Decking
IPE decking
IPE is one of the hardest and most durable woods for decking. Durability class 1, olive-brown in colour, with a service life of several decades if installed correctly.
What it looks like
IPE is olive-brown, from light to dark, with a fine grain. Left unoiled, it weathers to a silver-grey patina over time; oiled, it keeps its warm colour.
Durability and maintenance
It is very dense and naturally resistant to rot and insects. To keep the colour, oil it with an exterior oil once or twice a year; if you like the silver-grey look, cleaning is enough.
As with many tropical hardwoods, small surface and end checks can appear. They are normal and do not affect strength; the board ends are treated with end-grain sealer during installation.
Installation
Because IPE is so hard, it is pre-drilled before fixing. We lay it on a joist substructure at the spacing recommended by the manufacturer, with gaps between boards and ventilation underneath. Boards are fixed with hidden clips or stainless steel screws.
When to choose it
When you want the longest service life and a natural wood, with no compromises. It is the most expensive option, but also the one that lasts longest.
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
How long does an IPE deck last?
As a durability class 1 wood, a correctly installed IPE deck with good ventilation and a sound substructure can last several decades.
Does IPE need oiling?
It is not essential. Oil keeps the brown colour; without oil, the wood turns silver-grey without losing its strength.
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.