How long does bamboo last?
It depends on the species of bamboo, how it was harvested and cured, how it is used and local conditions. We use superior species for all our products. Species used depends on the function it will serve. For instance Moso is great where straight large diameter structural bamboo is required. On the other hand, Henonis cracks easily, but its wood is very dense and hard, so it is used as strips in fences or table tops. All our bamboo is at least 3 years old when harvested, the minimum for stregth and duability. It is also cured properly, the method used dependant upon its final use. Bamboo may weather, crack and change colour with age. All products are designed so that this ageing will not affect its structural integrity. Durability: Fences: 8-15 years. The main damaging factor is the sun, so fences with full all day sun will deteriorate sooner. All exterior bamboo weathers to a silver grey similar to timber. Once this happens it becomes more porous, enabling varnish to penetrate, somethi
