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Old October 21st, 2014, 07:16 PM
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Default Re: Bed Wood

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Originally Posted by GMCNUT View Post
if you want the toughest wood, you can buy whats locally known as "ironwood" or "Ipe" (pronounced ee-pay) which is rock hard Brazilian Walnut. You cannot get screws or nails in it - has to be pre-drilled. Google it - super for decking and other weather-resistant uses.
Hmmm...never heard of that one. I'll check it out.
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