Bamboo flooring is made from natural bamboo, a plant that grows rapidly, is abundant in resources, and has good renewability. Its material is tough and bamboo fibers are tightly arranged, which makes bamboo flooring have strong compressive strength to a certain extent. And bamboo itself has a fresh and natural atmosphere, laying it in the home seems to bring natural vitality into the interior.
Oak flooring, made from oak as the raw material. Oak is a deciduous tree with a sturdy and stable wooden structure. The oak texture is beautiful and elegant, with different textures such as straight or mountain shaped patterns giving the floor a unique decorative effect. It has a solid texture and a natural sense of heaviness, which can create a calm and atmospheric atmosphere for home decor.
In terms of density, bamboo flooring has a relatively high density, generally around 0.8-0.9g/cm ³. This is because during the growth process of bamboo, its fibers undergo layer by layer compression, resulting in a higher density of bamboo. The higher density makes bamboo flooring have better wear resistance, and daily walking friction is less likely to cause significant damage to it.
The density of oak flooring is relatively low, around 0.6-0.75g/cm ³. However, don't underestimate its durability just because of this. The cell structure of oak is compact, and even with slightly lower density, it can withstand greater pressure. Moreover, oak can adapt well to environmental changes during long-term use and is not easily severely deformed due to temperature and humidity fluctuations.
The quality of bamboo flooring depends first and foremost on the selection of bamboo materials. High quality bamboo should have a suitable growth period, generally 4-6 years old bamboo is preferred, as this type of bamboo material is mature and stable. At the same time, the processing technology is also crucial, such as whether the drying treatment is appropriate, which is related to whether the floor will crack or deform in the future. If it is excessively dry, the floor is prone to brittleness; Insufficient drying may cause deformation due to moisture during use.
The key to the quality of oak flooring lies in the origin and processing technology of the wood. Oak from different regions has differences in quality, such as American oak, which has better wood quality due to its suitable growth environment. If the degreasing treatment of oak is not in place during the processing, it will affect the service life and stability of the floor. Moreover, oak is susceptible to insect infestation, so pest control measures cannot be ignored during the production process.
The installation of bamboo flooring commonly includes suspended installation and keel installation. Suspended installation is relatively simple. The bamboo floor is directly laid on a flat surface and connected to each other through the locking buckle between the floors. This installation method is fast and can effectively reduce the deformation of the floor caused by thermal expansion and contraction. The installation of keel is to first install wooden keel on the ground, and then fix the bamboo floor on the keel, which can increase the elasticity and foot feel of the floor, but requires high ground flatness and relatively high installation cost.
The installation method of oak flooring is similar to that of bamboo flooring. Suspended installation is also suitable for oak flooring, and attention should be paid to reserving expansion joints during installation to cope with the natural expansion and contraction of oak. Keel installation is also a common method, but due to the heavy weight of oak, it can affect the load-bearing capacity of the keel
Speak with our structural engineers about high-rise, commercial, or handcrafted wood needs.
Strategic Material Planning
EN