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MOSO® is a global leader in sustainable bamboo solutions, offering an extensive range of high-quality products for both interior and exterior applications. With over 25 years of experience, MOSO® has established itself as the go-to brand for architects, builders, and homeowners seeking eco-friendly alternatives to traditional hardwoods. At the heart of MOSO®'s innovation is the use of Moso bamboo, one of the fastest-growing plants on Earth. This renewable resource reaches maturity in just 4–5 years, making it an ideal substitute for slow-growing hardwoods. MOSO® products are renowned for their durability, dimensional stability, and fire resistance, meeting stringent international standards. As a proudly Canadian retailer, Windsor Plywood is committed to offering sustainable, high-quality building materials backed by expert, personalized service. Explore MOSO® Bamboo Products at Windsor Plywood and embrace a greener future without compromising on quality or design.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Moso Bamboo products does Windsor Plywood carry?
Windsor Plywood carries Moso bamboo flooring, panelling, and decking products. Moso is a leading brand in bamboo building materials, offering products made from Moso bamboo, the fastest-growing bamboo species used commercially. Products are available in strand-woven and horizontal or vertical grain constructions in multiple finishes.
Is bamboo flooring harder than hardwood?
Strand-woven bamboo flooring, which Moso specializes in, has a Janka hardness rating significantly higher than most domestic hardwoods. Standard strand-woven bamboo typically tests at 3000 to 5000 Janka, compared to hard maple at approximately 1450 and red oak at 1290. This makes strand-woven bamboo exceptionally resistant to denting and surface wear in high-traffic applications.
Is bamboo a sustainable flooring choice?
Moso bamboo reaches harvestable maturity in 5 to 7 years, compared to 25 to 80 years for hardwood tree species. It is harvested by cutting the culms without killing the root system, which regenerates without replanting. Moso Bamboo Products holds FSC certification for sustainable forest management, making it one of the most rapidly renewable building materials available.
How does bamboo flooring perform in Canadian climates with humidity fluctuations?
Bamboo flooring is sensitive to significant humidity swings. Strand-woven bamboo is more dimensionally stable than horizontal or vertical grain bamboo but still requires maintaining indoor humidity within the manufacturer-specified range, typically 35 to 65 percent relative humidity. A whole-home humidifier is recommended in dry heating climates where central heating drops indoor humidity below this range.
Can Moso bamboo decking be used outdoors in Canada?
Moso outdoor bamboo decking is engineered for exterior use with enhanced moisture resistance and UV protection. It performs well in above-grade deck applications. Like wood decking, it requires periodic maintenance with a recommended exterior bamboo oil to maintain appearance and protection. In ground-contact applications, pressure-treated wood or composite decking is more appropriate than bamboo.