Ipe hardwood flooring, also known as Brazilian walnut and ironwood, is the single hardest wood. So hard is ipe that it can go just about anywhere — from residential to the busiest commercial site. A floor made from solid ipe hardwood flooring planks, will be a floor everyone will notice. Ipe’s stunning array of deep luscious olive browns and blacks are unforgettable. Ipe has a clean and subtle grain making it an appealing choice for modern interiors. Like so many other tropicals, ipe hardwood flooring is so dense and heavy, it needs a strong arm and sharp tools.

BuildDirect recommends Do It Yourselfers equip themselves with professional tools if they want to work with ipe. Pre-drilling may be required when nailing ipe hardwood flooring in place. However, for those who love dark exotic species with natural luster, ipe is worth the extra effort. Once installed, ipe looks stunning and lends a touch of class to any space. Now at great BuildDirect prices that will make everyone notice.