Bamboo Wood Flooring- A Modern Option
With a greater push for eco-friendly buildings it’s no wonder that bamboo wood flooring has become popular among earth conscious home builders and remodelers. Unlike its hard wood counterparts bamboo can be harvested and be ready to harvest again in three to four years. Hardwoods, like oak, take a minimum of sixty years to grow to maturity and usually much longer.
Vertical strand bamboo flooring and horizontal woven bamboo are two popular styles available. Horizontal has more of a modern look as it is similar to its traditional counterparts. Vertical shows all of the nodules and gives more of a classical Asian look. Either way you go the look of this type of flooring is noteworthy,
Even though bamboo itself is impressively strong, the flooring is softer than hardwood flooring and must be treated slightly different. Be sure to use rugs in high traffic areas to reduce the amount of wear. Also, do not use rubber backed carpets as this could retain moisture and discolor your floor.
Plank and glueless bamboo flooring are two popular installation styles. Plank is more traditional in that it has to be stapled down. Glueless is the click type where you fit the pieces together and snap them together. Your décor, budget, and installation site will determine the best type to choose.
Elegance, individuality, and earth friendly. What more could you want from something necessary for your home? Prices are similar to that of traditional flooring and you can either have it installed or do it yourself!