Types and colors
Types and colours
Colours
Of itself, bamboo is light-coloured. This shade is called 'natural'.
As all other plants, bamboo contains natural sugars.
By steaming the slats, the sugars are caramelized.
This turns the bamboo into a darker, and warmer colour: 'caramel'.
By a longer or shorter caramelization process various shades are produced.
No colourings or other additions are used.
It is a completely natural process.
The colours are often named for the wood the caramelized bamboo is resembling.
It is customary to use the English term here: oak, walnut, etc.
Bamboo boards in which slats of various colours have been used, are called 'forest'.
Massive bamboo is a board material, that is produced by gluing or pressing strips of bamboo on top of each other. The material has a number of distinctive characteristics. First of all, it's beautiful to look at.
And furthermore, it's:
available in various colours and structures
strong and tough
virtually maintenance free
sustainable and eco-friendly
See page Massive bamboo for more information.
Bamboo is the conscious choice for the modern engaged consumer, who wants to combine quality with good taste and an ecological buying pattern.
Not familiar with bamboo? We make test samples of scrap materials, and finish these samples in the same ways as our furniture.
If you would like to know more about the processing of bamboo, go to this site...
Bamboo...Production
Would you like to see and feel a sample/samples?
Do you have any questions or requests regarding bamboo, its finish or otherwise?
Please send an email to paul@bloooms.nl.
no. 1: traditional bamboo caramel horizontal.
Nr. 2: Of itself, bamboo is light-coloured. This shade is called 'natural'.
This sample consists of traditionally glued bamboo, the pattern is horizontal, and the colour is natural.
No. 3: Traditionally glued, pattern vertical, colour natural.
No. 4: Traditionally glued, pattern end-grain (endings of the bamboo), colour caramel.
No. 5: Pressed bamboo, colour natural (oak).
No. 6: Pressed bamboo, colour dark caramel (walnut).
No. 7: Pressed bamboo, colour natural and dark caramel (forest).
Specifications & experiences
Pleasant work top
Since bamboo actually is a grass fibber, it has a much finer structure than most types of wood. Because of this, the surface is by nature already tough and smooth.
It is virtually scratch free. In short, an ideal work top for work desks and dining tables alike.
Virtually maintenance free
Bloooms finishes the bamboo with a natural oil.
This forms a molecular bonding with the wood, resulting in an extremely dense and durable layer. This layer is not on the wood, as with paint or varnish, but becomes a part of it.
Therefore it is extremely resistant to wear.
The treated bamboo is also excellently resistant against moisture. Stains on the table are hardly an issue.
They do not arise, or they will go away by themselves, even if the table is wiped off hours later.
Specifications for traditionally glued bamboo
Finish: Satin
Transparency: 0.00%
Structure: Closed
Temperature: Warm
Hardness: Hard
Acoustics: Medium
Odour: None
Fire retardant: Unknown
Scratch resistance: Good
Chemical resistance: Good
Fit for recycling: Yes
Weight density:
1 layer bamboo 20 mm:
5.85
5 layer bamboo 20 mm:
6.75
Finish: Rubio monocoat oil
Water free and VOC-free
Rubio Monocoat Oil Plus does not contain water or organic solvents.
The product mainly consists of natural ingredients.
The technology: colours and protects through molecular bonding
Rubio Monocoat Oil Plus adheres with the uppermost microns of the wood, through molecular bonding with the fibres (no film forming, no saturation method).
Through the molecular bonding a long-lasting and durable protection is achieved.
The method word assessing the resistance against wear is based on the NEN 2072 Prefabricated laminated parquet - Methods of test and inspection.
The resistance to water is determined according NEN-EN 13442.
Pleasant work top
Since bamboo actually is a grass fibber, it has a much finer structure than most types of wood. Because of this, the surface is by nature already tough and smooth. It is virtually scratch free. In short, an ideal work top for work desks and dining tables alike.
Virtually maintenance free
Bloooms finishes the bamboo with a natural oil. This forms a molecular bonding with the wood, resulting in an extremely dense and durable layer. This layer is not on the wood, as with paint or varnish, but becomes a part of it. Therefore it is extremely resistant to wear.
The treated bamboo is also excellently resistant against moisture. Stains on
Care:
Traditionally glued bamboo requires little to no care.
It absorbs in water circles in limited amounts.
Do not let acids (wine and vinegar) stain.
After 1 hour
After 6 hours
After 24 hours
Wine
5
5
5
Cola
5
5
5
Coffee
5
5
4
Tea
5
5
5
Water
5
5
5
Olive oil
5
5
5
Milk
5
5
5
Urine
5
4
4
Vinegar
5
4
4
Lemon juice
5
5
4
Lamp oil
5
5
5
Acetone
4
4
4
Alcohol marker Remove with acetone
1. Superficial damaging and/or blistering.
2. Serious impact on the colour and/or shine.
3. Moderate impact on the colour and/or shine.
4. Light impact on the colour and/or shine.
5. No visible impact.
The stain test was executed 2 months after applying the Monocoat Oil on oak.
The products were evaluated on impact at 1hr, 6hrs, and 24hrs.
(source: Rubio monocoat)
Printable version: specifications trad bamb.pdf
During the production of traditionally glued bamboo a water based glue is used.
In addition, the complete production process is environmentally friendly.
No glue is being used, and no artificials are being added.
Employees work at regular hours (7 hours a day).
More information in www.bloooms...bamboo......production.
Printable specifications:
Specifications: pressed bamboo (oak, walnut, forest)
Finish
Satin
Transparency
0.00%
Structure
Closed
Temperature
Warm
Hardness
Very hard
Acoustics
Medium
Odour
None
Fire retardant
Unknown
Scratch resistance
Very good
Weight density
25 mm thickness: 10.88
Chemical resistance
Good
Fit for recycling
Yes
Finish:
Brand: Rubio monocoat
Water free and VOC-free
Does not contain water or organic solvents.
The product mainly consists of natural ingredients.‑{}‑
The technology: colours and protects through molecular bonding
This oil adheres to the uppermost microns of the wood, through molecular bonding with the fibres (no film forming, no saturation method).
The usage is therefore much lower than with a traditional system.
Durable protection
Through the molecular bonding a sustainable and solid protection is achieved.
To achieve this molecular bonding, it is important to respect the processing time, several minutes. The better the fibres are bonded, the stronger the protection.
The method word assessing the resistance against wear is based on the NEN 2072 Prefabricated laminated parquet - Methods of test and inspection.
The resistance to water is determined according NEN-EN 13442.
Care:
Pressed bamboo requires little to no care. It absorbs water circles extremely well. It is very resistant against wear.
Finish:
Rubio monocoat:
Water free and VOC free Rubio Monocoat Oil Plus does not contain water or organic solvents. The product mainly consists of natural ingredients.
The technology: colours and protects through molecular bonding
Rubio Monocoat Oil Plus adheres to the uppermost microns of the wood, through a molecular bonding with the fibres (no film forming, no saturation method). The usage is therefore much lower than with a traditional system.
Durable protection Through the molecular bonding a sustainable and solid protection is achieved. To achieve this molecular bonding, it is important to respect the processing time, several minutes. The better the fibres are bonded, the stronger the protection. The method word assessing the resistance against wear is based on the NEN 2072 Prefabricated laminated parquet - Methods of test and inspection. The resistance to water is determined according NEN-EN 13442.
HYPERLINK "http://bloooms.nl/download_file.php?file=specifications pressed bamboo indd.pdf" specifications pressed bamboo.pdf
I gladly invite customers to share their experiences with my product.
I am happy with the positive reactions, the less positive ones are something for me to work on.
Hello Paul,
The table is doing really fine.
That oil truly is miracle stuff.
Whatever we spill on it: coffee, wine, grease, etc.: we'll wipe off the table with water and glassex or something like that.
Firs a stain/ dark spot will appear, but after a while it will disappear.
The table still looks brand new.
It's a good idea to sell the oil separately.
In due time our table will probably need another layer. I'll come visit you when that's the case.
Best wishes from Stieneke
For our products I have proprietary maintenance materials on sale, such as soap.
An advantage of this soap is that it will leave the oil intact.
Colours
Of itself, bamboo is light-coloured. This shade is called 'natural'.
As all other plants, bamboo contains natural sugars.
By steaming the slats, the sugars are caramelized.
This turns the bamboo into a darker, and warmer colour: 'caramel'.
By a longer or shorter caramelization process various shades are produced.
No colourings or other additions are used.
It is a completely natural process.
The colours are often named for the wood the caramelized bamboo is resembling.
It is customary to use the English term here: oak, walnut, etc.
Bamboo boards in which slats of various colours have been used, are called 'forest'.
Massive bamboo is a board material, that is produced by gluing or pressing strips of bamboo on top of each other. The material has a number of distinctive characteristics. First of all, it's beautiful to look at.
And furthermore, it's:
available in various colours and structures
strong and tough
virtually maintenance free
sustainable and eco-friendly
See page Massive bamboo for more information.
Bamboo is the conscious choice for the modern engaged consumer, who wants to combine quality with good taste and an ecological buying pattern.
Not familiar with bamboo? We make test samples of scrap materials, and finish these samples in the same ways as our furniture.
If you would like to know more about the processing of bamboo, go to this site...
Bamboo...Production
Would you like to see and feel a sample/samples?
Do you have any questions or requests regarding bamboo, its finish or otherwise?
Please send an email to paul@bloooms.nl.
no. 1: traditional bamboo caramel horizontal.
Nr. 2: Of itself, bamboo is light-coloured. This shade is called 'natural'.
This sample consists of traditionally glued bamboo, the pattern is horizontal, and the colour is natural.
No. 3: Traditionally glued, pattern vertical, colour natural.
No. 4: Traditionally glued, pattern end-grain (endings of the bamboo), colour caramel.
No. 5: Pressed bamboo, colour natural (oak).
No. 6: Pressed bamboo, colour dark caramel (walnut).
No. 7: Pressed bamboo, colour natural and dark caramel (forest).
Specifications & experiences
Pleasant work top
Since bamboo actually is a grass fibber, it has a much finer structure than most types of wood. Because of this, the surface is by nature already tough and smooth.
It is virtually scratch free. In short, an ideal work top for work desks and dining tables alike.
Virtually maintenance free
Bloooms finishes the bamboo with a natural oil.
This forms a molecular bonding with the wood, resulting in an extremely dense and durable layer. This layer is not on the wood, as with paint or varnish, but becomes a part of it.
Therefore it is extremely resistant to wear.
The treated bamboo is also excellently resistant against moisture. Stains on the table are hardly an issue.
They do not arise, or they will go away by themselves, even if the table is wiped off hours later.
Specifications for traditionally glued bamboo
Finish: Satin
Transparency: 0.00%
Structure: Closed
Temperature: Warm
Hardness: Hard
Acoustics: Medium
Odour: None
Fire retardant: Unknown
Scratch resistance: Good
Chemical resistance: Good
Fit for recycling: Yes
Weight density:
1 layer bamboo 20 mm:
5.85
5 layer bamboo 20 mm:
6.75
Finish: Rubio monocoat oil
Water free and VOC-free
Rubio Monocoat Oil Plus does not contain water or organic solvents.
The product mainly consists of natural ingredients.
The technology: colours and protects through molecular bonding
Rubio Monocoat Oil Plus adheres with the uppermost microns of the wood, through molecular bonding with the fibres (no film forming, no saturation method).
Through the molecular bonding a long-lasting and durable protection is achieved.
The method word assessing the resistance against wear is based on the NEN 2072 Prefabricated laminated parquet - Methods of test and inspection.
The resistance to water is determined according NEN-EN 13442.
Pleasant work top
Since bamboo actually is a grass fibber, it has a much finer structure than most types of wood. Because of this, the surface is by nature already tough and smooth. It is virtually scratch free. In short, an ideal work top for work desks and dining tables alike.
Virtually maintenance free
Bloooms finishes the bamboo with a natural oil. This forms a molecular bonding with the wood, resulting in an extremely dense and durable layer. This layer is not on the wood, as with paint or varnish, but becomes a part of it. Therefore it is extremely resistant to wear.
The treated bamboo is also excellently resistant against moisture. Stains on
Care:
Traditionally glued bamboo requires little to no care.
It absorbs in water circles in limited amounts.
Do not let acids (wine and vinegar) stain.
After 1 hour
After 6 hours
After 24 hours
Wine
5
5
5
Cola
5
5
5
Coffee
5
5
4
Tea
5
5
5
Water
5
5
5
Olive oil
5
5
5
Milk
5
5
5
Urine
5
4
4
Vinegar
5
4
4
Lemon juice
5
5
4
Lamp oil
5
5
5
Acetone
4
4
4
Alcohol marker Remove with acetone
1. Superficial damaging and/or blistering.
2. Serious impact on the colour and/or shine.
3. Moderate impact on the colour and/or shine.
4. Light impact on the colour and/or shine.
5. No visible impact.
The stain test was executed 2 months after applying the Monocoat Oil on oak.
The products were evaluated on impact at 1hr, 6hrs, and 24hrs.
(source: Rubio monocoat)
Printable version: specifications trad bamb.pdf
During the production of traditionally glued bamboo a water based glue is used.
In addition, the complete production process is environmentally friendly.
No glue is being used, and no artificials are being added.
Employees work at regular hours (7 hours a day).
More information in www.bloooms...bamboo......production.
Printable specifications:
Specifications: pressed bamboo (oak, walnut, forest)
Finish
Satin
Transparency
0.00%
Structure
Closed
Temperature
Warm
Hardness
Very hard
Acoustics
Medium
Odour
None
Fire retardant
Unknown
Scratch resistance
Very good
Weight density
25 mm thickness: 10.88
Chemical resistance
Good
Fit for recycling
Yes
Finish:
Brand: Rubio monocoat
Water free and VOC-free
Does not contain water or organic solvents.
The product mainly consists of natural ingredients.‑{}‑
The technology: colours and protects through molecular bonding
This oil adheres to the uppermost microns of the wood, through molecular bonding with the fibres (no film forming, no saturation method).
The usage is therefore much lower than with a traditional system.
Durable protection
Through the molecular bonding a sustainable and solid protection is achieved.
To achieve this molecular bonding, it is important to respect the processing time, several minutes. The better the fibres are bonded, the stronger the protection.
The method word assessing the resistance against wear is based on the NEN 2072 Prefabricated laminated parquet - Methods of test and inspection.
The resistance to water is determined according NEN-EN 13442.
Care:
Pressed bamboo requires little to no care. It absorbs water circles extremely well. It is very resistant against wear.
Finish:
Rubio monocoat:
Water free and VOC free Rubio Monocoat Oil Plus does not contain water or organic solvents. The product mainly consists of natural ingredients.
The technology: colours and protects through molecular bonding
Rubio Monocoat Oil Plus adheres to the uppermost microns of the wood, through a molecular bonding with the fibres (no film forming, no saturation method). The usage is therefore much lower than with a traditional system.
Durable protection Through the molecular bonding a sustainable and solid protection is achieved. To achieve this molecular bonding, it is important to respect the processing time, several minutes. The better the fibres are bonded, the stronger the protection. The method word assessing the resistance against wear is based on the NEN 2072 Prefabricated laminated parquet - Methods of test and inspection. The resistance to water is determined according NEN-EN 13442.
HYPERLINK "http://bloooms.nl/download_file.php?file=specifications pressed bamboo indd.pdf" specifications pressed bamboo.pdf
I gladly invite customers to share their experiences with my product.
I am happy with the positive reactions, the less positive ones are something for me to work on.
Hello Paul,
The table is doing really fine.
That oil truly is miracle stuff.
Whatever we spill on it: coffee, wine, grease, etc.: we'll wipe off the table with water and glassex or something like that.
Firs a stain/ dark spot will appear, but after a while it will disappear.
The table still looks brand new.
It's a good idea to sell the oil separately.
In due time our table will probably need another layer. I'll come visit you when that's the case.
Best wishes from Stieneke
For our products I have proprietary maintenance materials on sale, such as soap.
An advantage of this soap is that it will leave the oil intact.