decking
Ipe (Brazilian walnut)
Tropical hardwood with extreme density (Janka 3680) and natural rot resistance. Service life 50+ years; the premium tropical-hardwood deck.
Cost tier
LUXURY
Cost / sqft
$14–$28
Install
specialty
Durability
premium
Maintenance
low
Moisture
excellent
Cost notes
Specify FSC-certified to avoid rainforest sourcing concerns. Pre-drilled fastening required (extreme density).
Aesthetic
- Finish: natural, oiled
- Color range: dark brown, silver patina
- Visual weight: heavy
Climate suitability
✓ Hot-humid
✓ Hot-dry
✓ Mixed-humid
✓ Mixed-dry
✓ Cold
✓ Arctic
Source
Architectural Graphic Standards — Architectural Graphic Standards (Ramsey/Sleeper) — Materials chapter
Tags: ipe, tropical-hardwood, premium, long-lasting