Dream Living – a Sustainable Smart Choice
To determine the eco-impact of a product, every phase of the life cycle should be taken into account. Dream Living® Bamboo Products offer clear sustainability advantages in each phase and are even proven CO2 neutral over the full life cycle.
Growth Phase
Bamboo flooring is a sustainable and eco-friendly choice, thanks to its unique growth and production processes. Bamboo matures within 3-5 years and regenerates naturally after harvesting, making it a renewable resource. Its rapid growth, minimal water, and pesticide requirements, along with high carbon sequestration, contribute to environmental preservation.
During production, mature bamboo is harvested and processed into durable planks. Strips are treated, carbonized, or boiled to enhance durability and achieve desired tones. The material is then kiln-dried, pressed, cut, and finished with protective coatings. Rigorous quality checks ensure each plank meets industry standards.
This combination of fast regeneration and eco-conscious production delivers beautiful, durable flooring that supports a sustainable future.
Production Phase
The production of bamboo flooring transforms raw bamboo into high-quality, durable planks while maintaining its eco-friendly properties. Mature bamboo (3-5 years old) is carefully harvested to ensure sustainability, as the plant naturally regenerates without the need for replanting. The bamboo is then split into strips and treated to remove starch, sugars, and moisture, preventing pest infestations and enhancing durability.
Next, the strips are steamed or boiled to achieve the desired color and texture, with carbonization deepening tones for a richer finish. The treated strips are kiln-dried to eliminate moisture and glued under high pressure to form solid or engineered planks, ensuring strength and stability. These planks are then cut to size, sanded for smoothness, and coated with protective finishes such as UV coatings or stains, enhancing resistance to scratches, moisture, and wear.
Finally, each plank undergoes rigorous quality checks to meet industry standards for durability, appearance, and eco-compliance. This meticulous process delivers stylish, long-lasting bamboo flooring that remains an environmentally responsible choice.
End of Life Phase
The end-of-life phase of bamboo flooring highlights its sustainability and minimal environmental impact, aligning with its eco-friendly lifecycle. Bamboo flooring is highly durable, often lasting decades with proper care, which reduces the need for frequent replacement and waste generation. When its original purpose is fulfilled, bamboo planks can be repurposed for other uses, such as furniture, paneling, or decorative items, giving them a second life and reducing waste.
As a natural material, untreated or minimally processed bamboo can decompose naturally, returning nutrients to the soil when disposed of responsibly. For flooring with adhesives or finishes, recycling into composite materials like particleboard is an option, reducing the demand for virgin resources. Bamboo’s renewable nature, combined with its ability to decompose or be recycled, ensures a low ecological footprint at the end of its lifecycle.
With thoughtful management, bamboo flooring upholds its status as an environmentally responsible choice, even at the end of its use.
Use Phase
The use phase of bamboo flooring highlights its practicality, durability, and environmental benefits in everyday applications. Bamboo flooring is resistant to wear, scratches, and dents, making it ideal for high-traffic areas. Its strength and stability ensure long-lasting performance with proper maintenance. The natural grain and variety of finishes enhance the aesthetic appeal, making it a versatile choice for homes and commercial spaces.
Easy to clean and maintain, bamboo flooring requires regular sweeping and occasional damp mopping to retain its appearance. Its moisture-resistant properties reduce the risk of warping, while its natural insulation helps maintain indoor temperatures, potentially lowering energy costs. Additionally, bamboo flooring is hypoallergenic, repelling dust and allergens, and features non-toxic finishes, ensuring safety for families and pets.
Bamboo’s compatibility with underfloor heating systems and adaptability to residential, commercial, and office settings further underscore its versatility. This phase demonstrates bamboo flooring’s perfect blend of functionality, style, and sustainability for modern living.
Dream Living® floors have been rated A and A+ in France with respect to VOC emissions: the best classification possible! Extra credits for sustainable building eco-labels, such as BREEAM and LEED.
Dream Living® Bamboo Flooring Benefits
Bamboo Carbonized
Our carbonized bamboo flooring offers a rich brown color and exceptional durability, resisting kids, pets, high traffic, and high heels. Three times stronger than oak, it's a sustainable, rapidly renewable material that promotes indoor air quality, ensuring a safe, healthy home.
Bamboo Natural
Bamboo natural is durable, eco-friendly, and three times stronger than oak, making it perfect for high-traffic areas. It promotes indoor air quality and is a safe, sustainable choice for your home.