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MOSO®

Bamboo X-treme®
Sustainable and
certified cladding

Grotius is a development by Provast,


designed by MVRDV, realised by J.P.
van Eesteren & Besix, photographed
by Daria Scagliola.

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Bamboo: the fastest
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certified durable
Class 1
(CEN/TS 15083-2)
Class 4
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100%
6 million m²
EN350 EN335

fire decking and


resistant cladding installed,
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High stability,
fast installation and
hidden fasteners
 www.moso-bamboo.com/x-treme

MOSO®
Bamboo X-treme®
With Bamboo X-treme®, MOSO® has developed a
truly ecological and durable alternative to
increasingly scarce tropical hardwood and non-
renewable materials. MOSO® uses a unique Thermo-
Density® process of heat-treatment at 200°C
followed by High Density® compression to enhance
the hardness, dimensional stability, fire resistance
and durability to a level superior to the best tropical
hardwood species. MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® can be
used not only for outdoor cladding but also for
outdoor decking, fencing and outdoor furniture.

table of contents
from bamboo to Bamboo X-treme® 4
benefits 5

Bamboo X-treme® Outdoor Cladding 6


Varibo profile 6
Varibo Closed profile 8
Rebated & Trapezium profile 10
Rhombus profile 12
Varibo GRAD® profile 14

Bamboo X-treme® Outdoor Beams 16

test results 18
sustainability 20
user information 22
endless possibilities 22
Estudio Montani

Private Residence Buenos Aires


(100 m2) Buenos Aires, Argentina
 www.moso-bamboo.com/high-density

from bamboo to
Bamboo X-treme®
The fast growth and abundant availability make bamboo a rapidly renewable resource, and a perfect
material for many applications in and around buildings. With good reason, it’s often called ‘the
building material of the future’. However, bamboo as a raw material cannot be used outdoors
without a protective treatment. Due to its high “sugar”-components, bamboo is more susceptible to
being attacked by micro-organisms and fungi. Let us explain how we get from the raw bamboo
material to the final product, MOSO® Bamboo X-treme®, through a production process called
Thermo-Density®.

stem to strands Thermo-Density®


After harvesting, the mature bamboo stems are split in a We call the combination of compressing and thermally modifying
longitudinal direction and the outer and inner skins are removed. the bamboo strands a Thermo-Density® process. It increases the
The strips are then crushed using a number of incision rollers which density from 650-700 kg/m3 to approx. 1150 kg/m3 and improves
create cross linked strands. The untreated strands are a light yellow the hardness of this product significantly. After pressing, the
colour. material is stronger and harder than almost any other hardwood in
the world. At the same time, the dimensional stability of bamboo is
thermal modification improved by approximately 50%.
In several steps, the strands are heated up to 200°C in the Besides stability and hardness improvements, the durability is
presence of saturated steam (to protect the wood from charring or improved to the best durability class possible, from Class 5 to
burning) and cooled down. During thermal modification, the Class 1: Class 1 (EN 350) CEN/TS 15083-2 - simulated graveyard
moisture content changes and the sugar content is removed from test and Class 1 (EN 350) CEN/TS 15083-1.
the material. Furthermore, this process changes the colour of the
bamboo from white/yellow to deep/dark brown. durability class according to EN 350 (CEN/TS 15083-2 / CEN/TS 15083-1)
5 4 3 2 1

from strands to product MOSO® Bamboo X-treme®

The dark bamboo strands are dipped into phenolic glue (< 10% of Ipé

the weight of the bamboo). After drying, the strands are put into a Strand Woven Bamboo
mould, and are then compressed under high temperature and Bangkirai
pressure to cure the glue. The output is a large panel, which is cut
Oak
into smaller sections (boards or beams). These are then further
processed and profiled to become the required shape (for Scots Pine

example, for decking: a grooved surface and edge grooves to allow range of
installation with fasteners). As a last step, depending on the durability
customer’s request, the boards can be finished. results

ready to harvest after


4-5 years modifying the bamboo strands MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® is also well protected against superficial
with a heat-treatment at fungi Class 0 (EN 152), and achieves the use/risk Class 4 according
200°C
to EN 335.

Only MOSO® can ensure you have the original, unique Bamboo
X-treme® product. Other products that attempt to copy the
original, do not offer the same quality or level of durability,
dimensional stability and ecology. With a look-alike product, there
is a large risk of claims after installation. Always ask for the
 original, certified MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® products!

split the Moso


bamboo stems,

remove the creating the final profile


outer skin and and surface
compressing
crush the
the strands into
strips into
Thermo-
strands
Density® MOSO® Bamboo
material X-treme®: material
more stable, harder
  and stronger than
almost any other
hardwood in the
4 world!
benefits of Bamboo
X-treme® Cladding

hard & durable high stability maintenance-free fire resistant


• Biological durability • Very stable as a result • Does not require periodic • Achieves fire resistance
Class 1 (EN 350 / CEN/TS of a unique Thermo- maintenance. Class B-s1-d0 (EN 13501-1)
15083-2), simulated Density® process of • Choice between natural without use of fire
graveyard test / Class 1 heat-treatment greying or retaining the retardants.
(EN 350 / CEN/TS combined with High brown colour with an • Achieves flame spread
15083-1). Density® compression. exterior finish. index Class A following
• Use Class 4 in accordance • Far more stable than ASTM E84.
with EN 335. tropical hardwoods - • As a result, MOSO®
• Effectiveness against enabling an end-match Bamboo X-treme® can be
blue stain Class 0 system (tongue & groove easily applied in public
(EN 152). on ends). projects without
• Exceptionally hard: • Limited tendency to additional protective
Brinell ± 9.5 kg/mm2 torsion. measures.
(harder than any tropical • No gap between the
hardwood available). ends of the boards
• MOSO® provides necessary.
Bamboo X-treme® • Closed profile allows for
outdoor products* with an installation without
up to 25 years warranty. space between the
boards.

beautiful appearance endless resource CO2 neutral economical


• A beautiful, natural • Made from bamboo; with • Official LCA and carbon • Simple and fast
hardwood look. a growing speed of up to footprint studies (EN installation.
• Use of hidden MOSO® 1 meter per day it is the 15804) confirm that • Reduced waste because
Fasteners avoids face fastest growing plant on MOSO® Bamboo of the end-matched
screwing and plugging. earth. X-treme® is CO2 neutral connection.
• Free of knots and natural • Ready to harvest after during the product • Cost effective
plant resins. 4-5 years (compared to lifespan**. transportation because
up to 100 years for • No use of fungicide in the of the fixed 1850 mm
hardwood species). production. length.
• Consisting of approx.
90% natural bamboo.

*) MOSO® provides Bamboo X-treme® Outdoor Beams with 10 years warranty. 5


**) This includes the CO2 (biogenic carbon - EN 16449) stored in the product.
Studio Osiris Hertman
Awood
Jurrit van der Waal, the art of living magazine

Villa by Studio Osiris Hertman The Netherlands

Hostel Stayokay
Noordwijk, the Netherlands
John Leonffu
Barten Projecten B.V.
Awood

Awood
Showroom Varios Beautiful products
Hoek van Holland, the Netherlands
product datasheet  www.moso-bamboo.com/varibo

MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Varibo Outdoor Cladding

MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Varibo Cladding are solid boards in various widths for exterior applications. The boards
are made from bamboo strips that have been compressed and thermally modified at 200°C. This unique
Thermo-Density® process provides MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® with the highest durability class possible in the
appropriate EU norms, increases the stability and density, and consequently the hardness. Furthermore, contrary
to wood products, this material can achieve fire resistance Class B-s1-d0 1) (EN 13501-1) without impregnation with
expensive and eco-damaging fire retardants. MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Varibo Cladding is available in various
dimensions. The Varibo boards can be fixed with MOSO® Fasteners (18 mm). Like any tropical hardwood species,
when exposed to outdoor conditions, Bamboo X-treme® will turn grey over time creating a very natural look.

Varibo profile Varibo Flat boards Varibo End-matched


100 mm

Product Code Finish Surface End-matched Length edges End edges Effective width Dimensions
(mm)* (mm)
BO-DTHT187G Unfinished Flat Yes R3 2 mm x 45° 65 1850x65x18
BO-DTHT186G Unfinished Flat Yes R3 2 mm x 45° 100 1850x100x18
BO-DTHT185G Unfinished Flat Yes R3 2 mm x 45° 137 1850x137x18
BO-DTHT218G Unfinished Flat Yes R3 2 mm x 45° 178 1850x178x18
BO-DTHT387G Unfinished Flat Yes R3 2 mm x 45° 65 1850x65x30
BO-DTHT386G Unfinished Flat Yes R3 2 mm x 45° 100 1850x100x30

*) Effective width without gap between the boards, recommended gap 6 mm.

installation technical characteristics and certifications


• MOSO® guarantees the bamboo material and the mounting materials (fastener/screw) • Density: ± 1150 kg/m3
it supplies but does not guarantee the connection with other materials (such as sub • Dimensional stability: length: + 0.1 %; width: + 0.9% (24 hours in water 20°C)
frame joist/battens). It is the responsibility of the installer to make sure the used screw • Resistance to Indentation - Brinell Hardness: ± 9.5 kg/mm2 (average value - EN 1534)
matches such materials during the full lifetime of the product. • Reaction to fire: Class B-s1-d0 (EN 13501-1) 1)
• For installation with fasteners, the MOSO® Fasteners CLIP-SCREW-BX09 with screws • Flame spread index: Class A (ASTM E84)
and MOSO® Fasteners CLIP-BX09 without screws are available. More information about • Thermal emittance: 0.81 (ASTM C1371) 2)
the MOSO® Fasteners can be found:  www.moso-bamboo.com/x-treme/accessories • Solar Reflectance (SR): 0.32 (ASTM C1549) 2)
• Store in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight, and protected from weather • Solar Reflectance Index (SRI): Low 27, Medium 30, High 33 (ASTM E1980) 2)
influences, dirt and dust. • Modulus of Elasticity: 13565 N/mm2 (mean value - EN 408)
• Full version available at:  www.moso-bamboo.com/varibo • Bending strength: 54.4 N/mm2 (characteristic value - EN 408)
• Biological durability: Class 1 (EN 350 / CEN/TS 15083-2), simulated graveyard test /
Class 1 (EN 350 / CEN/TS 15083-1)
• Effectiveness against Blue Stain: Class 0 (EN 152)
• Effectiveness against European Termites: Class M (EN 350 / EN 117 - Coptotermes gestroi)
• Use Class: Class 4 (EN 335)
• CO2 neutral: LCA report TU Delft (ISO 14040/44) (www.moso-bamboo.com/lca)
• Environmental Product Declaration - EPD (EN 15804) (www.moso-bamboo.com/epd)
• FSC®: Products available with FSC® certification on request.
• Contribution LEED BD+C - v4: MR 1, MR 2, MR 3 (FSC®), SS 7
v2009: MR 6, MR 7 (FSC®)
• Contribution BREEAM: MAT 1, MAT 3 (FSC®), MAT 5 (HD)
• Guarantee: 25 years
1)
Tested on 18 mm thickness, without gaps between boards, with ventilation space behind boards.
2)
Tested on 3 years weathered MOSO® Bamboo X-treme®.
Also available with
FSC® certification.
Class A
ASTM E84
EN-2023-01

EN-2023-01

Class 1 Class 4 EPD

WARRANTY EN350 EN335 EN15804 7


Grotius is a development by Provast,
designed by MVRDV, realised by
J.P. van Eesteren & Besix,
photographed by Daria Scagliola.

Grotius residential Towers (2200 m2) The Hague, the Netherlands

Notiz Hotel NHL Stenden


(1200 m2) Leeuwarden, the Netherlands
John Architecture
MVD Leonffu
Awood

BRT Architecten
Awood
Ronnie Zeemering
Water Authority Limburg
(600 m2) Roermond, the Netherlands
product datasheet  www.moso-bamboo.com/closed

MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Varibo Outdoor Cladding


Closed profile
MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Closed Cladding are solid boards in various widths for exterior applications. The boards
are made from bamboo strips that have been compressed and thermally modified at 200°C. This unique
Thermo-Density® process provides MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® with the highest durability class possible in the
appropriate EU norms, increases the stability and density, and consequently the hardness. Furthermore, contrary
to wood products, this material achieves fire resistance Class B-s1-d0 1) (EN 13501-1) without impregnation with
expensive and eco-damaging fire retardants. MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Cladding with the Closed profile is
developed to meet the highest fire requirements and is installed with a hidden screw. A closed profile is also
available for fast and easy installation with the GRAD® system*. Like any tropical hardwood species, when
exposed to outdoor conditions, Bamboo X-treme® will turn grey over time creating a very natural look.

Closed profile Closed profile Varibo Closed profile End-matched


65 mm 137 mm

Product Code Shape Finish Surface End-matched Length edges End edges Effective width (mm) Dimensions (mm)
BO-DTHT537 Closed Unfinished Flat Yes R1 2 mm x 45° 52,5 1850x65x18
BO-DTHT536 Closed Unfinished Flat Yes R1 2 mm x 45° 87,5 1850x100x18
BO-DTHT530 Closed Unfinished Flat Yes R1 2 mm x 45° 124,5 1850x137x18
BO-DTHT538 Closed Unfinished Flat Yes R1 2 mm x 45° 142,5 1850x155x18
BO-DTHT538-2 Closed Unfinished Flat with Yes R1 2 mm x 45° 142,5 1850x155x18
false groove

installation technical characteristics and certifications


• MOSO® guarantees the bamboo material and the mounting materials (screw) it supplies • Density: ± 1150 kg/m3
but does not guarantee the connection with other materials (such as sub frame joist/ • Dimensional stability: length: + 0.1 %; width: + 0.9% (24 hours in water 20°C)
battens). It is the responsibility of the installer to make sure the screw used matches • Resistance to Indentation - Brinell Hardness: ± 9.5 kg/mm2 (average value - EN 1534)
such materials during the full lifetime of the product. • Reaction to fire: Class B-s1-d0 (EN 13501-1) 1)
• Store in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight, and protected from weather • Flame spread index: Class A (ASTM E84)
influences, dirt and dust. • Thermal emittance: 0.81 (ASTM C1371) 2)
• Full version available at:  www.moso-bamboo.com/closed • Solar Reflectance (SR): 0.32 (ASTM C1549) 2)
• Solar Reflectance Index (SRI): Low 27, Medium 30, High 33 (ASTM E1980) 2)
*)
For more information about the GRAD® system please see the product datasheet Bamboo • Modulus of Elasticity: 13565 N/mm2 (mean value - EN 408)
X-treme® Outdoor Cladding GRAD® profile or check our website: • Bending strength: 54.4 N/mm2 (characteristic value - EN 408)
 www.moso-bamboo.com/cladding/grad • Biological durability: Class 1 (EN 350 / CEN/TS 15083-2), simulated graveyard test /
Class 1 (EN 350 / CEN/TS 15083-1)
• Effectiveness against Blue Stain: Class 0 (EN 152)
• Effectiveness against European Termites: Class M (EN 350 / EN 117 - Coptotermes gestroi)
• Use Class: Class 4 (EN 335)
• CO2 neutral: LCA report TU Delft (ISO 14040/44) (www.moso-bamboo.com/lca)
• Environmental Product Declaration - EPD (EN 15804) (www.moso-bamboo.com/epd)
• FSC®: Products available with FSC® certification on request.
• Contribution LEED BD+C - v4: MR 1, MR 2, MR 3 (FSC®), SS 7
v2009: MR 6, MR 7 (FSC®)
• Contribution BREEAM: MAT 1, MAT 3 (FSC®), MAT 5 (HD)
• Guarantee: 25 years
1)
Tested on Bamboo X-treme® Closed profile 137x18 mm, with ventilation space behind the boards.
2)
Tested on 3 years weathered MOSO® Bamboo X-treme®.
Also available with
FSC® certification.
Class A
ASTM E84
EN-2023-01

Class 1 Class 4 EPD

WARRANTY EN350 EN335 EN15804 9


SCREW-BX11-01
* Only black screw head

A3GM Arquitectos
Javier Bravo

Leisure Space Burgos Villacienzo, Burgos, Spain

Public Elementary School “IKC”


(320 m2) Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Wouter Bink
Peter Brugmans Fotografie

Moke Architects
MOSO®
Garden House by Wouter Bink
(60 m2) Amersfoort, the Netherlands
product datasheet  www.moso-bamboo.com/x-treme/cladding

MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Outdoor Cladding


Rebated & Trapezium profile
MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Outdoor Cladding are solid boards in various widths for exterior applications.
The boards are made from bamboo strips that have been compressed and thermally modified at 200°C.
This unique Thermo-Density® process provides MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® with the highest durability class
possible in the appropriate EU norms, increases the stability and density, and consequently the hardness.
Furthermore, contrary to other wood products, this material can achieve fire resistance Class B-s1-d0 1)
(EN 13501-1) without impregnation with expensive and eco-damaging fire retardants. Bamboo X-treme®
Cladding with the Rebated profile is made for installation with MOSO® Fasteners (18 mm) and screws and the
Trapezium profile is made for installation with screws. Like any tropical hardwood species, when exposed to
outdoor conditions, MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® will turn grey over time creating a natural look.

Rebated profile Trapezium profile End-matched

Product Code Shape Finish Surface End- Length End edges Effective width Dimensions
matched edges (mm)* (mm)
BO-DTHT500G Rebated profile Unfinished Flat Yes R3 2 mm x 45° 125 1850x137x18
BO-DTHT505G Rebated profile Unfinished Flat Yes R3 2 mm x 45° 63 1850x75x18
BO-DTHT510 Trapezium profile Unfinished Flat Yes R3 2 mm x 45° 132 1850x137x18
BO-DTHT515 Trapezium profile Unfinished Flat Yes R3 2 mm x 45° 70 1850x75x18
BO-DTHT525 Trapezium profile Unfinished Flat No R1 1.5 mm x 45° 70 1850x75x12
*) Effective width without gap between the boards, recommended gap 6 mm.

installation technical characteristics and certifications


• MOSO® guarantees the bamboo material and the mounting materials (fastener/screw) • Density: ± 1150 kg/m3
it supplies but does not guarantee the connection with other materials (such as sub • Dimensional stability: length: + 0.1 %; width: + 0.9% (24 hours in water 20°C)
frame joist/battens). It is the responsibility of the installer to make sure the used screw • Resistance to Indentation - Brinell Hardness: ± 9.5 kg/mm2 (average value - EN 1534)
matches such materials during the full lifetime of the product. • Reaction to fire: Class B-s1-d0 (EN 13501-1) 1)
• For installation with fasteners, the MOSO® Fasteners CLIP-SCREW-BX09 with screws • Flame spread index: Class A (ASTM E84)
and MOSO® Fasteners CLIP-BX09 without screws are available. More information about • Thermal emittance: 0.81 (ASTM C1371) 2)
the MOSO® Fasteners can be found:  www.moso-bamboo.com/x-treme/accessories • Solar Reflectance (SR): 0.32 (ASTM C1549) 2)
• Store in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight, and protected from weather • Solar Reflectance Index (SRI): Low 27, Medium 30, High 33 (ASTM E1980) 2)
influences, dirt and dust. • Modulus of Elasticity: 13565 N/mm2 (mean value - EN 408)
• Full version available at:  www.moso-bamboo.com/x-treme/cladding • Bending strength: 54.4 N/mm2 (characteristic value - EN 408)
• Biological durability: Class 1 (EN 350 / CEN/TS 15083-2), simulated graveyard test /
Class 1 (EN 350 / CEN/TS 15083-1)
• Effectiveness against Blue Stain: Class 0 (EN 152)
• Effectiveness against European Termites: Class M (EN 350 / EN 117 - Coptotermes gestroi)
• Use Class: Class 4 (EN 335)
• CO2 neutral: LCA report TU Delft (ISO 14040/44) (www.moso-bamboo.com/lca)
• Environmental Product Declaration - EPD (EN 15804) (www.moso-bamboo.com/epd)
• FSC®: Products available with FSC® certification on request.
• Contribution LEED BD+C - v4: MR 1, MR 2, MR 3 (FSC®), SS 7
v2009: MR 6, MR 7 (FSC®)
• Contribution BREEAM: MAT 1, MAT 3 (FSC®), MAT 5 (HD)
• Guarantee: 25 years
1)
Tested on 18 mm thickness, without gaps between boards, with ventilation space behind boards.
2)
Tested on 3 years weathered MOSO® Bamboo X-treme®.
Also available with
FSC® certification.
Class A
ASTM E84
EN-2023-01

Class 1 Class 4 EPD

WARRANTY EN350 EN335 EN15804 11


Briga Company
Lior Teitler

Briga Towers Penthouses & Apartments (10.000 m2) Netanya, Israel

Apartments De Drie Hofsteden


(20.000 m) Courtrai, Belgium
John Leonffu

B2Ai
Lior Teitler
Private residence Del Mar
California, United States of America
product datasheet  www.moso-bamboo.com/rhombus

MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Outdoor Cladding


Rhombus profile
MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Rhombus Outdoor Cladding is a range of solid, Thermo-Density® exterior boards,
made from compressed bamboo strips. A special, unique heat-treatment process at 200°C provides MOSO®
Bamboo X-treme® with the highest durability class possible in the appropriate EU norms, increases the stability
and density, and consequently the hardness. Furthermore, contrary to other wood products, this material can
achieve fire resistance Class B-s1-d0 1) (EN 13501-1) without impregnation with expensive and eco-damaging fire
retardants. MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Cladding with Rhombus profile can be fixed with MOSO® Fasteners (18
mm). Like any tropical hardwood species, when exposed to outdoor conditions, Bamboo X-treme® will turn grey
over time creating a very natural look.

Triple Rhombus profile Triple Rhombus Double Rhombus Single Rhombus End-matched

Product Code Shape Finish Surface End-matched Length End edges Effective width Dimensions (mm)
edges (mm)*
BO-DTHT520G Triple Unfinished Flat with 2 Yes R1 2 mm x 45° 129 1850x137x20
Rhombus grooves
BO-DTHT520G-2 Double Unfinished Flat with 1 Yes R1 2 mm x 45° 129 1850x137x20
Rhombus groove
BO-DTHT520G-1 Single Unfinished Flat Yes R1 2 mm x 45° 129 1850x137x20
Rhombus

*) Effective width without gap between the boards, recommended gap 6 mm.

installation technical characteristics and certifications


• MOSO® guarantees the bamboo material and the mounting materials (fastener/screw) it • Density: ± 1150 kg/m3
supplies but does not guarantee the connection with other materials (such as sub frame • Dimensional stability: length: + 0.1 %; width: + 0.9% (24 hours in water 20°C)
joist/battens). It is the responsibility of the installer to make sure the used screw matches • Resistance to Indentation - Brinell Hardness: ± 9.5 kg/mm2 (average value - EN 1534)
such materials during the full lifetime of the product. • Reaction to fire: Class B-s1-d0 (EN 13501-1) 1)
• For installation with fasteners, the MOSO® Fasteners CLIP-SCREW-BX09 with screws • Flame spread index: Class A (ASTM E84)
and MOSO® Fasteners CLIP-BX09 without screws are available. More information about • Thermal emittance: 0.81 (ASTM C1371) 2)
the MOSO® Fasteners can be found:  www.moso-bamboo.com/x-treme/accessories • Solar Reflectance (SR): 0.32 (ASTM C1549) 2)
• Store in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight, and protected from weather • Solar Reflectance Index (SRI): Low 27, Medium 30, High 33 (ASTM E1980) 2)
influences, dirt and dust. • Modulus of Elasticity: 13565 N/mm2 (mean value - EN 408)
• Full version available at:  www.moso-bamboo.com/rhombus • Bending strength: 54.4 N/mm2 (characteristic value - EN 408)
• Biological durability: Class 1 (EN 350 / CEN/TS 15083-2), simulated graveyard test /
Class 1 (EN 350 / CEN/TS 15083-1)
• Effectiveness against Blue Stain: Class 0 (EN 152)
• Effectiveness against European Termites: Class M (EN 350 / EN 117 - Coptotermes gestroi)
• Use Class: Class 4 (EN 335)
• CO2 neutral: LCA report TU Delft (ISO 14040/44) (www.moso-bamboo.com/lca)
• Environmental Product Declaration - EPD (EN 15804) (www.moso-bamboo.com/epd)
• FSC®: Products available with FSC® certification on request.
• Contribution LEED BD+C - v4: MR 1, MR 2, MR 3 (FSC®), SS 7
v2009: MR 6, MR 7 (FSC®)
• Contribution BREEAM: MAT 1, MAT 3 (FSC®), MAT 5 (HD)
• Guarantee: 25 years
1)
Tested on 18 mm thickness, without gaps between boards, with ventilation space behind boards.
2)
Tested on 3 years weathered MOSO® Bamboo X-treme®.
Also available with
FSC® certification.
Class A
ASTM E84
EN-2023-01

EN-2023-01

Class 1 Class 4 EPD

WARRANTY EN350 EN335 EN15804 13


TIM Exclusive Gardens
Awood
Olivr

Luxurious garden with a touch of Bali Arnhem, the Netherlands

Oker Meeting Venue


(125 m2) Schipluiden, the Netherlands
SPEE Architects
Awood
Ossip van Duivenbode

Restauro Architecten
Awood
SPEEHUIS
(10.000 m) Oisterwijk, the Netherlands
product datasheet  www.moso-bamboo.com/cladding/grad

MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Varibo Outdoor Cladding


GRAD® profile
MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® GRAD® Cladding are solid boards in various widths for exterior applications.
The boards are made from bamboo strips that have been compressed and thermally modified at 200°C.
This unique Thermo-Density® process provides Bamboo X-treme® with the highest durability class possible in the
appropriate EU norms, increases the stability and density, and consequently the hardness. MOSO® Bamboo
X-treme® GRAD® Cladding is designed for installation on the GRAD® demountable and hidden installation
system. Contrary to wood products, this material can achieve fire resistance without impregnation with
expensive and eco-damaging fire retardants. The Closed profile achieves the fire resistance Class B-s1-d0 1)
(EN 13501-1) with the GRAD® installation system. Like any tropical hardwood species, when exposed to outdoor
conditions, Bamboo X-treme® will turn grey over time creating a very natural look.

GRAD® profile GRAD® profile GRAD® profile GRAD® profile GRAD® Varibo End-matched
45 mm 64 mm 119 mm 136 mm

Product Code Shape Finish Surface End-matched Length End edges Effective width Dimensions (mm)
edges (mm)*
BO-DTHT1180-BG GRAD® Unfinished Flat No R3 2mm x 45° 45 1850x45x20
BO-DTHT1190-BG GRAD® Unfinished Flat No R3 2mm x 45° 64 1850x64x20
BO-DTHT220-BG GRAD® Unfinished Flat No R3 2mm x 45° 119 1850x119x20
BO-DTHT540-1-BG GRAD® Unfinished Flat Yes R1 2mm x 45° 136 1850x136x20

*) Effective width without gap between the boards, distance after installation on GRAD® system 6 mm (except for Closed profile).

installation technical characteristics and certifications


• Installation instructions are available from MOSO®: • Density: ± 1150 kg/m3
 www.moso-bamboo.com/cladding/grad • Dimensional stability: length: + 0.1 %; width: + 0.9% (24 hours in water 20°C)
• MOSO® guarantees the bamboo material and the mounting materials (fastener/screw) it • Resistance to Indentation - Brinell Hardness: ± 9.5 kg/mm2 (average value - EN 1534)
supplies but does not guarantee the connection with other materials (such as sub frame • Reaction to fire: Class B-s1-d0 (EN 13501-1) 1)
joist/battens). It is the responsibility of the installer to make sure the used installation • Flame spread index: Class A (ASTM E84)
method matches such materials during the full lifetime of the product. • Thermal emittance: 0.81 (ASTM C1371) 2)
• Store in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight, and protected from weather • Solar Reflectance (SR): 0.32 (ASTM C1549) 2)
influences, dirt and dust. • Solar Reflectance Index (SRI): Low 27, Medium 30, High 33 (ASTM E1980) 2)
• Installation instructions for the GRAD® installation system are available from GRAD®: • Modulus of Elasticity: 13565 N/mm2 (mean value - EN 408)
 www.gradconcept.com • Bending strength: 54.4 N/mm2 (characteristic value - EN 408)
• Biological durability: Class 1 (EN 350 / CEN/TS 15083-2), simulated graveyard test /
Flat Rail Class 1 (EN 350 / CEN/TS 15083-1)
• Effectiveness against Blue Stain: Class 0 (EN 152)
• Effectiveness against European Termites: Class M (EN 350 / EN 117 - Coptotermes gestroi)
• Use Class: Class 4 (EN 335)
• CO2 neutral: LCA report TU Delft (ISO 14040/44) (www.moso-bamboo.com/lca)
• Environmental Product Declaration - EPD (EN 15804) (www.moso-bamboo.com/epd)
• FSC®: Products available with FSC® certification on request.
• Contribution LEED BD+C - v4: MR 1, MR 2, MR 3 (FSC®), SS 7
v2009: MR 6, MR 7 (FSC®)
• Contribution BREEAM: MAT 1, MAT 3 (FSC®), MAT 5 (HD)
• Guarantee: 25 years
1)
Tested on 18 mm thickness, without gaps between boards, with ventilation space behind boards.
2)
Tested on 3 years weathered MOSO® Bamboo X-treme®.
Also available with
FSC® certification.
Class A
ASTM E84
EN-2023-01

Class 1 Class 4 EPD

WARRANTY EN350 EN335 EN15804 15


Stéphane Malka Architecture
David Ducastel (Philéas Fotos)

Event complex Oxygen La Défense (5500 m) Paris, France

Alfonso X residential building


(5100 m) Madrid, Spain
Dorota Szlachcic Architect
Mosty Łódź S.A.

ÁBATON Arquitectura
Gradhermetic
Victoria Munoz
Orientarium in the Municipal Zoological Garden
(43.000 m) Łódź, Poland
product datasheet  www.moso-bamboo.com/x-treme/beams

MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Outdoor Beams

A unique heat-treatment process at 200°C and compression of the bamboo strips to increase the density
make the MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® material extremely durable and stable. This durability and stability, and
the pre-profiled rounded edges, make MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Beams ideal for use in outdoor furniture and
facades. The elaborate manufacturing process provides MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Outdoor Beams with the
highest durability class possible in the applicable EU norms. As with tropical hardwoods, the colour of the
material changes under the influence of wind, rain, frost and sunshine (UV-light). This results in a typical
weathered natural grey-tone. Regular cleaning and maintenance with a finish/sealer protects the material
against this weather related discolouration.

BO-DTHT2171-2-01 BO-DTHT2173-2-01 High Density®


2000 x 80 x 40 mm 2000 x 40 x 40 mm

Product Code Finish Edges (also on ends) Dimensions (mm)


BO-DTHT2170-2-01 Sikkens Cetol R4 2000x115x40
BO-DTHT2175-2-01 Sikkens Cetol R4 2000x90x40
BO-DTHT2171-2-01 Sikkens Cetol R4 2000x80x40
BO-DTHT2172-2-01 Sikkens Cetol R4 2000x60x40
BO-DTHT2174-2-01 Sikkens Cetol R4 2000x55x40
BO-DTHT2173-2-01 Sikkens Cetol R4 2000x40x40
Other dimensions, bevel and finish can be produced custom made.

installation summary technical characteristics and certifications


• To allow natural shrink- and swell behaviour, install beams with a minimum of 4 mm distance. • Density: ± 1150 kg/m3
• MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Beams must be mechanically fixed, using screws/bolts. The fixing • Dimensional stability: length: + 0,1 %; width + 0,9% (24 hours in water 20°C)
method depends on the application. • Resistance to Indentation - Brinell Hardness: ± 9.5 kg/mm2 (average value - EN 1534)
• Use stainless steel A2 screws/bolts. • Reaction to fire: Class B-s1-d0 1) (EN 13501-1), applicable as a material test
• For all our standard size beams, except 40x40 mm, we advise a minimum of 2 screws per • Flame spread index: Class A (ASTM E84)
fixing point. 40x40 mm beams can be fixed with 1 screw per fixing point. • Thermal emittance: 0.81 (ASTM C1371) 2)
• Horizontal installation: • Solar Reflectance (SR): 0.32 (ASTM C1549) 2)
• The number of fixing points is depending on the application and applicable load. • Solar Reflectance Index (SRI): Low 27, Medium 30, High 33 (ASTM E1980) 2)
• In general, a 2 meter beam should at least have 3 fixing points (2 on the sides and • Modulus of Elasticity: 13565 N/mm2 (mean value - EN 408)
1 connection in the middle). • Bending strength: 54.4 N/mm2 (characteristic value - EN 408)
• Vertical installation: • Biological durability: Class 1 (EN 350 / CEN/TS 15083-2),
• End of the beam should be angled (min. 15°) to improve water drainage. simulated graveyard test
• Beams longer than 1 meter have to be fixed in at least 3 points. Class 1 (EN 350 / CEN/TS 15083-1)
• To avoid cracks caused by excessive water uptake, the (cut) ends of the beams • Effectiveness against Blue Stain: Class 0 (EN 152)
must be treated with a sealer. • Effectiveness against European Termites: Class M (EN 350 / EN 117 - Coptotermes gestroi)
• Store in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight, and protected from weather • Use Class: Class 4 (EN 335)
influences, dirt and dust. • CO2 neutral: LCA report TU Delft (ISO 14040/44) (www.moso-bamboo.com/lca)
• Full version available at  www.moso-bamboo.com/x-treme/beams • Environmental Product Declaration - EPD (EN 15804) (www.moso-bamboo.com/epd)
• FSC®: Products available with FSC® certification on request.
• Contribution LEED BD+C - v4: MR 1, MR 2, MR 3 (FSC®), SS 7
v2009: MR 6, MR 7 (FSC®)
• Contribution BREEAM: MAT 1, MAT 3 (FSC®), MAT 5 (HD)
• Guarantee: 10 years
1)
Tested on panel material with 18 mm thickness, without gaps between boards, with ventilation space
behind boards.
Also available with 2)
Tested on 3 years weathered MOSO® Bamboo X-treme®.
FSC® certification.
Class A
ASTM E84
EN-2023-01

Class 1 Class 4 EPD


EN350 EN335 EN15804 17
MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® Durability of MOSO Bamboo X-treme, Heat Treated Strand Woven Bamboo:
resistance against soft-rotting micro fungi according to CEN/TS 15083-2

test results
Report code: 17.0083-C Date: 29 March 2017 Page: 8/14

TheTable
excellent
3. Medianperformance
mass loss and x-valueof MOSO®
of MOSO BambooBamboo
X-treme, Heat X-treme® has been
Treated Strand Woven Bamboo,extensively tested by
after 12 and 26 weeks soil exposition.
acknowledged research institutes. Find a summary of the most important test results below.
Full reports are available upon request. 12 weeksOnly MOSO® can ensure 26 weeksyou have the original,
Wood species / x-value x-value
unique Bamboo X-treme® product. Other products that copy the original do not offer the
Mass loss Mass loss
product related to Beech Related to Pine
same hardness and level(%)of durability,[-]dimensional[-]stability and (%)ecology. With a look-alike
product, there
Reference Pine is a large31.1 risk of claims- after installation. - Always43.5ask for the original, certified
MOSO® Bamboo
Reference Beech X-treme® 21.1 products! - - 44.8
Reference Azobé 0.7 0.03 - 3.4
Reference Merbau 0.7 0.03 - 2.7
Bamboo board 1 0.3 0.02 0.01 2.5
Bamboo board 2 0.7 0.03 0.02 2.7
Bamboo board 3 0.8 0.04 0.03 2.9
Bamboo board 4 0.6 0.03 0.02 2.7
Durability of MOSO Bamboo X-treme, Heat Treated Strand Woven Bamboo: durability
Total Bamboo 0.6 0.03 0.02 2.7 CEN/TS 15083-2
resistance against soft-rotting micro fungi according to CEN/TS 15083-2
Durability class 1 1 (ENV 807) /

Report code: 17.0083-C Date: 29 March 2017 Page: 8/14 EN 350

According to EN 350, the durability class is determined based on the x-value. To calculate the x-value,
Durability
Table 3. Median mass loss and x-value of het treated
of MOSO Bamboostrand woven
X-treme, Heatbamboo: resistance
Treated Strand Wovenagainst
Bamboo, class 1
the median mass loss or the test species
after 12 and 26 weeks soil
is compared to the median mass loss of the Beech or Pine
exposition.
degradation by Basidiomycetes according to EN 350 and CEN/TS 15083-1
references. Hardwoods are compared to Beech, Softwoods are compared to Pine. As Bamboo is
neither softwood nor hardwood a comparison is made 12 weeks
with both reference wood species Pine 26 weeks
Report code: /17.0083-B
Wood species Date: 29 March 2017 x-value
x-value Page: 8/14
sapwood and Beech. Mass loss Mass loss
product
Based on the mass loss found and the comparison related to Beech
to Beech Related
and Pine, to Pine
the tested MOSO Bamboo X-
3.2 CEN/TS 15083-1 and EN 350 (%)Bamboo, can be classified
[-] [-] (%)
treme, Heat Treated Strand Woven in durability class 1 when using the
The median
Reference
method mass in
Pine
described loss
ENof350.
the samples
31.1 as a result of the- exposition to each of - the fungi is given 43.5
in
Table
MOSO 5.Bamboo
TheBeech
Reference individual
X-treme,values
Heat are givenStrand
21.1
Treated in Annex 2. Bamboo,
Woven - -
performs comparable to Azobé44.8
and
Reference Azobé 0.7 0.03
Merbau. Little variance is found between the different boards. - 3.4
Reference
Table Merbau
5. Mass 0.7 Strand Woven Bamboo
loss and of Heat Treated 0.03 - 2.7
Bamboo board 1 0.3 0.02 0.01 2.5
Coniophora Gloephyllum Poria Coriolus Donkioporia durability
Bamboo board 2 0.7 0.03 0.02 2.7
puteana trabeum placenta versicolor expansa CEN/TS 15083-1
Bamboo board 3 0.8 0.04 0.03 2.9
batch A 0.7% Durability 1.2%
of het treated 1.5%woven bamboo:
strand 2.0% 1.1% (EN 113) /
Bamboo board 4 0.6 0.03 0.02 resistance against
2.7
batch B 0.2% degradation0.3% 0.8% according to
by Basidiomycetes 2.3% 1.1% 15083-1 EN 350
Total Bamboo 0.6 0.03 0.02EN 350 and CEN/TS2.7
batch C 0.7% 1.4% 0.4% 1.4% 1.1%
Durability class 1 1
ALL samples
Report code: 17.0083-B 0.5% 1.0% Date: 29 March0.8% 2017 2.0% 1.1% Page: 8/14
Durability class 1 - 1 1 1 class 1
3.2 CEN/TS
According to 15083-1 anddurability
EN 350, the EN 350 class is determined based on the x-value. To calculate the x-value,
According to EN 350, the durability class is calculated based on the mass loss obtained with the
the
Themedian
medianmass
massloss
lossorofthe
thetest species
samples as isa compared toexposition
result of the the mediantomass
each loss offungi
of the the Beech or in
is given Pine
fungus resulting in the highest median mass loss. For all fungi the mass loss is less than 5%. This
references.
Table 5. TheHardwoods are compared
individual values to in
are given Beech,
AnnexSoftwoods
2. are compared to Pine. As Bamboo is
implies that, when using the EN 350 to determine the durability, MOSO Bamboo X-treme, Heat
neither softwood nor hardwood a comparison is made with both reference wood species Pine
Treated Strand Woven Bamboo can be classified in durability class 1.
sapwood and Beech.
Table 5. Mass loss and of Heat Treated Strand Woven Bamboo
Based on the mass loss found and the comparison to Beech and Pine, the tested MOSO Bamboo X-
Coniophora
treme, Heat Treated Strand Gloephyllum
Woven Bamboo, Poria
can be classified in durabilityCoriolus
class 1 when Donkioporia
using the
puteana
method described in EN 350. trabeum placenta versicolor expansa
batch Bamboo
MOSO A X-treme,0.7% 1.2% Woven Bamboo,
Heat Treated Strand 1.5% performs comparable
2.0% 1.1%and
to Azobé
Literature
batch BLittle variance is0.2% 0.3% 0.8% 2.3% 1.1% resistance
Merbau. found between the different boards.
EN 84 1997:
batch C Wood preservatives
0.7% - Accelerated
1.4% ageing of treated
0.4% wood prior to biological testing
1.4% 1.1%- against blue
Leaching
ALL samples procedure.
0.5% 1.0% 0.8% 2.0% 1.1% staining fungi
EN 113 1996/A1:2004:
Durability class Wood
1 preservatives -– Test method for
1 determining the1 protective effectiveness
1 EN 152
against wood destroying Basidiomycetes – determination of toxic values.
EN 350-1 1994:
to EN Durability of wood and wood-based products – Natural durability of solidwith
woodthe– Part
According 350, the durability class is calculated based on the mass loss obtained class 0
1: Guide
fungus resulting in to
thethe principles
highest of testing
median a classification
mass loss. of the
For all fungi the mass
natural durability
loss of wood.
is less than 5%. This
EN 350 that,
implies 2016:when
Durability
using of
thewood andtowood-based
EN 350 products
determine the - Testing
durability, MOSOandBamboo
classification of the
X-treme, durability
Heat
to biological agents of wood and wood-based materials
Treated Strand Woven Bamboo can be classified in durability class 1.
CEN/TS 15083-1 2005: Durability of wood and wood-based products - Determination of the natural
durability of solid wood against wood-destroying fungi, test methods - Part 1: Basidiomycetes

Literature
18
EN 84 1997: Wood preservatives - Accelerated ageing of treated wood prior to biological testing -
Leaching procedure.
EN 113 1996/A1:2004: Wood preservatives – Test method for determining the protective effectiveness
harder and more durable than almost any other hardwood
durability class average brinell hardness
class 1 ± 9.5 kg/mm2
(EN 350 (CEN/TS 15083-2 / CEN/TS 15083-1) (EN 1534)
5 4 3 2 1 0 2 4 6 8
MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® MOSO® Bamboo X-treme®

Ipé Ipé
Merbau
Strand Woven Bamboo
Beech
Bangkirai
Oak
Oak Iroko
Scots Pine Walnut
Birch
range of durability
results Pine

Classification Durability Class durability


EN 350 (CEN/TS 15083-2
Use Class 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
/ CEN/TS 15083-1)
very durable moderately slightly not durable
durable durable durable
1 interior o o o o o class 1
2 moist interior o o o (o) (o)
3 exterior,
use/risk class
above ground
o o (o) (o)-(x) (o)-(x)
EN 335
4 ground contact /
o (o) (x) x x
fresh water class 4
5 salt water  (x) (x) x x

o Natural durability sufficient.


(o) Natural durability normally sufficient, but for certain end uses treatment may be advisable.
(o)–(x) Natural durability may be sufficient, but depending on end use, preservative treatment may be necessary.
(x) Preservative treatment is normally advisable.
x Preservative treatment necessary.
 Natural durability of Bamboo X-treme® not tested in salt water.

Efectis Nederland BV
fire resistance
2013-Efectis-R0227c[Rev.2]
CLASSIFICATION
EN 13501-1
February 2020
MOSO International BV

4.2 CLASSIFICATION
®
The product, MOSO Bamboo X-treme, in relation to its reaction to fire behaviour is classified:
B
The additional classification in relation to smoke production is:
class B-s1-d0
s1
The additional classification in relation to flaming droplets / particles is:
d0

Reaction to fire classification: B – s1, d0

4.3 FIELD OF APPLICATION

This classification is valid for the following product parameters:

Thickness

Classification ASTM E84


Surface density
18 mm

Approx. 21 kg/m
2
reaction to fire
(FSI 25 / SDI 45)
3
Density 1150 kg/m

Classification Flame Spread Index


This classification is valid for the following end use applications: Smoke Developed Index
Substrate Not applicable

A Application
0Horizontal
- 25and vertical orientation 0 - 450 ASTM E84

B
Air gap

Methods and means of fixing


26
Yes, with pine battens

- 75
Mechanically
0 - 450
class A
Joints Horizontal and vertical
Other aspects of end use Closed surface, no openings or gaps between WUI approved
C 76components
- 200 0 - 450
CAN/ULC-S102
conditions (boards)

4.4 DURATION OF THE VALIDITY OF THIS CLASSIFICATION REPORT

There are no limitations in time on the validity of this report.

5. LIMITATIONS
carbon footprint
Carbon footprint (kg CO2 eqv.) Carbon
This classification document does not represent type approval or certificationfootprint
of the product. (kg CO2
Carbon footprint (kg CO2 eqv.) Carbon footprint (kg CO2 ISO 14040/44
perm²
per m²during
during product
product lifespan
lifespan eqv.) per m² eqv.)afterper m² after incineration
incineration
CSC*
CSC*

-31,84
-31,84
PRODUCTION**
PRODUCTION**

24,457
24,457
TRANSPORT
TRANSPORT TOTAL

5,198
5,198
A.J. Lock
TOTALCSC RELEASED E.O.
Project leader reaction to fire
-2,185
-2,185 31,84
CSC RELEASED
END OF LIFE***
van der Laan M.Sc.
Project leader reaction to fire
-6,003
31,84
END OF LIFE***
TOTAL

23,65
-6,003
TOTAL

23,65
CO2 neutral
* Construction Stored Carbon This report consists of five pages and may only be used in its entirety. Page 5 / 5
* Production
** Construction Stored
includes Carbon
all elements of making 1 m² of product, such as the raw materials, transportation to factory, production processes, waste.
** End
*** Production
of Life takesincludes
all elementsall elements oflife
of the end of making 1 m² of product,
into consideration, such as such the credit as the received raw materials,
waste. transportation
for energy recovery as well as to
thefactory,
negative production processes,
impact of incineration.
*** End of Life takes all elements of the end of life into consideration, such as the credit received for energy recovery as well as the negative impact of incineration.
In line with circular economy principles, MOSO® always recommends trying to upcycle or repurpose your bamboo products at the end of their life and looks at
incineration as a worst case scenario. In 2021 MOSO® fully investigated bamboo incineration for green energy production together with Renewi (Dutch waste
In line with circular economy principles, MOSO® always recommends trying to upcycle or repurpose your bamboo products at the end of their life and looks at
company) and confirmed that MOSO® Bamboo Products are classified as B grade wood (in the Netherlands) and can be safely burnt in an incineration plant for
incineration
energy as a worst case scenario. In 2021 MOSO® fully investigated bamboo incineration for green energy production together with Renewi (Dutch waste
recovery.
company) and confirmed that MOSO® Bamboo Products are classified as B grade wood (in the Netherlands) and can be safely burnt in an incineration plant for
energy recovery.

The life cycle and the carbon footprint of MOSO® Products Author:
NIBE experts in sustainability
are evaluated according to ISO 14040/44. Dr. ir. Pablo van der Lugt, Sustainability Manager Moso International B.V.
For more information: www.moso-bamboo.com/lca N. Nicholson, Sustainability Specialist Moso International B.V.
The full report is available on request.
The life cycle
Confidential and theiscarbon
– This information footprint
the property of MOSO®
of Moso International BV, Products Author:
Zwaag, the Netherlands. Any use or reproduction without permission will NIBE experts in sustainability
are evaluated according to ISO 14040/44.
be prosecuted. Dr. ir. Pablo van der Lugt, Sustainability Manager Moso International B.V. 19
For more information: www.moso-bamboo.com/lca N. Nicholson, Sustainability Specialist Moso International B.V.
The full report is available on request.
Confidential – This information is the property of Moso International BV,
Zwaag, the Netherlands. Any use or reproduction without permission will
be prosecuted.
 www.moso-bamboo.com/sustainability

the sustainability of
Bamboo X-treme®
MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® offers clear sustainable advantages and is even proven to be CO2
neutral during the product lifespan! The inclusion of Bamboo X-treme® contributes to a higher
LEED, BREEAM, Green Star, HQE and DGNB certification score for green building projects.
That’s one of the reasons why you can find MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® and other MOSO® Products
in many sustainable reference projects all over the world.

carbon footprint
MOSO® Bamboo X-treme®: CO2 neutral during the product lifespan*
MOSO® has conducted several LCA studies, including carbon footprint studies, together with Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)
and NIBE (LCA experts). The 2015 LCA report, available at www.moso-bamboo.com/lca, was the first of its kind and resulted in many
new findings about the carbon footprint of bamboo products. The environmental impact of MOSO® Bamboo Products, excluding the
carbon sequestration effect, has also been published in 2016 and updated in 2022 in an official Environmental Product Declaration
(EPD) following EN 15804 (www.moso-bamboo.com/epd).
*) This includes the CO2 (biogenic carbon - EN 16449) stored in the product.

-1800 -1500 -1200 -900 -600 -300 300 600 900 1200 1500 1800

Production / transport

Construction Stored Carbon (CSC)

Total

in kg CO2 eq/m3

Office Hesselink Koffie (Coffee Roastery)


BREEAM - Winterswijk, the Netherlands

excellent
unsurpassed growing speed
bamboo: the fastest growing plant in the world
Because of the fast growth, Moso bamboo is managed as an
agricultural crop: the annual harvest of the 4 to 5-year-old stems –
compared to 60-80 years for tropical hardwood! - provides a
steady annual income to farmers and stimulates the bamboo plant
to reproduce even faster. Therefore, by default, no deforestation
occurs with production of MOSO® Bamboo X-treme®, while large
amounts of CO2 are captured in the bamboo forests and products
(www.inbar.int/understanding-bamboos-climate-change-
potential).

10 20 40 60 80

Moso bamboo

Eucalyptus

Beech

Teak
Het Fundament Architectuur
Oak
Awood

harvesting age (years)


Notiz Hotel NHL Stenden - Green Key Award Gold
(1200 m2) Leeuwarden, the Netherlands

BRT Architecten

carbon storage in bamboo Awood


Ronnie Zeemering

biobased materials act as CO2 sinks


Through photosynthesis, plants absorb carbon dioxide (CO2) and
convert it into glucose (building block for biomass) and oxygen.
The CO2 is stored in the material for the lifetime of the product,
and even longer if the product is recycled into new, durable

Contributes to a higher
products. Due to the fast growth – and related high yields - Moso
bamboo locks far more CO2 in durable products compared to
wood species. The locked amount of CO2 can be calculated
rather simply by looking at the density of the material and taking
into account the biobased content. For example, Bamboo

score for green building


X-treme® locks almost 1.660 kg CO2 per m3 of bamboo, which is
the equivalent of the CO2 emissions of 14.000 km driven by a
mid-range car.

projects worldwide
STOFANEL
Detlef Klose

Check out how bamboo can save the world at:


www.moso-bamboo.com/sustainability

Alfonso X residential building - ASPRIMA-SIMA Award


(5100 m) Madrid, Spain
MOSO® Luxurious garden Cladding installed with Grad’s invisible rail
installation system - Arnhem, the Netherlands

Bamboo X-treme®
Outdoor Cladding
user information
appearance and colour
MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® is a natural product, which can vary in
colour, grain and appearance. Colour will change over time depending
on the maintenance schedule. The boards have a brown to dark brown
colour when installed, which turns into a lighter caramel colour several
weeks after installation. Without further maintenance the colour gets
greyish relatively fast (similar to most other wood species).

If a brown colour is preferred, maintenance should be done with an


exterior finish. For further details see the installation instructions.

MOSO® Bamboo X-treme® shows similarity to other hardwoods in


grain and structure. The characteristic bamboo nodes however can
still be recognised and provide the product with a special and lively
look. TIM Exclusive Gardens
Olivr

normal phenomena
Cracks on the surface and on the ends of the boards can occur due to
the different drying characteristics of the surface and board ends.
This does not affect the stability or durability of the board.

The surface side of the boards will become rougher over time and can
form (small) splinters as a result of continuous water absorption and
desorption due to dry and wet weather periods. Dimensional change
or cupping of the boards can occur after installation. These Endless
possibilities with
phenomena are normal for most hardwood species and MOSO®
Bamboo X-treme®.

After installation, there might be some bleeding or leaching of colour


from the bamboo material when it gets wet, e.g. when it rains. This
possible bleeding is typical for wood and will disappear over time.

MOSO® Bamboo
The brownish liquid can easily be cleaned from the Bamboo X-treme®
material, however controlled water drainage and prevention of splash
water is required to prevent any discoloration of surrounding or
underlying building components.

X-treme®

MVRDV
Haagse Hoogbouw
EN-2022-01

Grotius residential towers Closed cladding installed at the


22
crown of the buildings - The Hague, the Netherlands
Since 2008 over
6 million m decking
2

and cladding installed in


more than 60 countries

Moke Architects
MOSO®

Public Elementary School “IKC” Photo taken 5 years


after installation - (320 m2) Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Jumbo Head office Photo taken 5 years after installation


(2.500 m2) Schiedam, The Netherlands
Stéphane Malka Architecture
MOSO®

MVSA Architects
Lior Teitler
Oxygen La Défense Photo taken 4 years after installation
(5500 m) Paris, France
Office Hesselink (Coffee Roastery) Housing project De Krijgsman Leisure Space Burgos
(200 m2 Varibo) Winterswijk, Netherlands (320 m2 Closed) Muiden, Netherlands (120 m2) Villacienzo, Burgos, Spain

Het FundamentArchitectuur excellent Moke Architects A3GM arquitectos


Javier Bravo

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