If you're like most people, you take great pride in your home and want every part of it to look its best, including your deck. If it's starting to look a little dated or just plain tired, maybe it's time for a facelift. What's the best way to go about it?
There are a lot of different decking materials on the market these days, so it can be tough to decide which one is right for you. But one material that's worth considering is Ice decking tiles. Here's why:
- It is an extremely strong hardwood.
Ipe, often known as Brazilian walnut or ironwood, is one of the most popular hardwoods in the world. It's incredibly strong and durable, making it perfect for outdoor use. In fact, it's so tough that it's often used in construction projects like bridges and docks.
- It is naturally resistant to rot, decay, and pests.
Since IPE is such a dense wood, it doesn't absorb much moisture. This means that it's naturally resistant to rot, decay, and pests. You can rest assured that your deck will look good for years to come.
- It has a beautiful rich color.
Ipe decking tiles come in a variety of brown hued colors, but the most popular is a rich dark brown. This deep, rich color will give your deck a luxurious look that will make it the envy of the neighborhood.
- It's easy to install.
Installing IPE Deck Tileis quite simple. They can be laid directly over your existing deck or concrete patio, so there's no need for extensive structural work. And since they're interlocking tiles, they stay in place securely and can even be taken apart and rearranged if you want to change things up.
- It has a class A fire resistance rating.
If you live in an area prone to wildfires, you'll be happy to know that IPE has a class A fire resistance rating. This means it's one of the best materials you can use for your deck.
If you're looking for a way to give your deck a fresh new look, IPE deck tiles are definitely worth considering. They're strong, durable, and easy to install, and they have a beautiful rich color that will make your deck look luxurious.
About the Author:
Bruce Master is the general manager at Advanced Building Supplies. Advanced Building Supplies, aka ABSWood, specializes in a full line of Brazilian Hardwood products, including Ipe, Garapa, Cumaru and Tigerwood. Exotic woods are a natural outgrowth for Bruce as he comes from a long line of woodworkers. His Grandfather and Father were both respected wood craftsmen and cabinet makers. In addition to managing ABS, Bruce designs, plans, and installs his own decks. Before selling Brazilian Hardwoods, Bruce worked as a generalist at a huge Ace Hardware in Miami, Florida that catered to an almost exclusive clientele of contractors working on Miami Beach.
