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Bamboo Facts

Why Use Bamboo Paneling?

Bamboo paneling is a great material that can be used in many areas for decorating your space. It will help create that tropical or relaxed environment or your indoor area. Use it on ceilings, floors, tables, bar tops, and walls for a functional and beautiful decor. There are several types of bamboo paneling available that will work with your design style. There's the natural color bamboo paneling, raw green color, light blond color, and an unique tortoise pattern. 

How to Install Bamboo Fencing

Bamboo fencing is the most eco-friendly and a beautiful choice when it comes to creating borders for your home or business. If you have decided or are still deciding on purchasing bamboo fencing, here are some quick tips on how to install bamboo fencing. Bamboo fencing is easier to install since it already comes in panels ready to be installed!  We will be focusing on installing bamboo fencing to pre-existing fencing. You can attach them to pre-existing fencing with no hassle. Attach bamboo fencing to worn and unsightly old fencing or areas to update and add warmth. You can attach bamboo fencing to pre-existing wooden fencing, chain-link fencing, and even block/brick walls. 

With these simple and easy steps, you'll be enjoyinig your bamboo fencing in no time!

Bamboo Rugs: Green and Stylish

bamboo rug

Bamboo rugs are a wonderful addition to any home or business. Bamboo rugs are not only highly functional but beautiful and eco-friendly. The rugs come in many colors and sizes that will suit any space. The rugs also come in different textures and patterns that will enhance your decor style. Each rug is carefully kiln-dried and much attention is focused on the details. The rugs come with a PVC non-slip backing which makes it perfect for indoors. 

When it comes to choosing a bamboo rug there are three factors to consider:

  1. Color
  2. Size
  3. Pattern

Using this guide, this will make choosing a rug much easier!

Bamboo Poles: Love is in the Air

bamboo pole wedding arch

With Valentine's Day coming up, love is definitely in the air! Whether it's this month or several months from now, it's never too late to start preparing for the big day! At Bamboo and Tikis, we specialize in stocking high-quality commercial grade bamboo poles. Use our bamboo poles to create a gorgeous wedding arch. 

Go Green with Bamboo!

Bamboo such a great building material? Why? It is a versatile, durable and eco-friendly! There are many reasons why you should pick bamboo for your next project. Bamboo is starting to become a popular resource for backyard designs, home decor, kitchen utensils, towels, bedding, clothes, sunglasses, paper, and so many other products.

Bamboo, like any type of hard wood can be shaped, cut, or stained to any color. But the main difference between hard wood and bamboo is that it's very sustainable and environmentally friendly. Unlike traditional lumber, bamboo does not need to be replanted and is one of the fastest growing plants in the world. It also rapidly self-propagates with minimal land footprint. Bamboo has the highest per acre yields and harvesting it has low impact on the environment as well. 

How To Get the Maximum Life Out of Your Bamboo Fence

A bamboo fence is a great addition to any yard and an affordable way to spruce up or hide an existing fence.  However, like anything else, your new bamboo fence will have to be maintained in order to get the most out of it.  Here are a few easy steps to take to ensure your bamboo fence reaches is maximum life expectancy.

1. Every few weeks take a walk around the fence. Look for mold, rot, insect infestation or other pests and general damage. Be mindful of the base where moisture and vegetation are more likely to cause mold. For a taller fence, be sure to use a latter to inspect the upper sections and don’t forget to check wires or staples and screws for rust.

Save Water By Using Bamboo

The warm summer months are the perfect time to enjoy all the benefits of an abundant water supply. Most of us go to the beach, spend time poolside or run around in the sprinklers as much as possible to avoid melting in the sweltering heat. Here in the U.S. we often take for granted our access to water at any temperature at any time of day, but we need to take this opportunity to remember that it is a limited resource, despite evidence to the contrary from indoor plumbing and the proliferation of water parks.  Here are some tips for saving water this summer: 

5 Different Ways to Incorporate Bamboo

With the green revolution going strong, bamboo has become wildly popular due to it's versatility for design and utility, along with how modest it's price point is.  The integration of bamboo into any  home or commercial decor offers a distinguishing aesthetic due to bamboo's natural and understated properties. 

One of the most frequent questions we receive is, "How do I add bamboo to my current home decor?" While we've extensively covered how bamboo fencing can be used indoors or outdoors to cover an old fence, accent a wall or create a privacy screen, we wanted to show you 5 other ways to incorporate bamboo to any current home decor. 

Benefits of Using Bamboo Versus Other Wood Materials

Bamboo vs. Other Wood MaterialsBamboo is becoming a popular alternative to wood for many reasons. Not only is it more environmental, but bamboo can also be durable and more affordable. Plus, it’s light but strong, making an ideal construction material that’s also very sustainable and renewable. Here are some benefits of using bamboo versus other wood materials.

10 Reasons for Choosing Bamboo Flooring

10 Reasons to Choose Bamboo FlooringWant quality flooring that goes beyond chemical-laden linoleum? Bamboo flooring is not only a "green" alternative, but it makes a beautiful addition to a home. When most people think of bamboo flooring, they picture green stalks that would better serve as a panda’s breakfast than a dining room floor.  The reality is that bamboo actually creates beautiful wooden floors that add a touch of the exotic, while being extremely natural. Bamboo is a very versatile plant that is quite sustainable, being one of the fastest growing plants on Earth. Here are 10 reasons you should choose bamboo flooring in your home.

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