Ipe (pronounced ee-pay) is an imported exotic hardwood species which is rapidly becoming the preeminent natural decking product for residential and commercial applications.

Central carries an exterior grade, naturally durable hardwood, which has proven its strength (two to three times as hard as oak) in some of the most difficult applications imaginable.  From the high traffic boardwalks in Atlantic City and Coney Island to the thousands of heavily used benches in New York's Central Park, Ipe is able to withstand the ravages of wear, rot, termites attacks, marine borers, fire, and vandalism. More importantly, Ipe is one of a handful of hardwoods that has a natural Class A fire rating. This species is virtually maintenance free and can last up to 30 years without replacement.

Naturally durable hardwoods such as Ipe are perfect for such uses as boardwalks, bridges, piers, and docks, noise abatement walls, sea walls, marine construction, architectural components, ship building for rails and decks, dowel and glue laminated timbers, and other fabrications.