I was just given around 100 bd-ft of Ipe dock plank cut-offs by our marina. They are 2-6 feet long, milled and surfaced, 3/4" thick, and widths in the 3-5" range. My plan is to use this to build a bar to go on our dock. A little research reveals that this wood is extremely dense and closed. Looks like sharp carbide tools are a must, and special finishes are required. I didn't find a lot on gluing it, which is a concern.
Also, there are two specific species here (Ipe is a family of many different species). One is far more red-brown than the other, which is kind of yellow with a few very yellow planks. It quickly dulls to gray if untreated and left outside.
Any tips on gluing this would be appreciated.
Also, there are two specific species here (Ipe is a family of many different species). One is far more red-brown than the other, which is kind of yellow with a few very yellow planks. It quickly dulls to gray if untreated and left outside.
Any tips on gluing this would be appreciated.
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