Tropical Hardwood Species & Grades
Ipe
Other Common Names: Brazilian Walnut, Lapacho
Botanical Name: Handroanthus
Source Region: Central and South America
Common Uses: Hardwood flooring and decking
Interior Application: Yes
Exterior Application: Yes
Working Properties:
Ipe is very similar to Cumaru in appearance, though a little darker in color. Its hardness and density give it the same workability challenges as Cumaru.
Numeric Values:
Specific Gravity: 1.10
Janka Hardness: 3,510
Weight: 5.9 lbs/BF
Product Specification
Grades: Select & Better
Thickness: 4/4 - 8/4
Grain Sorts: Mixed
Widths: 4" and wider
Truck Loadablity: 8,000 BF
Lengths: 6' and longer
