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I've done the Ipe thing twice, using the Eb-Ty biscuits and 5/4x6x20 boards. After the first time, about 10 years ago and literally within days of finishing, I learned that you can buy Ipe with a precut kerf along the entire length of the board...but it costs about $.60 more per board foot. A price I would have happily paid to not have to biscuit cut each board at the joist.
I prefer cargo strap with a come-along v. a bowwrench. There is no manual way to straighten bowed Ipe. And it is essential to seal all cuts or you will have checking.
Ipe is amazing wood. It's very difficult to light on fire and I'm not even sure it would float.
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