Flooring
Bamboo Flooring
Bamboo flooring offers hardwood-like performance from a rapidly renewable grass that matures in 5-7 years versus 60+ years for hardwood trees. This sustainability advantage, combined with distinctive aesthetics and excellent durability, has made bamboo a popular eco-conscious choice.
Bamboo flooring comes in several constructions, from traditional horizontal and vertical orientations to strand-woven versions that rival the hardest hardwoods in durability. Each type offers distinct visual characteristics, from the distinctive nodes of natural bamboo to seamless contemporary looks.
Key Characteristics
- ✓Rapidly renewable resource
- ✓Hardwood-like durability
- ✓Distinctive appearance
- ✓Various construction types
- ✓Can be refinished (solid)
- ✓Eco-friendly choice
Types & Variations
Horizontal bamboo (visible nodes)
Vertical bamboo (linear pattern)
Strand-woven (extremely hard)
Carbonized (darker, amber tone)
Natural (blonde color)
Works Well With These Styles
Placement & Usage Tips
Choose strand-woven for high-traffic areas and pet-friendly durability. Traditional horizontal and vertical bamboo suit lighter use areas. Acclimate bamboo thoroughly before installation.
💡 Pro Tip
Not all bamboo is created equal—cheap bamboo can be softer than pine. For durability, choose strand-woven bamboo with Janka hardness ratings exceeding 3000. Verify harvest sources for true sustainability.
Related Terms
Hardwood Flooring
Solid wood planks milled from single pieces of timber, prized for natural beauty, durability, and the ability to be refinished multiple times.
Strand-Woven Bamboo
Extremely hard bamboo flooring made by compressing shredded bamboo fibers with resin, creating material harder than most hardwoods.