Strand Woven Bamboo Flooring

You’ve Chosen Bamboo, Now What?

You have made the decision to go with an eco-friendly bamboo floor. Congratulations! You have made a step toward going green. Now, how can you go one step farther? By going with strand woven bamboo flooring.

So what is strand woven bamboo? It is the material that is made when strands of bamboo are woven together and treated with an adhesive. This material is then compressed until it sets up. Afterwards it is cut into whatever size boards or planks that are required. You may ask, what makes this a green material? Rather than loose the pieces of bamboo that are left behind in the process of making standard bamboo planks, this material is recycled immediately by making it into strand woven bamboo.

What Are The Benefits?

Strand woven bamboo is one of the most stable woods that can be used for wood floors. The durability and toughness of strand woven makes it very hard to beat when used in high traffic areas. With the fast growth cycle of bamboo there is always an ample supply of material. Strand woven bamboo is extremely easy to clean. Usually you only need a dust mop to clean it. If it does require actual mopping then a simple solution of vinegar and water will get the job done quickly. Strand woven bamboo tends to be more moisture resistant than traditional bamboo flooring. This can greatly increase the life span of your floor.

There are several other benefits to having a strand woven bamboo floor. One such benefit includes being allergen free. If you are unhappy with the color of the stain, or if becomes faded or scuffed over time, then it can be sanded and refinished the same as any traditional hardwood floor. One thing to keep in mind is that bamboo flooring will actually require refinishing less often than a traditional wood floor. This could possibly save you a good deal of money over time.

So Why Does Strand Woven Bamboo Last?

Bamboo itself is a naturally durable wood. Once you take bamboo, layer it, and send it through a lamination process you end up with a sheet or plank that is extremely durable as well as being very resistant to damage. This combined with bamboo’s natural ability to expand and contract with relative ease can lead to an extremely long life span for your floor.

With just a little elbow grease and a little hard work you will soon have a very elegant and captivating floor. Keep in mind that you should look for companies that do not use formaldehyde in the making of their product. Formaldehyde can be used in some furniture construction as a wood preservative. It can make you sick over time if there is little or no ventilation in your home. Once you have your floor installed it will be time to sit back, relax, and enjoy! Your new strand woven floor will help add grace to whatever room you install it.

No matter what the reason for choosing your new strand woven bamboo flooring, you will be able to enjoy it for years to come. With an unmatched durability you will be pleased with your beautiful new bamboo floor.