Established in 1977, Bamtex Bamboo Flooring is a US-based company that pioneered the introduction of a range of bamboo flooring products. Bamboo may have been a traditional flooring choice in Asia for centuries, but in the urban world it has gained popularity as a green flooring choice among the environmentally conscious. If you are keen on hardwood flooring, you will find that bamboo makes an excellent alternate. Bamboo has been grown in China for many hundreds of years. It is considered stronger than steel and is versatile in its application.
Compared to traditional wood flooring, bamboo is more durable and resistant to scratch. In fact, Bamtex Bamboo flooring looks similar to an oak or pine floor because of its stylish looks and the warm natural shades of color.
At Bamtex, a particular species of bamboo called Mao is used from the bamboo forest cultivated by them, located close to the Pacific Ocean. Bamboo is a grass and grows quite fast, so it is harvested every five years, unlike wood that takes several years to mature. Bamtex’s bamboo flooring is especially known for its unique grain and finish.
Colors available
Bamtex bamboo flooring is available in natural and carbonized colors which can be stained to produce different shades. The Mao bamboo species used by Bamtex is particularly chosen for its strength, grain, good color, density and structure. It is also highly durable for flooring purposes.
Installing And Caring For Bamtex Bamboo Flooring
Bamboo floors for kitchen can be installed in three ways – by gluing it in, nailing it down or floating. The right option depends on the existing structure. Bamboo floors look great in any part of the home as it matches a variety of decors. Looking after your Bamtex bamboo flooring is easy since it comes with a layer of finish to guard it. It can be cleaned with a soft broom or vacuumed to keep the grit and dirt away.
Any spills must be mopped up right away so that it does not seep in and cause a stain. It is also necessary to avoid stagnant water on a bamboo floor. The manufacturer recommends the use of rugs under furniture on bamboo floors to avoid scratching the surface. There are bamboo floor cleaners available in the market that can be used for cleaning.
Your Bamtex bamboo kitchen flooring can look elegant and beautiful or several years. It is also more cost effective than traditional hardwood flooring and actually denser than maple wood. This is because the bamboo is cut into long strips, made into rectangular shapes and then steamed under pressure after which they are dried in a kiln.
The strips of bamboo you get are then glued in different layers both vertically and horizontally. After this, it is placed in a press to produce the bamboo flooring that can be installed. Aesthetically pleasing yet strong, Bamtex bamboo flooring gives you home a distinctive look.
