There’s a reason ‘sleeping like a baby’ means getting good deep sleep. As we get older, it becomes more difficult to let go of the day’s concerns and slip into a comfortable and restful sleep. When you can’t sleep, your mind churns and your body never quite settles. You find yourself having fitful dreams about … Read more
Renovating your home is an exciting time. It’s easy to get carried away in the thrill of the project without thinking about the environmental consequences. In fact, over 30% of all landfill waste comes from DIY and construction projects. That’s a phenomenal amount. It’s sad to think that much of that waste could probably have … Read more
You might have heard about the versatility and eco-friendliness of bamboo building materials. But do you know exactly how you can actually integrate it into your home or business? Bamboo plywood is a strong building material that is increasingly used as an alternative to more traditional hardwood. Three reasons contribute to these shifting preferences: Bamboo … Read more
Last Updated: 10/19/2021 When installing bamboo flooring, you have numerous options, including floating, nailing, or gluing down. The glue-down method provides some distinct advantages, such as sound and moisture insulation. A common question involves how long a wait is required to walk on floors after a glue-down installation. How Long After Gluing My Floor Down … Read more
Although bamboo flooring is gorgeous on its own, most of us like to warm-up space, add color, or define a seating area with an area rug. It’s also a wise idea to use mats in areas that are likely to experience a great deal of traffic, such as foyers, hallways, and stairs, and places where … Read more
Bamboo plywood has a wide range of uses, from cabinets to cutting boards and even airplane wings. However, if stored in areas with excessively low or high humidity, it can warp like all plywood and wood. If you run into this problem, don’t panic. The key to reversing the warp is balancing the moisture content … Read more
We love when people try to recycle or reuse plants, materials, textiles, anything. At Ambient we’re often asked: Can I sell or donate the bamboo growing in my backyard? While we support recycling and re-use, unfortunately, the answer is no. There are many different reasons for this – the key one being that the Moso … Read more
Most people don’t like squeaky floors. Even in the best-case scenario, it means an annoying sound anytime you walk on a specific part of the floor. You might learn to avoid the squeaky sections of your floor, but your guests probably won’t. And that’s before we even mention that these sections tend to expand over … Read more
Now that you’ve invested in beautiful hardwoods, you’ll want to ensure they’re properly protected. Whether you have kids, pets, or active social life, your floor will get plenty of use over the years, and there are important steps you should take to increase the lifespan of your floors. Choosing the right rug and furniture pads … Read more
You can avoid a lot of flooring problems by simply learning what to do and what not to do when installing the floors. Follow this guide to find out the most common installation mistakes — and how to best avoid them! Mistake #1: Not reading the installation instructions Flooring is a big investment and can … Read more