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Bamboo Floor Restoration Tips

Can Bamboo Be Sanded?

Yes, this is a question we are sometimes asked when it comes to floor restoration, and most types of bamboo can be sanded and refinished. However, strand woven bamboo is another matter entirely for several reasons. First of all, it’s hardness, according to the Janka hardness test, this kind of flooring has a rating of 3,000 lbf. So when you imagine English oak only has 1,120 lbf, then you get the picture. The second reason is a big part of bamboo flooring is the adhesive. Even when you manage to sand it successfully, you will still have to apply the finish to a glue.

Another problem is that most of these floors are made in China and some contain the poisonous chemical formaldehyde. This is often found in solvent-based lacquers which are infamous for their toxicity. The easiest way to recognize this chemical is when you begin to feel a stinging in your nose, eyes, and throat. While it is possible to sand a bamboo, it is not considered a job for the amateur DIY enthusiast.

Bamboo floor restoration may be needed

1. when the bamboo flooring is being installed and has not yet been pre-finished.

2. after several years has passed since the initial installation, when scratches and worn out patches have begun to appear.

Bamboo floor restoration is very similar to wood floor restoration and any professional floor sanding company should be able to do it for you. While performing bamboo sanding, you must keep in mind that bamboo is softer than hardwood, meaning the sandpaper used must be a finer grit.

For bamboo restoration and finishing after it has been installed, buffing alone is often not enough. It will smooth the surface and prepare it for the application of the sealant, however, for restoration after several years of usage, sanding will often be needed.

If you would like to know about the services Absolutely Hardwood Flooring has to offer, and when you live in or around the Orlando, FL region, please feel free to call us at (407) 883-4046 anytime.

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