Colour can influence our mood; it can create atmosphere and attract or deflect attention.  So before you decide on the bamboo colour for your home, it’s a good idea to think about the style outcome you’re trying to achieve first, and then you’ll have a clearer vision of the floor colour that will complete this picture. Choices Flooring has a great selection of bamboo colours to choose from, ranging from darker timber-look options, to lighter, more distinctively bamboo looking products.

Here are some tips to help you choose the right colour with confidence:

• Deep, rich colours warm up a space and encourage conversation.
• Cool crisp colours create freshness and space and promote relaxation.
• Subdued colours or earth tones create a quieter mood.
• Light colours open up a dark room creating a spacious, airy effect.
• Neutral colours shift the focus from flooring to furnishings.

Be sure to choose the best quality bamboo product possible within your available budget to maximise the durability and longevity of this modern flooring option. Following are some other things to consider:

• There is a wide range of bamboo grades and densities available so choose the product that will deliver the best value for your investment.
• Beware of low quality cheaper products! A cheaper product may save you money at the outset, but investing in a good quality bamboo product will ensure your floor stands the test of time.
• Low quality products may be prone to split or warp over time if they’re made from lower density boards.

The amount of flooring you’ll need is determined by the size and number of rooms you need to cover. The following provides a guideline for the approximate number of square metres required to cover these average room types:</p>

*These measures are based on average room sizes only and will vary from home to home.

Bamboo flooring can be used in most areas of the home, including the kitchen, although it’s not recommended in wet areas such as bathrooms. The following considerations will help you to determine if bamboo flooring is floor you’ve been searching for.

Is there a lot of foot traffic through your home?

Bamboo flooring has a very high Janka rating—higher than most Australian hardwood timbers in fact—which makes it extremely resistant to the wear and tear of busy family life.

Are you looking for easy maintenance?

If you have pets or small children and need moisture and insect-resistant flooring that can easily be cleaned, bamboo is a great choice.

Looking for a greener option?

Bamboo flooring has gained reputation as an eco-friendly, highly renewable source of material as the grass can be re-harvested every 5 years.

Are you searching for a specific look and colour?

Bamboo comes in a great range of colours to suit any décor.