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Ipe or Cumaru. Cumaru is a little bit cheaper,but also a little bit light in color. I am a big fan of Ipe. The last few decks we did were on the hill side build with Ipe treated with Penofin. Its been 6 years, the Penofin did its trick. We went back once to clean and oil it. these decks still look the same as it was installed with minimal cleaning. Color preservation is great with Penofin and it has UV blocker build into the finish. Ipe is fire rated too. 5/4" 16 on center should be plenty strong.
Red wood id ok, but too soft for my taste.
I buy from Bonhoff lumber in LA. They have the best prices, but they are a wholesale house only. Let me know if you want their number.
Many people like the plastic stuff because they want to be green, or simply do not want to maintain it. That's fine, but that stuff is Formica of decking. I like to have real wood. the cost is very similar.
Last edited by look 171; 05-04-2011 at 08:45 AM..
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