Thread: Ipe scales

Ipe is a fantastic wood for scales, and should stand up to moisture quite well. What has already been said is great advice, and I would agree with the Tung oil finish, it is easy and will stand up to water very well. Here's a link that will help with any questions you have about the wood. Ipe | The Wood Database - Lumber Identification (Hardwoods) you will see some of it's cool properties.

I actually just got done doing this Ipe brush that I finished with 3 coats of 100% pure tung oil. Really love the deep colour that came out once I applied the oil. Good luck with the rest of your project.