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Bamboo flooring is a great option for those who are looking for something that’s similar to wood but that is more environmentally friendly. Because bamboo is a commonly found grass, it’s one of the most sustainable flooring materials available. It also has a aesthetic that is very similar to wood but is unique in its own way.
However, before you choose to use bamboo, you’re probably wondering if it’s possible to refinish it? Although bamboo is very durable, it – like wood – can be vulnerable to surface scratches. This is because bamboo is often heated to deepen its color, which leaves it softer and more prone to scratching. Fortunately, you can refinish bamboo flooring to eliminate such visual flaws.
The first thing you’re going to have to do if you want to remove visual flaws from your bamboo floors is to sand the bamboo down. This will help remove the original finish as well as buff out any surface scratches. The following are the steps that have to be taken in order to sand down bamboo flooring:
After the final sanding, you can wash the floor in order to remove the dust as well as put the baseboards back.
Because operating a disc sander isn’t easy – and sanding your bamboo floor evenly without damaging the bamboo is quite challenging to say the least, it’s a smart idea to allow a professional to sand and refinish your bamboo floors. Not to mention that applying a new finish can be quite tricky as well.
For a free estimate on bamboo floor refinishing in Maryland, Washington, DC and Northern Virginia, contact us online or give us a call—240-246-4561.