Product Info :
IPE Deck Wood also called Brazilian walnut, ipe (pronounced ee-pay) wood is typically found in South America and some parts of Central America. It is one of the densest hardwoods available, three times harder than cedar.
What kind of wood is IPE decking? :
Ipe (pronounced EE-pay) is the finest quality wood decking material available. ... Ipe is an exotic hardwood that is naturally resistant to rot and decay, is 8 times harder than California Redwood, and is guaranteed for 20 years without preservatives!