

It is not recommended to power wash your Ipe decking, and the pressure can damage your boards. If you do choose to power wash, it is recommended that you use a low-pressure, wide-spray setting, certainly no more than 1,200 psi.

Does Ipe GREY go over time?

Ipe is no exception, and because it has natural strength, and other remarkable performance properties, Ipe hardwood will still last exceptionally well, even without additional maintenance coats over time. If natural gray weathering is your goal, this low maintenance, weathered wood option works great.

Is Ipe more expensive than Trex?

Your initial cost for ipe decking materials will most likely be higher than those of Trex products. This is in part because it is imported from Central and South America. Also there is only so much ipe in the world.

How much does it cost to build an Ipe deck?

Ipe Decking Cost The average Ipe deck costs $4,700 for a 10×15 foot space, including labor and materials. It can range between $3,500 and $9,800 depending on the wood grade quality and the level of difficulty to build.