This project was built for a rare homeowner that preferred wood for virtually the entire project. The project included a 600 sqft. ipe deck, cedar railing, and a pavilion constructed with cedar columns and a pine ceiling. (The ipe had not been sealed when the photos were taken.)
The close-up of the decking demonstrates why we prefer to face-screw hardwood decking as opposed to grooved boards. Face-screwing helps to keep the deck surface level and flat for the long term. Clips can, over time, loosen and lead to unevenness in the deck surface.