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
Most floors see normal wear and tear over time due to foot traffic and years of use, but natural light is an additional factor that not every homeowner considers. If you’re in the market for eco-friendly flooring, you may be wondering if bamboo floors fade from sunlight exposure. Sunlight is a wonderfully warm and invigorating … Read more
Is your refrigerator leaking? Did the dog have an accident, and you didn’t get to it fast enough? Maybe you gouged your beautiful wood floor dragging a couch across it? Don’t worry if your floor is damaged – we’ll show you how to replace a hardwood flooring plank (or three!). Cutting out and replacing damaged … Read more
Bamboo flooring continues to increase in popularity due to its unique strength and elegant finish. One common problem homeowners experience is the accumulation of dried adhesive on the floor’s surface during installation. Failure to properly remove this glue while it’s still wet can lead to permanent finish damage. Below are seven steps to help you remove dried adhesive/glue … Read more
Are bamboo floors bad for the environment because they’re shipped from China? Are forests in China being cut down to make way for more bamboo farms? In this article, we’ll be exploring the eco-friendly nature of bamboo with a particular focus on Ambient’s dedication to sustainability. We’ll discuss some of the ways we minimize our … Read more
Is bamboo a hardwood? Confusion often surrounds bamboo as it’s referred to by some as hardwood and by others as grass, or natural material distinctly unlike wood. Perplexed yet? Let’s unravel this mystery and establish why, despite bamboo not technically being a hardwood, we’d say it’s a far more suitable product to claim the title of ‘hardwood … Read more
Preparing to install a new floor can be a daunting task. Maybe you’re planning on hiring some flooring contractors or you want to tackle the installation yourself. Either way, there are several different installation techniques to consider, including: the nail-down method the glue-down method the floating method Floating floors are also known as click-lock flooring … Read more
If you’re looking to install eco-friendly bamboo flooring in your home or workplace, you’ll probably come across frequent references to the baseboard and shoe molding (or its close cousin, quarter round). These products are essential for creating a perfectly finished look for your floors. We’ve put together a list of answers to some frequently asked … Read more
A common installation question we get every week is, “I’ve heard it’s super dense – can I nail down bamboo flooring?” The answer is a definitive YES. In fact, thousands of people worldwide nail down strand woven bamboo floors every day; it’s the most common installation method. However, like with anything in life, you … Read more
I’ve got a dirty bamboo floor – can I clean it with a steam mop? It would not help if you never used a steam mop to clean any hardwood (including bamboo flooring). It may not affect the floor right away, but repeatedly infusing bamboo floors with humidity can damage the finish and dimensional stability over … Read more