Bamboo: renewable, naturally occurring material

Pros/cons:

• Eco-friendly

• Adds warmth to your space

• Has antibacterial properties

• It is easily stained, scratched and nicked

• Stains cannot be removed from washing, need to sand and reseal

• Not heat resistant

• Ability to refinish by sanding and resealing

• Requires sealant, like mineral oil, beeswax or tung oil

• Not water resistant and moisture can warp it, so be careful near the sink especially (consider multiple applications of sealant to avoid water damage)

• Limited color options

  
  

How to care and maintain bamboo:

• Wipe with a damp cloth and sponge

• Use an all-purpose, non-abrasive cleaner

• Do not use harsh chemicals or ammonia

• Wipe spills up quickly to avoid staining

• Mineral oil and beeswax are best sealants for bamboo

• Tung oil is another sealant, but derived from nuts so could cause an allergic reaction

• Apply sealant once/month

• When applying sealant, follow the grains of the bamboo