Tigerwood is one of the finest quality hardwoods available that features a unique light golden-brown to reddish-brown coloring with exotic black and brown streaks.. Tigerwood is an exotic hardwood that is naturally resistant to rot and decay, is an extremely durable HARDWOOD, and offers a 25+ year lifespan without preservatives! Our Tigerwood Decking is responsibly harvested from managed forest to provide a truly renewable resource. Tigerwood has many benefits over Ipe and is available at a fraction of the cost.
Tigerwood Decking Comparison
| APPEARANCE | JANKA | BENDING | DECAY RESISTANCE |
Ipe | An extremely dense, tight grained wood. Generally a deep rich brown with some pieces displaying red and amber hues. | 3600 lbs. | 22,560 psi | High rating for insect (termite) and decay resistance. Offers 30+ year lifespan.Original Ipe not available in India.What most sellers sell is Indian Sal as Ipe. |
Tigerwood Decking | Light golden brown to reddish brown with irregular black and brown streaks. | 1850 lbs. | 19,285 psi | Very durable and naturally resistant to decay and insects. Offers 25+ year lifespan. |
Douglas Fir | A light reddish-brown wood with generally straight grain. | 670 lbs. | 12,400 psi | Not naturally resistant to decay. Should be painted or stained to prevent decay. |
Pressure Treated | Very pronounced grain. Dusty yellow-green palor due to chemical treatment of the wood. | 690 lbs. | 14,500 psi | A chemical preservative, chromated copper arsenate is forced into the wood. Offering resistance to decay, but also potential health concerns. |
California Redwood | Several grades available that vary considerably in appearance and quality. Usually straight grained with a fine, even texture. Color varies from cherry-red to dark reddish-brown | 480 lbs. | 10,000 psi | Premium grades are more durable than most woods in common use. Resistant to decay, but relatively soft and quick to weather. Treatment is recommended. |
Western Cedar | Fresh cut, this wood appears a salmon pink color which turns a coffee brown over time. Species is generally straight grained. | 580 lbs. | 7,500 psi | This softwood is more durable than most woods in common use. Resistant to decay, but relatively soft and quick to weather. Treatment is recommended. |
Philippine Mahogany | Interlocked grain similar to true mahogany, but with a courser texture. Species is generally medium to dark brown. | 760 lbs. | 12,000 psi | Only the dark red species are resistant to decay. Although more durable than cedar and redwood, it is still relatively soft compared to Tigerwood Decking. |