Panda bamboo is finished with a highly durable and anti-scratch topcoat by "Klumpp", a German varnish, which has an aluminium oxide coating. All adhesives used are by Dyno of Norway and are formaldehyde-free, which conforms to EU regulations. All cutting work is by the German Wenig molder, which is the most advanced and precise molder to work on floorings.

Methods of laying Panda Bamboo Flooring
The floor area that is going to be covered must be level, clean and dry, check moisture levels on newly laid concrete floors. Make sure that there are no particles left in this area. Bamboo is a natural product and as such needs to be put in the area that it is to lay for 7 days to acclimatise.

This acclimatisation should involve unpacking and stacking the product and ensuring it receives plenty of ventillation. Ideally, it should be subjected to periods of both warm and cool temperatures, the former in the daytime (by leaving a window open) and the latter at night (via central heating).

If unsure of any of the above please call us on 0116 2414816 for further advice.
There may be slight variations in colour so it is advisable to check and sort so that any difference in the shades may be put together.

Floating Floor System
This is the most common method of laying Bamboo Flooring. It entails laying the bamboo over a membrane or an underfelt soundproofing. We recommend Timbermate by Duralay. This acts as a support & cushioning, noise absorbent, and a moisture barrier. Other underlays or membranes can be bought from most of the DIY sheds. Once you have made sure that the floor is clean, dry, level, and has been fully acclimatised, and you have laid out your choice of underlay, you are ready to glue the tongue and groove sections of the board, do not glue the underside of the board. For best results a rubber-based glue is recommended, if unavailable PVA glue such as Evo-stik waterproof adhesive will be sufficient. Usually the boards are laid along the length of the room towards the natural light.

Nail or Screw Down Method
Nailing to floorboards, battens, or onto a wooden sub-base is another popular method of laying Panda Bamboo Flooring. Once you have established a perfect laying surface you are ready to lay the bamboo boards. Secret nail or use stainless screws through the tongue part of the board. If screws are used it is advisable to drill small holes at 45 decree angles through the tongue part of the board. We suggest every third row for nailing or screwing; three nails or screws per board will be sufficient. An adhesive should also be applied to the tongue and groove part of the boards for extra sealing. On both of the above methods we recommend leaving an expansion gap of 10 mm.

Underfloor Heating Bamboo is suitable for laying onto a floor that has underfloor heating. Please telephone Panda Bamboo Flooring for instructions and which type of bamboo is suitable. Maintenance of Panda Flooring Vacuum any loose dust particles or grit from the floor, then wipe with a damp cloth or mop. A quick final wipe with a shammy leather or similar type mop to remove smires. No need to polish.

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