Species: Ipe
Common Names/Species: Ipe
Scientific Name: Tabebuia spp
Description: A strong, tough, resilient wood. Naturally durable and weather resistant. Moderately difficult to work especially with hand tools; has a blunding effect on cutting edges, finishes smoothly except where grain is very roey.
Common uses: Decking, Exterior Millwork, Furniture, flooring, industrial uses, tool handles
Sources: South America
Size/Form: ipe
lbs/BF (dry): 5.17
Hardness: Very Hard