The aesthetic appeal of your home begins with its exterior. An Ipe rainscreen takes it to a new level. This addition not only enhances the building's appearance and curb appeal but also improves its functional resilience. An ipe rainscreen distinguishes your home with a unique, elegant finish that is visible even from a distance.
The beauty and warmth of wood rainscreens
Using a wood rainscreen like ipe adds natural warmth and beauty to your home's facade, making it more welcoming and visually appealing. When choosing a wood for a rainscreen, it's essential to opt for a material that combines aesthetic appeal with durability, and ipe wood is an excellent choice in this regard.
Why choose ipe rainscreens for your home?
Ipe rainscreens boast a naturally rich brown color, offering a visually striking appearance that's anything but ordinary. Upon closer examination, the wood displays a range of captivating colors with subtle variations. Some boards are so dark they appear almost black, while others exhibit red or greenish tints.
Beyond color, ipe wood features a fine texture and an attractive grain pattern, adding to its aesthetic appeal. In terms of practicality, ipe is easy to install, requires minimal maintenance, and is incredibly long-lasting, with a lifespan ranging from 40 to 100 years. Its color may shift to a silvery-gray over time, but if you don’t like this look, don’t worry—this can be mitigated with periodic treatments using an anti-UV finisher.
Enhancing your home’s structural integrity and durability
Beyond its beauty, ipe wood's hardness—which is two to three times that of oak—allows it to withstand various weather conditions and impacts. High-quality ipe rainscreens provide crucial protection against moisture buildup (a common cause of mold growth inside homes). By preventing moisture damage, these rainscreens not only preserve the integrity of your home but also potentially reduce insurance costs. Some insurance companies in humid regions of the US may even require a rainscreen installation for enhanced moisture resistance.
Acquiring the best ipe rainscreens
ABS Wood specializes in providing the finest ipe rainscreens. Offering optimal moisture protection, their products don't require furring strips and are straightforward to install. These rainscreens have been rigorously tested to withstand extreme conditions.
For those interested in upgrading their home's exterior with an ipe rainscreen, ABS Wood offers samples and detailed quotes. Visit their website or contact them directly to start the process of transforming your home with the durability and elegance of an ipe rainscreen.
About the Author:
Bruce Master, General Manager at Advanced Building Supplies (ABS Wood), oversees a range of Brazilian Hardwood products, including Ipe, Garapa, Cumaru, and Tigerwood. With a family legacy of woodworking, influenced by his grandfather and father, both accomplished wood craftsmen and cabinet makers, Bruce's passion for exotic woods is inherent. In addition to his managerial role at ABS, Bruce is personally involved in deck design, planning, and installation. Prior to his involvement in Brazilian Hardwoods, he gained experience as a generalist at a large Ace Hardware store in Miami, serving an exclusive clientele of contractors working on Miami Beach.
