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Rosi Lehr is a contributing writer for Advantage Trim & Lumber Co. http://www.advantagelumber.com. She has a B.S. degree in Business Management/Marketing and over 11 years experience in the construction industry. Peers with whom she works with are builders,

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Home & Garden > Lawn & Landscaping How to build an Ipe wood deck: 1 of 2

Deck Boards - What to Look For At some point, most homeowners will invest in and build a deck or outdoor area. However, there are so many different types of deck boards available that it can become overwhelming. Picking the right material is an important part of the decking process for several reasons. The boards you select ...
Home & Garden > Lawn & Landscaping Comparing cedar boards to Ipe decking: 1 of 1

Cedar decking, Pine decking or Ipe decking & Why Decking is one of the most popular home improvements a homeowner will make. This undertaking requires several decisions on the part of the homemaker. These decisions include how much room is available, how much decking to make, what decking materials to use and of course h...
Home & Garden > Lawn & Landscaping Comparing pine wood to Ipe decking: 1 of 1

Decking is one of the most popular home improvements a homeowner will make. This undertaking requires several decisions on the part of the homemaker. These decisions include how much room is available, how much decking to make, what decking materials to use and of course how much money to invest. The deck boards are a very i...
Home & Garden > Home Repair (Other) Tips and tricks to help you build your deck: 5 of 8

Ipe Decks No Chemicals Required Ipe decking is not for everyone. That being said, it is for most people who are serious about a great product for durability, longevity and the multitude of properties Ipe possesses. It is a gorgeous rich brown tone with natural variations in shading and striking once installed. Nothing beats ...
Home & Garden > Lawn & Landscaping Is composite decking as good as claimed?: 2 of 3

Ipe Decking vs. Composite Decking Ipe decking and composite decking has been the newest rage in decking material for different reasons. Ipe wood is now less expensive and less labor intensive with new technology and machinery. This hardwood is so dense and strong that previous to the advancement of some milling machinery, it...
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Home improvement: Adding a deck to your home: 6 of 8

If you are reading this article, than you may be looking for a new deck. If this is the case, than you must be bombarded with the different choices that are available for decking material. There are three major competitors; treated lumber, composites and hardwood lumber. They all have their pro's and con's. When weighing out...
Home & Garden > Lawn & Landscaping What is FSC certified Ipe decking?: 4 of 4

www.fsc.org for your review. FSC Certified Ipe What does FSC mean? FSC is the Forest Stewardship Council and it is a non profit and independent organization created to promote responsible forest management worldwide. The organization has independent certification companies they work with to get companies accredited. Here is ...
Home & Garden > Lawn & Landscaping Reasons to choose Ipe Brazilian walnut decking material: 2 of 2

Ipe also known as Brazilian Walnut and Ironwood (botanical name Tabebuia Spp.) is commonly sold as decking, flooring and furniture. It is a beautiful and exotic hardwood with a Janka Hardness of 3640 compared to California Redwood at 420. This gives you an idea of how hard this wood is and why the lifespan of this wood is up...
Home & Garden > Lawn & Landscaping Choosing Ipe hardwood for decks, floors and furniture: 2 of 2

Ipe Great for Furniture and Accessories Wondering what to do with your extra Ipe decking? Looking for outdoor seating? Want outdoor flower pots and/or accessories? What better way to use your Ipe than in those applications especially for outdoor living. Those of us who order a little too much material and feel like you have ...