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Originally Posted by Rzrbrn
Very nice indeed.
Is bamboo heavy?
I am not a woodworker. Why not polyurethane?
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Not really heavy but dense and strong (and it's a grass, so it's very eco-groovy, low environmental impact, sustainable). It's durable and looks great. The water based finish penetrates and has a satin or matte finish that doesn't show a lot of wear, and if it does get to where we want to spruce it up, a very
light sanding and you wipe on a new coat that dries super fast and doesn't stink.
From a bamboo sales site:
Why we like it
If you're designing or remodeling a kitchen or bath and need an eco-friendly upgrade, bamboo countertops may be for you. They're warm, durable, uniquely beautiful and will hold up to years of kitchen abuse. Drop in sinks are recommended. The parquet end grain shows the least scratches when cut on. All bamboo counters can be easily re-sanded as needed. This is a great choice for DIY installations, especially if you're on a tight budget.
Features & benefits
Durable the parquet end grain and strand bamboo options have highly dense surfaces that hold up to food, moisture and cutting
DIY installation cuts, sands, stains and seals like most hardwoods
Affordable one of the least expensive eco-countertops to buy, install and maintain
Low-maintenance can be sanded and refinished easily and inexpensively
Non-toxic formaldehyde-free; finished with a food-safe mineral oil/beeswax; learn how to test a non-toxic product for tolerance
Bacteria-resistant includes a naturally-occurring bacteria-resistant agent that won't mold or mildew
Eco-friendly manufactured from rapidly renewable 100% Moso bamboo which is a sustainably-harvested variety; Moso is not the variety the pandas eat