How to Install Bamboo Flooring

Bamboo, as you may know, is a type of grass found primarily in Asia. Many people all over the world grow bamboo for use as decorative additions to their backyard landscaping, but did you know that bamboo also makes an incredibly beautiful and durable hardwood flooring material as well? That’s right! This popular panda food can also be used to jazz up your home or office, and the good news is, the good looks and strength come at a price that is usually CHEAPER than other types of hardwood flooring. One of the first questions folks as when they hear about this fact is, “How do I install bamboo flooring myself?” The answer is yes you can and it is actually quite simple. Just follow the procedures that I have outlined for you below and you can be walking on the beauty of bamboo in no time! More importantly, you will find out how to install bamboo flooring.

Preparing the Chosen Area Properly-As is the case when starting any new home improvement project, it is very important to properly prepare the desired area where you plan to do your work. In this case, we are talking about a floor of a particular room. If you are going to replace the current flooring with bamboo flooring, you may need some special tools including a crowbar and a large hammer. Prying up old boards may not be fund, but since you are making room for brand new material, you can be sloppy at this stage of the job. While you can rip and pound to your hearts delight removing the TOP flooring, you must proceed carefully once this layer has been removed to avoid damaging the sub-floor. If the current flooring has already been taken care of, then make sure that you clean the sub-floor thoroughly and let it dry completely. You are now ready to begin the bamboo flooring installation.

Owning the right Materials and making the right Layout-The first step of this task requires you to make sure that you have all the material you need. Lengths of bamboo purchased from your local home improvement store make and obvious choice, as do commercial grade epoxy, or flooring nails and a circular saw to cut the bamboo to the desired lengths. Speaking of desired lengths, make sure you have an accurate tape measure (measure twice, cut once) and a commercial level as well to check your work as you go. A good rule of thumb is to purchase 5-10% MORE bamboo than you think you will need…especially if this is your first time. Mistakes DO happen…

Installation of the Bamboo flooring-Installation will be carried out in two ways, depending on the type of your flooring you are after. You must determine if your floor is a floating floor or standard plank flooring. Basically, a floating floor doesn’t require any face-nailing and standard plank flooring does. We are going to assume that yours is standard plank flooring as that is the most common type.

Start by laying your bamboo flooring down using the right adhesive if applicable. Standard plank flooring will require face-nailing as well, so be sure to apply enough pressure to close the joints between each plank of bamboo flooring before firing the nails. Keep going with the same process until the floor is filled up with bamboo flooring. Of course, don’t forget to follow the instructions on the bamboo flooring package to avoid mistakes and use it carefully.

The installation of bamboo flooring is now complete. However, some final observations have to be made to ensure that there are no mistakes and to make certain adjustments if needed. Inspect the entire floor surface and insure that there are no damaged sections or misaligned joints.

If you find out that there is no damage whatsoever, good for you. You actually managed to install bamboo flooring completely and perfectly the first time!. Make sure that you refrain from walking on the new flooring since it might get damaged.

If this is your first experience with bamboo flooring, then you must learn how to take good care of it. It shouldn’t be difficult, just make sure that you vacuum it and clean it regularly. Bamboo flooring will not absorb water, so every once a week or two, make sure that you clean it up with a mop. Moreover, when furniture needs to be moved on bamboo flooring, make sure that you lift the furniture up rather than dragging it.

Now that your project is finished, rest assured that your new floor will attract attention from any visitors who step inside your home. The look and feel of bamboo is unique to say the least; enjoy your new bamboo flooring and congratulations on a job well done! You will know now how to install Bamboo flooring!.