carbonized vertical bamboo flooring

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Bamboo floor

Before choosing bamboo flooring for your home or business, you might like to find out a little bit more about it. Here are the essential things you should know:

BAMBOO IS AN ECO-FRIENDLY AND SUSTAINABLE PRODUCT

Bamboo is actually a fast-growing grass that reaches maturity and can be harvested in around 5 years, compared to hardwood trees that take decades to mature. The root of the bamboo plant also has the ability to self-regenerate, which means that the bamboo continues to grown even after being harvested. With bamboo there is not deforestation.

THERE ARE DIFFERENT TYPES OF BAMBOO FLOORING

The main types of bamboo flooring are horizontal bamboo, vertical bamboo and strand woven bamboo. Horizontal and vertical are similar in strength and stability, but have a different grain pattern. Strand woven bamboo is made in a completely different way, it looks different and has added stability and durability.

STRAND WOVEN BAMBOO IS OVER TWICE AS HARD AS OAK FLOORING

Strand woven bamboo has been designed in such a way that the bamboo fibers are shredded and then compressed to create a strong, versatile and durable floor covering. It is over twice as hard as Oak flooring can suitable for use in busy areas and even commercial properties.

BAMBOO CAN BE USED IN ALMOST ANY ROOM IN YOUR HOME

Bamboo flooring is extremely versatile so can be used in almost any room in your home. The exceptions are any wet areas, such as bathrooms or utility rooms.

YOU CAN CHOOSE BETWEEN A RANGE OF COLOURS AND STYLES

You can find a wide range of colours, styles and sizes of bamboo flooring. Engineered bamboo has wider and longer planks, but you can also find:

• Solid bamboo flooring

• Strand woven bamboo flooring

• Parquet block bamboo

• Grey bamboo flooring

• Distressed bamboo

• Rustic bamboo

IT IS EASY TO KEEP CLEAN AND LOOK AFTER

Bamboo flooring is really easy to look after and keep clean. Simply sweep and clean on a regular basis, remove outdoor footwear and wipe away any spills straight away. For more information, advice and tips, read our Care and Maintenance Guide.

Carbonized vertical bamboo flooring

The carbonized side press bamboo floor is desugarized and degreased by high temperature and high pressure technology, so that the bamboo is not easy to be eaten by mildew. After high temperature, the bamboo sheets will turn carbon brown, and then the sides of the bamboo sheets are laid flat and glued to make bamboo boards, and then the floor is processed by grooving paint and other processes.

Strips of bamboo are glued together vertically to form the plank of flooring. The bamboo grain is thinner and less evident on the surface of the floor. Vertical bamboo flooring has a tongue and groove fitting profile.

The main model specifications：

960*96*15mm

1020*130*15mm、1020*130*17mm

1900*190*15mm

How to care for your bamboo flooring

Bamboo floors are known for their durability, strength and easy maintenance, but knowing how to care for your bamboo floor is essential to preserving its freshness and natural elegance.

CLEAN YOUR BAMBOO FLOOR REGULARLY

A build up of dirt and debris can be detrimental to you bamboo floor. If dirt, dust or grit is left on top of your bamboo floor and then walked on, it can cause scratches dents and damage to the surface and finish of your bamboo flooring. To prevent any kind of dirt from building up, you should clean your floor regularly.

Sweep your bamboo floor on a daily basis (or more frequently if required) using a soft brush or broom.

Clean your bamboo floor on a weekly basis (or more frequently if required) using a PH neutral wooden floor cleaner

Water and a mop can be used to clean your bamboo floor, but you should ensure that the mop is wrung out entirely as excess water can soak into your bamboo floor and may cause it to warp and swell.

NEVER USE A STEAM MOP to clean your bamboo floor as the heat and steam can penetrate the floor and cause irreparable damage.

Wipe away any spills or dirt as soon as you notice them, using an absorbent cloth to ensure the liquid does not soak into your bamboo floor.

Avoid using any products that may leave a slippery residue on your bamboo flooring, such as oils, waxes or furniture polish. Abrasive and acidic cleaning products should also be avoided as they can damage your floor.

BAMBOO FLOOR DAMAGE PREVENTION

Although a regular cleaning routine is important, another effective way to keep your floor looking fresh and new is to try to prevent damage from happening in the first place.

Use doormats at all entrance doors to catch any debris, dirt and moisture from outside.

Ask family members and visitors to remove their outdoor footwear before walking on your bamboo floor. Ideally, footwear should not be left on your bamboo floor, they should be put in a porch, garage or other storage area.

Apply felt furniture protector pads to the bottom of all furniture and heavy objects to prevent unwanted marks and scratches on your floor.

Do not drag or slide heavy or sharp objects across your bamboo floor as this is likely to cause scratches and dents – always lift, carry and place them down gently.

RE-FINISH YOUR BAMBOO FLOORING

After a number of years, your bamboo floor may have lost its lustre and elegance. To revive the appearance of your floor, and to reseal and protect it from further damage you can sand it down and re-finish it using a wooden floor lacquer. It is advised that a professionally trained flooring expert, with knowledge of bamboo flooring carries out any re-finishing work.