Bamboo furniture is a beautifully elegant accent to a home both indoors and out. Bamboo is actually a grass as opposed to a wood which is the reason it is much more pliable and stronger than any other wood. While most patio furniture requires little to no maintenance over time, the main concern for keeping up bamboo furniture is water exposure.
Water and any type of dampness increases the rotting and growth of mold. With bamboo, this extremely deteriorates the "wood" quality that is so often sought after. Although, very dry air can strip bamboo of all of its natural oils. Because of these demanding conditions, both varnished and unvarnished bamboos require some upkeep when it comes to maintaining their color, form, and durability. Refer to these eight tips to help you preserve the beauty and life of all of your bamboo furniture.
1. Keep water exposure to a minimum, especially with outdoor patio furniture.
2. Rub your furniture every month or two with linseed or other furniture oils to maintain the luster of the bamboo. For indoor furniture, apply a small amount on a regular basis cause low humidity can cause it to crack.
3. Using a cloth or sponge, wash your furniture. Just be sure that you do this after you dust, brush, and vacuum the surface ridding it of all harmful debris.
4. With mildly soapy water, clean unvarnished or varnished bamboos with a soft cloth. Wring out excess water and apply gently. Choose organic and natural soaps cause most detergents can discolor or damage the lovely sheen of bamboo.
5. Clean all stains and liquid spills to your bamboo immediately or it will set in permanently.
6. Avoid sitting on damp bamboo seats or any furniture that has been recently washed.
7. If mold develops, clean the area thoroughly with naturally soapy water. Remove all signs of growth with a rough sponge or brush and dry off the area completely.
8. If the weather or age has caused your bamboo to crack, gently sand the area with a fine grit sandpaper. After that you can smoothly apply paste wax over this area to recondition both the color and tone of the original material.
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Tuesday, 5 January 2010
Sunday, 9 August 2009
Bamboo Furniture, is it for You
The thought of bamboo furniture conjures up images of beach houses and squeaky chairs for most people, does it for you? Don't worry, you are not alone in that thought, but with the popularity of bamboo as a commercial and industrial product, the bamboo furniture of yore is slowly becoming more fashionable and comfortable.
Though many believe bamboo to be a tree, it is actually a grass. Yes, it is a grass and a large grass at that. There are several varieties that can encompass vast amounts of land and can grow upwards to eighty feet tall; the more common types used for furniture range in diameter from two inches to seven. While it grows quickly, it does take up to seven years for the bamboo to thoroughly dry out and harden for furniture production.
However, compared to its hard wood cousin that takes around six decades to mature into a size worth harvesting, bamboo is still a better and quicker alternative. Despite being a grass species, bamboo is just as strong as any tree when harvested and treated.
While you may want that beach feeling on your patio or sun room, most people want a stylish, yet comfortable look to their decor. Yes, there are still those Tiki hut styled furniture sets still out there, so don't worry. You can still build your island oasis off your backyard swimming pool with furniture that looks island authentic; but for those homeowners hoping to add environmentally friendly, eco-centric furniture to their household, welcome to the new world of bamboo furniture.
Bamboo furniture has transitioned well from the old versions, becoming much more refined as the years have gone on. Since bamboo is popular, many companies are invested much more time and energy into incorporating this sturdy, hard wood alternative into their repertoires.
But first, prior to purchasing your new furniture, do some homework. Do not just trust the first product you see. It may not be made of real bamboo, but a plastic press made to look like bamboo. If you are looking for the real thing, research. There are ample amounts of web sites that host bamboo furniture, in different styles, shapes, colors. You can get an entire room suite or just that one piece you have been looking for over the years.
Most individual homeowners will put bamboo style furniture on their back porch, as it feels more like an outdoor style, but bamboo can be utilized indoors as well. Go crazy, think outside the box! You do not have to have bamboo furniture outside; you can bring the island oasis indoors if you want. It is completely up to you and your design ideas.
Bamboo is so versatile that it can be produced in just about every color imaginable and any style, shape or size you desire. All you have to do is research and scout out the different types of bamboo furniture made. Remember, bamboo is pest resistant, so wherever it goes, you will not have to worry about little bugs destroying your new furniture.
Though many believe bamboo to be a tree, it is actually a grass. Yes, it is a grass and a large grass at that. There are several varieties that can encompass vast amounts of land and can grow upwards to eighty feet tall; the more common types used for furniture range in diameter from two inches to seven. While it grows quickly, it does take up to seven years for the bamboo to thoroughly dry out and harden for furniture production.
However, compared to its hard wood cousin that takes around six decades to mature into a size worth harvesting, bamboo is still a better and quicker alternative. Despite being a grass species, bamboo is just as strong as any tree when harvested and treated.
While you may want that beach feeling on your patio or sun room, most people want a stylish, yet comfortable look to their decor. Yes, there are still those Tiki hut styled furniture sets still out there, so don't worry. You can still build your island oasis off your backyard swimming pool with furniture that looks island authentic; but for those homeowners hoping to add environmentally friendly, eco-centric furniture to their household, welcome to the new world of bamboo furniture.
Bamboo furniture has transitioned well from the old versions, becoming much more refined as the years have gone on. Since bamboo is popular, many companies are invested much more time and energy into incorporating this sturdy, hard wood alternative into their repertoires.
But first, prior to purchasing your new furniture, do some homework. Do not just trust the first product you see. It may not be made of real bamboo, but a plastic press made to look like bamboo. If you are looking for the real thing, research. There are ample amounts of web sites that host bamboo furniture, in different styles, shapes, colors. You can get an entire room suite or just that one piece you have been looking for over the years.
Most individual homeowners will put bamboo style furniture on their back porch, as it feels more like an outdoor style, but bamboo can be utilized indoors as well. Go crazy, think outside the box! You do not have to have bamboo furniture outside; you can bring the island oasis indoors if you want. It is completely up to you and your design ideas.
Bamboo is so versatile that it can be produced in just about every color imaginable and any style, shape or size you desire. All you have to do is research and scout out the different types of bamboo furniture made. Remember, bamboo is pest resistant, so wherever it goes, you will not have to worry about little bugs destroying your new furniture.
Saturday, 6 December 2008
Bamboo Kitchen Furniture and Decor
Bamboo can be used to create amazing bamboo kitchen furniture and décor items. The most commonly created kitchen furniture pieces created from bamboo are kitchen table and chair sets. These sets are not limited to tropical designs and styles, as new engineering and manufacturing techniques has allowed designer to use bamboo just as they would wood.
The second set of items on the bamboo kitchen furniture and decor list are bamboo kitchen storage and organization items. Because of bamboo’s versatility it can be used to create a wide range of kitchen organizing devises and furniture. It can be used to created spice racks, pot racks, pantries, hutches, dry sinks, and dish stands.
Next on the list of bamboo kitchen furniture and décor items is bamboo kitchen cabinets. Yes bamboo can even be used to make kitchen cabinets. This is a great option for rustic kitchen designs, or for Asian inspired kitchen designs.
In addition to being used as a building material for regular kitchen chairs, bamboo can also be used to build bamboo barstools. The bamboo can be used for both the foundation of the stool as well as the fabric for the stool. These stools look great in Florida rooms, sun rooms, and in casual dining areas.
The final kitchen décor items that can be made from bamboo are bamboo cutting boards. These boards are as functional as they are beautiful. They come in a variety of sizes and shapes. These boards should not be submerged in water, nor should they be placed in the dishwasher.
The second set of items on the bamboo kitchen furniture and decor list are bamboo kitchen storage and organization items. Because of bamboo’s versatility it can be used to create a wide range of kitchen organizing devises and furniture. It can be used to created spice racks, pot racks, pantries, hutches, dry sinks, and dish stands.
Next on the list of bamboo kitchen furniture and décor items is bamboo kitchen cabinets. Yes bamboo can even be used to make kitchen cabinets. This is a great option for rustic kitchen designs, or for Asian inspired kitchen designs.
In addition to being used as a building material for regular kitchen chairs, bamboo can also be used to build bamboo barstools. The bamboo can be used for both the foundation of the stool as well as the fabric for the stool. These stools look great in Florida rooms, sun rooms, and in casual dining areas.
The final kitchen décor items that can be made from bamboo are bamboo cutting boards. These boards are as functional as they are beautiful. They come in a variety of sizes and shapes. These boards should not be submerged in water, nor should they be placed in the dishwasher.
Thursday, 4 December 2008
Bamboo Bedroom Furniture
Bamboo bedroom furniture is a great way to add texture, style, and comfort to a bedroom. Bamboo is a environmentally friendly building material that is both durable and lightweight. This makes bamboo bedroom furniture a great option for people who like to rearrange their living space frequently, or even for kids. Bamboo bedroom furniture includes items like bamboo nightstands, bamboo bed frames, bamboo vases, bamboo picture frames, bamboo headboards, bamboo fans, and bamboo lights.
In addition to bamboo bedroom furniture, bamboo fiber can also be used to create soft and luxurious textiles. These textiles can then be woven into bedding and draperies. Some examples of bamboo textiles that can be used in a bedroom include: bamboo fiber pillows, bamboo duvet covers, and bamboo sheets.
To care for your bamboo bedroom furniture you will need to treat it just like it was a wood product. It will need to be coated with a stain or sealant to protect it from dust and moisture. Also you will want to avoid pushing this furniture up against sharp edges as this could gauge the bamboo and chip away the protective coating.
You will need to take special precautions and maintenance steps when caring for your bamboo bedroom textiles. First you don’t want to throw your bamboo textiles in with your normal laundry. Instead wash it separately on a delicate cycle. Don’t use bleach or fabric softener as these will damage your bamboo fibers. If you notice loose threads cut them off of your textile to prevent unraveling and further snagging.
In addition to bamboo bedroom furniture, bamboo fiber can also be used to create soft and luxurious textiles. These textiles can then be woven into bedding and draperies. Some examples of bamboo textiles that can be used in a bedroom include: bamboo fiber pillows, bamboo duvet covers, and bamboo sheets.
To care for your bamboo bedroom furniture you will need to treat it just like it was a wood product. It will need to be coated with a stain or sealant to protect it from dust and moisture. Also you will want to avoid pushing this furniture up against sharp edges as this could gauge the bamboo and chip away the protective coating.
You will need to take special precautions and maintenance steps when caring for your bamboo bedroom textiles. First you don’t want to throw your bamboo textiles in with your normal laundry. Instead wash it separately on a delicate cycle. Don’t use bleach or fabric softener as these will damage your bamboo fibers. If you notice loose threads cut them off of your textile to prevent unraveling and further snagging.
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