FAQs
How can I get a quote?
Are you in the Simpson Strong-Tie Deck Planner materials list?
Yes.! The MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® materials BIM/CAD objects have been loaded to the templates saving you time. Simson Strong-Tie Deck Planner Software has pre-build deck templates to speed up the design process. Using the deck-shaping tools to ...
What is the relationship between MOSO® Bamboo & ProductsDirect.com
MOSO® Bamboo Product manufacturer, product design, engineering, import, and distribution management. MOSO® is a world leader in bamboo industrialization ProductsDirect.com Exclusive online fulfilment partner. Handles quotations, online fulfillment, ...
Why should I attend the Rhinegeist Manufacturer Meet & Greet/Q&A ?
Four reasons to attend: Meet the North American Operations Leadership. With deep experience in decking and outdoor materials performance they will be able to offer ;Installation insights from start to finish. Learn about common objections observed ...
What are the price points for this product?
Keep in mind this product has many form factors. Price points are most descriptive when speaking to a product category. If you envision the levels of decking materials in the market, Low Cost Pressure Treated Wood, Cheap plastic composite. Plastic ...
Can I make make money with MOSO® X-treme®?
Yes, Being a professional installer " X-treme Pro" program offers discounts on the product to provide an additional revenue stream for your business. 14-15% Discounts of Retail for Pro Installers. Free Shipping on First Project Annual Rebates on ...
Why haven't I heard of this before?
Dutch engineers and designers developed the product in the early 2000s. It was introduced to Architects/material specifiers soon after and demonstrated its durability in the process. With over 53 million square feet installed worldwide, it has broad ...
Do you have product photos?
Product Photography is extensive. Click on the link below to see more installs. Product Photographs
How does the X-treme® material cut?
Video of a 1x6 Plank Cut You should always take care to use PPE for respiratory inhalation of saw dust with this product or any other wood products. This video is using a Bosch 60-tooth 12 inch blade. This is a cross cut demonstration. The bamboo ...
What kind of product care is required?
This video shows a routine product care. MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Outdoor Building Product Maintenance Annual cleaning of your MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® building products is recommended. Sweep with a broom or blow off with a leaf blower any loose debris ...
How does MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® help with LEED aspirations?
LEED aspirations is aided by the use of MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® MOSO products may contribute to certification under the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED Rating System. Building Design & Construction (BD+C)1 for LEED v4 More details here MR Credit ...
How can I get a sample?
How Can I Get a sample: Easiest way to get a sample is to send us an email to Customercare@ProductsDirect.com. Please tell us what sample type you are interested in. We have different sample kits for different purposes. The most popular is the ...
What is the Material Warranty?
MOSO North America, Inc.,(“MOSO”), warrants to the original Purchaser (“Purchaser”) that MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® products will not suffer structural damage due to rot, decay or insect infestation for a period of 25 years from the date of the original ...
How does MOSO® X-treme® compare to Ipê?
Attribute Ipê Thermal Density Bamboo Botany Tree Wood Fiber Grass Woody Fiber Growth Rate 0.3 meter/yr 10 meters/yr Sourcing Old Growth Rain forest Harvested Trees Bamboo Farms Close Up Cross Section Close Up Board View Manufacturing Saw Mill ...
Are the longer plastic decking boards better?
The real question here is: Are 6-foot planks better? The 8, 12, 16, 20, and 24-foot lengths of composites and vinyl "boards" have more to do with the manufacturing extrusion process than installation convenience. It is a classic story of marketing ...
Does MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Have Heat Problems like Plastics?
No: TLDR: Surfaces will get hot in direct sunlight. Thermally Modified Bamboo does not have insulation properties like plastic and thus doesn't store heat. After direct sunlight is removed, i.e. clouds, or shading, the heat dissipates rapidly. The ...
How do I fasten the MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® decking boards to the joists?
MOSO® provides proprietary Asymmetric Kick Clips for both siding and decking products. These secure the decking to the joists as well as to each other.
How do I install MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® decking boards?
While PVCs and Composites are more challenging to handle because the cut lengths vary which creates the need for “planning on-the-fly” and can result in waste; all MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® decking boards are 6-foot in length and utilize a proprietary ...
What is the appropriate joist span for MOSO® Bamboo X-treme decking?
Joists can be set at 18” on center. Each board is either 6” or 8” wide and 6’ long depending on the profile chosen. See profile options here. See installation instruction details here. Back
Does MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® decking bend or warp like composites?
MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® will not bend or warp due to the structure of the bamboo fibers and the proprietary Thermal Density manufacturing process. The boards are dimensionally stable with a movement + 0.1% width +0.9% (24hours in water @ 68°F)
Who is MOSO® Bamboo?
MOSO® Bamboo International was founded in the Netherlands in 1997 and has since become the world market leader in developing innovative and sustainable bamboo products for interior and exterior architectural applications. With corporate offices near ...
What is MOSO® Outdoor Lumber?
Outdoor Lumber is Thermally Modified Bamboo. An initial thermal process strips bamboo of sugars from the plant rendering a robust fiber. Fibers are placed into a form and compressed under tremendous pressure for prolonged periods. A simple ...
Is MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® decking good for commercial environments?
Yes. MOSO® X-treme® has been used in numerous commercial applications from tourist rooftop decks to resort pool patios. See our gallery for some design ideas and images of commercial applications.
What are all the MOSO® X-treme® form factors?
What are the top 5 reasons to choose MOSO® Bamboo X-treme®?
MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® decking and siding products score favorable ratings in five reference categories for: Best durability : Class 1 Fire rating: Class A | ASTM E84 Solar reflectance ASTM C 1549; SRI: Low 27, Medium 30, High 33 ASTM E1980) WUI ...