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Our Moso bamboo matures in 5-7 years and is selected for superior strength and maximum
hardness. Bamboo is a truly sustainable harvested grass that regenerates at least 8 times
faster than hardwood.
Square-edged planks for the clean flat look of a site-sanded floor without the dust.
Available also as an engineered wide-plank bamboo floor.
We have over 57 colors to choose from. We use premium German and Swiss pigments for
higher optical definition and color vibrancy with custom coloring available upon request.
Superior engineering
Superb dimensional stability with no seasonal gapping and no cupping. Each plank is
constructed as a 3-layer cross-lamination bonded with waterproof adhesives. Silky smooth
and finer grained than traditional hardwood.
Materials
DuroDesign Bamboo floors are also available in an engineered plank measuring 73/8" x 5/8" x 72" which is ideally suited to a floating floor installation.
No, we use only natural bamboo for our stained flooring. Carbonizing bamboo
softens the product by approximately 30 %. Carbonized bamboo is darker in color
because it has undergone a change, not a stain. During the manufacturing of the
product, the strips of bamboo are boiled and change color (becoming browner in
tone and softer).
When tested according to the standards of the National Wood Flooring Association
Test (Janka Ball Hardness Test), it shows an average hardness of 1820 PSI.
I don't like the plasticky look and the grooves that catch dust
and dirt between the planks of a pre-finished floor. Does Durodesign Bamboo flooring look like a typical pre-finished floor?
DuroDesign uses only square-edged planks for the clean flat look of a site-sanded
floor, with the dustless convenience of a pre-finished floor. Our varnish is also
specially formulated for utmost clarity, allowing our rich colors and the natural
beauty of bamboo to shine through.
No. Cutting bamboo stalks will actually promote faster growth of the stumps that
are left behind. Bamboo becomes mature after 4-6 years, unlike hardwoods that may
take decades.
Bamboo itself is a grass which grows to over 80 feet tall in only five to six years.
After harvesting, it is split and flattened, before being laminated under high pressure
with an environmentally safe adhesive. The bamboo flooring planks are then treated
with hydrogen peroxide to eliminate any mildew and kiln-dried to at least 8-10%
moisture content.
What is the difference between "horizontal" and "vertical" Durodesign Bamboo flooring ?
A bamboo stalk is hollow and the walls of the plant are fairly thin. Strips of bamboo
are therefore laminated together to make our 5/8" flooring. The terms "horizontal"
and "vertical" refer to the orientation in which the bamboo strips are laminated
together. In the horizontal style, the strips are laid flat so the top surface shows the
bamboo's nodes, or 'knuckles' more prominently. In the vertical style, the strips are
turned on their sides and laminated together in long, slender rows creating a
different appearance.
1. COLOR! We are the only company offering over 50 beautiful colors to choose
from. And we are adding new colors on a regular basis. Can't quite find the right
color? We'll make it for you. Whatever the color- our DuroDesign bamboo flooring
colors are consistently clear, vibrant and exciting.
What kind of varnish do you use on your pre-finished Durodesign bamboo flooring?
Bevelling the edges allows a flooring manufacturer to use cheaper materials and
hide the thickness variation between different planks. Duro-design uses highertolerance bamboo material which is more uniform in thickness, allowing us to
achieve the clean flat-look of a site-sanded floor.
Firstly, we are importing unfinished bamboo which we then finish-sand and color
with high quality furniture stains that we manufacture.
We then finish all our floors with our own 6-coat MP765 two-component waterbased polyurethane finishing system, which is crystal clear and non-yellowing.
Our bamboo floors are unique because DuroDesign bamboo floors have a natural
appearance, while being protected by a finish which is transparent, thick and
flexible, very durable and easy to re-finish.
Most other pre-finished bamboo flooring is stained and finished in China. Their
colors are limited and lack depth (i.e. they are coloring the finish). Their finish lacks
transparency and doesn't penetrate the bamboo so it sits on the surface with a
synthetic plasticky appearance.
The competition's finish, besides being unattractive, is also next to impossible to refinish successfully in the future.
No. Duro-design Bamboo flooring is produced using the fast-regenerating Mao Zhu
(Phyllostachys pubescens) or "hairy bamboo" species, which often grows to fifty
feet in height and two feet in circumference, is mainly found in eastern low
mountain areas, and is not part of their diet, nor do they live near these areas. The
700 to 1,000 Giant Pandas living in the wild in China live mainly in western China
at elevations of 3,000 to 8,000 feet.
Installation
DuroDesign Bamboo floors are also available in an engineered plank measuring 73/8" x 5/8" x 72" which is ideally suited to a floating floor installation.
Bamboo floors can be installed in a bathroom- but care must be taken to avoid
standing water. Like almost any flooring, bamboo could be damaged if excessive
water is left to stand for an extended period of time. That being said, many Duro-
design bamboo floors are in use in bathrooms successfully. To cut all risks we
would recommend adding two extra coats of our MP765 water-base polyurethane
after installation to penetrate and seal all the joints in the floor.
Many confuse particleboard with OSB (Oriented Stand board). True particleboard
commonly used in some manufactured homes does not have enough holding power
and will loosen over time. There are many types of OSB that can be used for solid
nail down hardwood floors. It is best to consult the manufacturers warranty specs
We may be able to recommend qualified installers in your area. For larger projects,
we have technical people that can consult with your project needs and even come
out to supervise the installation.
Bamboo expands and contracts up 50% less than a typical hardwood floor. This
means less gapping and stress on the floor with the temperature and humidity
fluctuations involved in a radiant-heated floor. So it is a better choice than
hardwood for radiant-floor applications.
Yes. Installation is the same, and any hardwood flooring installer can install it. Our
flooring is pre-finished, so there is no dust, mess or fumes, however.
The Quarter Round molding is used to hide the expansion gap at the base of
perimeter walls left during installation.
The Tee molding is used as a threshold in doorways or as a transition strip where the
bamboo flooring meets tile or carpet of similar height.
The Reducer molding is used as a transition from the height of the bamboo flooring
down to the height of a thinner floor, such as a cork floor.
The Stair nose molding is used to cover the front edge of a stair tread or step. If
used on a stair, flooring is installed behind the stair nosing to cover the tread of the
stair.
The Stair tread is a one-piece tread with integral bull-nose used to compose the
entire structural stair tread.
Maintenance
Duro-design Bamboo flooring cleans easily with a damp mop. As with a hardwood
floor, you should avoid excessive moisture. A slightly damp mop may be used to
mop up a spill. We would recommend that you use wood floor cleaners for prefinished hardwood diluted in water (i.e. Bona X by Bonakemi, Squeaky Clean by
Basic Coatings, etc.)
Yes, in fact when you compare our floor to other pre-finished bamboo floors on the
market, our specially formulated MP765 coating system is much easier to refinish.
No. Our MP765 coating can refinished with a quick manual scuff-sand (220grit)
and then two coats of our MP765 water-base varnish. Let it dry overnight before
subjecting it to regular foot traffic and you are done!
A well maintained bamboo floor will last for decades. The key to its longevity,
besides its inherit hardness, is the toughness and flexibility of our MP765 waterbase coating. Keep sand and grit off the floor with regular vacuuming and dampmopping and the floor will last you a very long time.
We would recommend that you use hardwood floor cleaners for pre-finished
hardwood flooring diluted in water (i.e. Bona X by Bonakemi, Squeaky Clean by
Basic Coatings, etc.)Apply as directed with a damp mop.
Ordering
No, there is no minimum order. In addition, you may purchase the exact square foot
quantity you require- you are not limited to buying full boxes (23.55sqft. Per box)
As a rule of thumb, add 8% to 10% for waste and cuts depending on your skill level
and the layout of the area. Diagonal layouts, or floors with curved walls may require
more careful calculation of the quantity required.
The key to keeping your bamboo floor in good shape is simply keeping the floor
clean.
Never wax your bamboo floor. The urethane-based finish is designed to protect your
floor for years.
Protect your floor from everyday use by installing felt or plastic protectors under
"feet" of furniture.
Beware of high heels! An average size woman in high heels can exert as much as
2,000 pounds per square inch of pressure on the floor. This can damage even the
toughest flooring material.
Maintenance
Your DuroDesign bamboo floor is very well protected by our tough finish, however
your floor can by dulled and scratched by the accumulation of grit, sand and dirt.
The bamboo floor should be kept clean by routine vacuuming.
Occasionally, clean the bamboo floor with a damp mop using wood cleaners
formulated for pre-finished hardwood or laminate floors diluted in a bucket of
water. These products are commonly found in any home improvement center or by
visiting any reseller of hardwood floors.
We encourage using walk-off mats at entrance doors and in front of the kitchen sink.
Avoid rubber backed or other non-ventilated mats or rugs as they may trap water
underneath and cause damage to your floor.
You can minimize contraction and expansion of your bamboo floor by maintaining
an adequate temperature and relative humidity.
Observe the re-finishing maintenance schedule and you floor will last a lifetime. If
you have high-traffic areas, re-finish the bamboo floor when it begins to show signs
of wear.
Warranty
We offer a 25 year structural warranty from the date of sale for bamboo flooring for
delamination, separation, buckling or cupping as a result of a defect of manufacturing.
We offer a 5 year renewable finish warranty for our pre-finished bamboo flooring for
normal wear and tear if you follow the re-finishing maintenance schedule. Apply two coats
of our MP765 water-base polyurethane:
Once every two to three years for low to medium commercial traffic
Once every five to seven years for residential bamboo flooring applications
Available in any color, in vertical or horizontal grain to coordinate with your bamboo floor.
All moldings are sold in 6 foot lengths.
Our finish will not crack, separate or leave white marks when dented
DuroDesign bamboo floors are pre-finished with six coats of our MP765
system finish for long-life
DuroDesign cork floors are site-finished to seal all tile edges and seams
with four coats of MP765
Easy to refinish
Refinish your wood floor with a light screening and two quick-drying top
coats
Crystal clear floor coating for vibrant floors alive with color
A very low VOC content and water base means minimal odor during revarnishing
We go one step beyond the conventional with our MP765 Finishing System
We finish-sand every piece of flooring, add color with our own furnituregrade stains and coat with our own crystal-clear finish
Our water-based polyurethane coating soaks into the wood grain for a
natural appearance
Their finishes do not penetrate the wood and lie on top giving an
artificial plasticky look to a floor
Competitor's finishes are too hard and brittle so scratches and dents
flake off and show up as white marks
Other aluminum oxide pre-finished floors are almost impossible to resand and refinish