Bamboo Ply
Bamboo Ply is used as an alternative material to wood. As a grass it is a highly renewable resource yet its hardness is comparable to a hardwood such as red oak. With exceptionally low formaldehyde content, the plywood core is constructed by laminating bamboo strips with a low to zero VOC adhesive, then setting them perpendicular to the face veneers. It comes in the same two colors and patterns as our bamboo flooring: amber and natural; and in horizontal and vertical. The horizontal cut exposes a face grain that complements the nodes on the bamboo. In contrast, the vertical cut creates a more symmetrical look. Bamboo ply can be cut and finished using traditional woodworking techniques. Any combination of color and pattern is available. It is available in 3 thicknesses: 1/4”, 1/2”, and 3/4”. The 3/4” comes in 4’ x 8’ panels which have “cross-lamination” layers to provide strength. The 3/4” vertical ply can be ordered without cross-lamination in a 30” x 72” board. The 1/4” and 1/2” plys come in 16” x 72” boards that have no cross-lamination, just 1 to 2 layers depending on the pattern. All bamboo plys are unfinished.
Bamboo Tambour
Bamboo tambour comes in 4’ x 8’ flexible (foldable) panels that work well in applications such as furniture, cabinets and interior trim (walls and ceiling). The panels are made by adhering 1” wide strips to a cotton canvas backing. These strips come in only the “horizontal” pattern, where the nodes of the bamboo show on the face. You may choose between 2 colors (yellow or amber) and 3 finishes. The choices of finishes are: raw (the natural surface skin of the bamboo), unfinished (sanded but not sealed) and pre-finished. The raw finish colors are a choice between yellow-green variant and dark amber. The unfinished product is sanded smooth with no finish coat while the pre-finished product is sanded smooth and then coated with a low-VOC polyurethane.
Kirei-Sorghum BioBoard
Kirei Board is constructed from poplar scrap and the stalks of the sorghum plant which is grown around the world for food. Sorghum is a drought-tolerant grain requiring little fertilizer or pesticides to grow. The materials are heat-pressed using a non-toxic adhesive to form the lightweight, strong, unique Kirei Board. Through this revolutionary process these previously discarded materials provide the foundation for a strong, delicately grained, lightweight building material while helping to reduce landfill waste and harmful VOC’s. Kirei board is available in packs of six – 1’x 6’ and 3’x 6’ – with a choice of three different thicknesses, 10mm, 20mm, and 30mm. Kirei can be used in many applications, including countertops, cabinetry, furniture, and other interior uses. Kirei is not waterproof nor suitable around high moisture areas.
Paperstone
Paperstone is a new solid-surface countertop material made from recycled paper and water-based resins. With the look and feel of soapstone or slate, Paperstone is durable, repairable, water and heat resistant ( up to 350 degrees F). It is offered in a wide variety of colors. Unlike most stone surfaces, Paperstone does not require specialty fabrication and its edges are easily detailed. It is available in four lengths and two widths, with thicknesses of 3/4 “, 1”, and 1¼ ” . Paperstone is manufactured in Washington, where state of the art emissions control and safety equipment ensure the health of workers and the environment.
Pebble Tiles
These beautifully hand-crafted stone pebble tiles imported from islands throughout southeast Asia may be used for flooring, showers, backsplashes, and various other interior and exterior applications . The stones are harvested by hand to ensure minimal environmental impact. We have flat stones, round stones, wave tiles and interlocking onyx all on 12”x12” mesh-backed tiles.
Recycled Glass Tile
These gorgeous decorative tiles made from 100% recycled landfill glass, are suitable for either field or accent use. With color names like “mineral water”, “cranberry”, and “moss”, these translucent, iridescent tiles are made from post-consumer glass collected both by the bottle and by the ton. They are competitively priced with other handmade art and decorative tile, and are available matte or glossy in a range of sizes and various shapes including squares, triangles, hexagons, stars, diamonds, hearts and more. Recycled glass tiles work best on counter surfaces, tables, walls and decorative projects throughout the home.
Syndecrete
Syndecrete is a natural, sustainable, cement-based composite with half the weight and twice the compressive strength of standard concrete. It is more resistant to chipping and cracking than conventional concrete, tile or stone, and has workability more akin to wood than cement-based products. Its integral pigmentation and added aggregates combine to create distinctive color and texture palettes. Syndecrete is offered in:
- Pre-cast 30”x 96” by 1 1/2” thick slabs.
- 12”x12” tiles with 3/4” thickness.
- 18”x18” with 1” thickness.
- 24”x24” with 1 1/2” thickness.
Syndecrete can be used for a variety of interior and exterior applications – kitchen and bath tiling, counter tops, floor tiles, and even pre-cast sinks. Syndecrete contributes a minimum of 2, and up to 8, LEED certification points in the following categories: Energy and Atmosphere (EA), Materials and Resources (MR), Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) and Innovation and Design Process (I&DP). Syndecrete also meets all ASTM requirements.
Vetrazzo
These recycled glass countertops are made with materials diverted from landfills, saving energy, eliminating extraction costs, and reducing waste. They contain less than 20% concrete and over 80% recycled glass content from post-consumer and post-industrial sources, such as old traffic lights, stained glass scraps, and curbside recycling. The cold-cast process also allows the reuse of almost any type of glass, including tempered which is not typically recycled. Also used for shower stalls or flooring, this unique material serves as a functional and beautiful focal point in any home or office. Please call for more information on slab sizes and thicknesses.