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Ipe Wood Color Change and How to Restore It
If you’ve invested in Ipe wood for a deck, patio, or outdoor furniture, you may have noticed a gradual change in its appearance over time. What once displayed a deep, rich brown color slowly softens into a silvery-gray tone. While this shift can be surprising for first-time Ipe owners, it is completely natural and happens to every untreated Ipe surface exposed to sunlight and the elements.