Ipe Wood Decking Gallery — Project Photos and Inspiration
Browse real ipe wood decking projects from homeowners and contractors who purchased from us. From intimate backyard decks to large commercial boardwalks, ipe delivers the same outstanding performance and beauty at every scale.
What Makes These Projects Stand Out
Every project in our gallery uses premium Brazilian ipe sourced direct from our mill partners. The rich reddish-brown color, tight grain, and smooth surface you see in these photos is what you can expect when you order from us. Ipe’s color deepens and enriches in the first year after installation — the photos here show both freshly installed and aged, oiled boards.
Residential Deck Projects
Ipe is the material of choice for homeowners who want a deck that lasts as long as their house. Our residential projects range from small urban terraces to large wraparound decks. Common configurations include straightforward horizontal board decking with hidden Ipe Clip® fasteners, diagonal board layouts for visual interest, multi-level decks with ipe stairs and railings, and pool surrounds where ipe’s Class A fire rating and slip resistance are particularly valuable.
The most common residential dimensions are 5/4×6 boards on 16″ joist spacing for decking, with 1×4 used for tighter applications like rooftop decks with weight constraints.
Commercial and Hospitality Projects
Ipe’s exceptional durability makes it ideal for high-traffic commercial applications where composite or softwood decking would require replacement within a few years. We’ve supplied material for restaurant outdoor seating areas, hotel pool decks and terraces, marina docks and boardwalks, public park installations, and retail outdoor displays and entries. Commercial projects often specify ipe specifically for its Class A fire rating, which is required for many commercial occupancies and public spaces.
Before and After: Ipe Restorations
Some of the most dramatic transformations come from ipe decks that have been properly restored after years of weathering. Boards that have greyed significantly can be brought back to near-original color with a proper cleaning and oiling — demonstrating why ipe’s 75+ year lifespan is realistic rather than theoretical. See our complete ipe deck restoration guide for step-by-step instructions.
Material Profiles Shown
The projects in our gallery use the following standard profiles that we stock for immediate shipping: 1×4 ipe decking (3.5″ face), 1×6 ipe decking (5.5″ face), 5/4×4 ipe decking (3.5″ face, thicker profile), 5/4×6 ipe decking (5.5″ face, thicker profile — most popular for residential), and ipe stair treads and railings in various dimensions.
Get Inspired — Then Get a Quote
If you see a project style that fits what you have in mind, we can help you plan and estimate materials. Our team can provide board counts and material estimates from square footage, recommend the right profile for your application, and advise on fastener systems and finish options.
Request free samples to see the color and grain in person, contact us for a project quote, or browse our full ipe decking inventory with current pricing and availability. If you’re a contractor looking for consistent supply and wholesale pricing, visit our contractor program page.
Submit Your Project
Did you build a deck or outdoor project with our ipe? We’d love to feature it. Send us photos of your completed project and we’ll consider adding it to the gallery. Projects that include before-and-after shots, installation process photos, or unusual configurations are especially welcome. Contact us to submit your project photos.