Bamboo flooring: Everything you need to know

How much does Bamboo Flooring Cost?

The bamboo tiles or plank price averages between ₹150 to ₹300 per sq. ft. But the cost may rise depending on the bamboo flooring's treatment, application, and thickness. The installation cost for bamboo tile flooring is around ₹80 per sq. ft. It may vary given your location, the installation mechanism, the area, etc.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Bamboo Flooring

Advantages:

1. Compared to Harwood, bamboo is a more sustainable material. While the former takes decades to grow and harvest, the same bamboo stalk can be harvested every 5 to 6 years.
2. Its fast growth rate and lightness make it a more affordable choice.
3. Through carbonisation and staining, you get as many colour variations as hardwood, only at a fraction of the cost.
4. Bamboo tile flooring is pretty easy to maintain. Simple dusting and occasional moping are enough.
5. Its new and distinct look makes bamboo tile designs excellent options for contemporary interiors. But bamboo flooring is aesthetically versatile enough to fit in with most design styles.
6. Horizontal and vertical bamboos have long life spans. You can refinish them numerous times.

Disadvantages:

1. While more resistant to scratches than many hardwoods, it isn't wholly scratch-proof, particularly engineered bamboo flooring.
2. Bamboo flooring may be more sustainable but isn't eco-friendly on all fronts. The binding materials and adhesives used in the manufacturing process can be toxic and emit VOCs.
3. Significant shifts in humidity levels can cause irreparable damage to bamboo tiles and planks.
4. It is susceptible to swelling, shrinking, buckling, discolourations, marring, etc.
5. Tongue and groove mechanisation requires professional help for installation, making bamboo floor tile and planks non-DIY-friendly.

How to Clean Bamboo Flooring?

1. The frequency of basic cleaning depends on the location and traffic in a room. In a house, cleaning bamboo floor tiles daily or every second day is ideal.
2. To avoid permanent damage, always clean up spills and splashes immediately. Instead of wiping and scrubbing, ensure to blot.
3. To avoid any moisture-related damage to bamboo tiles design, opt for weekly damp mopping.
4. Use non-alkaline, non-acidic and wax-free cleaners—cleaning products used for hardwood flooring work just as well for bamboo flooring.
5. To avoid abrasions, use microfiber mops, rags, and soft-bristled brushes.

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