[Cdat]

Quick question for ya'll. I've come into a large quantity of Ipe flooring 3/4 inch thick. Any reason I can't use that on a deck if the frame is done with regular treated lumber? I know it is thinner then normally used but if I strengthened the framing could it be done? Well, not could it but should it?

[buildenterprise]

Run your joists on 12" centers and you should be fine.

[Greg Di]

I believe 3/4" Ipe can be run 16" OC IIRC. It's pretty stiff!

[redwood]

I concur with Greg. 16" is fine.

[Cdat]

Thanks for the quick responses. Now if I can only justify building 3000 ft of deck.

[Sportbilly]

You need justification? lol

[genecarp]

agree with 16 oc, assuming you are talking t&g, DONT FORGET THE PITCH!!!!

[genecarp]

one more thing, pre seal all sides before install

[Bone Saw]

Originally Posted by Cdat

I've come into a large quantity of Ipe flooring

you've come into a large qty of pure profit, being in michigan, I'd work that to my advantage best you can
16 oc fine