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If you’ve noticed an increase in the prevalence of bamboo flooring advertisements then it’s for very good reason. You see, bamboo flooring hasn’t emerged as a popular alternative to other forms of floor coverings by accident. Consumers are being swayed to this natural and beautiful flooring type because it offers so many advantages over traditional types of floors.
Bamboo’s Many Advantages
One of the biggest advantages of course is it’s environmentally friendly and sustainable nature. Bamboo is a hardy plant and it’s ability to regenerate in less than a year has earnt it a lot of “brownie points” with consumers. It provides the strength of a hardwood floor and it’s added durable nature almost makes it a “no brainer” in today’s day and age as the first choice for floor shoppers.
Bamboo flooring has gained momentum because of it’s low maintainance requirements and this has a lot to do with it’s natural qualities. Staining becomes a thing of the past particularly when you take into account that bamboo color is basically dependent on the length of time it spends in the “processing barn.” Depending on how much traffic it has to endure, if the finish becomes worn and tired then a good sanding and re-finish is usually all that’s required but again, this all depends on the level of use the floor is subjected to. In a normal situation, this won’t be necessary for quite a few years.
Where To Shop
Shopping for bamboo flooring today becomes easier and easier. Once upon a time, consumers were usually required to rely on long distance browsing but today, more and more outlets have “jumped on the bamboo flooring bandwagon” and are offering consumers the opportunity to inspect this eco-friendly surface first hand. However, the internet still offers a great alternative to shoppers who haven’t got access to first hand inspection and browsing online offers a multitude of sites ready to fulfil your needs.
Concentrating on the higher ranked sites should provide less cause for concern but one of the golden rules for shopping online in this instance is to make sure you can contact the seller directly. Phone would definitely be preferable. In many instances, online outlets are able to point you towards some reference points such as consumers who have bought from them previously and are willing to act as referees.
The Cost Factor
The cost of bamboo flooring is usually well within the budgets of most. While some offers of as low as $2 per square are available from some wholesalers make sure you ask for a written warranty with clear details written into it. Ready to install bamboo floors can cost up to $10 per square with installation an extra cost. Depending on your handyman skills, then the latter may not be a factor with a pre-finished floor but might require the services of a qualified installer if unfinished.
If you follow some well laid guidelines on shopping for bamboo flooring then there is no reason why it shouldn’t provide you with many years of loyal service.
Dean Caporella
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Bamboo might seem like a wood, but it actually belongs to the grass family and is one of the rapid growing species in the world. Bamboo flooring is now becoming common among many countries because of its diverse advantages. In view of the fact that bamboo is eco-friendly, it can adjust to the changing environments anywhere in the world. The special attribute of bamboo is that it can lower the intensity of light and can protect us from ultra violet rays. Hence bamboo can also be called as an atmospheric and soil purifier. Bamboo flooring could be found common in an average sparkling honey brown shade or in light tan normal shade. People nowadays are changing their hardwood flooring to bamboo flooring because of its attractive color, design and other price advantages.
If you are a person interested in making your home to look natural, then bamboo flooring is the best and the cost effective choice. Bamboo floorings are available in different lengths and could be purchased either in the market or online. The dealers who are selling bamboo flooring these days are also giving option for you to select the best design to shape on your flooring. Since bamboos are flexible they are also used to make both aesthetic items and other pleasing decorative items that are environment friendly. Hence to prevent the increasing environmental issues bamboo floorings would be the ideal choices that are now available to decorate homes or business places. The days of using traditional hardwood flooring is becoming extinct nowadays, because of these bamboo floorings.
Just like buying branded and durable bamboo flooring is vital, maintaining bamboo floorings is also very essential. Bamboo floorings don’t require frequent usage of polishers and other cleaning solutions like other hardwood floorings. In general, the color of the bamboo flooring is directly proportional to the amount of time required to process it. It is advisable not to install bamboo floorings, in bathrooms or in other areas of your home and office. Since these areas are prone to dampness, the bamboo flooring could be easily deformed or damaged. When buying bamboo floorings and hardwood floorings it could be witnessed in some cases that the bamboo floorings would cost less compared to other floorings. The labor cost can also be found almost the same. As the installation techniques are almost the same for hardwood flooring as well as bamboo flooring, it is relatively easy and it could be seen that most of the hardwood flooring installing experts have now started to install bamboo flooring too.
Bamboo has become one of the hottest trends among Americans and European nowadays. Soon it is expected to become the common flooring across the globe. It has also started captivating the hearts of millions because of its beauty, durability and eco friendly nature.
Carl Walker
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What a great choice. Bamboo is one of the hottest wood flooring trends at the moment and with good reason. It’s durable, low maintenance, very pleasing to the eye and it’s not too precious to live with. Aside from those qualities, it’s also a wonderful material in terms of sustainability, the latest environmental buzz word.
Since it’s actually a grass, and can be harvested time and again from the same plant, it produces a crop every 3 to 4 years, making it very handy indeed. Even the manufacturing processes are environmentally friendly, so jump on the bandwagon and tell your friends!
Now, as for the best method to install bamboo wood flooring, well it all depends on your skills level, how much you really want to do it yourself and whether saving money is a big factor to you.
Concrete slab floor
You also have to be aware that there are some preliminaries that need to be observed before you even choose a method to install bamboo flooring. Firstly, what kind of floor do you have? A concrete slab will need to be absolutely flat and clean, not to mention dry. Bamboo is excellent for resisting moisture, but a dry surface is the best starting point for any flooring installation.
Do a moisture test by taping a plastic bag on to the cement and leave it there for 24 hours. When you remove it, if there is moisture on the plastic, then you will need to take steps to remedy it. Gluing is necessary for installing bamboo flooring to a cement slab and it’s vital that you use an adhesive recommended for this material.
Wood sub floor
If you have a wood sub floor, it too must be clean, flat and dry. Sheets of ply of a minimum thickness of 5/8″ are most commonly used for wood sub floors. Remember that if you’re installing the sub floor over a crawlspace, a moisture barrier of 1/4″ polyurethane sheeting is advised to go over the soil.
Glue down installation
After acclimating the bamboo you’ll be using on your floors for 2 to 3 days before installation, you can then set to work. Manufacturers recommend glue down as the best method to install bamboo wood flooring, though it can also be installed using nails or staples. Nailing and stapling require more expertise and specialized equipment so unless you’re keen to go the difficult route, gluing is far preferable for these reasons.
Before you begin any type of remodeling work, you need to determine how you will go about it. Some graph paper will help you to create a diagram of your floor to scale. Mark in all the measurements and from those you can calculate how many bamboo planks you’ll require to finish the job.
Figure a 1/2″ expansion space between planks and walls into your calculations otherwise they’ll be incorrect. Installing the bamboo flooring itself is relatively easy but if your measurements are out, you will make the job harder.
Also before you start, it’s a good idea to spread out the bamboo flooring planks to get a good look at the natural variations in color. This will help you determine how to distribute them in a way that allows the contrasts to work successfully. Otherwise you could wind up with dark boards all in one area and lighter ones elsewhere; no balance at all.
The right glue for the job
Always use manufacturer recommended adhesives when you install bamboo wood flooring. Using an inferior product or one that is not intended for this kind of flooring will bring costly results. It would be a great shame to install your flooring then have to pull it all up and start again.
In summary, the best method to install wood flooring is the glue down method. For nailing or stapling, call in professional wood flooring contractors, who have all the expertise and tools needed for the task.
Shane Hester
http://www.articlesbase.com/home-and-family-articles/bamboo-wood-flooring-is-hot-137032.html
And how do they hold up in comparison to solid hardwood? If you are a flooring specialist, what type of flooring do you prefer? Why?
if its a full 3/4" floor it can be redone if it gets to that point. The thinner floors ( engineered) , you may be able to have them screened and refinished if their not to bad. As far as holding up, they ll hold up well if you take the daily care they need ( like all wood ).
You ask what I prefer? Good vinyls ,laminates ( not the cheap stuff) . And tile. Tile in all the high traffic areas and bath rooms.
I like the good (quality wise) laminates and vinyls because of the ease of maintenance.
Any flooring questions you can e mail me through my avatar.. GL
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I am interested in putting in new floors in my kitchen, dining room and family room. We do have a dog. I am wondering what type of florring will be the most durable, bamboo or engineered? Also, what type of bamboo…carbonized, stained or natural…or what type of wood for engineered? Would love your help! Thanks!!!!
During extreme changes in the weather, natural hardwood flooring can expand and contract so much that it will buckle or warp. The core layer of an engineered hardwood floor gives it the ability to expand and contract without buckling or warping as natural hardwood flooring would. This means that engineered hardwood flooring is less affected by environmental conditions and can be installed in more areas than natural hardwood flooring. For example, unlike a natural hardwood floor, you can install an engineered hardwood floor in a humid or damp basement. An engineered hardwood floor can also be installed over radiant heating system without suffering any damage. If you install a natural hardwood floor over a radiant heating system, the natural hardwood floor could buckle, cup, or shrink.
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The flooring is solid wood tongue and groove planks and it has acclimated in the room for about a week. I was planning on installing it tomorrow, but now the weather is calling for rain from this afternoon until the middle of next week. Should I wait for the weather to return to normal or should I chance installing it?
the weather outdoors shouldn't really have any effect on your installation -your going to love the bamboo its really a great choice
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Hardwood flooring adds warmth and beauty to any room, and is also a great way to increase the value of your home. At Lowes, youll find a variety of hardwood flooring styles and colors, from domestic species like Oak and Maple to exotics like Brazilian Cherry and Bamboo. Engineered flooring can be installed on any level of the home, but different installation methods are necessary for different types of subfloors. These instructions will show you how to glue down an engineered floor to a …
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