Ipe is a very popular species in many countries (especially France and Italy). The colour of the wood is light brown, sometimes with a greenish tint, changing to a dark brown chocolate colour. The seven-leaved balsam tree has a natural high resistance and strength. Origin: South America Use: For industrial and decorative floors, tool handles, furniture, interior and exterior carpentry, port structures, and bridges. Colour: Light brown, sometimes with a greenish tinge to dark chocolate brown Height of tree: up to 30 m. Texture: Fine Processing: Good Resistance: Very high resistance to decay and insects, high resistance to changes in weather conditions
Average density at 12% moisture content: 1.04 g/cm3
Longitudinal shrinkage T per cent: 6.4
Transverse shrinkage R per cent: 5.1
Stability: Moderately stable