Brazilian
Walnut has been proved as the best decking material as per the combined study
conducted by the US Naval Laboratory, NFPA and the Janka hardness test.
Let us now highlight the importance of IPE as a deck material.
IPE
is an exotic hardwood that is durable and resistant to decaying. It is stronger
than Teak and provides the best alternative to it. The Janka hardness test had
shown that it has a hardness of 3600 lbs which is recommendable for wood
specie.
Helping
to Control the Spread of Fire
Brazilian
Walnut helps to cut down the spread of fire, besides being strong and
beautiful. The National Fire Protection Agency has classified it as an A class
wood because of its effectiveness to control fire. When it comes to family, we
should not use just any material as it is directly related to the safety of our
family members.
Apart
from providing adequate safety, it lasts for decades together without any fear
of termites, mold and fungus. It is one of the best options available for
homeowners in terms of its robustness as a materials and the extra years it
adds to the life of the wood.
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