Deck Design of the Week

Ipe Near Raleigh, North Carolina

What do designers and architects use when they need to use wood? They choose ipe. One example of this is the country home located near Raleigh, North Carolina and built by Michael Rantilla (click to see pics). A true testament to modern architecture, this country home stands out with the use of ipe wood. If you’re looking to build a new home and are curious about hardwood options, contact our professional staff. You will speak to an ipe wood expert who will guide you through the many options that are available.

There are plenty of good reasons why professionals choose ipe:

• Ipe is beatiful and weathers better than most other hardwoods
• Ipe provides superior resistance to mold, mildew, rot and decay
• Ipe decking and ipe siding hold up with no maintenance required
• Ipe is a versatile wood that can be used for a variety of applications including
  • Sunscreens
  • Rainscreens
  • Pagodas
  • Pergolas
  • Benches
  • Tables
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Docks
  • Bridges
  • High end flooring

At Advantage Trim and Lumber we custom mill ipe wood for any and all the above uses. Contact us today to speak with our professional staff. After all, if the people who create such elegant and timeless architecture are using ipe, why can’t you?