Bamboo flooring is more than just attractive. It's known for its strength and durability, as well as being a sustainable resource that's cheaper than many other flooring options, such as hardwood.

Question: I was planning to install hardwood flooring myself, but then I saw some bamboo flooring that was cheaper. What do you think of bamboo flooring, and can I install it myself in my living room?

Bamboo has been used as a flooring material for over 5,000 years, but it gained popularity in its modern form around the 1990s. Because bamboo grows quickly and can be harvested more frequently, it's ...

Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

Flooring is easy to forget for all the same reasons it's essential. It's always there, it's the part of your house you probably touch the most, and you don't look at it very often. But high-quality ...

Bamboo flooring is a renewable, eco-friendly resource but may emit toxins from adhesives. It is often as hard and moisture-resistant as hardwood, but can scratch and crack under humidity changes.