Your subfloor (the existing floor in your property) needs to be level before any bamboo flooring is installed. If it is not level then the planks of bamboo will be put under duress when walked upon, and over time it could start to creak, squeak and may move.
If your subfloor was not completely dry before the bamboo flooring was installed, then you may have problems with moisture damage to your flooring. Over time the bamboo will absorb any excess moisture and is more than likely going to warp and distort.
When deciding upon a new bamboo floor it is vital that you think about the space that it will go into and how much traffic or footfall it will receive. If it will have a relatively low amount of people walking over it then it does not cause too much worry and any type of bamboo flooring will be sufficient. Continue reading
Bamboo flooring is becoming increasingly popular with homeowners and for commercial properties because of its strength, durability, eco-friendliness and sustainability. Here are the top 10 benefits of bamboo flooring:
Yes, bamboo flooring can be installed in a conservatory, or room with a large amount of glazing. Bamboo flooring is a very versatile, durable and stable product, meaning that it is more resistant to fluctuations in the heat and temperature associated with conservatories.
Yes, bamboo flooring is extremely versatile and can be installed in a kitchen. Bamboo makes a very stable and durable floor covering, so it is able to withstand small fluctuations in temperature, humidity and moisture, which are all expected in a location such as a kitchen.
No, it is not recommended that furniture polish be used to clean bamboo floors as it would leave a residue on the surface. This residue would make the floor very slippy and hazardous, and it can be very difficult to remove.
Yes, a vacuum cleaner can be use to clean your bamboo floor, but you should ensure it has a specific wooden floor cleaning attachment. The ordinary vacuum cleaner attachments may have sharp or coarse bristles which could scratch or dent your bamboo floor.
Yes, a regular mop can be used to clean bamboo flooring. The mop must be wrung out and should be damp rather than wet. If the mop is wet, there is a danger that the excess water may which is left on the surface of the floor may find its way in between the joints and cause water damage to your bamboo flooring. Water damage would cause your floor to warp, distort and change colour.
The difference between natural and carbonised bamboo flooring is the colour. Natural bamboo flooring highlights the natural colour of bamboo, which is golden and blonde. Carbonised bamboo flooring has a dark brown coffee colour which has been achieved by smoking the bamboo under extreme heat in an industrial kiln.
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