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Does bamboo flooring mold easily?

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Does bamboo flooring mold easily?

Raw bamboo rots quickly, so it’s normally treated within two days of being cut. If the treatment is too late, the mold may still be visible in the finished floor even though it was killed.

What is the strongest type of bamboo flooring?

Strand woven bamboo flooring
Strand woven bamboo flooring is by far the hardest and most durable type of bamboo flooring. It is over twice as hard as Oak and rates at 15.8kN on the Janka Hardness Scale. Vertical and Horizontal bamboo flooring rate at 6.2kN.

What is woven bamboo flooring?

Strand woven bamboo flooring is a type of bamboo flooring that has been made in a particular way to give it additional strength and durability. The planks of flooring have been tested and are over twice as hard as Oak flooring. This makes it perfect for most rooms in your home and even suitable for commercial use.

What are the problems with bamboo flooring?

Bamboozle patented technology and handcrafted floorboards help avoid common bamboo flooring problems.

  • Bamboo flooring problems #1: bamboo is prone to moisture, cupping and swelling.
  • Bamboo flooring problems #2: bamboo can be easily dented and scratched.

Can strand woven bamboo flooring be refinished?

An Overview of the Refinishing Process Yes, Virginia, you can refinish bamboo floors. Refinishing bamboo floors involves sanding down the existing finish (and stain, if it exists) and applying a new polyurethane clear coat on top. Solid strand woven floors of 9/16th thickness can typically be refinished 2-4 times.

Why is my bamboo flooring buckling?

Buckling, also called cupping or crowning, is the most extreme case of too much moisture exposure for wood flooring. When a plank has begun to separate from the sub-flooring, it has begun buckling. Although most cases of too much moisture or humidity can be solved before buckling occurs, it does happen.

What is wrong with bamboo flooring?

Bamboo Flooring Cons: Inexpensive bamboo flooring is susceptible to scratches and dings. Bamboo grass readily absorbs water and is susceptible to damage from water and excessive humidity, thus, it may not work well in basements or bathrooms. The contemporary look of bamboo doesn’t fit with all decor.