Yes on screw construction. Countersink them then add dowels.
Does the Ipe have a groove in the edge? If so, you can use blind fasteners.
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If not, you can make a groove in the edge with a biscuit jointer. They aren't cheap, and you probably couldn't get just a handful… Except … Wait for it… It should be somewhat obvious that I have some. PM me and I can send em to you. You pay shipping.
All that said, using plugs is legit, and it looks just like a dowel in the finish. It actually is a nice accent. Just lay them out on even intervals and in a straight line across the entire surface. I go with went one inch in from the edge on my most recent project (in locations where two scres/plugs per framing member were needed).
I have some scrap, and intend to make a couple moulding planes with it. Perhaps a bench plane, for the experience.
A couple other ideas:
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Ipe is noted for movement, but it sounds like your longest piece is only 36 inches. Not a huge concern here.
It really is beautiful wood. Don't breathe the dust.
Does the Ipe have a groove in the edge? If so, you can use blind fasteners.
If not, you can make a groove in the edge with a biscuit jointer. They aren't cheap, and you probably couldn't get just a handful… Except … Wait for it… It should be somewhat obvious that I have some. PM me and I can send em to you. You pay shipping.
All that said, using plugs is legit, and it looks just like a dowel in the finish. It actually is a nice accent. Just lay them out on even intervals and in a straight line across the entire surface. I go with went one inch in from the edge on my most recent project (in locations where two scres/plugs per framing member were needed).
I have some scrap, and intend to make a couple moulding planes with it. Perhaps a bench plane, for the experience.
A couple other ideas:
Ipe is noted for movement, but it sounds like your longest piece is only 36 inches. Not a huge concern here.
It really is beautiful wood. Don't breathe the dust.
