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Garapa 1×6

STARTING AT: $2.50

A bright, honey-toned hardwood that brings warmth and durability to decks, siding, and fences. Strong, stable, and naturally weather-resistant.

Ships nationwide with no minimum order.
Most in-stock items ship next-day from our Los Angeles facility.

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Overview

Garapa 1×6 offers a lighter, golden alternative to other tropical hardwoods while still providing excellent durability. With a finished size of 3/4 inch by 5.5 inches, it works well for residential and commercial projects. This versatile wood is ideal for decking, cladding, and fencing. Garapa is kiln-dried, FSC-certified, and milled S4S E4E. These features ensure a smooth, easy-to-install finish.

One of Garapa’s main advantages is its natural resistance. It resists moisture, decay, and insects. Its dense grain allows it to withstand harsh outdoor conditions for years. Builders often select Garapa for its clean, uniform color and polished appearance. Compared to Ipe or Cumaru, 1×6 Garapa is more affordable, making it a smart choice for projects that require high performance without a high price tag.

Key benefits of Garapa include:

  • Lightweight and easy to handle
  • Natural resistance to rot and insects
  • Smooth, polished surface for easy installation
  • Consistent color that enhances visual appeal
  • Cost-effective compared to other tropical hardwoods

In addition to its practical benefits, Garapa offers aesthetic appeal. Its golden tone brightens outdoor spaces and complements various architectural styles. The wood ages gracefully, developing a subtle silver-gray patina if left untreated. Whether you maintain it regularly or let it age naturally, 1×6 Garapa retains its vibrant color longer. Garapa’s combination of durability, beauty, and affordability makes it a popular choice among homeowners, builders, and designers.

Whether used for a backyard deck, commercial walkway, or decorative fencing, Garapa performs reliably in all conditions. Its balanced weight and sturdy structure allow for easy installation without compromising strength. For anyone seeking a hardwood that combines long-lasting performance with a warm, inviting look, Garapa 1×6 is an excellent option for their projects.

Specifications

  • Dimensions: 3/4 inch by 5.5 inches
  • Lengths available: 8 feet to 20 feet
  • Profile: S4S E4E (surfaced four sides, eased four edges)
  • FSC-certified and kiln-dried
  • Naturally resistant to rot, moisture, and termites
  • Lighter in weight than Ipe or Cumaru, but still durable
  • Warm golden color that can be sealed or left to fade to silver
  • Ideal for decking, cladding, fences, soffits, and exterior walls
  • Fine grain and smooth texture with minimal knots

Benefits

WEATHER-RESISTANT

Withstands heat, rain, and humidity without swelling or decay.

DESIGN FRIENDLY

Warm golden tone adds brightness and contrast to exteriors.

BUDGET FRIENDLY

A cost-effective tropical hardwood that still delivers long-term durability.

EASY TO INSTALL

Lightweight and smooth, ideal for faster project turnarounds.

Material gallery

Had a great experience with the sales rep. He was very knowledgeable and honest. We ended up buying some thermally modified ayous panels for an outdoor media wall. So far so good. It looks great and hopefully will last for decades… Thank you!! Everyone has told us how much they really like the cladding used for our media wall and we appreciate your help with our project.

Best prices and quality I found after looking at a few different places for lumber for my deck project. Customer service was excellent and they helped me with my selections, staff was very knowledgeable! Highly recommend Beyond Lumber and they will be my go to place for future projects.

Roy and his team are hard to beat. These guys are great, I’m a deck builder myself and their customer services is on point. Thanks for all your help team!

We had an excellent experience with Beyond Lumber. Their team was knowledgeable, professional, and guided us through every step of choosing the right materials. The quality of the IPE and other hardwoods was outstanding—everything arrived on time and exactly as promised. Beyond Lumber truly cares about customer service and delivers top-notch products. Highly recommend them for anyone looking for premium decking and outdoor materials

I started buying IPE from Brazilian Lumber over one year ago before the vendor opened the California location (i.e. where I am located). There were some issues related to the lumber (IPE), BUT the vendor made sure that all was taken care of and that I was happy. I mentioned “the issues” not to say that they product is bad, but rather to stressed out that the vendor provides superb service. No matter what you do, the problems may happen. Important is how such situations are handled. I was working with Luis, great guy to work with. I recommend this vendor.

I upgraded my backyard with Ipe deck tiles for my patio. It was definitely an investment, but it’s turned out to be worth every penny. The tiles were easy to install and the finished product is not only beautiful, but also incredibly durable and functional. I would highly recommend Ipe deck tiles to anyone looking to create a beautiful and long-lasting outdoor space.