Ipe 5/4×6

A premium decking board that balances strength, thickness, and appearance. Ideal for residential and commercial decks, as well as fences and siding.

Price range: $64.00 through $160.00

overview

Ipe 5/4×6 is a popular choice for high-end decking projects where durability and aesthetics both matter. With a finished size of 1 inch by 5.5 inches, these boards offer more thickness and stability than standard 1×6, making them ideal for high-traffic areas like pool decks, patios, rooftop terraces, and walkways. They also work well for fences, siding, and soffits when you want a slightly more robust profile. The kiln-dried finish and FSC certification ensure long-term stability, and the smooth S4S E4E milling gives every board a clean, professional look. Ipe naturally resists water, insects, decay, and fire, which means your deck will hold up beautifully for decades with minimal maintenance.

specifications

  • Dimensions: 1 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 termite damage
  • Class A fire rating for WUI compliance
  • Dense grain and rich color variation from brown to deep red
  • Best for decking, cladding, fences, soffits, and ceiling accents
  • Can be treated to maintain color or left to weather naturally

Benefits

WEATHER-RESISTANT

Performs in sun, rain, humidity, and coastal air without breaking down.

DIY FRIENDLY

Ideal thickness and width for backyard builds and residential use.

SUSTAINABLY SOURCED

FSC-certified and responsibly imported for eco-conscious projects.

FADE/STAIN RESISTANT

Keeps its color better than softwood decking over time.

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2023-03-23

Maria Daniela Marín

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.

2025-02-27

Rosa Figueroa

Such a great find! I needed my side gate upgraded and Ed Shubin was so helpful in getting me just the right piece of lumber. He knew exactly what was needed according to my specifications! The lumber was top notch and I couldn’t be happier. Thank you Ed!

2025-05-21

Lancelot Yupingkun

Roy and team have been amazing! We got high quality ipe and cumaru wood from them for our backyard fence and deck. The wood is just phenomenal. The team is also extremely professional – always responding to our questions, providing helpful tips, and finding ways to make our project work within budget and schedule. Highly, highly recommend!

2024-03-22

Craig Neil

The best place to get Brazilian hardwood that I\’ve found anywhere in California or online. The customer service is very good, the reps are attentive to you upon arrival and they are very knowledgeable. The quality of wood is superb and the pricing is cheaper than I can find anywhere else.

2024-04-18

Tony Nguyen

Absolutely the best place in socal for all of your tropical hardwood needs. Just built a small deck with 5/4 x 6 cumaru sourced from BL. Their prices can\’t be beat locally. The selection is also great. They have all the major hardwood species.

2025-01-02

Raj Patel

Had a great experience with George 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. (I sealed it with Cutek Extreme so hopefully that prolongs the lifespan). Thank you George!! Everyone has told us how much they really like the cladding used for our media wall and we appreciate your help with our project.