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No. Ipe wood does not require any type of sealer to maintain its resistance to decay and insects. You should seal the ends of the Ipe decking to prevent end checking (called end wax). A penetrating UV-inhibited sealer may be applied to maintain the natural brown luster of the wood. Sikkens makes an excellent product.
