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Why has my solid bamboo floor become 'springy'
I had a bamboo strip flooring laid on top of a concrete subfloor less than a year ago. One area (probably with most traffic) has become really springy/bouncy. The bamboo strips were glued when laid but there seems to have been some movement - gaps of about 2mm have appeared, especially in the springy area. Any thoughts? Obviously, lifting the boards in the affected area is a major task as the flooring extends throughout my living and kitchen area.
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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.My first suspicion when any glue down wood (or in this case, grass) flooring is layed directly onto concrete is excess moisture. Any wood floor lain over concrete demands a moisture test first. Here in the U.S., a calcium chloride moisture test is recommended before beginning installation. The results would tell the installer about the need for a vapor barrier or other installation techniques...
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