| Ipe
(pronounced ee-pay) is one of the world's most durable (100% natural) hardwoods.
Harvested from the tropical forests of Brazil through ecological aware methods,
Ipe is a magnificent wood for any project where durability is important. Often
used to construct decks, boardwalks, bridges, gazebos and outdoor furniture, this
wood holds up to use and abuse wonderfully. A deck constructed from Ipe can last
up to 30 years; three times as long as the typical softwood decks. It requires
no protective coatings to withstand weather and foot traffic while maintaining
the rich texture and warmth of natural untreated wood. Ipe resists shrinking and
swelling in all types of weather conditions. Also, it is fire rated UBC class
1 and NFPA class A; surface burn rating - flame spreads in 10 minutes (0), in
30 minutes (5); smoke developed value in 10 minutes (2), fuel contribution value
in 10 minutes (0). Superior
Hardwoods and Millwork, Inc. sells Diamond Decking Ipe from Diamond Hardwoods,
a leading pioneer in the industry. Diamond Hardwoods has over 50 years of practical
experience. Diamond Decking begins its brilliant appearance with the selection
and preparation of premium grade Ipe logs. The next step is a team of mill technician's
shape each board using state-of-art carbon cutter and modern high speed molders.
Finally, highly trained inspector's grade the boards to insure Diamond Decking
is indeed the finest, premium grade, and most attractive decking available.
Recognizing
the importance of sound ecological practices, Diamond
Hardwoods is committed to the preservation and responsible
utilization of the resources of the earth. Accordingly,
they support meaningful environmental organizations
and source exclusively from managed forests. All of
their producing mills must demonstrate a history of
implementing sustainable forests management techniques.
Also, they must have an authorized Forest Management
Plan and possess a current mill registration number
from the IBAMA - the Brazilian Institute of the Environment
and Renewable Natural Resources. To insure government
approval, each mill must have a current approved export
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