COLORS:  The Supply Scout will go out of its way to provide you with the right characteristics and color bambù for your project. Talk to our sales team about what color or appearance will work best for you.

PETUNG (Giant Bamboo / Asper): This is the biggest bamboo we use. Strong and dependable, it is used in most of our bamboo structures. Perfect for construction, Petung has fairly tall and relatively straight poles. This option is a popular choice due to its quick harvesting from Asia.

• Average lengths: 15 -30 meters
• Average diameters: 8 to 20 cm
• Considered Construction Grade
• Sold whole or split in half
• Fire Protection available

GUADUA: Guadua bamboo is a common bamboo type and considered the strongest bamboo in the world. In South America, it is widely used in construction or engineered laminated panels. Their native habitats range from Mexico down to Argentina, but some varieties are also grown in tropical areas of Asia.

• Average Lengths: 4 -6 meters
• Average diameters: 8 to 15 cm
• Considered Construction Grade
• Sold whole or split in half
• Fire Protection available

SOLID BAMBOO (Tam Vong): Solid bamboo is durable and has a greater strength than other kinds of bamboo poles. The Natural Tam Vong Bamboo can be sanded, finished, and ready for stain stain or sealer to meet your project needs. The poles are resistant to splitting and are also widely used in construction.

• Average lengths: 2.4-3.6 m
• Average diameter: 8 cm
• Considered Construction Grade
• Sold whole or split in half
• Fire Protection available

TONKIN BAMBOO: The diversity in color options in Tonkin bamboo makes it a popular choice for construction projects. A beautiful honey-like appearance that is light weight is perfect for interior applications that do not see a lot of physical contact or guest interactions. Some suggestions are overhead design and accent decor with minimal foot traffic.