Tigerwood Decking

APPEARANCE

JANKA
HARDNESS*

BENDING
STRENGTH

DECAY RESISTANCE

Ipe

An extremely dense, tight grained wood. Generally a deep rich brown with some pieces displaying red and amber hues.

3600 lbs.

22,560 psi

High rating for insect (termite) and decay resistance. Offers 30+ year lifespan.Original Ipe not available in India.What most sellers sell is Indian Sal as Ipe.

Tigerwood Decking

Light golden brown to reddish brown with irregular black and brown streaks.

1850 lbs.

19,285 psi

Very durable and naturally resistant to decay and insects. Offers 25+ year lifespan.

Douglas Fir

A light reddish-brown wood with generally straight grain.

670 lbs.

12,400 psi

Not naturally resistant to decay. Should be painted or stained to prevent decay.

Pressure Treated
Pine

Very pronounced grain. Dusty yellow-green palor due to chemical treatment of the wood.

690 lbs.

14,500 psi

A chemical preservative, chromated copper arsenate is forced into the wood.  Offering resistance to decay, but also potential health concerns.

California Redwood

Several grades available that vary considerably in appearance and quality. Usually straight grained with a fine, even texture. Color varies from cherry-red to dark reddish-brown

480 lbs.

10,000 psi

Premium grades are more durable than most woods in common use. Resistant to decay, but relatively soft and quick to weather. Treatment is recommended.

Western Cedar

Fresh cut, this wood appears a salmon pink color which turns a coffee brown over time. Species is generally straight grained.

580 lbs.

7,500 psi

This softwood is more durable than most woods in common use. Resistant to decay, but relatively soft and quick to weather. Treatment is recommended.

Philippine Mahogany

Interlocked grain similar to true mahogany, but with a courser texture. Species is generally medium to dark brown.

760 lbs.

12,000 psi

Only the dark red species are resistant to decay. Although more durable than cedar and redwood, it is still relatively soft compared to Tigerwood Decking.