Ipe Out Nature

Around a pool deck, grip counts for more than looks, and the matt texture face is the deepest surface in the range, which is what bare wet feet need. The tile is rated for outdoor use, so it also handles a covered porch or the strip of a landed property between the car porch and the side gate. Nutmeg is the warm brown of chengal decking in its first years, before weather pulls it towards silver, and this holds that colour instead of shifting. Three random faces is the lowest count offered, so mixing boxes is necessary rather than advisable. Planks are 150 x 900 mm, 8 per box, 1.08 m2 of coverage, 22 kg.

• Is Ipe Out Nature suitable for a humid home?

  Yes. Ipe Out Nature is glazed ceramic with 6 to 8 percent water absorption, so humid months do not make it swell, cup or warp the way timber and laminate can.

• How many boxes of Ipe Out Nature for a 5 x 6 m living and dining area?

  A 5 x 6 m room is 30 m². With 10 percent extra for cutting, that is 31 boxes, since each box of 8 planks (15 x 90 cm) covers 1.08 m² and weighs about 22 kg.

• Can Ipe Out Nature go on a balcony or porch?

  Yes. Ipe Out Nature is rated for outdoor use, so covered balconies, porches and walkways can have a wood deck look without the upkeep of real timber.

• What upkeep does Ipe Out Nature need?

  Sweep, then mop with a mild floor cleaner. The glazed satin textured face needs no oiling, sanding or polish.