Bamboo is one of nature’s oldest building materials—and for good reason. It’s strong, dense, renewable and grows like a weed. In fact, it’s like a never-ending forest that regenerates itself every five years.
Bamboo is actually a grass. It can grow up to 36 inches a day. It will reach full height within one year, although the best time to harvest is five to seven years.
Consequently, bamboo has long been a staple building material in Asia, particularly China. Yet, apart from on Gilligan’s Island, bamboo has yet to break through in the U.S. in exterior applications, such as decking.
Post time: Mar-03-2021