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Bamboo Flooring Beautiful and Sustainable Flooring Choice
Bamboo flooring is created from the fast-growing bamboo grass, an easily renewable resource which makes this style of flooring very environmentally friendly. Because bamboo is harder and more durable than many of its hardwood counterparts taken from trees, bamboo flooring features both the beauty and durability of hardwood without harming the environment. Bamboo flooring is created by cutting bamboo stalks into strips which are then boiled to remove the natural sugars and any pests prior to drying in a kiln. The strips are then used in several layers to create flooring that is stronger than steel and outlasts most wood floors. Bamboo flooring is available in an array of colors, from natural to caramel to pre-stained in a variety of shades to best match the room's decor.
Bamboo flooring is a popular flooring choice in humid climates because it will not contract or expand in response to extremes in temperature and humidity as does hardwood. There is dramatically less likelihood that a bamboo floor will warp or bulge due to moisture or constant humidity. The care and maintenance of bamboo flooring is as simple as a daily sweeping with a soft-bristled broom to remove surface dirt and debris. Its ease of maintenance makes it a popular flooring choice for the kitchen, dining room and areas where outdoor entertaining takes place. It's best not to let any liquid spills soak into the flooring, so keep a soft cloth or damp clean sponge handy to mop up spills before they can do any permanent damage. Abrasive cleansers are not recommended for bamboo flooring. Avoid using harsh detergents which can cause clouding or unsightly streaking. An occasion warm water wash mixed with a mild detergent is ample, followed by drying with a soft clean cloth.
Bamboo flooring costs can vary widely depending upon the quality of the workmanship and grade of bamboo used. But for less than the cost of an exotic walnut hardwood floor and about the same cost as a red oak floor, bamboo flooring will last longer, age beautifully and require less maintenance.
