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The bamboo tree can already be harvested within 1 to 5 years since the tree was planted. If you compare it to an oak tree, it takes up to 40-50 years before they are ready to be harvested. Also, bamboo does not require replanting, after it is harvested it will grow a new shoot from the existing root.

Bamboo trees can grow everywhere and on top that, it grows incredibly fast without the help of either fertilizers or plant protection products. It can grow from 20cm to 1 meter per day, depending on the species and surroundings. In the tropical or subtropical parts of the world, it grows 1 meter a day. Due to the fast growth, Bamboo releases 35 % more oxygen than most of the typical wood types, which contributes to a positive environmental effect on the reduction of the Co2.

The hardness of wood is measured on the Brinell scale. The hardness of other trees such as ash, oak and beech trees is between 3,4 and 3,7 compared to the bamboo hardness which is on 4,7 and is significantly higher. Because of this, it is very popular to use furniture, due to it being a very hardwearing material. 

The production of bamboo also contributes to a lot of job opportunities for people in less developed countries.

Bamboo is an incredibly durable material and harder than traditional wood types. They are therefore suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Because bamboo is a natural material, it requires care in order to preserve its beautiful colour and textures.

Untreated bamboo furniture used outdoors will eventually be marked by nature’s dirt, which can lead to the beautiful yellowish natural colour of bamboo taking on a grey coating. Due to this, we recommend that you wash the furniture before every season and a few times during. It is important that you wash the furniture with soap intended for bamboo, but be aware to not use too much water. You will get the best results if you wash your furniture on a sunny day, although you do not want to place your furniture in direct sunlight. After washing apply oil or wood protection, this will make your bamboo look nice longer.

Keep your bamboo furniture indoors throughout the winter and during wet months and generally avoid allowing your bamboo furniture to stand outdoors in direct sun or rain.