The bamboo revolution
As you read this text, our highland bamboo is growing almost an inch again. In 24 hours, it will be one meter higher again.
While many talk about sustainability, the future is growing for us. Literally. At a speed of up to one meter per day. And a strength that rivals even steel.
The benefits of bamboo as a building material
In 30 years, we have developed a material that sets new standards in many areas:
Unbeatable hardness
- Durability class 1 (highest level)
- UV-resistant
- Resistant to insects and fungi
- 25+ years lifespan
Minimal effort
- Minimal maintenance
- Easy cleaning
- No special tools required
- Professional care products available
| property | AMBOOO bamboo | WPC | tropical wood | Douglas fir | Bangkirai |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness (Brinell) | 9.7 | 4.0-6.0 | 4.0-7.0 | 4.0 | 6.3 |
| lifetime | 25+ years | 15-25 years | 20+ years | 25+ years | 15-25 years |
| regeneration time | 5 years | - | 80-100 years | 20-30 years | 80-100 years |
| maintenance costs | Gering | medium | Hoch | Gering | medium |
| dimensional stability | Very high | medium | Gering | Hoch | Gering |
Out of time? Quite the opposite!
What was considered the secret of Asian architecture for centuries is now setting new standards in modern construction:
- While a tree takes 80 years to grow, bamboo shoots up in just a few years
- While felled trees are lost forever, bamboo grows back from the same root over and over again
- While wood loses stability over the years, our processed bamboo even exceeds the hardness of oak
With AMBOOO, we combine thousands of years of knowledge with cutting-edge technology.
The result: decking boards, façade systems, barn planks and fences that are not only naturale but also set standards in terms of hardness, durability and aesthetics.
“But bamboo? Really?”
We know that moment. The skeptical look. The raised eyebrow. The hidden doubt.
“Isn't that the soft wood that toothbrushes and breakfast boards are made of? ”
We are familiar with this objection — and this is exactly where it gets exciting:
Our highland bamboo, which we use for our decking, goes through a completely different processing process.
The result? A material that is harder than most tropical woods:
- Our bamboo products reach a Brinell hardness level of 9.7
- By way of comparison, oak comes in at 3.4
- Even high-quality tropical wood lags behind
“But does that last? ”
Our oldest terraces have been in use for over 20 years — from Dubai to Scandinavia. And they are far from the end of their useful life! When properly cared for, your bamboo product is a companion for life.
Thanks to our HCS technology, a material is created that withstands extreme temperatures, high loads and all weathers. Even termites literally bite their teeth out.
From grass to high-tech material
In three decades, we have perfected a technology that sounds like science fiction: Grass is turned into a building material that competes with steel.
The CO2 balance of bamboo
But here's the point that makes bamboo truly revolutionary: the CO2 balance.
A bamboo forest stores up to four times more CO2 than a comparable timber forest. And the best part? After harvesting, the bamboo simply grows back. Without new plantings. No clear-cutting. Without a break.
In concrete terms, this means:
- The plant regenerates itself within 5 years (ready for harvest)
- No deforestation required
- Negative CO2 balance even after transport
- During rapid growth, CO2 is sequestered and oxygen is produced as a "byproduct"
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Bamboo: The ideal choice for challenging and long-lasting construction projects
Bamboo offers exceptional durability and strength that can rival traditional materials. It combines the warmth of wood with entirely new possibilities for processing. It is also easy to maintain, making it ideal for a wide range of applications in construction and gardening.
FAQ
AMBOOO bamboo: The high-tech wonder for your outdoor area
Why AMBOOO when there is so much bamboo on the market? It's simple: Because we not only sell bamboo, but have been selling it for over 30 years of perfecting. While others are still experimenting, we use our specialized HCS procedure Standards in terms of durability and aesthetics.
This makes AMBOOO the market leader for outdoor bamboo:
- Real highland bamboo: Our raw material grows at altitudes of 500 to 1,000 meters. As a result of slower growth in these layers, bamboo develops an extremely high density and natural strength.
- The HCS (High Compression Strand) process: In a precisely balanced process of temperature and time, we remove the sugar from the material. The result? A beautiful caramel shade, maximum resistance to fungi an the highest durability class 1.
- Precision down to the last detail: From optimal pressure of the profiles to finishing with our specially developed in Germany bamboo care oil — we control every ingredient and every step.
- Largest selection of colors on the market: Functionality meets design. We offer you the widest range of colors in the industry and can even implement individual customer solutions upon request.
Natural. Technically superior. Unique.
AMBOOO bamboo products are more than just a building material — they are a highly technical building material that is built to last (or at least for very, very many summers). With 30 years of experience, we know exactly what's in our products so you can sit back and relax.
Bamboo is a super plant because it...
- grows up to 1 meter per day, offering vast resources
- is undemanding in terms of growth and generally requires little water
- absorbs a lot of CO2 while growing rapidly and produces oxygen in the process
- does not die when harvested but sprouts anew
- provides erosion control through its dense root system
- offers socioeconomic benefits, as a source of income in economically disadvantaged regions
- and, due to the longevity of the products, conserves resources
- serves as an alternative to hardwoods and tropical woods
In general, AMBOOO bamboo decking boards offer slip resistance in accordance with DIN 51097 and DIN 51130 - R12. The smooth side of the decking board is even more slip-resistant than the profiled side. With profiled sides, weather or environmental influences, such as rain and frost or pollen, dirt, etc. play a greater role and can become more slippery.
The advantages of the smooth side are easier cleaning and care. Visually, natural, weather-related changes in the material can be more noticeable, but can also be processed faster and better.
Bamboo is more stable in color and grays much more slowly than common types of wood. In addition, the greying of bamboo profiles is much more a superficial “dirt” that does not penetrate deep into the material due to special properties such as density and strength. The look can be maintained by cleaning and care with the special bamboo care oil from AMBOOO.
For stubborn dirt, we recommend cleaning with AMBOOO Cleaner before oiling. If the material has not been cared for a long time, it should be treated or sanded with a silicon carbide broom.
Due to the properties, such as the particularly high density, of our bamboo profiles, a special bamboo care oil has been developed that is tailored to them. The use of wood care oils or cooking oils does not work on bamboo, as they do not bond with the surface structure and do not dry and protect.
AMBOOO care oil is a water-based thin-layer glaze that has been tailored to bamboo over many years of development. Development and production take place in Germany and meet the highest quality standards. The oil not only refreshes the colour, but also protects the material from the elements.
Our bamboo decking boards are extremely durable and outlast many types of wood. Thanks to their high density and dimensional stability, they are exceptionally resistant to weathering and warping. With professional installation and proper care, they can easily exceed their 25-year warranty.
Our bamboo decking boards have the highest possible durability rating of Class 1, according to EN 311/350-2. This durability class signifies a lifespan of over 25 years.
Do you have any further questions?
Feel free to contact us and we will answer any questions you may have