Bamboo Flooring

Qualities

As an excellent alternative to hard wood it provides exceptionally durable surfaces and is one of the hardest natural materials available. The durability is high and it has better hard wearing qualities due to its higher fibre rating than any other hard wood. Solutions in this natural product come in different styles complimenting interior design choices from traditional to contemporary for a totally unique look.

This high quality material has the additional benefit of being very environmentally friendly. This is due to the eco-friendly plant being an extremely fast growing grass with harvesting taking place every 3-5 years, unlike the growing period of more than 25 years for most wood.

Interior Design

Products made from bamboos have provided a revolution in the world of interior design bringing a tropical atmosphere to any room and is fastly becoming the more popular choice than timber such as oak and pine.

Added Value and Investment

You make a huge investment when buying a home so it makes sense to also invest in the installation of hard wearing surfaces that are versatile and enhance your decor and furnishings. Good floors are an investment that can add value to your home. Like any other investment you should always do some research before buying a product. Look for information on types and quality, suppliers and installers, find out as much as you can about them before you buy. Pick up some samples to assess with your decor and interior design ideas. Browse the available reviews too. Most specialist websites will include reviews and it is highly recommended to read them.

Natural Bamboo
Tri-Fold Bamboo &
Hardwood Office

Suppliers

Traditionally, word of mouth would be the popular way to find a supplier, but these days you can find one on the Internet easily enough. View some samples online and find one that is offering the 'look' that is to your taste and within your budget. You can often get access to feedback from previous customers to see if they were satisfied with the product and the installation.

Here are some examples of bamboo flooring you can buy online from established suppliers.

Bamboo Flooring search on eBay

Bamboo by Natural Cork Traditional Bamboo Solid 6 Vertical Spice Bamboo Flooring - Box

LM Flooring Kendall Plank Bamboo 3 Bamboo Carbonized Bamboo Flooring - Box

Bamtex Bamboo Vertical Bamboo 36 Natural Finish Bamboo Flooring - Box

Installation and DIY

Perhaps you are considering some DIY (Do it Yourself) or home projects with bamboos? If you are keen on DIY, the option of installing it yourself is possible. See my How to Install Bamboo Flooring section for tips.

Bamboo Floor Care

If you are unable to get the information about care of your floor direct from the supplier for some reason, or are happier to do your own research, this is a guide to the general practices for bamboo floor care. Following these practices and advice will assist you in maximizing the durability and beauty of your new flooring.

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