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SAN DIEGO – January 28, 2011 Cali Bamboo, One of 2011’s hottest trends in both new construction and remodeling is eco-friendly flooring, using materials that are harvested naturally with low impact to the environment or that are recycled. Bamboo floors, in particular, have really risen in popularity with both vendors and consumers.
Bamboo? Yes, indeed, bamboo. Don’t limit your vision to thoughts of lanai style patio furniture – bamboo has grown up and is a top choice of environmentally conscious homeowners around the world. Bamboo is one of the most sustainable products you can purchase for your home.
The bamboo plant is highly renewable, growing very fast. A harvested bamboo plant grows back to maturity in about five years and does not require replanting. Even though bamboo is technically a grass, a mature plant offers a hardness that is superior to many wood products. The versatility and truly green nature of bamboo makes it one of the most environmentally friendly natural products on the market.
You won’t sacrifice quality or convenience with bamboo flooring – most manufacturers process bamboo into planks that use a tongue-and-groove design, very similar to popular hardwood flooring options. The finished product can be stained or treated to create a beautiful range of natural-looking colors.
A number of companies are dedicated to offering bamboo flooring products, including Cali Bamboo, Morning Star Bamboo and EcoTimber. EcoTimber has been present in the eco-friendly space since 1992, and is dedicated to environmental protection responsible harvesting. You can also find both branded and unbranded bamboo flooring options offered by Lowe’s and Home Deport.
Bamboo flooring is affordable, very durable and very similar in appearance to traditional hardwood flooring. In order to keep your home truly safe and non-toxic, make sure that the manufacturer of your bamboo product does not use formaldehyde to laminate the bamboo planks. Do your homework and select products that are no-formaldehyde and zero VOC.
Did you know that bamboo is the hardest ‘wood’ floor product on the market” It’s tougher than maple, white oak or walnut, perfect for a family home with lots of traffic and activity. We’re seeing it used in nearly every room of the house, especially in entryways, living rooms and family rooms. Costs are competitive with conventional flooring products, with prices ranging from $4 – $8 per square foot, averaging around $5.
A lot of manufacturers are getting into the bamboo product arena, so be sure to take a look at several different suppliers for comparisons and additional purchasing and installation tips. Look at companies who have been around for a while and have experience with bamboo products and finishes. As a starting point, check out Cali Bamboo’s site for a good overview of product characteristics, options and pricing. You can also learn more about green building in general from the U.S. Green Building Council.
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About Cali Bamboo, LLC.
San Diego-based Cali Bamboo manufactures green building products for residential and commercial projects made primarily from bamboo; one of the world’s most durable, sustainable and renewable materials. Founded in 2004 by Jeff Goldberg and Tanner Haigwood, the company is fast becoming one of the shining examples of how individuals, businesses and communities can implement stylish architectural and interior designs without impacting the environment. Cali Bamboo’s wide range of bamboo offerings includes fencing, flooring, decking, plywood and more. For more information, visit www.CaliBamboo.com
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