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Ipe (Botanical: Tabebuia spp)

Ipe, Tabebuia spp
Tabebuia spp, Ipe lumber and wood
Characteristics
Light Heavy
Weight:
Soft Hard
Hardness:
Fine Coarse
Texture:
Easy Difficult
Working:
Easy Difficult
Finishing:
Chart Help

woodworking characteristicsIpe Characteristics

This is one strong, tough, and resilient wood. Ipe's naturally durable and weather resistant so it's fantastic in outdoor projects. Moderately difficult to work especially with hand tools; has a blunting effect on cutting edges, however Ipe finishes smoothly except where grain is very roey. The rich dark color makes great accents.

woodworking characteristicsColor Range

Light to dark olive brown with greenish caste, often with lighter or darker streaks.

other names for IpeOther Names

Amapa prieta, Bastard lignum vitae, Bethabara, Canaguate, Cortez, Ebano verde, Ebene vert, Greenhart, Guayacan, Ipe, Ironwood, Lapacho, Lapacho negro, Pau d'Arco, Polvillo, Tajibo

uses for IpeSome Typical Uses

Furniture, flooring, industrial uses, tool handles, exterior applications, decking, inlay, furniture parts.

the Ipe treeWhat's the Tree Like?

May grow to 140-150 feet in height with trunk diameters of 72'' and frequently to heights of 100 feet and diameters of 24-36''. Boles are clear to 60 feet and more, with or without buttresses.

where Ipe growsIpe grows in

Mexico, Central and South America

 
Ipe Prices and Available Wood or Lumber Products
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