Will milk or red wine permanently damage or stain the floor?
Ideally, make sure that prefinished boards are sealed on all sides with polyurethane to protect them. In addition to this, ask your supplier if the floor will hold firmly when laid; this is important. Sanded and polished floors have a full surface coating. Both finishes help protect the raw material from being absorbed by such spills; however, all spills should be cleaned up as soon as possible. If the polish layer is removed, the floor will be more susceptible to potential stains.
Can termites eat the soil?
Internationally, bamboo is considered termite resistant. However, experience has shown that termites can eat bamboo flooring. Therefore, you will need to make sure that your supplier impregnates the raw material with the mineral boron which has the effect of improving the natural resistance of the floors. It is important to note that the floor is not termite proof, so it is better to be safe than sorry.
What happens if my apartment floods?
It really depends on the severity of the flood and the volume of water spilled on the floor and how long it stays on the floor before it dries or drains. In minor flood scenarios, there is often no change in the appearance of the floors, however, major flood events may result in the floor needing to be repaired by replacing the boards in the damaged area or by sanding and sanding. Too much excess water tends to damage the polish on the surface of the boards. Quality boards are designed in such a way as to help them to be more resistant to moisture than a solid wood floor, and therefore can often withstand these situations with more resistance. These integrated features include; coating the boards with polyurethane on all surfaces and having a cross-laminated layer that includes a moisture expansion gap. It is also understood that bamboo fiber is considered more resistant to water than most wood fibers.
How do I care for my bamboo floor?
Caring for your bamboo flooring is very easy and when you buy your bamboo flooring you should make sure you receive a floor care kit that includes a guide to maintaining and repairing your flooring. A quick guide to maintaining the beauty of your floor:
1. Install protective felt on furniture
2. Use area rugs on high-traffic driveways
3. Put mats on exterior doors to trap sand and dust from incoming traffic
4. Remove spills quickly
5. Vacuum or sweep the floor regularly with a soft broom to remove sand and gravel.
6. Quality vendors tend to recommend using microfiber mops.
What happens if I damage my bamboo floor?
It is inevitable that your floor will get damaged at some point. This is no different than solid wood, laminate or any other wooden floor. The type of damage will dictate the best course of action. Ideally, your supplier should provide you with a care kit with your purchase; The kit should include a number of products that you can use to repair minor damage, for example, scratches and teeth. Your supplier should be able to instruct you or sometimes even carry out the repair work.
With quality products, damaged boards can be easily repaired. In most cases, a great result is achieved simply by cutting and replacing the damaged boards, returning the floor to its original state.
The process is a bit more involved for floors that are sanded and polished, as you may need an additional coat of polish or re-sand the entire floor once the board has been replaced.