I'm planning to redo my deck and I'm trying to find the right material. I'm looking for something that falls between an expensive hardwood and fir. Given that I live in Arizona where it doesn't rain much and the deck is covered, I also need recommendations for a good stain or sealant. I have dogs and occasionally use the hose, so the wood needs to hold up well.
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I used ipe for my deck, which I finished this past Spring, and I absolutely love how it looks! If you're considering treatments, have you thought about using Penofin for sealing? It really protects the wood!
Cumaru is a solid choice for decking; it's a great balance between teak and cedar. I built my deck with Cumaru about ten years ago, and it's still in fantastic shape. Just a heads up, I'm not sure what the current prices are, though!