Some facts about Curupay wood
Curupay is uniquely confined to the temperate forests in the south west
corner of South America. Curupay is a type of dense ironwood in the
rosewood family. This wood has a beautiful grain and color. Trees grow to a
height of about 30-40 metres (100-130 ft.) and a trunk diameter of up to 2
metres (6 ft.).
Durability
Curupay is rated Class 2 durability (on a scale of 4) meaning that the timber
possesses a high natural resistance to decay, termite and borer attack and
can be expected to give long service life under all normal conditions including
ground contact. In exposed in ground conditions, a typical service life of 15 to
25 years without the use of preservatives can be expected.
Curupay is also highly resistant to rot, fire, termites, marine borers and most
acids
Density
Curupay has a density of approx. 835 kg. per cu.m., almost twice that of
Redwood and over double the density of cedar or yellow pine.
Hardness
Curupay is rated as " Extremely Hard" (rating 2 on a scale of 6 ). It is 4 times
the hardness of Redwood or yellow pine and 5 times the hardness of cedar
(Janka hardness scale).
Color
The wood of the Curupay tree varies in colour from a rich reddish brown to a
soft salmon pink, depending on the age of the tree. The colour usually
darkens with exterior exposure.
Grain and texture
Curupay has a clean smooth surface and dense, straight grain making it
much sought after for fine indoor and outdoor furniture, flooring and
mouldings.
Curupay is uniquely confined to the temperate forests in the south west
corner of South America. Curupay is a type of dense ironwood in the
rosewood family. This wood has a beautiful grain and color. Trees grow to a
height of about 30-40 metres (100-130 ft.) and a trunk diameter of up to 2
metres (6 ft.).
Durability
Curupay is rated Class 2 durability (on a scale of 4) meaning that the timber
possesses a high natural resistance to decay, termite and borer attack and
can be expected to give long service life under all normal conditions including
ground contact. In exposed in ground conditions, a typical service life of 15 to
25 years without the use of preservatives can be expected.
Curupay is also highly resistant to rot, fire, termites, marine borers and most
acids
Density
Curupay has a density of approx. 835 kg. per cu.m., almost twice that of
Redwood and over double the density of cedar or yellow pine.
Hardness
Curupay is rated as " Extremely Hard" (rating 2 on a scale of 6 ). It is 4 times
the hardness of Redwood or yellow pine and 5 times the hardness of cedar
(Janka hardness scale).
Color
The wood of the Curupay tree varies in colour from a rich reddish brown to a
soft salmon pink, depending on the age of the tree. The colour usually
darkens with exterior exposure.
Grain and texture
Curupay has a clean smooth surface and dense, straight grain making it
much sought after for fine indoor and outdoor furniture, flooring and
mouldings.
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Curupay deck tiles are simply the best decking system today.
Curupay snap together decking and patio tiles will quickly and easily bring
new life to your old concrete patio, porch, courtyard or balcony.
In just an hour or so and without the sweat and toil of hammering, drilling and
sawing, you can build a superb new wood deck....ready to enjoy the moment
the last tile is snapped securely into place.
1) easy to install by anyone in just minutes
2) no hammering, drilling or carpentry skills needed
3) no time wasting surface preparation
4) cost effective alternative to a custom deck
5) adds value and style to your home
6) long lasting and hard wearing
7) simply lift up and take with you if you move
8) easy to maintain.. Wash with water or sweep clean
9) An annual treatment of oil will maintain the color and grain of the wood.
Curupay snap together decking and patio tiles will quickly and easily bring
new life to your old concrete patio, porch, courtyard or balcony.
In just an hour or so and without the sweat and toil of hammering, drilling and
sawing, you can build a superb new wood deck....ready to enjoy the moment
the last tile is snapped securely into place.
1) easy to install by anyone in just minutes
2) no hammering, drilling or carpentry skills needed
3) no time wasting surface preparation
4) cost effective alternative to a custom deck
5) adds value and style to your home
6) long lasting and hard wearing
7) simply lift up and take with you if you move
8) easy to maintain.. Wash with water or sweep clean
9) An annual treatment of oil will maintain the color and grain of the wood.
Imagine a deck or patio surface that is . . .
1) Is made from a beautiful certified hardwood.
2) Is easy to care for, simply wash and then oil the tiles.
3) Is easy to install with an easy snap and click design
1) Is made from a beautiful certified hardwood.
2) Is easy to care for, simply wash and then oil the tiles.
3) Is easy to install with an easy snap and click design
Tile Specifications
12 x 12( 1sq ft.)
12 x 24 (2 sq ft.)
1.26 or 33 mm thick
(5/8ths Ipe lumber
5/8ths base)
stainless steel screws
set into wood 1/4 inch
(* If screws are not set
in 1/4 inch slats will
come loose over time)
Polypropalyene plastic
base, tough outdoor
plastic base.
Wood is select A
grade Ipe double
sanded finish.
12 x 12( 1sq ft.)
12 x 24 (2 sq ft.)
1.26 or 33 mm thick
(5/8ths Ipe lumber
5/8ths base)
stainless steel screws
set into wood 1/4 inch
(* If screws are not set
in 1/4 inch slats will
come loose over time)
Polypropalyene plastic
base, tough outdoor
plastic base.
Wood is select A
grade Ipe double
sanded finish.
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