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THE DIRT
- Unlike trees, bamboo is a grass and does not need replanting after harvesting. It simply regrows.
- Bamboo does not require pesticides or fertilizers to grow.
- Some varieties of bamboo can grow up to 120cm in 24 hours. Most bamboo grows to full height (10 to 20 metres) in a few months and then takes around 5 years to harden.
- Bamboo is hardwearing and more durable than most hard wood timbers. It has a tensile strength greater than steel.
- Growing bamboo releases 35% more oxygen than timber.
- Bamboo is used by half the worlds population as food, shelter, fuel and clothing and is a vital non-timber, non-petroleum resource.
- Don't worry about the Pandas, they eat Jian Bamboo while Bamboo flooring is made from Mao Bamboo. In fact there is thought to be 1200 species of Bamboo!
- Bamboo flooring arrives as a finished product so there is no mess or toxic fumes in your home.
- Put simply, Bamboo is a pretty perfect flooring material. It is; environmentally friendly, repels termites, stable in humidity and dry conditions and great for those with allergies.
If you're not in the market for a new floor, you can pick up bamboo picnic ware, clothes and even utensils!!
G SPOT
We have recently ordered Bamboo furniture for our home and Bamboo flooring is definitely on the cards for our dream Eco home. It looks sexy and it's good for the environment!
Dr Peter Dingle of Murdoch Uni is looking for homes in Perth to feature in his upcoming TV program 'Sick Homes'. See our Events page for more details.
COME CLEAN
Here are some great bamboo options.............
Style Plantation markets and distributes a broad range of renewable resource products and services, including STYLEBOARD - strand woven compressed bamboo; conventional bamboo flooring; bamboo furniture board, plantation timber, blinds, natural fibre textiles, shutters and a range of furnishings and décor accessories. The outlets also offer installation advice and services.
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