Bamboo plywood is made from 100 percent rapidly renewable bamboo, using adhesives that are both strong and low-emitting. The glues and finishes are often from reputed European manufacturers, so this product easily complies with the E-1 standards.  Panels have excellent flexibility and strength. It is widely used in flooring, furniture, decoration, blinds and ceiling boards etc. It can be cut into any size and special thickness can be produced on request. Bamboo plywood can be used for interior and exterior signs, and it can be sandblasted.

 

LEED® Credits
MR 6: Rapidly Renewable Materials
EQ 4.4: No added urea formaldehyde

RECYCLED WOOD

Restoration Timber (CA, NY) Over a dozen varieties of wood planks, available in rustic and more polished styles. restorationtimber.com

Trestlewood (UT, ID) In their former life, the company's signature Douglas firs held up railroad tracks across Utah's Great Salt Lake! trestlewood.com

Conklin's (PA) Salvaged barn wood gets a second chance as lovely chestnut, oak and pine flooring. conklinsbarnwood.com

Ecotimber (CA) In addition to reclaimed stock, including gorgeous antique oak, this outfit sells easy-to-install engineered hardwood flooring that is certified by the Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC). ecotimber.com

Pioneer Millworks (NY) Offering an extensive selection of reclaimed soft- and hardwoods, this supplier to the Smithsonian and Abercrombie & Fitch buys all its electricity from wind-generated sources. pioneermillworks.com

Trex The beauty of this unique material, a mixture of recycled plastic and sawdust from reclaimed hardwoods, is twofold: Unlike wood, it won't rot or splinter, and the 20' planks look just like the real thing when installed. Our pick: the Brasilia line in chocolaty Cayenne. about $5.20/square foot, trex.com for stores.