abo design co. » Hardwood http://abodesignco.com The Ever-Changing World of Interior Design, Art & Architecture Sat, 20 Feb 2010 01:46:07 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Planet-friendly lumber http://abodesignco.com/deck/planet-friendly-lumber/ http://abodesignco.com/deck/planet-friendly-lumber/#comments Wed, 08 Apr 2009 16:00:31 +0000 admin http://abodesignco.wordpress.com/?p=291 If you are buying pressure-treated lumber for a deck, keep in mind that they have probably been injected with powerful pesticides, which contain arsenic & chromium, to prevent rot & infestation.  Ask before you buy!  Enquire about CA-B pressure treated lumber or the other option is Brazilian Walnut, or Ipe.  It is one of the densest exotic flooring options that is also long lasting and rot-resistant.  It also comes as one of the darkest & most distinguished looking colours of imported hardwood.  It’s a great choice for decks because it is low-maintenance, durable and doesn’t come with the problems often associated with composite & cheaper decking.  You’ll often find Ipe in commercial applications as boardwalks, piers, docks, & outdoor benches due to its durability.

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