Bamboo flooring has become very popular in recent times. It’s no wonder that it’s so popular because it has a unique beauty all its own as well as being an eco-friendly product. Bamboo flooring durability is one of the big questions that constantly gets asked when people are looking at choosing this option.
Since bamboo is actually a grass and not a hardwood its right sometimes to assume that it is a much softer material. With modern manufacturing processes, sealers, and laminates it’s not as big a concern as it used to be. This being given you should still know about the hardiness and the differences of this material.
Solid and stranded bamboo flooring are both split from the bamboo shoot with very little other modifications. With solid you can show the natural beauty of the bamboo and show the nodules or knuckles and having more traditional Asian look. Although it has a woven mat appearance it is still beautiful and has its own place in your home or office. Both are beautiful in their own right and are fairly durable as well.
The type that you should be aware of are carbonized bamboo floors. Cut and processed much like its counterparts it also goes through a process that darkens the material. Although it is a beautiful material it also softens it. Experts indicate that the softening makes the material 30% softer than the other types of bamboo flooring.
When compared to traditional hardwood flooring these floors are softer but have uniqueness that’s all their own. With modern processes this is somewhat overcome but durability is still a concern. As with traditional flooring use rugs in high-traffic areas. Also be careful with dragging furniture across the flooring as it can scratch and mar as well. Just a few minor precautions in your bamboo floor countless you for many years to come.
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