subject: Bamboo Flooring Gaining Popularity With Green Movement [print this page] At a time when people are beginning to realize our global mortality environmentally, the popularity of bamboo hardwood flooring continues to grow due to its sustainability, beauty, and longevity.
Unlike other hardwoods, bamboo replenishes itself very quickly typically in 5 - 6 years, compared to other hardwood flooring species that can take several decades to rejuvenate. That means homeowners can feel good about their purchase, knowing it wont have a harmful impact on the environment.
It is grown in Southern China, Thailand, Vietnam, and other countries in the Pacific Rim. While the small plants themselves seem rather dainty, bamboo is actually 25% harder than Red Oak, according to bamboo flooring specialist Teragren, known for having one of the most extensive bamboo flooring collections on the market. The companys Synergy floor is 154% harder than red oak, making it one of the most attractive flooring options for families who need a forgiving floor.
Just like other hardwood flooring species, bamboo comes in both solid and engineered construction. Choosing between the two types of floors will depend on your location geographically, and also your needs, but unlike other floors, bamboo is highly resistant to moisture. After all, buildings have been constructed out of this wood, so its tough enough to withstand the natural elements.
Another reason bamboo is gaining popularity is because of style. Modern minimalist style favors light colors, and traditional bamboo reflects light beautifully, especially in a home with lots of windows and sunlight. If you like the natural look of bamboo, Tergren Signature Naturals is the way to go. You can choose from either a flat or a vertical grain depending on the type of texture you want from your floor. The Signature Naturals collection is also available in site-finish solid strip flooring.
If you want some color, check out Teragrens Signature Colors series, where this beautiful wood is stained with deep, chocolate-colored pigments to give it an ethereal quality. Choose from Cherry, Espresso, Charcoal, and Walnut. The darker colors lend themselves particularly well to a variety of settings, meaning you dont have to be a modernist or minimalist for these. The darker pigments really enhance the woods natural texture here.
For those who are looking for extra-wide planks, which look particularly beautiful in a large room, check out Teragren Craftsman I and II Wide Plank Floors. They come in 5 and 6 wide planks and two colors Carmelized and Natural. Both emit light beautifully, just as the smaller planks do, and just like the other woods in this collection, are bound to captivate your guests for years to come.
