We supply two different types of timber tile

We supply two types of timber tile, Ipe and Cumaru, species sourced from South America and chosen for their beauty and durability:

Ipe (Brazil) is one of the toughest most durable woods available.

It has a greenish-brown appearance and because of its tight grain is popular for its high resistance to mildew, termites and rotting. It is very low maintenance and is used extensively in marine and exterior construction due to its resistance to water. It dries very well and becomes extremely hard, which means it has to be pre-drilled and cut with a mechanical saw. Ipe has a fire rating of Euroclass B and will last up to 25 years. It is nicknamed “ironwood”.

Cumaru (Brazil) is another hardwearing timber.

It is similar to ipe but has a rich chestnut colour. It has very good strength and rot-resistant properties. Ideal for clients who favour a lighter-coloured wood finish.

Detailing

• Tiles can be cut into shapes to fit around details and corners in a similar way to concrete slabs
• This helps achieve clean finishes to the edges of terraces
• Light fittings can also be fitted into the tiles
• We select superior timber so the grain is smooth and uniform, making sawing and drilling straightforward

Note: due to the density of the timber, mechanical sawing and drilling is essential. We recommend that carbide tipped saw blades be used when cutting the tiles. Saw blades will blunt quickly. We also recommend pre-drilling holes before screwing into the wood to avoid splitting.

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