A 7-Step Guide to Remove Dried Adhesive / Glue From Bamboo Flooring

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Bamboo flooring continues to increase in popularity due to its unique strength and elegant finish. One common problem homeowners experience is the accumulation of dried adhesive on the floor’s surface during installation. Failure to properly remove this glue while it’s still wet can lead to permanent finish damage. Below are seven steps to help you remove dried adhesive/glue … Read more

The truth about bamboo flooring – is it eco-friendly?

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Are bamboo floors bad for the environment because they’re shipped from China? Are forests in China being cut down to make way for more bamboo farms? In this article, we’ll be exploring the eco-friendly nature of bamboo with a particular focus on Ambient’s dedication to sustainability. We’ll discuss some of the ways we minimize our … Read more

Is Bamboo Hardwood Flooring… or Is It a Grass?

is bamboo considered hardwood flooring

Is bamboo a hardwood? Confusion often surrounds bamboo as it’s referred to by some as hardwood and by others as grass, or natural material distinctly unlike wood. Perplexed yet? Let’s unravel this mystery and establish why, despite bamboo not technically being a hardwood, we’d say it’s a far more suitable product to claim the title of ‘hardwood … Read more

Hardwood Floor Installation Methods: Nail Vs Glue Vs Float

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Preparing to install a new floor can be a daunting task. Maybe you’re planning on hiring some flooring contractors or you want to tackle the installation yourself. Either way, there are several different installation techniques to consider, including: the nail-down method the glue-down method the floating method Floating floors are also known as click-lock flooring … Read more

How to Install Bamboo Baseboard and Shoe Molding.

Should I glue or nail baseboard?

If you’re looking to install eco-friendly bamboo flooring in your home or workplace, you’ll probably come across frequent references to the baseboard and shoe molding (or its close cousin, quarter round). These products are essential for creating a perfectly finished look for your floors. We’ve put together a list of answers to some frequently asked … Read more