Bamboo (Carbonized/Natural mix)
Phyllostachys edulis · Bamboo
- Type
- Bamboo
- Origin
- Native to China and East Asia; widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions.
- Hardness
- 1,180 to 1,380 lbf (Medium to Hard, depending on processing)
- Durability
- Moderately Durable; high susceptibility to moisture and mold if not sealed, but naturally resistant to some insects due to high silica content.
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Grain Pattern
Straight, parallel fibers with characteristic horizontal knuckles or nodes (culm segments) visible in the flat-grain lamination.
Color & Appearance
Pale yellow to light tan; the honey-amber tones indicate carbonization (heat treatment). It has uniform luster and typically darkens slightly with UV exposure.
Hardness (Janka)
1,180 to 1,380 lbf (Medium to Hard, depending on processing)
Durability & Decay Resistance
Moderately Durable; high susceptibility to moisture and mold if not sealed, but naturally resistant to some insects due to high silica content.
Value & Sustainability
- Estimated Market Value
- $3.00 - $6.00 per board foot equivalent (often sold as pre-fabricated panels)
- Wood Age Estimate
- Modern manufacture, likely less than 5-10 years old based on the surface condition and contemporary lamination style.
- Sustainability Status
- Highly Sustainable; rapid growth cycle (3-5 years to harvest), not CITES listed, widely available with FSC certification.
Common Uses
Flooring, cutting boards, cabinetry, furniture, and kitchenware.
Geographic Origin
Native to China and East Asia; widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions.
Workability
Fair to Good; tends to splinter or 'fuzz' when cross-cutting. It glues very well but can dull blades quickly due to high silica content.
Finish Recommendations
Polyurethane or lacquer for flooring; mineral oil and beeswax for food-contact surfaces like cutting boards.
Notable Features
Not technically a wood but a grass; contains high silica; very dimensionally stable when laminated; light 'grassy' scent when cut.
