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What is the lifespan of bamboo flooring? Bamboo floors are cheap and growing in popularity. While hardwood flooring can last up to 75 - 100 years, bamboo flooring has a lifespan of 10 - 25 years. Both types of flooring tend to rot from…

The oil soap progressively dulls the finish of the bamboo floor and eventually you will want to restore the shine. The best way to clean it is to wash it under a mixture of vinegar and warm water. What to put on floors to make them…

How do you maintain bamboo flooring? Sweep your bamboo floor daily (or more frequently if needed) with a soft brush or broom. Water and a mop can be used to clean your bamboo floor, but you should ensure the mop is fully wrung out as…

Why is bamboo flooring so cheap? Bamboo is a grass and it grows very fast. It can reach maturity in 5 years, compared to hardwoods that can take more than 30 years to fully mature. This means that bamboo is more abundant and easier to…

Is bamboo a lot of maintenance? Bamboo can be left in their beautiful natural state and become a low maintenance plant, especially if they are well established. However, just like a hedge or a tree, if you want to 'manicure' your…

Is a floating floor better than nailed? Nailing is usually the cheapest method, but subflooring is limited to wood. The floating method is affordable because it doesn't require a lot of manpower, materials or time to perform. Glue is…

What is the best way to lay bamboo flooring? Do you put anything under the bamboo cane? You will need an underlayment if you choose to float on a bamboo floor. All of our bamboo floors, except parquet block, can be floated on top of…

3) Parallel or diagonal floor Believe it or not, the way the floor is installed can help make a room look bigger than it is. As a general trick of the trade, installing flooring like boards that run parallel to the longest wall in the…

Why is my bamboo floor dull? Bamboo floor coverings are very hard and do not scratch or wear easily in the early stages of its life. As the floor ages, it is not uncommon for bamboo floors to look dull in high traffic areas or show…

Is bamboo flooring naturally waterproof? So to summarize, a good quality, finished bamboo floor is waterproof and can be used in places like the kitchen, but there is no such thing as a waterproof bamboo floor and you should avoid…