The use of bamboo as a material for interior decoration is quite justified, since natural aesthetics and environmental friendliness create comfort and safety for a person. Bamboo in the interior is in harmony with a variety of natural materials and is used to create a traditional oriental flavor, and for modern high-tech interior.
Bamboo is a difficult raw material in processing, which in the past limited the scope. With the development of technology, it became possible to produce products from this material that are not inferior, and in some positions are superior to products made of wood and other materials used in interior decoration. The bamboo decor harmoniously complements the interior of any apartment.
Application in the interior
Among the common exotic materials that are used for interior decoration, include decorative bamboo trunks. They are used to create partitions that divide the room into zones and give the room a tropical style.
Bamboo trunks differ in:
- color;
- thickness;
- heat treatment method.
The longitudinal splitting of bamboo trunks into two parts results in hollow halves with which you can glue the wall or make original baseboards of them. Bamboo in the kitchen gives the room an atmosphere of a cozy Oriental restaurant. In order for products to serve for a long time and not lose their visual attractiveness, you should not place them in close proximity to devices that radiate heat. Moderate humidity in the room will also extend the life of the bamboo trunks.
If holes are made in each of the knees of a bamboo stem, approximately 2 millimeters in diameter, this will create internal ventilation of the trunk, which in turn will contribute to the removal of moisture.
Eco-friendly furniture and other products
Bamboo accessories are appreciated by people who love comfort. Products have many advantages over wooden furniture:
- tolerate temperature differences;
- not subject to delamination;
- not afraid of high humidity;
- do not burn out under the influence of sunlight.
When purchasing furniture made of bamboo, it is necessary to pay attention to the fact that it was a natural material, and not an imitation for plastic. The stalks of which the furniture is made should not have defects and cracks. Chairs and tables of various complexity designs are made of bamboo, which are used both in the home interior (in the hallway, bedroom, living room, bathroom, kitchen, study), and for verandas and gazebos in the country plot. The incredible ease of this material does not cause unnecessary trouble during transportation.
Following the rules for the use of bamboo furniture is recommended:
- do not place near heating devices;
- Do not subject to strong shocks;
- do not hammer nails into the product;
- Do not use chemical solutions for cleaning.
Bamboo create a lot of all kinds of handicrafts:
- vases;
- coasters;
- fixtures;
- Photo frame.
As well as many other elements of bamboo, which will make the house more comfortable.
Application in design
In recent years, bamboo materials have gained popularity, so many are interested in the question: "How to combine bamboo with the design of the room."
The ceiling made of rolled bamboo or extruded boards looks extravagantly in combination with suspended ceilings. Bamboo canvas complements the exotics of Chinese style in the bedroom or dining room.
Blinds and curtains made of bamboo look great with curtains of fabrics. Their use brings refinement and lightness to the design.
Bamboo wallpapers look original and exotic and are used in decorating a bedroom or living room, which makes the rooms cozy. In addition, these wallpapers are durable and do not lose their appearance after a time.
Bamboo flooring has a lot of advantages in the design plan. Its use gives the room chic and presentable, it is suitable for rooms made in oriental or classic design.
Decorative bamboo trunks fit into any interior, giving shades of exotic.
Main features of bamboo parquet
Until recently, it was considered that the best parquet is made of larch or oak wood, but after the appearance of bamboo parquet, the level of quality of flooring materials has increased.
Features include:
- exceptional durability and wear resistance during operation;
- high refractory performance;
- in comparison with parquet from classical materials, better tolerates moisture;
- has an antistatic effect, which prevents dust from accumulating on it;
- increased resistance to the emergence of various types of mold and insects;
- environmental friendliness;
- due to the low thermal conductivity provides heat to the floor;
- excellent sound insulation;
- unique appearance.
Due to the sugar content in bamboo fibers, during heat treatment, the material can drastically change the color, from straw to coffee, which allows you to choose a suitable shade for the interior, without using harmful chemical dyes.
The choice of parquet depending on the design
When choosing a bamboo parquet, you need to decide on the color scheme, which is presented in a variety of options. Materials of natural color are better suited for interior decoration, made in bright colors, darker shades of coffee in harmony with the elements of mahogany.
Having decided on the color, you need to look at the lacquer coating, which can be silky-matte, matte or glossy. For larger rooms, parquet flooring with a glossy finish is better; a matte version will look great in small rooms. Parquet with a silky matte coating is reasonable to use in office space, since it is considered more wear-resistant.
One of the most important criteria when choosing a parquet is its quality characteristics, which are evaluated by:
- the correct geometry of the structure;
- integrity of the state of the product;
- the possible presence of cracks;
- uniform thickness of the parquet plate.
The choice of bamboo parquet depends on personal preferences, design and style of the intended premises and is limited by imagination and availability of funds.
Main types of parquet
If you do not know how to choose high-quality bamboo flooring, then first of all you should pay attention to the manufacturer of the product. Naturally, it is better to focus on well-known companies that have significant experience in the industry. Large enterprises take care of the image, checking manufactured products and controlling the production process.
Particular attention should be paid to the packaging of the material, as a conscientious manufacturer packs the products well and puts a company logo on the product. It is obligatory to check the quality certificate, which indicates that there are no substances harmful to health in the product.
According to the national GOST, parquet category "A" is considered the best, respectively, it is the most expensive.
There are three main types of bamboo panels on the market:
- Piece parquet has a convenient locking connection, which makes it easy to replace individual elements in case of damage.
- Mosaic parquet is mainly intended for decorative works and is distinguished by a variety of forms.
- A massive parquet board is the most reliable multi-layered version of a bamboo panel that eliminates decorative use.
How to lay parquet
Before laying bamboo flooring, the foundation of the floor must be leveled with sand-cement mortar. When the mortar is dry, plywood is spread on it, after which the parquet itself creeps. If you strictly follow the observance of the technological process, apply modern tools and carefully control the quality at all stages of installation, you can lay the flooring without the help of professionals.
It is necessary to treat the work on leveling the floor with full responsibility, as the quality of laying parquet directly depends on it. Properly made screed should be free of voids and cracks. There should be no differences in the level of the frozen solution, as well as its peeling. Filling and the base of the floor should be one solid monolith. During operation, the screed may be exposed to external moisture, which leads to partial destruction. To prevent such troubles, a waterproofing material should be placed on the screed, which will provide complete protection against moisture. The next step is to fasten the sheets of plywood to the base with screws.
Before laying the bamboo flooring must undergo acclimatization procedure. To do this, open the package and allow the material to rest for several days at room temperature.
Specific features of laying parquet
It cannot be said that laying parquet is an easy process, for this work it is necessary to have certain knowledge and follow the rules. A person who has no work experience will benefit from basic recommendations from professionals.
The process of laying bamboo flooring is no different from working with other types of flooring. So that the quality of laying remains at a high level, the prerequisite is the use of dry moisture-resistant plywood, laid under the parquet. The time for complete drying of the cement screed depends on the level of humidity in the room and is usually about a month.
In order to not creak parquet boards, kraft paper with a density of 300g / m2 spreads onto the plywood.
Since bamboo is a natural material, there may be some differences in the color shades of parquet panels. If you approach the styling process creatively, then this disadvantage can easily be turned into a virtue by creating an original floor pattern from the color schemes.
You should not forget that in the process of exploitation the parquet requires maintenance. If you care about the flooring and monitor its condition, the parquet of bamboo panels will last for decades and will always delight with beauty.
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