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Bamboo flooring has a wide range of flooring to choose from and they're environmentally friendly. Mao Bamboo is specially cultivated and harvested without damaging the ecosystem. The plantation does not decrease the size of the forest.
The Bamboo plant constantly develops new stems, so that the stems can be harvested after six years in a mature plantation. Mao Bamboo wood is imported from Southern China where the unique climate makes the wood extremely strong, making their flooring one of the best in the world.
Horizontal and vertical Bamboo flooring is the best when compared to other hardwoods such as the Oak. Strand Woven Bamboo Flooring is harder than other exotic expensive hardwoods such as the Brazilian Walnut. Bamboo is also more competitively priced than these hardwoods.
Most importantly, Bamboo Flooring won't stain like a carpet and it has an allergy resistance option. Bamboo is warm in winter and cool in summer.
Most floors are pro-finished and ready to go. Bamboo also sells unsealed flooring as an option.
Bamboo's manufacturer has strict quality controls which are monitored by technicians. All flooring is carefully checked before packing. Bamboo Flooring achieves E1 safety and emission standards.