Ipe A nice reminder of our 2011 website… Common trade names: Brazilian Walnut and Ipe refer to several species of the Genus Tabebuia. Genus: Tabebuia spp. Janka Hardness (pounds-force): 3680 Description: Ipe is the hardest easily available tropical hardwood we offer. Its hues are generally an olive-brown, and the density of the lumber is quite […]
Durability v. Cost: Ipe, Cumaru, Jatoba & Etc.
We received an inquiry this week in regards to comparative strengths and weaknesses among some of the products we sell. All hail Wikipedia! In short order, their “Janka Hardness Test” page was the best comparative chart I could find with easily accessible information on this topic. A pretty nice Tigerwood deck. I’ve always had issues […]