3 Reasons Why Moso Bamboo Is The Better Flooring Choice

Arashiyama (嵐山 Storm Mountain) is a famous district outskirts of Kyoto, Japan. Very famous among the locals and tourists for its Path to Bamboo Forest with Moso bamboo.

Who would have ever thought that grass would become the next big flooring trend? It gives a whole new meaning to the phrase “going green.” They don’t call grass “God’s carpet” for nothing! But choosing grass-based, eco-friendly flooring does not mean bringing your lush lawn indoors to the family room. It means choosing bamboo flooring … Read more

What Kind of Saw Blade Should I Use To Cut My Bamboo Flooring?

Hands of a woodworker changing a saw blade to trim bamboo flooring

You’ve chosen the perfect bamboo for your flooring, but now it’s time to start cutting. How do you choose the perfect saw for cutting your bamboo flooring? You’ll want to keep your costs in check while getting a clean, straight cut every time. While certain types of bamboo flooring work perfectly with a standard wood … Read more

Can Bamboo Plywood Be Used For an Exterior Home Improvement Project?

Close up of a part of a family home. Green landscape in background. On the right side you can see a new wooden scaffolding or frame

Planning to build a potting shed or some custom built-in planters for the patio? Bamboo plywood, with all its many wonderful characteristics, is, unfortunately, not recommended for use for exterior structures unless you live in an area with stable year-round humidity and the panels are treated to stand up to the weather.   Even though some … Read more

5 Tips for a Greener Move

A young couple moving into a house or apartment. Their pickup truck is full of cardboard boxes and furniture. They are smiling at the camera, lifting the boxes.

Moving to a new home is both stressful and exciting. You’re getting the opportunity for a fresh start but will have to plan one (or more) of the busiest days of your life. The average American moves twelve times in their lifetime. Last year alone, 43 million Americans went on this adventure. Given the stress … Read more

How long does bamboo flooring need to acclimate before installation?

Similar to other hardwood floors, bamboo flooring does require acclimation. Rigid core bamboo flooring typically acclimates in as little as 24 hours, while solid and engineered bamboo flooring requires a full 72 hours of acclimation before installation. However, for regions with extreme humidity fluctuations or unusually high or low levels of humidity, it is recommended … Read more