Bamboo Poles

These traditional-looking bamboo poles are the standard used for all types of indoor and outdoor applications. The smaller diameter poles are rice-colored with occasional natural markings of lighter or darker shades of tan. The larger diameter poles might be more accurately described as an amber brown colo


Remember that our boron-treated bamboo poles are best suited for indoor use, as they may not withstand direct outdoor conditions such as being buried in soil or exposed to sun or rain. For outdoor applications, we recommend coating the poles with water-repellent and UV-resistant oil, which should be reapplied annually for maximum durability. Guadua bamboo poles have become increasingly popular in Western construction projects due to their remarkable strength and versatilit


Move on to the next 6-inch section, carefully overlapping just a little. Use a different section of the rag each time you wipe a new area, as to not accidentally wipe oil back on the bamboo. Heat-treating should be done in a well-ventilated are


A sheen should rise to the surface of the bamboo-that is an oily starch that insects are attracted to, a sort of sugar they eat. When the oil has become consistent and starts to bubble just a tiny bit wipe the oil off with a rag. If you hold the bamboo bamboo poles for outdoor use in the flame for too long it will toast or burn the bamboo skin. It will also make the bamboo brittle, should you need to split or bend i


Unlike other bamboo species, the wall density of Solid Structural Bamboo poles resists most splitting from screws and nails, heat, and the elements. This makes them the ideal choice for outdoor use in hot, dry, and damp climates. Its length and strength make it different from other bamboos in that it doesn't crack and is difficult to break due to its thick walls. Its natural beauty is brought out when a thin coat of varnish or urethane is applied.