Bamboo Nursery in Orlando?

I'm trying to find a bamboo nursery (or any place that sells bamboo (perferably black bamboo) in Orlando and/or the surrounding areas.





Lake Mary, Longwood, or Sanford area would be ideal, but I'm willing to travel (not too far) to find one.





Any suggestions? Thanks!

Bamboo Nursery in Orlando?
Here's what I found in Florida by searching Yahoo:





Bamboo Orlando


8528 Lake Bosse Drive


Orlando, FL 32810


Phone: 407-290-9815


Fax: 407-297-3742





Johnson Bamboo


70 Lark Ave.


Brooksville, FL 34601


Phone: 352-544-0330





Bamboo For You


1829 SW 12 Avenue


Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315


Phone: 954-462-3039





A Bamboo Man


7810 SW 118 Street


Miami, FL 33156


Phone: 305-378-9449


Fax: 305-378-2018





Bamboo Collection


9700 SW 114 St


Miami, FL 33176


Phone: 305-205-8184





Bamboo Gardens


1200 Virginia Avenue


Palm Harbor, FL 34683-4441


Phone: 727-784-0517





Bountiful Earth, Inc.


1200 West Canal Street


New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168


Phone: 386-427-3330


Fax: 386-427-7896





Palm Beach Bamboo Inc.


18520 49 th st N


Loxahatchee, FL 33470


Phone: 561-753-6630





Tropical Bamboo, Inc.


2929 East G Road


Loxahatchee, FL 33470


Phone: 954-461-7572


Fax: 954-301-2497
Reply:usually chinese people sell them. sorry im thinking about Atlanta here.

Bamboo themed bathroom...?

I'm going for a Bamboo theme in my bathroom and want to try to grow some real bamboo to put in there for decoration. Does Bamboo have to have sunlight at all times or will in grow in the bathroom even with the lights off? I'm not looking for anything huge just a few shoots in a small pot. Any tips or ideas are appreciated!

Bamboo themed bathroom...?
I have this bathroom. I only have 1 small window with frosted glass, about 15"x33". Descent light, I have a jar with "lucky" bamboo sitting on the toilet tank in front of the window %26amp; it does very well. Lots of growth, even in the winter. For the rest of the bath I have alot of realistic fakes around the tub. Micheals sells some nice hanging bamboo plants pretty cheap. Look where they sell the unpotted bunches of plants.
Reply:I think that it has to have some light ,but not necessary sun light.
Reply:All plants need some sunlight.

Bamboo Textiles?

i have a Assignment on bamboo Textiles i dont want to do bamboo but i want a good mark does anyone know the production process of bamboo from fiber to fabric or if anyone knows an sites where i could get some information thanks

Bamboo Textiles?
Maybe this site will help http://www.littlegreenrock.com/section/3...


Good luck
Reply:You can also look at the production of rayon. Most bamboo is made the same way.
Reply:This site might help.

Bamboo Flooring! How good is it? Anyone installed this type of floor more than 2 years ago and happy ?

I live in Sydney, northern suburbs. I'm trying to find the optimum solution for a bedroom floor to replace the sick carpets with an alternative healthy floor. My ideal is bright sand color flooring. Timber seems not that tough as bamboo, but bamboo products are imported from China and the quality may not be as good. If anyone has a bamboo floor for a few years now, I'd like to hear from you, and if you are happy with the quality, please let me know where to buy it from.

Bamboo Flooring! How good is it? Anyone installed this type of floor more than 2 years ago and happy ?
well we haven't had it for two years, but we have had it for a couple of months. we have the dark maroon color and it shows dust and cleaning streaks retty badly so i have to clean it every other day to. i wish i would have went with the lighter color now like you are talking about.





as for scratches, since ours is so dark, the deep ones do show but i go over them with a matching stain. i have never noticed lighter scratches. but since you are talking about getting the lighter colored flooring, the scratches wouldn't show up very easily.





we were very happy with the quality. it wasn't like hardwood flooring where you have to inspect each piece before you put it down, each one that came out of the box was in perfect condition. and the brand we bought was nice and thick.
Reply:I put bamboo flooring down in Nov. 2007, about 600 sq. ft. It scratches if you get sand under a chair leg. It is warmer than the tile that we had. Use "old English" on the scratches.

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Bamboo plant in florist foam needs help?

I was given this bamboo plant 3 years ago by coworkers when I transfered. They gave me this beautiful bamboo plant placed in a large tin container, the bamboo is sitting in florist foam. It's been fine until I moved to a real dry climate. It looks like the plant has turned a bit more yellow than normal and some of the leaves have died not to mention it looks wilted. I'm not sure if I'm over watering or it needs to be replanted so it can get more nutrients... it does get plenty of sunshine. I'm not sure how to replant it since it's been in the foam for so long. Any ideas to help me get my plant healthy again would be great, I really hate seeing it this way. Thanks

Bamboo plant in florist foam needs help?
Lucky "bamboo" doesn't like direct sun (actually they are not "bamboo" at all; see the reference below). Direct sun could cause the leaves to "burn" and drop. Allow only indirect, filtered sun light.





Don't worry about over-watering it, because you can't overwater this plant.





This plant is sensitive to salt build-up, which happens when the tap water evaporates leaving all the dissolved salts behind. It's especially sensitive to fluoride, which is added as a cavity-fighting ingredient. My guts feeling is this is the main cause of your problem.





I suspect the tap water in your area is either very "hard" or heavily fluorinated or both. As the prev poster pointed out, it's best to use distilled water, which is available at any supermarkets. They are cheap.





At this point, I suggest the following remedy. Take out the plant from the container and wash the container thoroughly. Get rid of the foam by crashing it; and replace it with gravel stones as anchors for roots. Stones are easier to wash off the salts; also, foam tend to become a medium for fungus growth.





Put back the plant and add a few inches of distilled water. Change the entire water every other week, or if the humidity is very low, more frequent change may be needed. The point is, don't just "add" back water as it evaporates; change the whole thing.





Your "bamboo" should recover after about one month. They are very slow-growing, so please be patient.
Reply:The surest sign of overwatering plants in soil is yellowing and leaf drop. Is this one of those Lucky Bamboo plants that sit in water? If so, you obviously can't overwater it. But, you do have to take care of it to prevent root rot.





I bought one of these for a friend's housewarming this weekend. The instructions said to keep the water level full in the pot with distilled water. Then, once a week, replace the water with fresh water. This might be kind of difficult with pebbles or florist foam. But, pour out what you can and flush the rest by having a light stream of water going into one corner of the pot for a few minutes.





I had a couple of these that did get root rot. I was remodeling my house and left these in a garage for a few months, and didn't change the water out at all (I wasn't living there and forgot about them). They got all yellow and died. When I pulled them out of their pots, they absolutely reeked like poo. It was pretty nasty.





If the roots of your plants have started to rot, they may not be salvageable. In that case, you'll just have to throw them out and get new plants.

Bamboo Shoots?

I have eaten bamboo shoots in many different Asian cuisines, but wondering exactly what part of the bamboo are you actually eating? I have seen bamboo trees and was trying to figure out where and what exactly the "shoots" were.





thanks!!

Bamboo Shoots?
The shoots are the new sprouts coming out of the ground to form new stalks. They are no more than a few inches high and pointed. They are cut, trimmed and sliced to prepare them for eating.
Reply:the shoots
Reply:bamboo shoots are the soft tips of the stems of the bamboo plant
Reply:I really don't know


BUT I imagine it really is part of the roots


similar to Jerusalem Artichokes;;


again the young sprouts of a certain size before they get tough and hard....


I looked close at the can


They are from China


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Bamboo help?

I have had a bamboo plant for around 4 years... it started off just a tiny thing and has grown and spawned more shoots.. it is HUGE now lol.


In the past I have no had any issues with it over winter-spring. This year however with the warming temps(we keep inside during winter but put it out when it warms up at night and day) the bamboo seems to be having issues. Some of the shoots are mushy, others are fine. The ones with the mushy shoots have a lot of dead or dying leaves... it always has at least a few and they get trimed up and are fine by mid summer. We keep it well watered and all but I don't understand why some shoots are mushy? They are green ... some are not, the ones that are not are yellow/white. I trimed those shoots down to where it was green. I guess my question is is why are they mushy? Any tips on fixing this or what it could be would be great help... if you know a link that could help please add it to your answer!( I do not know the species of bamboo)

Bamboo help?
How much are you watering it? Sounds like it has too much water. And/Or the pot is becoming rootbound. You can repot the plant, even trim some of the roots off the root ball when you repot, if you do not want the plant to get any bigger.


Bamboo is related to the grass in your yard. Most of the species of bamboo grow new shoots from its roots just like grass. It there is any root rot from too much moisture in the soil, the shoots and leaves on them will be mushy and appear to be dying.
Reply:Usually mushy means too much water or stagnant water.


Maybe someone will come along with a more specific answer.


With all it's growth we know why it's considered an invasive plant.

Taketaro - What is Bamboo Charcoal & Benefits of Bamboo Charcoal?

Bamboo charcoal 竹炭 is made from fresh Mao bamboos and is also known as “Black Diamond”. Its use is populated in Asia especially in Japan, Korea, Taiwan and China. In China, from early historical records, it is evident that bamboo charcoal has been used in ancient times.





more info at http://www.mtmeru.com/bamboo-charcoal/in...

Taketaro - What is Bamboo Charcoal %26amp; Benefits of Bamboo Charcoal?
Sounds like bamboo makes excellent charcol for cooking at high temperatures.
Reply:It sounds like you already know the answer to this question, but I would like to mention that when I stayed with a host family in Japan, I found a basket of charcoal sticks in several of the rooms. I was told that their purpose is to absorb humidity.

Bamboo?? When there are dead leaves, etc on the bamboo, do I prune it as I would any other plant?

Other care tips on bamboo is appreciated. It is the bamboo stalks (3) that you buy for "supposed" good luck...i really like it, but there wasn't any info on the care of it, except that the bottom of the stalks had to be submersed in water at all times??

Bamboo?? When there are dead leaves, etc on the bamboo, do I prune it as I would any other plant?
"Lucky bamboo" is not bamboo at all but a type of dracaena, dracaena sanderia to be exact. It is meant to be grown as a "throw away plant," that is you keep it for a while and when it starts to look bad, you throw it out and get a new one. As they get larger they tend to start doing poorly or at the very least begin to look unattractive. That being said keep it well watered and fertilize it occasionally and if you want to keep it indefinitely I recommend eventually putting it in a pot with some potting soil.
Reply:Wouldn't worry too much about caring for bamboo, it grows by runners underneath the ground and can be incredibly invasive. In some states it's illegal to plant bamboo. Hopefully, it won't get out of control on you, I would prune it back as hard as you can in the Spring. Container bamboo is a different, haven't had much success with it, but people I know have, lower light and don't fuss over it, should be okay.
Reply:Cut it off, a new one will grow. To prevent it from turning yellow or dying, keep it in low light. Sitting on a table is good, but not directly in a window. Prefers the East side. I find it does well with tiny stones added in the container with plant.

Bamboo ? How to discern quality ?

How can I tell good quality bamboo from trash bamboo ? What qualities should I look for to get a durable bamboo ?

Bamboo ? How to discern quality ?
Go on line and look up nursery's that specialize in bamboo. There are several species of so called good bamboo (yellow grove and giant Japanese timber) that will grow all over the place if you let it alone. They both tolerate heat and cold.
Reply:With a spoon
Reply:can you elaborate please?

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Bamboo planting!?

What is a barrier and how do you install it around your bamboo to keep it from spreading? Also, are there any health risks of having bamboo is your yard? It attracts birds that make alot of you know what and lots of birds can be very noisy. Bamboo can also fold down when in icy or snowy weather.

Bamboo planting!?
I installed some bamboo this past fall at customers house. The place where I bought the bamboo sold me a long sheet of 3-4' tall plastic liner which I used to surround the planting bed. They also sold me flat pieces of metal which clamp together and connect the ends. They told me I would prevent 'running' bamboo (clumping bamboo does not require the barrier) from spreading into other area of the yard. If you run into ledge or other areas which can't be dug that deep, however, the plastic can be cut.





Bamboo can look very cool.





Good Luck





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Reply:To stop it spreading, keep the bamboo in a pot and just plant it (pot included) into the ground, that way it restricts root growth and when in time the roots eventually find their way out into the surrounding soil, it makes it easier to just dig out the whole pot and trim the roots to avoid spreading.





As for the birds? not much you can do if they take a liking to your plant. Birds are however important as they feed on pest as well as fruits. Give your bamboo a hose down occasionally to rid it from the dirt.





In winter, when snow and frost take hold, tie-up your bamboo to a central pole and cover with protective lining.

Bamboo shrimp?

Do bamboo shrimp really need bamboo in the tank? I bought a shrimp today and the guy at the store said that there was a special bacteria that they eat which only grows on bamboo. Sounds like a load of ... to me. Please let me know!

Bamboo shrimp?
The Asian Filter Shrimp also known as Bamboo Shrimp, Wood Shrimp, Fan Shrimp. Scientific Name: Atyopsis moluccensis.





Size: 8-12cm, Temperature: tropical species, best kept at 73°F-84°F, Water Parameters: can live under a wide range of ph and hardness conditions from acidic to alkaline, but prefers to live in soft, acidic water.





Food:


Filters floating food items from the water, so should be provided with a current in the aquarium. Can pick up food from the ground if there is nothing to filter, although that situation should avoided. Origin: Southeast Asia





The Asian Filter Shrimp is commonly sold as the "Bamboo Shrimp" or "Wood Shrimp" in pet stores. These shrimp are interesting in that they filter tiny food particles, such as microscopic microorganisms and detritus, out of the water as their main food. For that particular purpsoe they have specialized chelae, which have turned into sticky, fan-like filter appendages. Unfortunately at this point, all of the animals sold are wild animals. It is somewhat diffcult to breed this shrimp as its larvae need saltwater to mature into postlarvae. Getting them to produce eggs does not seem to be a problem when given the right conditions, however rearing the larvae requires quite a bit of effort. At the time of this writing there are no reports of successful breeding of this shrimp. I hope that this will change in the future as more people give it a try.





The asian filter shrimp's usual coloration when in stores is brownish. However, when they are fed enough food and are feeling comfortable they turn a nice, dark red and develop a white line down their back. They are a long lived species and live at least 5 years when kept correctly. This shrimp should be kept in community tanks with small, peaceful fish and/or shrimp and sufficient current. This is preferable to a species tank as its tank mates produce the detritus necessary for the microorganisms in the filter to thrive and reproduce. The microorganisms, in turn, are carried by the current to the filter shrimp and filtered out of the water as food. This way, the filter shrimp does not need to be specifically fed. Targeted feeding might actually deteriorate water parameters and harm the tank inhabitants, as it's very hard to gauge how much this shrimp actually needs to be fed.





These shrimp should never be housed with fish that could hurt it, such as most cichlids, even if the fish is smaller than the shrimp or the same size. The Asian Filter Shrimp itself is totally harmless and is not even capable of hurting the smallest fry or other, smaller shrimp. Thus, it can be housed with all dwarf shrimp, regardless of size.





A common question about these shrimp is whether bamboo should be added to the tank where they are kept. The answer is NO. Its just the name, and real bamboo has nothing to do with it.
Reply:It is. Bamboo Shrimp are filter feeders. here's more info on them:





http://www.petshrimp.com/bambooshrimp.ht...
Reply:Welllll, they DO take smaller food than usual, but you're right. It doesn't need to be bamboo. In fact, the real name of the fish is Asian Filter Shrimp. It's a filter feeder, like coral. so you will need some way of getting really small food to them. Raw egg comes to mind... But there's lots of info out there. Good luck!

BAMBOO FURNITURe???

I'm trying to find some bamboo furniture to remodel my room with a tropical theme but the prices on the furniture are outrageous. does anyone know a place that sells bamboo furniture for less? it doesnt have to be actual bamboo furniture, it just has to look like it. thanks

BAMBOO FURNITURe???
That would be rattan furniture. Look for rattan and/or wicker.

I am selling bamboo fabric products?

such as bamboo bedding set, bamboo towel , bamboo bathrobe, bamboo blanket, bamboo T-shirt etc.


I decided to open a store on ebay and anyone who are interested in, pls contact me

I am selling bamboo fabric products?
I will pass this info along.


Good Luck!!!

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Bamboo Shrimp Feeding and Phytoplankton?

1] How do phytoplanktons get in the aquarium for the bamboo shrimp to feed on?





2] How can I make sure I have phytoplanktons?





3] What can I feed Bamboo Shrimps besides that phytoplanktons that the aquarium system has so I can make sure the bamboo shrimps are eating?





4] Are phytoplanktons only saltwater organisms?

Bamboo Shrimp Feeding and Phytoplankton?
1.normally comes in with live rock or from the seawater for water changes.


2.you should have some naturally in your aquarium or you can add it.Your local fish shop should have some or you can use natural sea water for water changes.


2.I dont think you can target feed them as they are filter feeders.


4.Not sure about this one but i think they are saltwater only.
Reply:Bamboo shrimp require a water current to filter feed on, If a bamboo shrimp is observed trying to scavenge for food on the substrate using its fans, this is a sign there is not enough food in the water for it to feed, in this case you could try feeding them algae wafers.... for more advice see us at www.fish-keeping.com were we would be happy to answer anythink you need to know about bamboo shrimps
Reply:i wouldn't worry to much on the phytoplankton. Every bamboo shrimp (or vampire shrimp for that matter) Would go for brine shrimp of some finely crused flake food.


If they get hungry enough they'll learn to scoop foo off the bottom (Albiet awkwardly)
Reply:1- typically they don't you supplement them


2- make your own


3-mine ate any food floating in the water never herd of them eating phyto (aren't they freshwater that is what we are talking about right)


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Bamboo cutting board?

Sorry, this is a repost because no one answered yesterday actually have used a bamboo cutting board.





Has anyone used a bamboo cutting board? How does it compare to wood cutting board in following criteria:





-hardness


-easiness to maintain/sanitation factor


-tendency for mold buildup


- overall utility?





Do you prefer a bamboo cutting board over other types?

Bamboo cutting board?
Bamboo is actually harder than steel. In China, it is even used as scaffolding to build giant skyscrapers! No need to worry about hardness or durability w/ bamboo.





I love the looks of them, but would rather display them than use them. You cannot put them in the dishwasher, and I prefer to be able to do that. So I stick w/ the plastic boards in various sizes.





If you are looking for them at a reduced price, check out TJMaxx or Marshall's... MUCH cheaper there than at Williams-Sonoma, Crate %26amp; Barrel, or other kitchen stores.

Can bamboo survive Chicago's harsh weather?

I am personally a fan of bamboo trees, and like the idea of having bamboo trees growing in my yard (if I were to ever purchase a house).





What I was curious about was what type of conditions do bamboo trees need to survive? I live in Chicago, so we get hot, humid summers followed by cold snowy winters. Could bamboo trees survive these conditions outside, or would they die?





Thanks!

Can bamboo survive Chicago's harsh weather?
You're in luck. There are bamboo cultivators that grow in cold weather. When you have a fully grown stand of them they make a chiming sound when snow or heavy frost is on the leaves. However, it must be very quiet in order to hear them such as at night.
Reply:From what I hear, a lot of varieties would survive a SCUD missile.
Reply:yes there is. chicago is a zone 5 which means winters on average are no colder than -20





http://www.bamboogarden.com/Phyllostachy...





http://www.bambooworld.com/picturepages/...





http://www.pathwaystoperennials.com/page...








bamboo can take ove an entire yard so put in a pot and put a pot in the ground.





dont leave the pot out because the soil is warm and the air is not in chicago. the roots need warmth so planting in the ground is the best
Reply:http://www.needmorebamboo.com/hardiness....





Evidently there are some varieties that are hardy in your windy city.


I never would have guessed.

My bamboo tree is beginning to turn yellow, does that mean that it is dieing?

I have two bamboo trees that i have had for the past 5 years. They each started at about a foot and are now approximately 4 feet. One of the bamboo trees is now beginning to turn yellow, is there anything I could do to turn it back green. I am thinking it might be because of the cold weather. These are lucky bamboo trees and I need to get this fixed ASAP. I hold these bamboo trees in just glass water bottles.

My bamboo tree is beginning to turn yellow, does that mean that it is dieing?
Sounds like a problem caused by your water. Try using distilled water which is recommended for Lucky Bamboo.





The other possibility is that they are coming to the end of their life. Lucky Bamboo are only supposed to live for two years (I've had mine three and they're going strong).





I agree about cutting off the yellow leaves, and use distilled water. Good luck!
Reply:Just a comment, "Lucky Bamboo" isnt actually Bamboo. Bamboo is in the Grass family.


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Reply:Yes, yellowing is a very bad sign. You need to cut off the yellowed parts at the joint - they won't green back up again, and the yellowing will just spread and kill the rest of the stalk if you leave it.
Reply:hmmmmmmmmmmmm.......


well, i would put the bamboo tree out of the water bottle and in to some thing better. like a vase. also, put marbles into the vase.(i doesnt have to be marbles, as long as its not a hard surface thing like a rock) pour water until it almost reaches the top, like 2-5 inches below. but a glass bottle will do. if you want to, you can put the bamboo into a pot with rich soil and put fertilizer into it.
Reply:Maybe. Do the care routine, bestly. Love your bamboo.
Reply:Dump the water out %26amp; rinse off the roots then refill with fresh water. You can cut off the yellowed pieces. New shoots should form soon.

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Trimming bamboo shoots in an aqarium.?

I purchased some bamboo for my freshwater aquarium a while ago. The person told me if it got too tall (out of the tank, pressing on the glass lid) I could just cut it. Where do i cut it? Can I just cut the stalk in half and new roots will come out??? I know some plants can do that like Hygro but I didnt think that bamboo would survive that kind of maiming. I also thought about cutting the leaves off but that just seems silly and would make those areas rot. Its not the standard "chinese" bamboo thats really small and has small leaves (I apologize for not knowing the Speces name)





It is a thick bamboo stalk and then the leaves are elogated and grow straight up with a slight unfolding. There are streaks of white and green in concentric circles on the leaves. How can I make it smaller?

Trimming bamboo shoots in an aqarium.?
"Lucky Bamboo" (Dracaena) is a terrestrial plant and should not be kept submerged. If you continue to keep it underwater, it will begin to rot, creating ammonia and other toxic compounds into the water. These compounds are very harmful to fish. Also, the water will look disgusting when it begins to die and rot.





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http://www.chiff.com/a/lucky-bamboo.htm





EDIT: You're right, it isn't lucky bamboo. That isn't bamboo at all. That is actually a common house plant that will begin to rot as soon as it runs out of CO2 gas. If you want it to live, put it in a pot and grow it by a window. Most chain pet stores sell all kinds of terrestrial plants (bamboo, mondo grass, your plant). They grow them emersed (floating in pots in a large tank so they are partially underwater [this prevents rotting]) until they move them to their sales tank. Once it gets to the customer, is slowly decomposes (it can take more than 3 months) and fouls the water.
Reply:bamboo is a grass, so you can cut it where-ever and it will be fine. I am not sure it should be in an aquarium though. they are not naturally aquatic plants. But if it is growing, and the roots are not rotting, then i guess you are doing something right, just cut it above the waterline, so that water does not get in the shaft %26amp; rot it from the inside out.

Lucky Bamboo?

since there are so many questions about lucky bamboo which is really draceana sanderiana and there are so many sites that specialize in answering any question any person could have about the stuff,


http://www.chiff.com/a/lucky-bamboo.htm


for example,


IS IT WRONG OF ME TO IGNORE ALL LUCKY BAMBOO / BAMBOO QUESTIONS IN THE FUTURE?

Lucky Bamboo?
Well, who knows? What are your questions? I have Lucky Bamboo in a vase with rocks and water that is at least 4 years old and doing great

Bamboo Question???

So, today, I recently bought some bamboo, but i have no idea how to grow it. how often do i water it/ replace the water? how long does it take for bamboo to grow to it's sull size, because i bought a small bamboo plant. any tips on growing bamboo i should know??? plz help!

Bamboo Question???
since you said 'replace the water', I'll assume you have a 'Lucky Bamboo'..... which isn't bamboo at all, but Dracaena... here's a helpful site....





http://www.plant-care.com/lucky-bamboo.h...
Reply:Follow this link and it will help you in growing your bamboo.
Reply:bamboo, as far as the growing location can be anywhere.....when i was young, in japan, bamboo was everywhere.


you will have difficulty restricting them to overgrow rather than worrying them to not grow...


water it weekly first and you'll be ok.

Bamboo floors and a new baby?!?!?! My wife has always wanted bamboo floors but we wonder if it's "baby tough?"

We are moving into a new house soon and we've always wanted bamboo floors. They are very hard (20% harder than the hardest hardwood flooring) and more water resistant...plus they are earth friendly since bamboo grows like a weed. But we've got a baby coming in a few weeks and I curious to know if anyone has had any experience with the durability of bamboo in relation to kids (or dogs etc...). Any help would be much appreciated!





Also, how much a square foot was it to install???

Bamboo floors and a new baby?!?!?! My wife has always wanted bamboo floors but we wonder if it's "baby tough?"
I have sold and installed bamboo floors for years. Like every thing there are cheap and good quality bamboo. The cheap ones have cheap finishes and may contain formaldehyde. Be sure you get a good quality floor. Expect to pay $4.50 to $6.00 per sq ft. The people who are having trouble have used a cheap bamboo. For the buyer its hard to see the difference. Be sure you know who you are buying from.
Reply:I think you have to make sure you have a good quality finish on the wood to seal it. When looking at flooring, focus on the quality and thickness of the varnish/polyurathane, warranty, etc. in addition to the overall quality of the wood. As long as that's not skimped on, then you should be ok.
Reply:I would check closely on it. I've heard that people have been having trouble with bamboo floors. Whatever you put in your house imagine cherry kool aide spilled on it. That will help you decide what to get.
Reply:Any wood floor is substanable to damage but if its properly finished..bamboo is your best bet out of all the wood flooring..besides with a baby you don't want carpet ..which i have heard is actually considered dirtier then a road...and because carpets stains way easier then wood will...and remember you can always have cheap area rugs around where the baby is..to soften falls ext..

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I got a bamboo flute at an arts festival and it has imperfection lines in couple spots? Will this affect tone?

I don't know much about bamboo flutes. If you do, can you tell me if imperfections in the bamboo can affect the tone. The flute I got was pretty expensive, but I didn't see the problems right away. Everything is smooth, and feels normal, but they almost look like repaired splits in the bamboo. Does anyone know anything about bamboo flutes or how to determine quality in one of these? Also, if the people that sold the flute claimed it is "concert pitch", should the flute be accurate? I played with a tuner, and I can't get the flute exactly on pitch without some major difficulty. Some notes not at all. I just want to know if anyone knows anything about choosing quality bamboo flutes so I know for future reference. Are there any really great bamboo flute makers you would recommend? Thanks.

I got a bamboo flute at an arts festival and it has imperfection lines in couple spots? Will this affect tone?
I worked for a music store and we sold Sweetheart Flutes. They were well tuned and well made. I don't remember if they made bamboo or not.

Bamboo or hardwood flooring?

I'm keen on using bamboo flooring in our house rather than hardwood because of it's sustainability and am concerned about using products that are less harmful to the environment.





Considering bamboo is a more sustainable source yet it has to be transported from the other side of the world, what will have less of an environmental impact, bamboo or hardwood flooring?





However also considering this, where does most hardwood flooring come from?





Furthermore, is bamboo flooring suitable to be used in conjunction with wet underfloor heating (as opposed to electric)?

Bamboo or hardwood flooring?
There is one drawback to bamboo. The demand is outpacing the sources and new lands are being developed. The problem - they are cutting down hardwood forests (some old forests) to grow more bamboo. Although it may not mean much, there are certification labels for bamboo that indicates sustainability. It costs more, but if you are concerned that is one way to go.
Reply:babboo grows all over the world not just china
Reply:I prefer man-made woods, looks good cheap(ish) and easy to fit!
Reply:bamboo it looks better and it a sustainable plant which means ur damagin the environment to use it.
Reply:Why don't you check out some of the vinyl flooring that they make now. It looks just like wood and I'm sure you could get it in a bamboo coloring. It is also less expensive than real wood and will last 25 to 30 years. Less maintenance and easier to keep clean.
Reply:The use of Bamboo for flooring predates any type of hardwood flooring by centuries. Bamboo has been cultivated for more than 4,000 years in China.





Bamboo flooring is stronger and harder than any other type of wood flooring. Bamboo is actually used as rebar for reinforced concrete beams, due to the fact that it has a tensile strength of 28,000 lbs per square inch compared to 23,000 for steel.





As a building material, bamboo is incredibly resistant to destruction. Bamboo survived the Hiroshima atomic blast closer to ground zero than any other life form. In Limon, Costa Rica, only the bamboo houses from the National Bamboo Project stood after their violent earthquake in 1992.





China has more than 1.6 million square miles of bamboo under cultivation and is considered a great natural resource. This species of bamboo grass grows to 40 feet and is a major CO2 converter that has no known enemies. Even man cannot, at least so far, get ahead of the bamboo forests' growth cycle.





Bamboo is the fastest growing wood type plant on this planet. It grows one third faster than the fastest growing tree. Some species can grow up to 3 feet per day. One can almost "watch it grow". This growth pattern makes it easily accessible in a minimal amount of time. Depending upon the species, of which there are about 1,000, size ranges from miniatures to towering culms over 159 feet tall.





Bamboo purifies both the atmosphere and the soil. Bamboo is a critical element in the essential balance of oxygen/carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Bamboo is the fastest growing canopy for the re-greening of degraded areas and generates more oxygen than an equivalent stand of trees. It lowers light intensity and protects against ultraviolet rays, creating the perfect environment for myriads of other forms of life under its canopy.





Bamboo is a critical element of the economy for much of the world. Bamboo and its related industries already provide economic benefits in the form of income, food and housing to over 2.2 billion people worldwide.





Bamboo is a viable replacement for wood. In the tropics is it possible to plant and grow your own bamboo home. In a square plot of land 65 feet by 65 feet (approximately one-tenth of an acre), in the course of 5 years, two 500 square foot homes can be constructed from the harvest. Each year after that, the yield is one additional house per plot.





Bamboo tolerates extremes of precipitation, from 30-250 inches of annual rainfall. In 1882, Thomas Edison used bamboo filaments in the world's first light bulb manufacturing. Also, the needle in Alexander Graham Bell's first phonograph was made of bamboo.





Bamboo is a fascinating material and is extremely eco-friendly. Bamboo flooring is an excellent choice for your home or office.





Greg Roy is a widely recognized construction and real estate expert who specializes in environmentally friendly homes. To learn more about the wonderful benefits of Bamboo Flooring, please visit http://best-bamboo-flooring.com.
Reply:Bamboo because it's better for the environment. The reason it is better is because bamboo grows faster and reproduces more quickly than wood. As for transport, consider this, bamboo is hollow, where wook is solid, an obvious wt. difference.
Reply:bamboo will not last as long......................


hardwood.......comes from everywhere,,depends....exotic...brazil..... ..everywhere.........
Reply:Think of it this way. whatever you buy has already be transported into the US and probably sitting in a huge ware house some where. They arnt going to go clear cut some bamboo forest in japan, stick it on a plane and send it over the second you order it. Pick the product that will last the longest, the more durable and the easiest to clean. Having it installed, removed, reinstalled, all uses gas for trucks and creates waste, every time you have to clean it that will create waste, use water, chemicals, etc,
Reply:i install flooring





and i loved the bamboo





it will last longer than wood





and it is stronger





and if you dont like the paint you can grade it down





and paint it another color





it looks really nice too
Reply:bamboo is impervious to water isn't it? so environmentally speaking it should last longer and not need to be replaced.





As for hard wood, reclaimed wood has lots of character and is more environmentally sound. Reclaimed teak for example is beautiful.
Reply:hardwood looks better
Reply:I think bamboo looks better and it'd more environentally safe but I'm not sure the exact info on it. You should look more on google
Reply:i would go with bamboo also it is more durable.and it looks so nice.hardwood flooring comes from cutting down trees.and i don't think it matters about your underfloor heating.
Reply:Bamboo all the way!!!

Bamboo Bookshelves???

Would it be possible to make a set of bookshelves out of bamboo? I'm thinking bamboo plywood would work, but I'm not that familiar with bamboo to know for sure. Second, where can I purchase bamboo plywood? Lowes? Home Depot? A lumber yard?

Bamboo Bookshelves???
bamboo bookshelves possible? yes





bamboo plywood will be hard to come by. As far as I know neither home depot or lowes carry it. Its more of a specialty item and in some cases look horrible when compared to actual bamboo.





You can check with your local lumberyard and see if they carry it and what styles.

Bamboo Fence?

I bought a roll of 7' tall x 8' wide bamboo (1" dia). I put it on the support properly - pre drilled holes etc. The problem is I haven't even gotten the panel put up and the bamboo is cracked. It didn't crack where the screws went in. I am so frustrated. I expected to have to replace it in 5-7 years but not after 4 months.





I am desperate for help with this. Did I just get some bad bamboo ? Would that Iron bamboo have worked better?

Bamboo Fence?
it depends, bamboo cracks but even when it does its still pretty tough.
Reply:Bamboo cracks, it's in its nature, you can't avoid it. the metal stuff looks cheesy. I suggest a different material. Possibly ceramics.
Reply:You should put up the role out metal fence first, then just attached the bamboo fence with twisty ties, that's what my husband did. Ours looks great.

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Bamboo rotting!?!?

I received bamboo in a bouquet about two weeks ago. I've changed the water about every other day (and it gets really stinky by then), but it looks like the bamboo is rotting. I threw out all of the other flowers, in case that was part of the issue but they are still just getting worse. The leaves have small brown spots on them, and the stalks have long brown streaks. One of them also has some black spots that look like rot. The only thing in the vase is the three bamboo shoots, water, and some rocks in the bottom. It is in my office that gets no direct sunlight (which I've heard is good for bamboo). Any ideas?

Bamboo rotting!?!?
Bamboo is very sensitive to over watering. Try less water.
Reply:Hi:


It sounds like you are changing out the water way too much. I have a Bamboo in water and never change the water. I let it go down and then add a little more about once a week. This type of Bamboo that stays in water doesn't need a lot of attention. I try and give mine a little sunlight as Bamboo does like some light. You may want to consider changing the location in your office or bringing it home and trying it with a little sunlight.





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Bamboo Fun or Intuos3? (Artist)?

I have an interest in drawing anime and graphic design. (But mostly anime.)


So I decided to get a tablet.


I have done so much research and have asked various questions here too, but I am still in doubt.





BAMBOO FUN


Better price for the product


Less pressure senstivity


Good for casual users





INTUOS3


Expensive (Professional use)


Better resolution and pressure sensitivity.


Has more features.





I'm able to afford the Intuos3, but the Bamboo Fun may seem enough.





I'm an artist, so will the Intuos3 really be worth the price jump?





Also, I'm either going to buy the Intuos3 6x11 or the Bamboo Fun Medium.





PRICE


-Intuos3 6x11 ($369.95)


-Bamboo Fun Medium ($199.00)





These are Wacom's prices. I know there are cheaper ones out there.





So, please help?





Also, I've asked many questions about the same thing on Yahoo! Answers, and nobody gave me a decent answer.





So I would really appreciate if you took the time to write an satisfactory answer for me.





Thank you!

Bamboo Fun or Intuos3? (Artist)?
Let's see, I have an Intuos 3 and I have friends with a Bamboo Fun.





What kind art do you do? Painting, drawing? Or just graphics? Ask yourself that first. I do everything with my tablet, from painting to sketching to out-right designing.





The Bamboo is similar to Graphire, from what I hear, with more twiddle-able functions.





Intuos 3, well, is Intuos. Awesome, don't need to say more.





I LOVE pressure sensitivity. It gives me a great range of lines, colours, tints, etc. The settings on the sides of the tablet are also useful if you want to set functions for them. And it comes with its own wireless mouse, although I don't use that, I know people who use it instead of a regular mouse.





Bamboo, from heard experiences, is really better for a more casual, beginner type of person. It gives you an experience in tablets for a cheaper price. However, for a more driven artist, it's strongly suggested that you invest in a tablet for its great range.





My Intuos is a 6x8, similar to what most of my friends use. I'd recommend it.





My friend, Jinju (jinju.deviantart.com) put up a poll about Bamboo vs. Intuos, you may want to check that out. Preferences do differ, but the general consensus IS that Intuos is for the more serious artist. =)





Hope this helped.





Edit to your details: Better resolution is always better, depends on what you want. Vector or painting, both require quality.





And also, most people I know have had their tablet for a long time. One of mine still uses a Intuos 2 and loves it, even though she wants to try an Intuos 3, but there's no real urge for her to change.





Because Bamboo is seen more as "cute", I'd rather invest in the better one, if you're serious, as I've said. =) I've had my Intuos 3 for around 2 years now. Still looks brand new.





Edit 2: And I'd rather upgrade to a Cintiq than from a Bamboo to an Intuos. x__x.

Bamboo planting?

my bf pulled out a stick of bamboo when we went to reedley beach! Reedley beach has like caves and jungle type path ways of bamboo trees! anyways, he pulled out a stick of bamboo from the roots and i was wondering do i need to put it in water first or can i go ahead and just plant it. how can i plant it? i love bamboo and would love to have it in my backyard!help please!

Bamboo planting?
Careful- it spreads like crazy and it can cause problems. I have heard about it causing damage to underground pipes. Usually people purchase a bamboo barrier to prevent it from spreading.


http://www.wikihow.com/Install-a-Bamboo-...
Reply:I have never met a person who planted bamboo in their yard and was not eventually sorry for having done so.


Keep it in a pot. A very big pot.


You said, "from the roots", so I am assuming it already has roots. Put in a pot with any soil, keep it moist for a week, and it will grow. And grow. And grow some more.


You can pluck the new shoots, peel and slice them, and use them in stir-fry.


There is a whole world out there full of bamboo lovers. As for me, I put it in the same category as blackberries and mint. Invasive.
Reply:Not knowing what kind of bamboo it is, people cant say its invasive. There are hundreds of species of bamboo that grow in clumps and are not invasive at all!!





If the cane's rhizones where exposed to air for more than a few hours it will probably die. My suggestion is to go to a nursery and get some nice clumping bamboo for your area and you dont ahe to worry about pots or barriers





Please people, know your bamboo before you answer bamboo questions
Reply:its true that most bamboo is invasive. I buried 2 x 8 boards around it to keep it contained. It roots in water, you've seen the vases around , I'm sure. If it already has roots it can be planted, it you want more of it, make cuttings from the bamboo you have.

Bamboo forest?

Hey. Our neighbor has a bamboo forest growing in her back yard, and some of it is spreading into ours. (5 stalks) I would like to know how to grow a bamboo forest myself and how rapidly it grows, how to make pathways through it, and basically all there is to know about growing bamboo. if you know any good sites or have a bamboo forest yourself, I'd appreciate your answers.





God bless,


Orenda

Bamboo forest?
http://www.bamboos.com/


http://www.mastergardenproducts.com/gard...


http://www.bamboonursery.com/maintenance...


http://www.americanbamboo.org/index.html





Those should get you started. Bamboo is actually a grass and it can (under the right conditions) grow feet a day. Most take a season to take but flourish afterwards.





Hope it helps.
Reply:We have a bamboo forest that spread from an adjoining pasture. Right now we are trying to figure out how to stop it because it has encroached on our yard and is growing in a flower bed next to our patio. It seems to grow faster once any of the plants are cut. A few years ago the boys cut some of the old growth bamboo (which can get to about 2-21/2 inches in diameter or more) and that seems to have set it off growing in our direction. The stuff can grow a foot a day and puts out runners from the main root which grow out vertically. They put out shoots and runners and it just keeps growing like a Hydra's head. I've heard the only way to stop it is to plow up the roots or build a barrier to keep the roots from spreading. But you have to use some kind of material that the roots can punch through, heavy plastic or concrete or something like that, and it has to be sunk in the soil for a depth of about 24-30", according to one newspaper article I've read. That may be real reason why the Great Wall of China was built!
Reply:Bamboo is heading the list of one of the most invasive, destructive plants in the US. The bamboo chokes out all native plants around it and as you can see, it creeps. It's creeping habit is what is making it so invasive. It eliminates anything in its path. A bamboo forest may seem like cool thing but it is terrible for our ecosystem. We don't have native panda bears to eat the suckers.
Reply:Wait until next year. The stuff spreads like a weed when it is watered and fertilized. Water and fertize those than came across and your backyard will look like your neighbors shortly.





My neighbor has some of the stuff along with spider-plants. Between the two, I'll digging up runners in my plant area a few times a year.





http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bamboo
Reply:I hope you really like bamboo because once you have it you have it forever. It grows by runners and it runs everywhere and be warned- rats and other vermin love it!

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Bamboo info?

Hey. Our neighbor has a bamboo forest growing in her back yard, and some of it is spreading into ours. (5 stalks) I would like to know how to grow a bamboo forest myself and how rapidly it grows, how to make pathways through it, and basically all there is to know about growing bamboo. if you know any good sites or have a bamboo forest yourself, I'd appreciate your answers.





God bless,


Orenda

Bamboo info?
http://www.bamboos.com/


http://www.mastergardenproducts.com/gard...


http://www.bamboonursery.com/maintenance...


http://www.americanbamboo.org/index.html





Those should get you started. Bamboo is actually a grass and it can (under the right conditions) grow feet a day. Most take a season to take but flourish afterwards.





Hope it helps.
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The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences





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Bamboo floors and a new baby?!?!?! My wife has always wanted bamboo floors but we wonder if it's "baby tough?"

We are moving into a new house soon and we've always wanted bamboo floors. They are very hard (20% harder than the hardest hardwood flooring) and more water resistant...plus they are earth friendly since bamboo grows like a weed. But we've got a baby coming in a few weeks and I am curious to know if anyone has had any experience with the durability of bamboo in relation to kids (or dogs etc...). Any help would be much appreciated!





Also, how much a square foot was it to install???

Bamboo floors and a new baby?!?!?! My wife has always wanted bamboo floors but we wonder if it's "baby tough?"
I wonder if we'll get our money's worth out of the bamboo when we try to sell the house!!
Reply:We're having some installed next week. You can get it with a coating over it. It's still hardwood and can warp if you let animals urinate on it repeatedly, etc., but it's supposed to be really good at wear and tear. Our's has a 30 year warranty. My husband says it's about $8/sq ft, but I swear I think it cost more than that.





Use rugs. That will help the wear %26amp; tear.
Reply:I would rather have a child on hardwood floors than carpet...The nastiest stuff lives in carpet.I think you will be fine.

Bamboo Plant Expert---need your assistance!?

I have learned that 8 stems of bamboo is considered good luck, I recieved one as a gift from a kewl friend.





I had bought a big vase, and some brown stones, the kind you buy at Pet store for fish tanks, and put the bamboo stems nicely in the vase with cold water--- It's not happy? Partial of the bamboo stems are uneven and even...I am trying to keep the leaves form touching each other.





-- Did I do some thing wrong?





What about if I can seperate the stems in the same vase, would that help? I am wracking my brains to find a neat solution for the 8 bamboo stems to grow flowly with happiness...Hmmmm HELP!

Bamboo Plant Expert---need your assistance!?
Lucky Bamboo should be planted in a pot without soil (rocks and stones are fine). It only requires a few inches of water. Water should be changed once a week. Grow this plant indoors in areas with indirect sunlight. It can thrive in temperatures between 50 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Fertilizer is not necessary. If you wish to encourage extremely fast growth, feed with an indoor fertilizer once a month. You can also use a few drops of "Green Green" fertilizer each time you change the water.
Reply:not an exact science apparrantly











Meaning of Lucky Bamboo Numbers ¡ª Marketing Guide





Ancient Chinese tradition has it that the number of lucky bamboo stalks have different meanings and bring different beneficial factors into your life. The ingredients for a happy life are Happiness, Wealth and Longevity.





We now have several Perfect Combinations for you to choose from. Each one of our Perfect Combinations have a certain number of lucky bamboo stalks, each one with its own meaning and benefit, either for your self or as a gift for someone special.





1. Three (3) stalks of Lucky Bamboo: Bring Fu (Happiness), Lu (Wealth) and Soh (Longevity).


2. Ten (10) stalks of Lucky Bamboo: Complete and perfect.


3. Towers - Better, Promotions, More of the Good Things of Life, Climbing


4. Twenty-one (21) stalks of Lucky Bamboo: To offer very powerful all purpose blessing.


5. Five (5) stalks of Lucky Bamboo: Represent the 5 different parts of life from which wealth spurs from.


6. Six (6) stalks of Lucky Bamboo: Also sounds like "Luck" in Chinese, bringing prosperity and favorable conditions.


7. Seven (7) stalks of Lucky Bamboo: Good health.


8. Eight (8) stalks of Lucky Bamboo: In the Chinese spoken language sounds like "Fah" which means to grow, thrive.


Same tiers tower bamboo has same meaning with above.








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Usually you will buy (or make) this cure with a specific number of stalks, most popular ones being 3 (for Happiness) and 5 (for Health.) Other numbers used in this cure are: 2 (Love %26amp; Marriage, obviously!) and 8 (Wealth.) 9 is considered a very lucky number and is an overall good number for Good Fortune and Happiness.

Anyone have bamboo flooring from Cali Bamboo?

I absolutely love the look of bamboo flooring but have a 3 year old daughter and a dog. I have heard horror stories about bamboo not being as "tough as nails" as some companies advertise. Cali Bamboo (www.calibamboo.com) coats their's with 8 coats UV cured urethane including aluminum oxide. The organic has a Janka rating of 1350 and the fossilized has a rating of 3000. I love the look of the organic, but want it to hold up against kids and dogs. Anyone have any experience with Cali Bamboo and their flooring? The fencing products they carry are uncanny, but the sheer amout of negativity, and almost hostility I've encountered doing online research about the resiliance of bamboo flooring has me concerned. This would be installed in the living room and not prone to humidity, water, rot, excessive light, etc. Thanks!

Anyone have bamboo flooring from Cali Bamboo?
I have sold flooring for 38 years..we currently have 700 sq ft of bamboo installed...we have 3 children and three dogs....best floor we have ever had...no maintenence...no scratches.


Look for "solid" and a glue-down application. do not let anyone "float this floor...or buy an engineered floor...SOLID GLUE-DOWN...trust me!
Reply:Check out strand woven bamboo floors. They are more durable than regular bamboo floors.

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Standard bamboo flooring versus strand woven bamboo flooring? Any opinons?

I have been reading alot about the downsides of bamboo flooring...besides their purported strength people are finding out they dent easily and stratch easier yet. But them I found out some information about Strand Woven Bamboo flooring and seems twice everything that standard bamboo flooring purports to be...anyone have experience with strand woven bamboo flooring (any brand?)????

Standard bamboo flooring versus strand woven bamboo flooring? Any opinons?
Hi, I am a commercial interior designer and we have had a lot of interest in Bamboo floors within the past two years.





There is one major difference between bamboo planks and bamboo woven planks and that is the environment.





All wood dents and scratches easily but it depends on how it is sealed. If you seal Bamboo correctly with a UV and aluminum oxide coating it will perform just like a regular sealed hardwood.





Bamboo woven planks are actual strips of bamboo that are glued together to form planks. The glue factor totally takes away from the environmental aspect of bamboo. Also, the bamboo strand plank uses the same sealant as regular bamboo planks.





When you really compare both products the difference between the two comes down to the appearance of both materials.





Here are two websites that will explain in more detail:





Bamboo Planks:


http://www.teragren.com/why_teragren_flo...





Bamboo Woven Planks:


http://www.bamboomountain.com/flooring_f...

Standard bamboo flooring versus strand woven bamboo flooring????

I have been reading alot about the downsides of bamboo flooring...besides their purported strength people are finding out they dent easily and stratch easier yet. But them I found out some information about Strand Woven Bamboo flooring and seems twice everything that standard bamboo flooring purports to be...anyone have experience with strand woven bamboo flooring (any brand?)????

Standard bamboo flooring versus strand woven bamboo flooring????
Hi, as we know if you use bamboo as strucutre material, it is indeed very strong, like steel, but if you use it as decorating material, it just likes medium wood, such as oak, maple etc.. So, bamboo will be dented and scratched like medium wood.





As we know all bamboo floor now on market is made by "Moso", one species of bamboo, its scientific name is Phyllostachys pubescens, the density of it is about 0.68, but with a different way to use Moso creates strand woven board, the density is about 1.2, so as we see such "heavy" material of course has better property than common bamboo, higher rigidity on surface, more stable in dimension, bigger strength...
Reply:I am not familiar with Strand Woven Bamboo, but I installed about 800 sq/ft of cross cut bamboo in my bedrooms, hallways, and staircase. When first installed we noticed that it dented quite easily, interestingly enough it hardly dents anymore. (or we've just become used to it.) We must have gotten great coating material because I've never seen a scratch.





That said, dents and depressions are not a problem. Experiment in a corner or a piece of scrap to test this procedure. Fold a T-shirt in half and place it on the dent, then set a steam iron on the spot for about a minute or two. The wood will swell in the dent and it literally will look as good as new.
Reply:The biggest difference is that the vertical or horizontal (typical) are the stalk of the bamboo. The strand or top of the bamboo plant is the part I believe that you are inquiring about the woven is a stronger product which is actually made three different ways.The light or standard bamboo color is one, carbonized or the darker and a combination color is the third.The Teragren brand seems to meet the requirements you are looking for.

Bamboo vs. Bamboo Fun?

From what I'm reading, Bamboo Fun lets you manipulate digital images, while the regular Bamboo is more for documents. Are they just trying to sell the Bamboo Fun? Can I still draw with the regular Bamboo? I don't see any reason why I couldn't, I already have Photoshop, I just want to make sure I can use them together :)

Bamboo vs. Bamboo Fun?
I have the Bamboo Fun, the only difference between it and the Bamboo is that the Bamboo Fun comes with comes with the mouse and Photoshop Elements 5 and Painter Essentials 3. I just like how the mouse allows me to go back and forth from pen to mouse. So If you don't already have a wireless mouse, this can be useful.





My friend has the regular Bamboo and I think it is also a good pad. It only comes in one size. The Bamboo Fun comes in small and medium and different colors. Oh and yes, you can sketch with the regular Bamboo too. Since you said you already have Photoshop, maybe you should get the regular Bamboo if you don't mind the size of it and also not having a mouse.





Either way, you'll be getting a great tool for the price. If I had more money i'd definitely want to upgrade to the better wacom intuos though.... but overall this is a good start up tablet for for general use, quick photo touch ups, and drawing things too! :D

Can I cut Bamboo in half and it actually live?

I'm getting a Bamboo plant from a friend. It grows naturally along creeks. The Bamboo itself is 7 feet tall, which is too large for me. I was wondering if I could cut it in half and put it in a pot inside my home without killing it. I have a couple Lucky Bamboo's already and are doing great, but I don't really have to do anything with them besides water. I don't really know that much about Bamboo. I know that I will have to put the new Bamboo in soil, but how do I know what kind of soil? Are there any sites that would explain to me how to care for wild Bamboo in my home? I am concerned that by cutting the Bamboo in half it will kill it, but I don't know for sure. I don't want to kill it, would like for it to stay alive :)

Can I cut Bamboo in half and it actually live?
Hey Misty,





There are thousands of varieties of Bamboo. You can cut bamboo, and it will continue to grow. Perhaps you should select a variety and order it. Check out the American Bamboo Society and the other web sites below.





The only thing I have seen that actually kills healthy bamboo is Too much water, not enough drainage. (aside from herbicides which are not too effective on running bamboos).





There are 2 general types of bamboos, running and clumping. Clumping will stay in their proximity. Running will take over an area and keep going, via rhizomes or roots just under the surface of the ground.





Lucky Bamboo is actually not a real bamboo... from Wiki:


Dracaena sanderiana, known as Ribbon Dracaena, lucky bamboo or sometimes Ribbon Plant, is a species of Dracaena, native to Cameroon in tropical west Africa. It is one of a group of small, shrubby species with slender stems and flexible strap-shaped leaves that grow as understory plants in rainforests. It is an upright shrub growing to 1.5 m tall, with leaves 15-25 cm long and 1.5-4 cm broad at the base.





You might like Arrow Bamboo, it is naturally smaller and produces straight culms (like arrows).
Reply:Yes, you can cut it in half and plant the free piece. Just make sure that one of the nubs on the side is below the soil level. That's what will sprout the roots. Keep the soil moist at all times (don't let it dry out) until shoots start growing from the nubs above the soil. Don't be surprised, though, if it takes several months for the bamboo to grow shoots.





Last year, my neighbor had his bamboo trimmed. The tree guy cut off 10-foot sections and cut them into about 3-foot sections. I asked him what he was going to do with them and he said he plants them in pots to grow new bamboo plants. The process described above is what he told me works for him.
Reply:Cut it and put it in water until it sprouts roots. Change the water every two days. Should take about two weeks to develope enough roots to transplant in soil.
Reply:When you cut it, let the end dry so it doesn't start to rot when you pot it up in a good potting soil. It can get very large so be prepared to move it out of doors or repot it often.





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Growing Bamboo in Seattle/Everett area?

Hello. I am wondering if it would be possible to grow bamboo in the Everett/Seattle, WA area. I am planning on buying a house there and just wondering if this would be possible.





A few of my questions would be...





What type of bamboo would grow there? What species name?


Where would be the place to aquire the seeds to grow the bamboo?


What is matienance like for "non running bamboo"?





And, I would like to be told of only bamboo species that can grow there if any that are non running bamboo.





Thank you,





Bob

Growing Bamboo in Seattle/Everett area?
Hi Bob!





Most certainly you can grow bamboo in the Seattle area! You have many choices to choose from, with the most common being running bamboos in the Phyllostachys family. These can be invasive in a residential neighborhood if not properly contained, so that is highly recommended.





You also can plant many of the mountain clumpers, such as those in the Fargesia family. These are not invasive, but will grow outward slowly till it reaches the natural diameter for that type. The only maintenance would be standard fertilizing, watering and pruning if desired.





As for bamboo seeds, they are hard to come by in the US, and seedlings take much longer to reach a usable size then purchasing potted or field grown divisions.





There are numerous bamboo retailers in the Seattle area. I googled bamboo + Seattle and found many right away that should have exactly what you need! Here's a couple to get you started...





http://www.bamboogardenswa.com/


http://www.bamboogardener.com/
Reply:go to a good nursery they would be the best ones to tell if it will grow the only kind of bamboo is what is called clumping bamboo any other kind is too invasive
Reply:Seattle is actually a great place to grow bamboo. There is a GREAT nursery outside of Portland (www.bamboogarden.com) that has plenty of varieties that will grow in the area. Although runners are invasive they fill in nicely and can be controlled fairly easily. All the info you'll need will be at the site.

BAMBOO PRODUCTS: Does anybody have any good ideas for things that could be made out of bamboo?

I'm trying to get opinions from people for things of which they think bamboo would make a good substitute in place of wood.





FYI: Bamboo is actually a grass and grows right back up through where it was cut so therefor it doesn't need to be replanted and it grows back completely within 3 years. Using bamboo helps replace wood that might otherwise be coming from our precious Rain Forests.





Products already known and being made include: cutting boards, plywood, veneer, counter tops, picture frames, stair parts, flooring, paneling and moulding.





I need ideas of things practical and fairly easy to produce. I, myself, can recall from time to time throughout my daily life of times where I've thought, "wouldn't it be great if they made this or that or what if this could be made with something more environmentally-friendly?" Bamboo is extremely strong. Stronger than a lot of wood types. So I'm asking if anybody here has had those same thoughts and has any ideas for bamboo. Thank You! :)

BAMBOO PRODUCTS: Does anybody have any good ideas for things that could be made out of bamboo?
oh man! I love working with bamboo. It's stronger than aluminum and weighs slightly less.





I've made furniture (no brainer)


jewelry (cut the stalks into small sections that I can make into rings)


cups (get thicker bamboo and cut it and treat it)


shot glasses


silverware


lampposts


fountain pens


bookshelves


...I mean really the list goes on forever





Good luck!
Reply:there is at least one person making bicycle frames from bamboo and hemp. in fact bamboo can be used to replace aluminum, and even steel in a few applications.
Reply:Beds and tables or fuel
Reply:firewood
Reply:1000 things you can make with bamboo
Reply:Figure out how to make fuel out of it and you will be very well off
Reply:GREAT QUESTION! this is a really good idea......





-Furniture:


.....chairs, lamps, couches, tables, fan blades, etc.





-Window fixtures:


..... like blinds and "plantation-style" shutters





-Houses


..... using bamboo framing instead of conventional wood, and railings and other house components out of bamboo,





-Possible Paper?


.......... could possible derive paper products from bamboo, but that may take some work
Reply:Bamboo fibers are being used in textiles, too. I've seen cloth and paper.


You could solve a lot of industrial questions with bamboo...


find a way to replace plastic bags with bamboo ones?


switchgrass and corn can be made into fuel, why not bamboo?


can you make a bamboo sponge?


if you smash it up you could use it like clay and build all sorts of things?
Reply:I have yet to see bamboo used to make arches for growing plants up in the garden. That would be brilliant as they would be so lightweight. Could you make those? I have seen it used for an alternative to log edging and as trellis panels but I am sure it could be used for other things in the garden. Could it be used as a hanging basket liner if it were shredded? To replace garden string?


What would be really good would be square grids that could be used to grow clematis up a fence. At the moment I use wire fencing with large holes or plastic neither of which are particularly attractive!

Wacom Bamboo observation... correct?

I've been researching about the wacom bamboo tablet(s) ... and trying to figure the difference between bamboo and bamboo fun... finally i came up with;;


1.) bamboo does not come with a mouse unlike bamboo fun


2.) there's an eraser on the pen of bamboo fun and not bamboo





am i correct? is those the only two differences? if there are more differences please comment them. (:

Wacom Bamboo observation... correct?
The primary difference between the Bamboo and Bamboo Fun is the inclusion of a mouse on the latter, and more importantly, the addition of an eraser on the pen, making it easy to correct adjustments on the fly. The Bamboo Fun is also available in two sizes, with a 4x6 and 6x8 version. The standard Bamboo is available in 4x6 only. Extra colors, silver, white and blue are also options, compared to the vanilla Bamboo's only option of black.

Bamboo Charcoal Products Supplies (Japanese)?

Bamboo charcoal products which varies from TAKETARO Quality Bamboo Charcoal Products: Bamboo Charcoal Packs,Bamboo Charcoal Bedding Products,


Sliced Bamboo Charcoal Packs,Bamboo Charcoal Soap,Bamboo Charcoal Bath Packs,Bamboo Charcoal Soft Toys,Bamboo Charcoal Gifts..etc





http://www.mtmeru.com/bamboo-charcoal/in...

Bamboo Charcoal Products Supplies (Japanese)?
Sounds like Bamboo charcoal works well for cooking at high temperature.
Reply:This seems like an ad.

flowers and gifts

Bamboo????

I'm trying to weave bamboo into many designs......


First I need bamboo......





Please list as many types of GREEN BAMBOO, THAT GROWS SIX FEET OR TALLER, THAT I CAN WEAVE......

Bamboo????
break out the weed eater!!!! now before its too late!!!

Bamboo?????

Is it possible to grow a fairly medium large bamboo plant in my house?

Bamboo?????
I wouldn't have though so as they are outdoor plants. I think it would be too warm in the house to grow them.
Reply:Not true. Check this site for a list of indoors bamboo: http://bambooworld.com/questio... Report It

Reply:grows like a weeeeed, will be through your ceiling in no time!
Reply:If it is for the outside, choose carefully 'cos they can spread like wildfire, and difficult to get rid of.
Reply:i spose but id say youd have to keep it cool kinda damp for it to stay alive. i should no mine died because i had it in the sun in my bedroom but now i have another one and its in shade constanly and its still going great.though it depends where u want to put it
Reply:I don;t see why not. I would not suggest that you plant it in a room directly below your toilet, it grows quick-quick.

Bamboo??? .?

My mother just bought a bamboo plant. I was wondering if there is any way to cut off part of the plant and make a new plant if so how

Bamboo??? .?
Here's everything you'll need to know:





http://www.jmbamboo.com/propagating.htm
Reply:The bamboo that grows wild here along streams and rivers is very difficult to propagate. The only way I have found is transplanting the root ball in a large clump of soil IN THE COLDEST WINTER WEATHER! I have found no other way of propigation but it will put out sub soil 'runneres' and spread rapidly when conditions are right and can be a pest if not carefuly controled.


































































































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