Installation of bamboo flooring is relatively easy and needs only a few skills. In fact, if you have the right experience, you might even be able to install bamboo flooring on your own.

Most of us will benefit from the quality installation services provided by a reliable retailer, however. Here's some basic information about bamboo flooring installation to tell you a bit more about the process.

Premium bamboo flooring can be installed using a number of different methods. The one that will be appropriate for your home will depend on the type of floor you pick, and the conditions at your site.

Bamboo boards can be fixed directly to plywood or battons, glued right to the subfloor, and floated. That means that a bamboo floor can be installed for almost any situation.

Look for a company that provides high installation standards, using professionals who aren't just experienced in installing floors in general, but have installed bamboo in specific. Some providers of bamboo floors even have their own full time installation teams - that guarantees a good quality, fast installation.

The length of time it'll take for a given bamboo floor installation varies depending on the size of the room or rooms you're having re-floored, and the layout. However, bamboo installations are a lot faster than timber - they take about a third of the time.

Some homes take only a day to be entirely re-floored in bamboo. Others may need a week, or even more if the flooring that's being installed hasn't come prefinished.

The great thing about bamboo over many other materials is that there are no hazards while it's being installed. You won't have to move out, there's no dust, and the glue used during installation is non-toxic and providers minimum odor.

Remember that if you decide to use bamboo flooring that hasn't been prefinished, the process is more like hardwood floor installation. Sanding and polishing of the floor will be required, and some dust will be released.

You can install bamboo flooring over many different types of surface, including existing hardwood and tile flooring. However, you'll have to make sure that the existing flooring is well attached, since it is usually not covered by your manufacturer's installation warranty.

You can also install bamboo flooring over an underfloor heating system without concern. All you need to pay attention to is the height your finished floor will end up being.

Customer installation is possible, as long as you know what you're doing. If you think you have the level of skill required, you can get your flooring supplier to give you a self installation guide - if you run into trouble, you can still consult with their installers in most cases.

Choose only high quality flooring, made from bamboo that has been densely compressed. This flooring is easier to install and much more durable, giving you more years of beautiful floors.

While there are some very inexpensive bamboo floors on the market, it's better to avoid them in favor of a floor that's been made to high standards. You'll be glad you did when your bamboo flooring installation goes without a hitch and your floor lasts longer.