Decking
Cumaru decking
Cumaru is a hard tropical wood in durability class 1, with a warm reddish-brown tone. It is usually more affordable than IPE, with similar durability.
What it looks like
The colour ranges from golden brown to reddish-brown, with attractive variation between boards. Left unoiled, it turns silver-grey over time.
Durability and maintenance
It is very resistant to rot and wear. It can be oiled once or twice a year to keep its colour.
Installation
Cumaru moves slightly more than IPE with changes in moisture, so the gaps between boards and the ventilation under the deck matter even more. It is pre-drilled before fixing.
When to choose it
When you want a very durable tropical wood with a warmer colour than IPE, usually at a lower price.
Guide price
Installation from 25 €/m²
Installation (labour) usually costs between 25 and 35 €/m². The difference comes from the material (dense tropical hardwood is harder to work than WPC), the substructure and how easy it is to reach the deck site.
Installation includes
- The joist substructure
- The boards, fixed with hidden clips or screws
- Cutting and edge finishing
Example: for a 20 m² deck, installation costs around 500–700 €.
You get the exact price in our quote, once we have seen the site and you have chosen the material.
We also sell materials only
If you are installing it yourself, we deliver the boards, substructure, clips and screws, with quantities worked out from your deck’s dimensions.
Frequently asked questions
Do you have Cumaru in stock?
We order Cumaru on request. Tell us the area and we will confirm the sizes and lead time.
Cumaru or IPE?
Their durability is similar. Cumaru is warmer in colour and usually cheaper; IPE is slightly more stable.
Get a quote
Ask for a decking quote
Tell us the approximate area, the material you have in mind and where the deck will be (garden, roof, pool). Photos of the space help.