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Brazilian Lumber
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Brazilian Lumber
Transform your walls with authentic American reclaimed wood featuring a beautiful naturally weathered wood grain patina.
Every wall is unique thanks to stunning patterns achieved on the boards from exposure to the elements for a minimum of 7–10 years.
Bring your modern farmhouse design to life with rustic charm and a piece of real American history.
Our reclaimed wood is carefully denailed, heat-treated and then kiln-dried to prevent any warping, splitting or shrinking.
Each board is precision milled to a uniform width & thickness for the best appearance and easiest installation.
Proudly made in the USA from sustainably sourced, FSC-certified wood so you can order with confidence.
Ipe Lumber 1X3 (pronounced ee-pay) is one of the densest hardwoods available for outdoor construction. It is very dense (in fact, it sinks in water), has the same fire rating as concrete and steel, and is mildew and decay-resistant.
Its denseness and natural oils make it virtually impenetrable to insects (so insect deterioration is not an issue). Ipe does not scratch or splinter easily, does not become hot in the sun, and has a high friction coefficient, making it perfect for outdoor and seaside construction.
Other Names: Brazilian Walnut, Lapacho, Iron Wood, Amapa, Cortez, Guayacan polvillo, Flor Amarillo, Greenheart, Madera negra, Tahuari, Lapacho negro, Pau D ́arco, Canaguate, Polvillo, Hakia, Tahuari Negro, Groenhart, Acapro Puy, Yellow poui.
Ipe Origin: Central and South America (Brazil, Peru, Paraguay, Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guyana, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Panama, Venezuela).
Appearance: The color of Ipe is similar to a walnut, with dark tones that have olive brown to reddish undertones. If left untreated, it will gradually turn into a beautiful natural silver patina.
Drying: Ipe can be air-dried or kiln-dried. Air-dried Ipe has a moisture content of around 18%, whereas kiln-dried Ipe has a moisture content of about 10-13%. Either air-dried or kiln-dried Ipe resists heat, rain, wind, and temperature swings.
Workability: Due to its high density and strength, Ipe can be difficult to work with if one does not pre-drill it. This tropical hardwood should be screwed together and not glued or nailed.
Maintenance: Ipe Lumber 1X3 does not scratch or splinter easily, which means that it will maintain the structure’s integrity for over 25 years. However, to preserve the original color of Ipe, it will have to be oiled at least once per year, depending on the climate and sun exposure. If Ipe is not sanded or oiled, it will turn gray, often referred to as a silver patina.
Preservation: Ipe Lumber 1X3does not require special treatment as it will last for over 40 years without maintenance. However, the hardwood naturally weathers to a beautiful silver-gray patina. A deck oil with UV inhibitors or sealers is an excellent option to maintain this rich tone.
Sustainable: The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora does not list Ipe in its appendices.
The Forest Legality Initiative states that Ipe can be exported and traded internationally.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species does not list Ipe as an endangered species.
Brazilian Lumber, LLC meets high standards for social, economic, and environmental responsibility. We monitor and document the chain of custody of all our hardwoods. We are Lacy Act compliant, IBAMA certified, and provide certified options. This means that purchasing from us fuels the hardwood lumber economy in South American forests while providing well-paying jobs for many people. In turn, the industry values its conservation and preservation.
