The exotic allure of bamboo has long pleased the eyes with its towering beauty. And if you are fortunate to be near a stand of bamboo on a breezy day, you will enjoy hearing the movement of the branches make the sound of an old, creaking wooden boat.

No longer just to enjoy outdoors, highly versatile bamboo is becoming commonplace indoors, too.  And you will see why it is smart to bring bamboo into your home.

Since bamboo is the fastest growing of the woody plants, it is eco friendly and highly sustainable. After harvest, new growth appears very quickly from underground rhizomes and is again ready for harvest in 5-7 years. Much quicker than the 50 – 100 years that hardwoods need!

The first smart way to use bamboo is to expand on the idea of bamboo flooring, which has been used for some time, and move into the kitchen. Bamboo is now being used for kitchen cabinetry, counter tops, cutting boards and utensils. Surprisingly, bamboo is 15% stronger than maple, and much less expensive.

Secondly, bamboo is moving into the bathroom. Bamboo is naturally anti-fungal and anti-bacterial. Fibers made from this amazing plant retain those qualities. This makes them ideal for bath towels, bath mats, shower curtains, robes and even slippers.

And finally, bamboo sheets are a sprouting up on our beds and are softer and more luxurious than silk. The weave is strong, absorbent, free of irritants and long lasting. Super comfortable bed linens encourage good sleep and sweet dreams!

Bamboo fibers are also used to make clothing that wicks away moisture and adapts for winter or summer wear.

Enjoy the beauty of bamboo indoors as well as outdoors. You will be doing a good thing for yourself and our planet.

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