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What material is this made out of and how was it finished? Thanks!

8 years ago

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8 years ago
The decking is "iron wood" or ipe. The railing is a combination of vertical grain cedar and d & better cedar. I believe the railing was finished with a Sikkens stain product. Not sure but maybe Penofin for the decking. This pic shows all raw wood before finishes. Does this help?

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