Who wouldn’t dream of a zen, minimalist interior decoration, blending natural wood, ecology, and modernity? Indeed, designers do not lack originality when it comes to creating furniture that meets these criteria.
Scandinavian furniture from the cold countries of northern Europe is a good example, as it is durable in design and renowned for its style. They are made from fir, acacia, pine, or mango wood. Simple, even minimalist, Nordic furniture is known for creating a cosy and warm atmosphere. For more information, I invite you to visit the company’s website bloomingville, an expert in this type of furniture since 2014.
The second style will be the main focus of this article. We will cover the topic of bamboo furniture and accessories. Bamboo is highly valued by decorators and architects because this plant makes its way into every part of our interiors, from floor to ceiling.
Why is bamboo so successful?
In addition to bringing a decidedly exotic touch to your interior, it also has a significant ecological side. Equipped with a complete immune system that allows it to fight insects and fungi, bamboo cultivation does not require the use of pesticides, which is rare enough to be worth noting.
Moreover, bamboo does not need as much water as most plants, 4 times less than cotton, for example. In addition, a bamboo forest can absorb 30% of CO2 and release the same amount in oxygen.
Another advantage : it limits soil erosion and restores them when they are depleted. Finally, its young shoots are edible and rich in potassium, silicon, and vitamin A.
Bamboo is used in many distinct fields: cosmetics, massage, cooking, etc... The list is long and is the subject of many articles on our blog, which I invite you to discover by following the link below
Bamboo, a material of choice.
It is used in the making of decorative objects, kitchen utensils and all kinds of furniture. It should be noted that bamboo is ideal for making floors: more stable than the hardest woods, it can be worked in the same way.
As a surface covering:
A long time ago (300 years before J-C), bamboo was used in construction in Asia, where it grew best. Bamboo canes split or cut into slats or strips were assembled to form parquet flooring, veneer sheets, as well as solid panels.Woven, these strips become durable and easy-to-install wall coverings.
The slats, which come in the form of thin solid rods, are used to cover furniture and decorative objects.
Finally, bamboo is difficult to ignite and stands up very well to temperature fluctuations as well as high levels of humidity.
Bamboo flooring:
Almost indestructible, bamboo flooring is installed like traditional wood floating floors. Its planks click together and are easily fixed using a bead of polyurethane or MS polymer adhesive on a concrete slab or directly on heated floors.
These floors are most often offered oiled, varnished, raw, or UV-treated. This last treatment makes drying and factory lacquering easier.
All these processes provide excellent resistance to impacts and scratches.
In its natural state, bamboo offers a cream beige color. However, the different treatment processes make it possible to vary the shades and colors in order to achieve the perfect match for your furniture and surface coverings.
As for care, oiled flooring can be sanded and revarnished. Your supplier will give you the best advice on the subject. However, for maintaining your bamboo furniture, I invite you to follow the link below ▶▶▶How to care for exotic furniture. Maintenance tips are provided there clearly and precisely.
A Zen garden decoration:
Soothing and relaxing, bamboo is inseparable from the Japanese Zen garden. Indeed, we all picture the same style of garden, perfectly aligned to the millimetre: white pebbles outlining the riverbed, decorated with a bridge lined by small wooden slats. This kind of garden, where time seems to stand still, is the perfect place to meditate. ☘
Thanks to its strength, bamboo makes it possible to create pergolas. The thin canes linked together form flowerbed edging and planter covers to perfect this decidedly "bamboo" decor.
Made with un-split elements, all these elements last around ten years outdoors. However, I advise you to store your garden furniture away in winter.
On the other hand, bar coverings in strips and fences made of split slats will not last more than a season without protection.
Choice lighting:
Bamboo pairs perfectly with rattan and wicker in the design of table lamps, wall sconces, and other lighting fixtures of all kinds. Indeed, the rustic feel of these materials is ideal for creating a cozy atmosphere that brightens and enhances your interior.
Bamboo accessories and utensils:
From wall coverings to flooring and gardens, you can easily imagine that this material also lends itself to tableware and decorative objects of all kinds in your interior.
At Bamboo Home Store, we offer you a selection of 100% bamboo items.
Lighting, office accessories, kitchen, bathroom, and fashion items: come discover our wide range of eco-friendly decorative objects and home accessories.
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DIY bamboo decorations:
For the more creative among you, I invite you to make your own decorative objects.
It is not that complicated to make a bamboo wind chime, candle holder, or lantern.
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