Brazilian Teak aka Cumaru is one of nature's most durable and beautiful decking materials.

Not many people know this, but Brazilian Teak aka Cumaru has very similar properties to ipe. With a Janka hardness rating of 3540, Brazilian Teak is almost as strong as ipe and is a lot more affordable, too!

By far, the biggest reason why Cumaru is gaining in popularity is the cost. With demand for ipe at fever pitch levels, the price per lineal foot has also risen. Smart homeowners and contractors are now starting to see the benefits of going with and installing a Brazilian hardwood that is just as good as ipe, without the premium price tag. Unlike ipe, there’s also a more steady and abundant supply of Cumaru and it’s just as eco-friendly as Ipe, too.

Moreover, Brazilian Teak is a great choice if you want all the durability and slip resistance of ipe without the very dark brown color. In fact, Brazilian Teak usually comes in two wonderful flavors: reddish brown, or golden brown. A deck that blends the two is certain to stand out.

Check out more details on Cumaru and see the available Cumaru decking for sale at our online hardwood store.

Advantage Trim & Lumber is now selling over 55 species of lumber online at the ATL Hardwood Store.

We also have thinwoods in stock.

Here’s a list of some of the lumber species currently available:

• White Oak
• Red Oak
• Ambrosia Maple
• Hard Maple
• Soft Maple
• Brazilian Cherry
• American Cherry
• Cocobolo
• Bocote
• Permission
• Many more

We also carry quartersawn and wormy varieties. So, whether you’re a seasoned vet when it comes to wood working, or you’re just opening your first set of carving tools, you can depend on Advantage Trim & Lumber for all your hardwood lumber needs.

See the current list of hardwood and thin wood lumber currently in stock.

Waterproof decking materials include Ipe, Tigerwood, Cumaru & Garapa

Most people are led to believe that only metal, or plastic decking are viable waterproof decking solutions. Frankly, I think the manufacturer’s of these products are missing the point. When a mother is searching online for waterproof decking, she’s not looking for material that allows water to sit idly on its surface. She’s looking for material that is proven to keep her kids safe around the family pool. It’s hard to imagine a more slippery surface than a metal or plastic deck. There’s a reason why hotels and cruise ships use wood decking species like Ipe, Tigerwood, Cumaru or Garapa around their pools.

Hardwood decking is perfect for your in-ground, or above ground pool for a number of reasons. Not only is it more affordable Contractors across the country know that these species have benefits that composite and PVC materials just can’t match.

Hardwood waterproof decking will:

• Dry fast naturally without having to worry about water sitting idly
• Resist slips & falls better than plastic decking materials thanks to tight grain
• Unlike weaker materials, hardwood won’t easily splinter or delaminate, so it’s safe for bare feet

So, if you’re searching for decking material that provides these benefits, contact us directly, or buy decking online.