When It Comes to Color Types, Buyers Have Several Options

When it comes to color types, buyers have several options: natural, carbonized, stained, and direct print. Each one of these options has distinct properties about it to help homeowners decide which one to use. Regardless of which color type chosen, the strength and durability of the bamboo remains the same, with the exception of carbonized which is softer than the other types. Natural Natural bamboo has no colorants or stains added to it. It has a very light, blonde type color to it. This type of bamboo is easy to find and goes with most décors. Carbonized Carbonized bamboo allows for the sugars in the plant to caramelize because the bamboo is boiled for a longer period of time. The caramelized sugars therefore add color to the bamboo. Depending on the length of time the bamboo is boiled and caramelized, the shades of bamboo will vary. Carbonized bamboo is softer than other types of bamboo. Tiger Tiger bamboo is made using a combination of natural and carbonized strips, creating a unique "tiger stripe" pattern. Stained Stained bamboo is treated with a wood stain to change the coloring of the material. Stained bamboo flooring is available in multiple shades, from light, to dark. The variety of stain options makes it easy to find one that matches any décor. Direct Print For homeowners who want the appearance of another kind of wood – such as oak, cherry, or maple – while still having the other benefits of bamboo, direct print bamboo flooring prints the patterns seen on other hardwoods onto the bamboo before it is pressurized and sealed. Source: BuildDirect