What About Bamboo Flooring Durability?
Bamboo flooring has become very popular in recent times. With a remarkable beauty and eco-friendly credentials it no wonder it is so popular. Bamboo flooring hardness is a question for many people when they are thinking about this type of flooring.
As hardwoods are known for their dense material and bamboo is a grass it’s natural to assume that the flooring will be softer. Fortunately it’s not as much a concern now with modern techniques and materials. This being given you should still know about the hardiness and the differences of this material.
Stranded and solid bamboo flooring are harvested in manufactured very similarly. 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.
Carbonized bamboo flooring is one type that you need know about as far as softness goes. Cut and processed much like its counterparts it also goes through a process that darkens the material. This darkening gives it an even more unique look however it also softens it. It is said that carbonized flooring can be as much as 30% softer than its more solid counterparts.
When compared to traditional hardwood flooring these floors are softer but have uniqueness that’s all their own. Fortunately durability is not near as much as a concern with modern processes that they go through. 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. With some basic precautions you enjoy your bamboo floor for many many years to come.