Bamboo Flooring

[handyflooringpros]

Hey guys , in your opinion , what is the key difference between installing solid hardwood and bamboo besides the thickness of the planks and size for that matter ?

 

[Ernesto]

There are many differences. The most important is the consumer needs to be educated on the required rh for the plant....err grass. Then depending on the construction of the bamboo, the fastener.

 

[handyflooringpros]

I like to use 2" staples for nail downs . Is this preferred for bamboo ?

 

[Ernesto]

I like to use 2" staples for nail downs . Is this preferred for bamboo ?

You mean like 15 ga? I think they are to heavy for bamboo. Use 18 ga staples or cleats.

 

[handyflooringpros]

For a flooring nailer ?

 

[Ernesto]

For a flooring nailer ?

Yes of course

 

[handyflooringpros]

With what base plate 1/2" or 25/32 ?

 

[handyflooringpros]

How long should it take to install 1000 sq of bamboo ? pretty straight forward install . 5" planks .

 

[Ernesto]

Your questions are so vague. Like what nailer or stapler are you using? This would dictate what plate you use or not. Are you working alone, or have a crew? Is there take-up of other flooring or is it all ready sitting there with no floor prep to do and no furniture?

To many variables unless you submit more lots info. Then I really don't know how experienced you are or how motivated you are to finish 1,000 sqft of bamboo.

 

[LeePelletier]

And use a finer cut blade than you do for wood. It will take longer to make your cuts, but bamboo is much more "strand-like" than wood. And some bamboo products more so than others. You can save yourself some grief with a finer blade.

 

[HarryBrown]

The best option is to go for bamboo flooring, which give lifetime security.

 

[FloorMaven]

Good advice, Harry. Better than buying shares in Facebook for certain.

 

[Ernesto]

Good advice, Harry. Better than buying shares in Facebook for certain.

Bamboo good floor, you try, you like.

 

[Floorist]

Need floor or fall into basement.