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• Do I Need Special Underlayment For Bamboo Flooring?

  By Jo Lynn D. on September 10, 2019 • ( 9 )

  

  First things first: in case you don’t already know what underlayment is, it’s the material laid on top of the sub-floor before the bamboo floor is installed (the subfloor is pretty much the raw floor of your house, whether it’s… Read More ›

• Is Bamboo Flooring Installed Under Kitchen Cabinets and Islands?

  By Jen M. on February 19, 2018 • ( 0 )

  

  Bamboo floors are beautiful and strong. Installing them in a kitchen renovation is a trend that’s not going away any time soon due to strand woven bamboo’s durability. If you are new to bamboo flooring, check out the Bamboo Flooring… Read More ›

• Subfloor Preparation Before Installing Bamboo Flooring

  By Jen M. on October 6, 2017

  

  You’ve looked at all the advantages of bamboo flooring, and you’ve decided it’s the right solution for you. Subfloor preparation before you begin is a critical part of the installation process. You want your sub-floor to be flat, clean of any dirt… Read More ›

• How Much Extra Bamboo Flooring Do I Order For Cutting & Waste?

  By Jen M. on August 28, 2017

  

  When you’re putting down flooring you want to be sure that you buy enough but you also don’t want to end up with an exceptional amount of waste, especially if you’re choosing for its green benefits. When you start looking… Read More ›

• In What Direction Do I Lay My Hardwood Floor?

  By Jen M. on August 8, 2017

  

  The most common way to lay/install hardwood flooring is by aligning the planks parallel to the longest wall or run in the installation. Apart from a few exceptions like sagging joists, this is the preferred direction to lay wood floors… Read More ›

• Keys to Successfully Installing Hardwood or Bamboo Flooring Over a Garage or Crawl Space

  By Jen M. on June 10, 2017

  

  Among the most challenging locations for bamboo flooring are rooms that are positioned over crawl spaces or garages. Installing bamboo flooring in these areas is particularly difficult because failure to shield from moisture adequately can damage the floor. Below is a… Read More ›

• How to Install Bamboo Baseboard and Shoe Molding.

  By Jen M. on May 3, 2017 • ( 0 )

  

  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… Read More ›

• Nailing Down Bamboo Flooring? A Simple Guide.

  By Patricia Wilson on April 27, 2017

  

  A common installation question we get every week is, “I’ve heard it’s super dense – can I nail down bamboo flooring?” The answer is a definitive YES.   In fact, thousands of people worldwide nail down strand woven bamboo floors… Read More ›

• Can I install bamboo flooring in a bathroom?

  By Jen M. on April 22, 2017 • ( 0 )

  

  Hardwood and bamboo flooring can be installed in powder rooms ( half-baths) containing just a washbasin and toilet.  Despite their warm feel underfoot, wood and bamboo floors are not recommended for use in full bathrooms for various reasons. The most… Read More ›