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We make your dream home a reality with beautiful, durable floors of bamboo, luxury vinyl plank, cork, hardwood, and more -- delivered directly to your home or business.
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Cali Floors
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6675 Mesa Ridge Road
San Diego, California 92121
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Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsAfter many hours of looking into different Vinyl Luxury Plank flooring, we decided on Cali Bamboo. I am very happy with the Seaboard Oak Longboards. I ordered probably 20 different flooring samples, read reviews after reviews, until I was sure thisRead Full Review
245 Reviews for Cali Floors
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Average rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars4.6|245 reviews
Work Quality4.8
Communication4.9
Value4.8
no business
Average rating: 1 out of 5 stars
Do not buy floors from Cali Floors. I bought over 12k of engineered hardwood in June 2023. My contractors struggled with the installation of it, saying that a lot of the pieces were not clicking as they should. They were also planks with the top being bamboo only and not engineered hardwood. Less than a year later pieces are popping up all over even though my installer had the floor leveled and prepared before installing. Cali Bamboo paid for an inspector to come and they blame all of the popping on the installation. So now I'm out a LOT of money and there's nothing they will do. Highly rude customer service and extremely disagreeable company.
4 June, 2024
michelle vaccaro
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I worked with Cali sales rep, Alexis and she was top notch! Super communicative (answered all my questions), helpful and responsive via phone and email. The Mavericks laminate (Honey Harbor) flooring is beautiful and was delivered in the timeframe she estimated.
The floors will be laid next week and I can't wait to see them in my place.
It was such a relief to find these great looking quality laminate floors online after searching for quite awhile in my local shops. They also sent me several free samples which made it easy to compare to other flooring and make a decision quickly.
I highly recommend Cali Flooring... their products and customer service are the best!!
25 May, 2024
kent neel
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Cali rep was awesome to work with and made sure I received my orders fast. The shipping protection for the flooring was outstanding. I didnt have one damaged plank
22 April, 2024
HU-566671452
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Very pleased with the cali bamboo mocha solid t&g flooring. The wood is beautiful and very strong in our living and dining rooms We have been admiring the flooring daily. Thank you so much for your excellent product.
30 March, 2024
The shipping and delivery is taking forever. I ordered in October and paid in full in early November. They started shipping my order after I contacted customer service. When I finally got the first shipment in December, it came in with wrong quantity, missing the majority. and later I found out what's delivered is of wrong product. Only a few customer service is helpful. Most of them do not act with sense of urgency. I do not hear back within 24 hr on a business day even after I requested update. Not even an acknowledgement. The business operation is very questionable.
6 December, 2023
Jennifer Quintenz
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Kasey was great helping us find a similar-enough match to a flooring that was discontinued since our last house project in 2014. We really appreciated her assistance, and the flooring is still lovely and durable.
3 October, 2023
Workshop Elegance, Inc.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Very satisfied with all aspects... My rep (Liz) is amazing! Product is excellent! Delivery is Perfect! My whole experience With Cali is nothing short of OUTSTANDING!
10 August, 2023
Anna Tarnofd
Average rating: 1 out of 5 stars
We selected the Natural Fossilized Wide T&G and were so excited. Sadly, we had a horrible experience all the way from product quality to interactions with the company.
We were assured of the ease of installation by our sales rep (TJ Denny). When our construction team went to float the floor they discovered that the dimensions and hardness of the material resulted in air pockets that would lead to early wear. They attempted two additional methods of installation and encountered issues with all. Our team tried to communicate with Cali's installation experts but were simply passed from person to person. While TJ had been very responsive and reachable prior to the purchase, it took a week to hear back regarding installation issues and we only received a response after escalating to a manager.
We decided to return the product - Cali charges a 25% restocking fee, and shipping costs, and will not accept open boxes (their installation guidelines tell you to open all boxes prior to beginning work). Luckily, we had begun with only two boxes. The quality team and sales were incredibly evasive and rude throughout the process, so much so, that we filed a BBB complaint (after which the Cali reps were suddenly polite though not forthcoming). The time from installation issues to refund was nearly 3 months .... and hours and hours of advocacy and emails.
After digging further, it seems like there are overarching issues with the quality of Cali's products including wear after 6 months. Would absolutely recommend just choosing a different company!!
21 June, 2023
Sales Rep was fantastic! Easy to work with. Flooring is gorgeous not installed yet; will update after installation with photos
3 May, 2023
mishajameson
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Outstanding product, the best customer service, efficient shipping, all well-priced. This is our 2nd house with Cali floors. First time was a great DIY experience and this time our installer is very impressed. We recommend it to everyone.
Mocha Solid Click-Lock Fossilized Wide Plank Bamboo.
30 March, 2023
HU-355229310
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Extremely friendly sales representative. Fast delivery of an extraordinary product. The eucalyptus looks amazing in my kitchen and very easy to maintain.
16 March, 2023
I knew I wanted Cali floors the first time I spoke to Mary on the phone. Customer service wins me every time and Mary went beyond what I expected to help us make a decision on the flooring we wanted. The process was helpful and easy… and THEN I got my floors. The quality is so beautiful and they are holding up to my crazy family! Thank you Cali Floors!
9 March, 2023
Better World Builders
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Quite possibly the easiest flooring to put together! I will recommend this product to my clients for future projects.
4 March, 2023Last modified:4 March, 2023
DeAnna Imelli
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The flooring is beautiful . Alex was very helpful. He chose the perfect sample when I told him what I was looking for.
21 February, 2023
HU-473981304
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The product is high quality and the service is excellent. I would definitely use this company and product again, and would recommend to others.
14 February, 2023
Loved our experience with Calibamboo for our beach house. They sent it on a specific delivery date for us. We chose Natural Elm in Mute Step. It looks great and according to our flooring guy, it was a great product and we had very little broken pieces. He ordered 10% more than needed and I believe we had every bit left over.
1 February, 2023
Shawnee Matis
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Nicest vinyl flooring I've seen on the market. Carlee gave me great customer service. She was able to answer all my questions, and sent samples that matched my needs.
21 January, 2023
Vin Liao
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Good price, good quality, good customer service and fast shipping. Easy to install. Good for DIYers. Highly recommended and will definitely use it again on my next project.
17 January, 2023
Greg Holmes
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I was really happy with the quality of the flooring we received, and our sales rep was awesome very clear and great communication throughout the process and I thought the shipping and everything and pricing was really reasonable. I’m doing quite a few remodel and rent or flip projects and now we’re going to start using you guys over Lowe’s or Home Depot your pricing was very competitive and just easier to deal with quite frankly, so thanks again and look forward to working with you again soon we obviously like to keep our margins strong as possible on these investment property so anytime you have a good specials or leftover inventory. Keep me posted.
12 January, 2023
Cathy Dively
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
While the floors are not yet down as we're preparing for a kitchen reno, working with the folks from Cali was a great experience. They were responsive and patient sending out many samples quickly and following up with me consistently. While initially skeptical as he was not familiar with Cali, my contractor was very impressed by the quality of the flooring after seeing the samples. Shipping was on time and the communication was generally very good throughout that process. Cannot wait to get my new floor down.
9 January, 2023
HU-915924740
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Super happy with this product and the company!!
The vinyl planks exceeded my expectations…. From the delivery to the installation everything was faultless.
Delivery - product was well protected and packaged so no damage to planks.
The size of the planks are realistic and it’s hard to tell that it’s not wood (but better) hard wearing material.
Installation I did myself and with some online tuition and practice the product lays down very well. Be patient and prepare correctly, there’s a method when installing them and two people is better than one……. As the planks are long when guiding the join up. Don’t force them you’ll break the t&g style connection.
6 January, 2023
Tracy Hand
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We are loving our new floors! Alexis helped us with purchasing, shipping and even picking out the best floor color for our unique Florida log home . She was awesome! Cali responded quickly when we had a couple of things missing from our shipment. Our floors look amazing! So happy we went with Cali flooring! Excellent product and excellent service!
6 January, 2023
Sharona Shooshani
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The Floors look amazing and my clients are VERY happy. I believe that the sales help could be more helpful and caring.
2 January, 2023
Christopher Snyder
Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Excellent quality product. I am disappointed in a couple particulars. I asked my sales associate where the product was manufactured and they didn't state explicitly I wish it was manufactured in the Americas using our recycled plastics, not China. Each board is individually wrapped in plastic, which creates immense waste and very time consuming to remove. After some rains, mold has developed on the unnecessary paperwork included with each board. I wasn't able to recycle either given the plastic wasn't clean. I I'm buying this product in-part due to it's eco footprint and these issues are counter to that end. If the plastic is necessary to protect the product I question it's durability.
23 December, 2022
HU-202678842
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic customer service, and a spectacular product. The floors are amazing. I can’t recommend this company enough. Our house has been transformed.
16 December, 2022
kjrprmeyers
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I have ordered from Cali Floors twice now on two different projects. Both times it has been a pleasure working with Steve Z. The communication was great, customer service was beyond expectation, and I am very happy with the Vinyl Longboards. It was easy to work with Steve when I changed my mind with the first color choice I made. I would highly recommend Steve and Cali Floors.
10 December, 2022
Sarah Schryvers
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great product. Easy to install. Fast efficient service. There were no instructions for installation but this was our 3rd time installing LVP so we knew what to do.
7 December, 2022
cynthia V
Average rating: 2 out of 5 stars
We had samples of this before we installed and the material that clicks the planks together was breaking. We were assured it was just because it was a smaple and that it wouldn't happen to the flooring once installed. Well, here we are 6 months later and it IS happening! There are 3 different places were the planks are separating and lifting because the connection has been broken. Now the rep won't get back to our installer and it's ridiculous! Way overpriced and don't count on company support if there's a problem!
1 December, 2022
HU-438756618
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I used the Classic Acacia mute step vinyl plank for my finished basement and couldn't be happier! Great product, excellent customer service.
19 November, 2022
amandamandamain
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great customer service from Steve Z. I was trying to match some existing flooring and they sent me several samples. Found the perfect match. It was Easy ordering with Quick shipping and delivery. The product was in great condition when arrived. And looks Fabulous in our dining room and kitchen!!
8 November, 2022
HU-350436908
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Jim was very informative, and really sold us. This is the second time we have installed your products, and love the products.
7 November, 2022
HU-703909231
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
They were amazing! Easy to work with, honest, quick shipping, gave me a good deal! Beautiful strong flooring arrived in perfect condition.
12 September, 2022
HU-13711778
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Purchased the Cali Vinyl Pro with Mute Step in South Seas Oak for my basement (installed over concrete with Cali's 6mm underlayment). The quality of the product is really high, and the install was amazingly easy. The finished product looks amazing as well as feels solid (and quiet!) like a study hardwood. My 2 crazy Boxer dogs run around on it without any apparent scratches to the flooring (unlike the hardwood that I have on my home's main level). Chose Cali vinyl for basement for both color selection and very low VOCs (greenest vinyl plank flooring that I could find in the color that I needed). I worked with Steve at Cali and he was amazing: great customer service, answered all my questions as well as advised on product and its install. Delivery was fast (within the week I placed order) and everything arrived nicely packed and undamaged. Just a great experience overall -- and I'm super pleased with the product. Highly recommend.
12 August, 2022
Happy with the selection we made. Just the right size and length and service was more than satisfactory. This project took longer than expected due to global circumstance. But we were able to get right back on track without much hassle.
30 July, 2022
angielnorris
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
This is our second time flooring a home with Cali bamboo but the first buying direct. Ian was so great to work with, stayed in touch throughout the process, and ensured that the flooring was delivered when we needed it. I can't say enough good things about our experience buying direct with Ian. Although we haven't gotten around to installing yet, the flooring is beautiful. We will recommend Cali to everyone. Thank you Ian!
21 June, 2022
HU-2098497
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The whole shopping experience with Cali Floors was very good thanks to Andrea's friendly, helpful professionalism. The Odyssey engineered flooring boards came fast and very well packaged, and though we have not installed them yet, the quality looks really good. Not too much spillage as far as I can see.
19 June, 2022Last modified:26 June, 2022
HU-956532009
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Love my floors…love them. TJ was fantastic. Easy to work with, attentive and professional. Not pushy, but seemed appreciative of my business. These days that seems rare because everyone is already so busy.
17 May, 2022
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! Thank you for the awesome feedback. We are so glad to hear you had a great experience working with, TJ! Please let us know if there is anything else we can do to help. :)
HU-346825173
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great decking product. Wonderful shopping ordering experience. Ordering was easy, delivery was fast and easy to track. Looks great and we really enjoy the deck.
9 May, 2022
HU-739243831
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We just installed a solid Cali bamboo flooring in our house. We have love the product. It was easy to install and looks great!
30 April, 2022
HU-42165826
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
By far this is the best quality of product on the market. There is a great selection to choose from. They also provided outstanding customer service.
27 April, 2022
Sara Ahten
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I can't say enough about the great salespeople at Cali Floors. Marek is such a knowledgeable, personable and helpful representative for your business. Excellent communication every step of the way, and fast shipping of product. Updates sent to me and my contractor were a great help in scheduling the project. I've received outstanding service each time I've bought directly from you - kudos to a business that understands what customers need and delivers it consistently! My new Sandbar Oak floors have transformed my home - they are simply beautiful!
18 April, 2022
HU-121827795
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Jessica O’Loughlin provided outstanding customer service; the order was delivered quickly and in pristine condition; the Java Fossilized Bamboo flooring is beautiful and offers a delightfully unexpected luxurious feel. 100% satisfaction for me.
14 April, 2022
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! Thank you for the great review. We are glad to hear you are enjoying your floor, and appreciate the feedback greatly. Please let us know if you have questions about the product or need additional assistance going forward.
HU-301641481
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Very pleased with every aspect of my purchase! My wife and I had previously put Cali Bamboo in our living room and dining room and have been very pleased with it. When we made the decision to do our bedrooms, it was a given. Thanks Cali for making such a great product!
4 April, 2022
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There, we are so happy to hear our product met your needs for your home and project! We'd love to see the final look. Feel free to send photos to photos@calibamboo.com and we'll enter you in our Project of the Month contest! :)
HU-754467100
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely wonderful experience, it was all done over the phone. Great salesmanship, Great price point, Reasonable delivery and a high quality product! What more can I say???
30 March, 2022
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! We are so glad to hear you are happy with your new CALI floors! Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, we are happy to help!
HU-240741548
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The product looks and feels great. I personally prefer smooth to the embossed texture of the LVP and of course the fact that the pattern is real instead of printed makes it look, in my opinion so much better. I've only had the stuff for about a month and I'd say realistically it scratches. Not everywhere and not at the drop of a hat but I do have a couple scratches that don't quite buff out. Only time will tell on the waterproof aspect. Installation was extremely easy!
24 March, 2022
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! We're glad to hear installation went smooth! Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything else we can do to help! :)
Robert Clemmens
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great product. Casey Rose was excellent to work with over the phone and prompt with delivery of samples, the final product ordered and an expedited need for more material.
22 March, 2022
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Robert! We're so happy to hear you had a great experience working with our team and are loving your new floors! Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything else we can do to assist. Thanks again for your support of our company and products!
HU-349014312
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Love my new Cali Vinyl flooring. The long wide planks look amazing in my 1920’s summer bungalow. Representative was wonderful to work with. Delivered quickly!!
15 March, 2022
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello! We are so happy you are enjoying our products! Our pets love them too! Thank you for your business! Best, CALI
Teresa Holmes
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I received the Cali Bamboo vinyl flooring samples shortly after placing the order. My spouse and I selected the color and ordered the flooring. The items were neatly packed and arrived without any damages. The contractor worked alone and installed the first room in 7.5 hours and the second room the following week in less than 7 hours. Both rooms look terrific and he did not have any problems installing the flooring.
3 March, 2022
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! Wow! Your floors look beautiful! They did an amazing job and we're so glad to see you are loving them! Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything else we can do to help. :)
Salomi Masih
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Sales team was very knowledgeable and helped spend as much time as we needed to make the decision while picking our floors.
They spent hours on the phone with us answering our questions and guiding. Product samples very sent to us timely to start our selection process. Overall very happy with with the product and customer support.
We have not installed the floors yet but the quality of the planks is wonderful and can't wait to enjoy our new floors.
28 February, 2022
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello There! We're glad to hear you had a great experience with our team! We can't wait until you install your floors either! We would love to see the end result, feel free to send us some pictures to photos@calibamboo.com!
HU-730381600
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We wanted the best flooring that looked like real wood. We got this from Cali. Bought the wide plank long boards
23 February, 2022
HU-297637653
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Found the staff very helpful and knowledgeable. Sent samples to be sure of the color. Color looks great and installation was easy.
21 February, 2022
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! We are so glad to hear you are happy with your new CALI floors and the experience you had working with our team! Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, we are happy to help!
vista_farms
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
from start to finish, our rep was helpful, knowledgeable, and available to assist our project needs. the flooring is exceptional quality with a beautiful finish and we will definitely use cali again on our next project
9 February, 2022
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thank you for the great review. We are glad to hear you are enjoying your floor, and appreciate the feedback greatly. We can't wait to work together on your next project! :)
Cassady Smith
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I spent hours researching to find a high quality flooring option that that was not super unaffordable. I stumbled upon Cali’s site after reading about them on a blog that put them in comparison with some of the top “familiar” brands. I purchased some samples and and fell in love with the texture/colors/quality of their floors. I have since installed their flooring in several rooms and plan to in more! I can’t imagine ever using another type of flooring again. Their LVP is top of the line and does not feel fake like most LVP’s on the market. I’d addition, their customer service is OUTSTANDING. They really care about their customers. Everything about this company is FIVE STARS!
13 January, 2022Last modified:13 January, 2022
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Cass! It has been awesome working with you and we're glad to hear you are happy with the quality of your new floors! Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything else our team can do to help! :)
HU-853606274
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The salesperson was very knowledgeable and easy to work with. Quick responses to emails and phone calls. He advised me on which kind of floor would work best for my project. I originally wanted to shop local and visited a store near my home but there not a lot of samples and the salesperson did not know much about vinyl floors. Happy I worked with Cali instead.
8 January, 2022
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! Thank you for the great review! We are so glad to hear you are happy with your new CALI floors! Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, we are happy to help!
Bluegrass Reine
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Cody was an excellent representative, very friendly, helpful and attentive. Never pushy. We love the flooring this far, durable build, beautiful finish very well packaged.
22 December, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! We are so glad to hear you had a great experience working with our team! Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions! Our team is always happy to help! :)
Robert Kargen
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Sales team was very responsive and helpful. They are easy to deal with. Delivery was very quick, less than two weeks.
11 December, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Robert! Thank you for the awesome review! We're so glad to see you had a great experience working with our team! Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions :)
Green Couch Design
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We received everything we requested. There were delays due to covid and other shipping issues resulting in well over 3 months of lag between when we initially order the product and when we received. But their service representative stayed with us the whole way. Helped ups considerably in organizing and ordering. We are very happy with the service and the product.
30 November, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are so glad to see you had a great experience with the service and product! Please do not hesitate to reach out if there's anything else we can do to help! :)
I searched far and wide for an eco- friendly floor. I have chemical sensitivity and allergies. The floor didn't disappoint and are beautiful. Everyone loved them. I settled on the Deep Sea Eucalyptus.
15 November, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Lisa! We are so happy to hear you are happy with your new floors! Customer safety has always been CALI’s top priority. We use only the highest-quality adhesives and manufacturing techniques to ensure our flooring is free of harmful chemicals. If there is anything else we can do to help, please do not hesitate to reach out. Our team is always happy to help!
Bill Draper
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Recently replaced carpet downstairs in our house with Cali lux vinyl. The sales person was extremely helpful and the material quality is top notch. We're loving our new Cali floor.
6 November, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Bill! We're so glad to hear you're loving your new Cali floors! LVP is definitely a perfect, low maintenance replacement for carpet! Let us know if there is anything else we can do to help! :)
Dwayne Kruse
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I do not like the new wood with it being engineered. I prefer the resin infused stranded bamboo. but the floor is beautiful. Alex is awesome and helpful with return sales. my whole family has used him.
2 November, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Dwayne, thank you for the awesome review! We are so glad to hear you've had a great experience working with, Alex! He is definitely one of the best! Don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything else we can do to help!
They were just great on all levels, i posted an extensive review on their site so I will just say, check them out, we ordered Yosemite 8.25" planks for a deck resurfacing and it looks fantastic! It is a large deck so this width is perfect! Ask for their samples, best luck with your projects
22 October, 2021
jasonlsearcy
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Cameron, the salesperson, was awesome. He was knowledgeable about the product and was able to answer questions accurately off the cuff. The product was as advertised, good quality, and it looks great in our room.
19 October, 2021
HU-767872285
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
If you want the best. Go with Cali. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Products is above my expectations. Love the Denali 3D.
16 October, 2021
Alyssa Ridder
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Their customer service was amazing, the product is beautiful, and it shipped and was delivered quickly. Will order from them again for the next project.
12 October, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Alyssa! We're so happy to hear you had a great experience working with our team and are loving your new floors! Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything else we can do to assist. Thanks again for your support of our company and products!
HU-897176824
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The quality of the wood floor we purchased is incredible. We got the solid mocha bamboo flooring. I'm about half way done putting it in. It's much easier to install than some of the Pergo laminate floors I've done in the past, and it looks so much nicer. My only word of warning to anyone who chooses this wonderful flooring is wear gloves. I got a lot of very small, hard to get out splinters until I I started wearing some light gloves. I guess it proves it's solid wood. Anyway, we love this flooring!
8 October, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There, Thank you so much for your feedback! Let us know if you need anything else going forward or if you want to share some pictures we love to see those too. Best,
S. Bedwell
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We are very pleased. The flooring was packed well and arrived in excellent condition. The installation has been relatively easy. Best of all, it looks beautiful!
7 October, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! We are so glad to hear you are happy with your new CALI floors! Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, we are happy to help!
oprahrocks
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
These floors are the best. i’ve just done my third property in Cali vinyl and I expect to do another one this summer and more as money permits. It’s all about natural elm. Everyone thinks it’s real wood. Reach down and touch them, they feel real. The Elm shows no dirt. I’ve laid down the Java and that actually does show foot prints in so I won’t be using that again. Literally, the only thing that is a giveaway that it isn’t wood, is if light hits it in a certain way, at a certain time of day, it doesn’t have the same sheen that natural wood has as you’re looking across the floors surface. You can’t tell by looking straight down at it, though. And you can’t tell if no light is streaming across the floor (like sunlight). Overall, that’s a very small thing. I can tell you that installing these floors is the number one thing you can do to upgrade a place. Better than granite and stainless steel kitchens. Better than remodeling the bathroom. I buy it from my rentals. More expensive definitely but every person that walks in says oh my God I love the floors and wants to rent the place. 50 years of complements like this? And more money for rent. No brainer. I figure, by the time you factor in the cost of tearing out and disposing of whatever flooring was there before, and you pay for underlayment that most floors need as a buffer, (not Cali) and you pay for installation, and baseboard molding, that alone is $4,000 for 1000 square feet (in California anyway). Why not get the benefit of a floor that looks fantastic and real for decades? Otherwise you’re spending all your money on installation. That doesn’t make any sense to me. And no matter what laminate, vinyl or wood you put in, it’s all gonna cost about the same to install. And It’s also super easy to deal with the sales people and The shipments come very well packed and right in schedule.
2 October, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! Wow! Your floors look beautiful! You guys did an amazing job and we're so glad to see you are loving them! Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything else we can do to help. :)
HU-781989764
Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Marek was excellent and helped me through the whole process and was super patient. The product was of very good quality.
I did not give a 5 star because I reordered more material within the month and they were not able to honor the sale price. Otherwise I would have rated them at a 5.
27 September, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There, Thank you so much for your feedback. We will definitely pass this along to our team as we continue growing and improving the overall experience for our customers. Let us know if you need anything else going forward or if you want to share some pictures we love to see those too. Best,
HU-505943673
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great service, excellent product. Product came on time and complete. We will be ordering more to finish our project. Thank you Carlee.
21 September, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! We're so happy to hear you had a great experience working with our team and are loving your new floors! Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything else we can do to assist. Thanks again for your support of our company and products!
HU-369449428
Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars
A little lack of communication on the actual delivery date of the floors. The email sent had a certain date indicated, but that was not the date it was delivered. Took a few emails to figure out when my floors were to be delivered to my residence. A little frustrating as I had to coordinate my help twice, and the first time was for nothing. The actual bamboo floor quality was fantastic and my sales rep Kasey was great.
20 September, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There, Thank you so much for your feedback. We will definitely pass this along to our team as we continue growing and improving the overall experience for our customers. Let us know if you need anything else going forward our team is always happy to help!
HU-723883149
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Jim Destigter was the absolute best. Superior customer service and superior product—will continue to use more from Cali on future projects.
15 September, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thank you for the great review. We are glad to hear you are enjoying your floor, and appreciate the feedback greatly. Please let us know if you have questions about the product or need additional assistance going forward.
HU-503998616
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We are very pleased with the professional service provided by the Cali representative when we were selecting the flooring for a new addition in our home. The Cali Pro flooring we selected is absolutely beautiful, installed easily and quickly (we did use a flooring installation professional), and we are just extremely happy with our new floor. We will be purchasing additional Cali Pro luxury vinyl flooring in the coming months as we complete remodel of other rooms in our home.
9 September, 2021
I purchased Natural Elm PRO Mute Step Wide+ Click Vinyl Plank Flooring. This is gorgeous flooring. It looks like natural wood, easy to install, wonderful to walk on. Everyone who sees the floors comments how beautiful my new wood floors are. When I tell them they’re vinyl not wood they look confused, look closer at the floors, look back up at me with a questioned look of are you sure? These floors are that nice.
7 September, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi there! We are so happy you are enjoying our products! Please let us know if there is anything else ew can do to assist! :)
HU-336856037
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great customer service. Delivery went well and timely.
Ordering was easy and the rep was professional and helpful.
Delivery - the driver was very nice, perfectly on-time and gave me notice when the truck would arrive.
Job well done!!
1 September, 2021
HU-93679913
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
This flooring is amazing , absolutely gorgeous , super easy to install, with the mute step and extra padding underneath there is no noise downstairs when walking around upstairs .
31 August, 2021
the finished product is beautiful, but as someone who doesn't do this on a regular basis, installation was not really fun. It seems like there is such a small 'window' of where it will click into place, and if you don't recognize what that is, you're going to end up re-doing a lot. Tongue and groove would have been a lot easier to work with. The strips tended to be very fragile and we ended up breaking a number of them - good thing we got extra...but the finished product is beautiful and worth it. Love that it is essentially waterproof and I don't have to worry about any swelling when water gets on it. Customer service is excellent! Mike was amazing and very patient with me and all of my questions.
11 August, 2021
HU-309013914
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Added a 1,000 square feet of vinyl longboards. Beautiful product and Cali Bamboo is a great firm. Will definitely use them for future projects.
28 July, 2021
HU-14228080781
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The individual assistance was terrific Austin returned my calls and emails and then he works with the installer. Excellent experience all around
23 July, 2021
HU-928328768
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
GREAT PRODUCT! looks so nice in our home. Easy to order and Rick Campos was super to work with. Order came on time and was well packed with no damage. Very happy with whole process of ordering, receipt, install and how it looks.
22 July, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thank you for the great review. We are glad to hear you are enjoying your floor, and appreciate the feedback greatly. Please let us know if you have questions about the product or need additional assistance going forward.
HU-707537950
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great product at a good price with excellent customer service. Wide selection of flooring‘s to choose from, I would highly recommend.
19 July, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! Wow! Your floors look beautiful! We're so glad to see you are loving them! Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything else we can do to help. :)
Cameron Bowlby was fantastic. He listened , offered professional suggestions when asked, sent me samples based on our discussions. In the end I got the castaway oak, which was one of his suggestions. I couldn’t be happier and I can’t wait until they can be installed.
Quality of the product and that it doesn’t have the chemicals and the off gassing that other vinyl flooring has.
13 July, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! Thank you for taking the time to leave this awesome review and for your support of our company! Let us know if you have any questions, we're happy to help!
HU-419795044
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Cali vinyl flooring is an excellent product! Great colors! We are new to this product and our customers seem to love it. Customer service is exceptional! Mary is a pleasure to work with!
13 July, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience with our team! Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, we're always happy to help! :)
HU-965411000
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
customer service was good all around. Product looks great all around. The product did seem tough to lock together than some other vinyl I have used.
24 June, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. If you ever come across any hiccups installing our floors, do not hesitate to reach out to our product experts at 1(888) 788-2254. We are always happy to help! :)
HU-310813507
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great customer service and assistance! Delivery was on time, as promised. Beautiful and durable! Representative was patient and prompt sending samples. Definitely recommend Cali flooring!
21 June, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello! We're glad to hear you had a great experience! Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions :)
steveozawa
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Sifting through the myriads of floor options was a major headache. Visiting all of the big warehouse stores only made it worse. My wife and I could not find a suitable wood flooring we could both agree on—or speak to anyone who was knowledgeable about the products they were selling. Searching online, I came across Cali Bamboo and discovered their wonderful vinyl flooring products.
I was pleasantly surprised with the numerous wood color options available and was very impressed with it's construction and build. My contractor even made mention of its quality. Even better, the pricing was more than competitive and ordering was a snap. I spoke with an actual Consultant who knew the product inside-out, was personable and sent me all the samples I needed.
Our floors look fabulous and everyone gushes about them! You've made our remodel a giant leap easier and we could not be any happier. Thanks Cali Bamboo!
9 June, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello! These look beautiful!! Thank you for submitting your review. We're so happy to hear our team was able to help make this giant leap easier. If you ever have any questions regarding the care and maintenance of your floor, do not hesitate to reach out. Our team is always happy to help.
HU-694669035
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Ty was great! He helped us through every step of the process - sending us sample flooring, answering all our questions, working with our contractor, and helping us get the best price possible. He was always available, information and we appreciated his professionalism and enthusiasm. We are looking forward to installation and can't wait to see how the floors look in our home.
9 June, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi There! We're so glad to hear you've had a great experience with Ty, he is definitely awesome! Let us know if you have any questions! :)
Jim Birmingham
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Love the product! Love the look upon completion. Easy to work with.
Great product and never needs sanding or staining either
4 June, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Jim! Glad you had an easy time working with our floors! Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions :)
Amanda Bushey
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I have just had my floors installed and I'm thrilled with them. Beautiful, just the look I wanted, easy to clean, and love that warranty that no other company can compete with because their product can't compete! Thank you, Cali Bamboo!
27 May, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Amanda! We're glad to hear you're thrilled with your new floors! Let us know if you have any questions, we're happy to help :)
Kimberly Reny
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful! Absolutely beautiful ...We chose the fossilized mocha tongue and groove bamboo flooring... We had it installed yesterday... and could not be happier with how it came out... Gorgeous color, Compliments are new kitchen cabinets and black granite countertops perfectly... Our contractor said it went down a fairly easy and there wasn't any issues with the install. Thank-you Steve Zanini for your many patient, non-pushy phone calls, and willingness to send as many samples until we arrived at the right flooring option for us...
21 May, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Kimberly! Thank you for taking the time to leave your review! We're so happy to hear you love your new floors :) Let us know if you have any questions, we're happy to help!
HU-550714729
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Cali Bamboo advised me for my flooring and they sent me some samples of the material, Tommy, the representative,was
very helpful,cordial,and professional. He sent me the right amount to order and other advices. The price was not that expensive,far less
cheaper then other stores (local stores). I was very pleased.
8 May, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi there! We're so happy to hear you had a great experience working with Tommy! Let us know if there is anything else we can do, we are always happy to help! :)
Your decking product is so beautiful and such a great look with our home. We are so happy we chose your product.
6 May, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi there! Thank you so much for your words and support of our company! Let us know if there is anything else we can do to help! :)
HU-342461167
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Their service is exceptional Jimmy was knowledgeable about their product. Answered all my questions, flooring arrived on time. We will be installed soon, and can't wait.
30 April, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi there! We are glad to hear you had a great experience! Please, let us know if there's anything else we can do for you :)
HU-704273640
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Although the deck is not installed just yet I can see how beautiful it is going to be, and the superb quality is way better than the other competitor, as well as great customer service.
24 April, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review, we love hearing back from our customers! Let us know if you run into any questions during your installation. :)
After many hours of looking into different Vinyl Luxury Plank flooring, we decided on Cali Bamboo. I am very happy with the Seaboard Oak Longboards. I ordered probably 20 different flooring samples, read reviews after reviews, until I was sure this was the flooring we wanted to go with. I ordered directly from their website. I was in contact with the sales rep Ryan through the whole process. He was able to get it to us in a few weeks. I have received many compliments so far and am very happy with the end result.
22 April, 2021
HU-922932245
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great service, great product, and materials were sent on time! Tracking was available once shipped and Cali Bamboo was very responsive.
9 April, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi there! We are happy to hear you had a great experience with our team! Let us know if there is anything else we can do to help. :)
elaine guest
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I have had such a positive experience with Cali on two separate occasions, I cannot say enough good things about them. The sales rep, Jessica, was helpful and positive each time I talked with her. When things were not quite what was promised (shipped too early), they made compensation without question. But best of all the product is phenomenal. I laid 600 ft sq of engineered bamboo my first time and the flooring went together effortlessly and the end results were breathtaking. Unfortunately, after a home flood, the entire house had to be refloored. Of course I called on Cali again, with the same great service and great product. I would highly recommend Cali to anyone.
7 April, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Elaine! Thank you so much for sharing your story! We're glad we were able to help. Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything else we can do to help! :)
HU-171814580
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We have not installed the flooring as of yet but the experience of the purchase and the quality of the product compared to the alternative choices
3 April, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello! Thank you for your feedback! We are excited for you to start your project! Let us know if you have any questions, we are always happy to help :)
HU-823016860
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The person I dealt with was kind and patient. I took a while to decide what I wanted, but he stuck through it with me until the end! I haven’t installed the floor yet, as there were some shipping issues (Not Cali Bamboo problems) but I’m sure it’ll look beautiful! Very good quality and sustainably sourced.
3 April, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi there! Thank you for your feedback, our team of green building consultants are here to patiently help you through as you find your dream floor! Let us know if you have any questions, we are happy to help! :)
HU-114955537
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Quality product, quality service, and all delivered in a timely manner! Thank you for a professional experience. I will certainly shop here again.
28 March, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thanks for your feedback! We look forward to working with you again in the future :)
Lawrence Harrison
Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Overall very pleased with the products and customer service was excellent. Gluing the floor was not easy. One guy install is tough on cleanup.
26 March, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Lawrence, your new floors look beautiful! Let us know if you have any other questions :)
Awesome product. I love the way it looks now that it has turned into my garden boxes! Durable, gorgeous, and not too hard to work with, just heavy... which is good now that it is in the garden!
23 March, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello! This is great to hear! We'd love to see your project, it sounds like a fun one! Feel free to send photos to photos@calibamboo.com :)
HU-96009743
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
After being helped quite a bit by Mitchell Dwelley, a Cali representative, and considering multiple samples Mitchell arranged to have sent to me, I purchased the Cali Windswell Hickory vinyl longboards as well as the Cali Complete underlayment and metalized seal tape. Everything I ordered was carefully packaged and arrived ahead of schedule. Installation over old ceramic tile was completed by two workers in one day. Making changes to a home originally constructed in 1790 can be a real challenge, but we are delighted with our very attractive new kitchen floor! Also relevant is the fact that the total project cost was far below what it would have been had we decided to replace the old ceramic tile floor.
22 March, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello! We're glad to hear you had a great experience with our team and flooring! Let us know if there is anything else we can do for you :)
I love Sunflowers
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Cali Bamboo is, without exaggeration nor doubt, the flooring supply company of dreams. This company went above and beyond both in product quality and customer service and I really wish I could give them an even higher rating, because five stars seems so little to evaluate how amazing these guys are.
You know how they often say, the representative is a reflection of the company and our representative, Kyle K., is an embodiment of all the good qualities which made our experience so wonderful: professional, friendly, mindful of the needs of the customer, attentive, organized, detail-driven, communicative, and, most importantly for us, sincere and consistent.
From the very beginning, Kyle worked with our budget, our schedule, and our concerns. He explained everything thoroughly so we understood every aspect of the process. He answered all our questions, always replied promptly to our calls and messages, and even sent us more samples in our set just so we would have more to look at and be confident with our final selection. He was there every step of the way from consultation to selection to ordering to making sure the shipments arrived properly: the follow through was always there.
We have had bamboo floors for the last 18 years, but unfortunately, a pipe broke under our kitchen island and the flooding ruined a good part of them across several spaces in the house. Having to deal with such a stressful situation, it was wonderful to find a company which made the process easier, as opposed to more difficult.
Thanks to them, we were able to have bamboo floors again, because we loved this look and did not want to give it up, and Cali Bamboo through Kyle helped us achieve exactly what we wanted to restore our home the way we wanted. The floor is beautiful and we are so happy.
We did experience some issues with our contractor, unfortunately and by contrast, which resulted in missing essential parts for them to complete our project and in a surplus of other pieces from the original order. Kyle was there to help and support us to work through the difficulties presented by this other company. He was patient and effective, helping us with overnight shipping of the missing pieces we needed and helping with the processing of a return for the surplus we no longer needed.
There in the good times and the bad times, what more can we say? Thank you Cali Bamboo and a big THANK YOU Kyle!!! We now know who to call if we ever need more floor and who, confidently, to recommend to our friends and family.
18 March, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi there! Thank you for this glowing review! We've passed your review along to Kyle! :) Please, let us know if there is anything else you need, we are happy to help! :)
Kyle did a great job helping me find the perfect flooring. And when it arrived it was even better than I had hoped. The prices are very competitive, too.
16 March, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Bruce, this looks great! Love the new floor! Let us know if you have any questions! We're happy to help :)
HU-177150520
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I love the look and feel of the floor and I can tell it’s quality material! Thanks Cali Bamboo for getting it to me so quickly. I’ll definitely order more in the future.
12 March, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Glad to hear you had a great experience! We are looking forward to working with you in the future, please let us know if there is anything else we can do! :)
krbloom155
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Cameron Bowlby is A++. If not for his efforts, we might not have purchased Cali. We are grateful we did! We love our new Seaboard Oak Longboards flooring. ❤️
2 March, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello, thank you for taking the time to review us! Cameron is great and we're glad you had a great experience with our team! We look forward to working with you on any future flooring projects you may have :)
Mary Sweeney
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We opted for luxury vinyl planking. The service was excellent and fast! Love the product. Will work well with our dogs.
28 February, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Mary, thanks for the stars! Please let us know if there is anything else we can do to help! :)
Chris Ludlow
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Rarely do you have such an excellent example of a SUPERIOR product and an amazing employee. This is my third large order of Cali Bamboo, and I’ve never been more pleased. The first two 12/2018 (Java) and 08/2019 were through Lowe’s, which went fine, and obviously the product made it easy to reorder. The thing that made this latest order for our new (built in 2008) house so great was the OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE and EXPERTISE. Thank you Team Cali Bamboo and especially Stephanie.
27 February, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Chris, thank you so much for taking the time to review our team. We look forward to hopefully working with you on future projects! Let us know if there is anything else we can do for you! :)
HU-579743145
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Cali Bamboo doesn't just have a great product with amazing aesthetics, their team of consultants are the real selling point of their company. One consultant in particular had me sold on not just my second purchase from Cali but also a third. Ty Heilman's ability to properly inform and reason helped me to make the best decisions for my purchases. Without Ty's expertise I would have made several meticulous mistakes that would of otherwise wasted money and time that I can not afford. With another child on the way, I have limited resources. Ty's careful consideration to my situation made sure that I would receive my product in a timely and affordable manner. If it wasn't for consultants like Ty Heilman I would have taken my chances going into a general home improvement store to make a best guess at what it was I needed, unless I would risk asking one of the inexperienced numb-nuts that happened to be on staff in that department. I would and have recommended Cali Bamboo to others. Thanks Ty
22 February, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello! We're glad to hear you had a great experience with Ty - he is awesome! Let us know if there is anything else we can do for ya!
HU-648066526
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Your service and product's were excellent . Very easy to install and right on time delivery. Your prices are hard to beat
19 February, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to review us! :)
HU-170344681
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Our order came faster than expected and was in great condition when it arrived. We’ve now had our floors down for 4 months and we’re so glad that we chose Cali Bamboo. The floors look great and our two large German Shepherds are no match for the true hardness and durability of the fossilized floors. We completed one whole level in our home and will definitely be moving on to finish the second level soon. Installation with the click fit makes it super simple to get great results. We’ve used other click fit products in the past but these worked so much more consistently on every board we laid. 1600 sq ft. and ready for more. Definitely a great product and top level service from Mitchell Dwelley. Everything from taking the order to delivery of the boards and trim to our door step.
19 February, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we're glad to hear you had a great experience! Let us know if there is anything else we can do for you!
Floor ring is not slippery, is quite sturdy with a tough wear layer, yet resilient underfoot. I like the fact that it has an inner core of lime stone that will not compress or collapse under the weight of a heavy object. It was very easy to install.
12 February, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello! We're glad to hear you're happy with your floors! Let us know if there is anything else we can do for you :)
AAR Renovations LLC
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
It s the best place to buy for your flooring needs. The materials are the tops. The sales representative is top too and they even send you free samples. It s the best.
11 February, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Ellen, thanks for the review! We're glad to hear you had a great experience working with our team :)
Lois McManus
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
It’s pretty rare to find someone in an online buying experience who is really knowledgeable and can help to guide a really good selection. I have purchased from Cali Bamboo twice now. The pricing was the attraction at first, but the expertise from the rep I got both times was amazing. Everything went perfectly: color selection, product appropriate selection, helpfulness in getting the color and style, and very good responsiveness (fast and attentive). Then there was the coordination of shipping per our schedule needs..inn a pandemic even. Everything went like clockwork, and that was very appreciated.
11 February, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Lois, we're glad to hear you had a great experience working with our team! Please let us know if there is anything else we can do to help! :)
Blu Sequoia Modern Inc.
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
These Guys Do a Great Job on Response, Quality of Product and are agressive with Pricing. Great to Order From !!
11 February, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello! Thank you for sharing your experience with us, we love to hear this! :)
Thank you for a great solution to finish our basement floor. We choose CaliBamboo vinyl plank in aged hickory and we are very pleased with how it turned out!
6 February, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thanks for the review! We are happy to hear you're happy with your floors! Let us know if you need anything else :)
HU-679966013
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Customer service and follow up was outstanding and the quality of the floor excellent!. I highly recommend! Looking forward to my next project.
11 January, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We're looking forward to working with you again soon!
BEST SERVICE EVER! My sales rep was AMAZING to work with and customer service is the best in the business! Customer for life!
7 January, 2021
Comment from Cali Floors:
This is great to hear! Thank you so much for your support!!
Diane Court
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Brenton has been a super rep for Cali products - Always responsive, he is courteous and helpful and shared useful information as I was making my decision about options and deciding which flooring to purchase.
20 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Diane, this looks beautiful! We're so happy to hear you had a great experience. We would love to get photos so we can highlight your work and include you in our Project of the Month contest: to enter, email at least 4 photos to photos@calibamboo.com. (you can also win a $250 Amazon gift card!)
Completed install of 1700 Square feet of cali in my lower level. The flooring has great color dimension and really brought the space together. Quality product with smooth install.
11 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
We are so happy to hear this. Thank you for sharing your review, let us know if you need anything else! :)
MARTHA MORGAN
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
LOVE our flooring! Fair price and quality product. Cali Bamboo is the BEST! Will be buying our flooring from them again in the future.
10 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Martha, thank you so much! We're happy you love your flooring and we are looking forward to working with you again! :)
Peter Xu
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Your customer service is excellent! Staff take care of issues right away and I'm a happy customer and will purchase from your company again! I highly recommend your product to everyone and actually my neighbor is already looking into it after seeing my result.
9 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Peter, we are happy to hear you were happy with our service and product! Let us know if there is anything else you may need. :)
HU-868449252
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The customer Rep Ryan Tolan was prompt with delivering excellent customer service by answering questions and providing us with samples. The service was good on providing information on delivery, prep and installation. We love our flooring. We’re so glad we made Cali Bamboo our choice for our home flooring!
9 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thank you so much for your feedback! We are happy to hear you are happy with your purchase. Please let us know if you need anything else :)
Great customer service from our personal rep. It was also very nice to be in communication with the same rep each and every time - it was a breath of fresh air! Bamboo flooring is beautiful and holding up so well to the heavy everyday use!
7 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thank you for your review! We're glad to hear you're loving your new flooring! Let us know if there's anything else we can do for you :)
DIY installed Cali Mocha Fossilized Wide Click Eco-Engineered floor in master bedroom, 2 walk in closets and hallway. Purchased direct from Cali.
Positives: 1. Beautiful floor. 2. Hardest floor around - My dogs (55 and 85 lbs) can't hurt it. 3. Interlock was easy to install. 4. Board length is 78", so we liked there were not as many joints as with 36". 5. Cali's underlayment is easy to work with since it folds and cuts easily. Good sound damping. 6. Good customer service and they sent samples.
Negatives: 1. Most boards were warped, although they did lock together easily ( acclimated boards for 5+ days after removing them from box). The floor wasn't particularly level so I went for it and completed the installation. After quarter round trim was installed by the baseboard (brad nailed to baseboard), the planks would flex and squeak if we walked near the wall. I spaced the quarter round trim away from the floor so the plank wouldn't flex up and touch the trim. Also added some underlayment near the high spots to reduce flex. 2. I thought color variation was excessive and required careful selection to make it look decent.
Bottom line is this is a beautiful, hard floor that is easy to care for. Just figure out a strategy for dealing with the warping.
7 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Kevin, thanks for taking the time to leave a review. Your new flooring looks beautiful, you guys did a great job at matching the colors and laying it down. If you need anything or have any questions, don't hesitate to give us a call :)
Lynn Bowen
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We just had the Natural Solid T&G Eucalyptus installed and are so happy we choose it. Alex with CaliBamboo was awesome to work with and able to answer my many questions in a timely manner. He was very helpful. We LOVE our floors and have already received several compliments on it. Feels really nice under foot too.
6 December, 2020Last modified:6 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Lynn, that looks great! We would love to get photos so we can highlight your work and include you in our Project of the Month contest: to enter, email at least 4 photos to photos@calibamboo.com. (you can also win a $250 Amazon gift card!)
HU-297089932
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We bought 1500 sq feet of grey ash vinyl planks for our basement and we have a dark grey bamboo flooring on our main living space which is around 1500sq ft. So far we have completed 3 rooms downstairs with the vinyl. It has been very easy to install and we are loving it. I almost wish I would have done the vinyl upstairs too. I love our hard bamboo flooring but it does show everything, including feet prints. But I do have 5 kids and 2 dogs so it’s pretty chaotic in my house. Our hard bamboo flooring is 5 years old and it has held up very well to all the wear and tear it gets from our family of seven. I recommend any Cali bamboo flooring.
6 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
We are glad to hear you had an easy time installing your new floor! Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you :)
Cali Bamboo was great to work with. Their sales rep Brenton Ford was really helpful in making sure I had all the information and materials I needed to make a selection. He sent out numerous samples so I could see how they would coordinate with my existing wood doors, furniture and hearth. Brenton was able to help me spread the costs over several days since my credit card does not have a high enough limit to do it in one payment. I ordered the Aged Amber Geo Wood for the whole house (except the bathrooms) and am really happy with it. It has more tonal variation than the sample suggested which makes it look more like regular plank flooring. He kept me informed on when to expect the shipment and even honored my original pricing when I needed to add a bit more when the project was underway. I would highly recommend them and this product.
6 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
We are glad to hear you had a great experience with our team! Please let us know if there is anything else we can do to help! :)
HU-270891909
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great product and fast shipping - I would do it in a heartbeat again - was the best decision to go with them
5 December, 2020
srubino1964
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Justin provided great service and helped when making a decision on flooring for my home. The ordering process was easily submitted and delivery was quick. Thank you!!
5 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
This is really great to hear! Thanks for the review! :)
HU-65713725
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Very good service. They helped me with twice of my orders, and provided good price and fast shipping.
4 December, 2020
We think that our new bamboo floor looks fantastic. It also helped that our installers did a flawless job of installing it. It's been a couple of months since it was installed but I still constantly admire how nice it looks.
4 December, 2020
HU-242667710
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
As a Registered NYC/NJ Architect of 40 years I have seen and specified many different types of products, some have been big winners and some not so much. Your Cali Bamboo Denali Wide Decking Series and matching Railing System was so impressive that I had to use these products on my very own home. The look and the quality of your product, as well as its ease of installation was so impressive that in my office your product line is now my go to first selection.
4 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
This is awesome to hear! Glad you liked it! Thank you so much for the feedback :)
Brian McCarthy
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
3 golden retrievers can’t scratch this flooring. Harder than oak and looks like walnut. Clicks in place with ease. Can float or glue. We glued on slab over 2,000 sf. Great quality at a fair price.
4 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Brian, thank you so much for reviewing us! We love hearing your feedback :)
Barbara Murphy
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The flooring was easy to install, great price and selection and looks fantastic. Our sales rep, Francisco, was very helpful and checked with us later to make sure everything went smoothly.
4 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Barbara, thanks for the review! We're glad to hear you had a great experience with, Francisco!
K & M Design
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Compared to the usual pressure treated wood product Cali decking is absolutely superior. It may cost significantly more but the end result is well worth it. No splinters, fraying, bent boards, nail pops, color variations, etc etc. Hidden fastners are just that and are relatively easy to install. Material cuts perfectly making for barely visible butt joints. Will never have to seal or reseal! This was for a 12 x 50 ft deck creekside.
2 December, 2020Last modified:6 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thanks for the review, K & M Design! Let us know if you need anything else! :)
HU-421611557
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Cali Bamboo has beautiful options and very high quality. My rep, Steve Crane has been very professional and has gotten every question answered quickly. If he didn't know and answer he went to the experts in the company. They sent out samples very quickly and the products were delivered in a very timely manner once the order was placed. I have done several projects with Steve and Cali and every part of it went very smoothly and the installs turned out great!!!
2 December, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to review us, we really appreciate the feedback! :)
emmadalefrankenstein
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I loved working with Ryan Cohen! He did an excellent job of helping me through the entire flooring process - from hearing out my design ideas and helping me pick samples to getting the order to my door I felt completely taken care of. The customer service is 5 star, and the product matches the care I received!
30 November, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Emma! Thank you for the feedback :) It was great working with you!
Taylor households, LLC
Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Great product! Easy to install. One thing that lacked was clarity with our representative on how much to order. We almost did not have enough boards and we had a full unopened bag of screws left over which they would not take back. All in all I'd order this product again.
28 November, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us your feedback. We will be sure to keep this in mind moving forward so we can deliver the best customer experience. :) Let us know if you need anything else!
HU-503672076
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent customer service and communication throughout. The sales person was super helpful with showing examples including an install at his parent's house! Beautiful product and shipped quickly. What else could you want?
27 November, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to review us, we really appreciate the feedback!
Grace Garcia
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
One of the best decisions I made when I researched the type of flooring I was interested in for my kitchen remodel, and came across Cali Bamboo. I enjoyed even the story about how these two friends came up with the idea and began their business. Anyway, I thought it’d be a problem getting it since I’m in NY, however, the young man that returned my call, made it possible, quick and efficient. I got my beautiful slabs on time. Everyone loves them! I love them!
25 November, 2020
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Grace,
Thank you so much for leaving your review, we're happy to hear you loved your flooring :)
Thank you so much for leaving your review, we're happy to hear you loved your flooring :)
anne_flaucher
Average rating: 1 out of 5 stars
Purchased this product in the fall of 2017. Since then I have fought with customer service and warranty people. We installed the deck per instructions by a professional contractor.
Now I am told that my expensive high quality patio furniture is the reason that the deck is getting "marred" the pool water is at fault for leaving stains on the deck. The problems are caused by the installation........not enough air flow THE DECK IS FOUR FEET OFF THE GROUND. It is rocked underneath!!!
The "fix" is a pen to hide the marks OR I can clean it every time we use is with THEIR cleaners. Who has a composite deck that needs to be scrubbed after every use!!!
I cannot go any further until a certified inspector comes to inspect the deck for structural issues.......how do structural issues cause scuffs, water stains etc!!! Of course I have to pay for the inspections!!!!
Awful product BAMDECK.............
30 June, 2020
HU-286421314
Average rating: 1 out of 5 stars
I tried to get a quote. Waited a long time for a reply only to have the guy tell me they couldn't sell to me and couldn't even give me a quote because I had bought a couple boxes of their flooring from Lowe's before. Guess I shouldn't have mentioned it .......what the heck.
21 November, 2019
Mary Zullo
Average rating: 1 out of 5 stars
Buyer Beware! Horrible, Horrible , Horrible! I purchased $4,000.00 worth of vinyl flooring and tried to cancel it before it was delivered to my home as my contractor said it would not work for my project. They never told me about a $1500.00 re stocking/shipping fee if I was to cancel. So yes this company screws you if you need to cancel the order. They are all about lining their pockets and not about customer service. From other reviews Have read it appears this company won't be in business long.
26 August, 2019
Comment from Cali Floors:
We are sorry to hear that you are unhappy with your experience with Cali Bamboo thus far. Steven, a support supervisor, is ready to work with you to find a satisfactory resolution.
Glenn Goodrum
Average rating: 2 out of 5 stars
I do not recommend that anyone buy Cali Bamboo. Please read the negative reviews on Yelp first! I have a whole floor with "Java" bamboo. The floor is nice, but the transitions didn't match! I sent them back, and they sent a second set, which still didn't match. Come on! When you make the transitions out of the same wood with the same stain, why is it so hard to make them match??? The last I heard from them, they said that had to send a board from my batch back to CHINA (yes, back to CHINA) so they could match the stain. Give me a break! The only reason I didn't give them a 1-star review is because the floor itself is nice. But after these hassles, I wish I had never heard of Cali Bamboo.
3 March, 2019
LaValle Flooring Inc
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Their focus on customer service, their really unique designs, and their offering of things other than flooring have made them an excellent partner for our flooring business. We can't wait to bring on more of their product lines!
18 November, 2018
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thank you LaValle Flooring for the stars and kind words!
linda gregory
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
This is our third order with Cali Bamboo for fossilized bamboo flooring. We had bamboo flooring installed in the basement and the first floor eight years ago. I did research and was impressed by the hardness of the floors and the air quality testing for VOCs. The floors are in rental units and still look like new. Our last order was for 1600 sf that was installed on the ground floor of a Florida house. As we had expected the floors look great and the upkeep is minimal.
We have worked with Christy O'Dell for all three orders. She has been accommodating and knowledgeable. Our window of delivery was very limited and she was able to schedule the delivery to work out perfectly with our schedule. Thank you Christy and Cali Bamboo.
25 March, 2018
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thanks for the feedback Linda, I'll be sure to forward this on to Christy. Also, we'd love to see photos. Send them to photos@calibamboo.com.
Bernard Stupski
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Christa O'Dell has been my POC at Cali Bamboo for two years during which I submitted maybe 6 orders for various projects in a house I purchased for retirement. She has been a delightful person to deal with on everything. She offers expert assistance, finds past orders very quickly, completes new orders fast and accurately, and always provides the details about delivery that have proven to be "spot on".
2 March, 2018
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thank you for the feedback and kind words Bernard. I'll be sure and forward this on to Christy.
Genette Fuller
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Working with both Alex and Marissa at Cali Bamboo has been a delightful experience. Alex provided quite a bit of knowledge in placing our order, helping us to choose the correct amount of the ideal bamboo planks and adhesives that would be right for our situation. Unfortunately, one single carton was damaged in shipment and two items never arrived, apparently went missing in shipment. Marissa was very quick to address the problem, called us within two hours and immediately arranged to have a new carton of bamboo planks along with the two molding strips reshipped. We have not yet installed any of our bamboo planks however I'm looking forward to seeing the big change they make to our home. Highly recommend Cali Bamboo.
1 March, 2018
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thanks for the feedback Genette! Be sure to send us photos of the during and after stages of the project!
Patrick Cronin
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Cali Bamboo is a durable well-made product. We are very happy with our project results. Natalie's service was outstanding! Thank you.
28 February, 2018
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thanks for the feedback Patrick! We'll be sure and forward your kind words onto Natalie.
Thomas McInnerney
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The Cali Bamboo LVP Java flooring looks good and feels good to walk on. The entire process from ordering to installation went along seamlessly.
26 February, 2018
Comment from Cali Floors:
Ooooo very nice Thomas, and a cute pup too! Thanks for the feedback and we hope to see more photos so we can get you entered into the March photo contest.
Christy ODell
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Many thanks to Cali Bamboo for a beautiful floor that we love and especially to Christy ODell who provided stellar customer service. She was extremely responsive, helpful and patient with us. We have recommended these floors to many friends and will continue to do so!!
24 February, 2018
Comment from Cali Floors:
First off, thank you for sharing your feedback and the beautiful image of your kitchen, it's stunning! It appears you mistakenly used Christy's name as your profile name. Can you direct message us your contact info or even better send more pictures to Christy? Thanks.
Paul Kreft
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I bought the Vintage Moonlight bamboo flooring directly from CaliBamboo. Max was very helpful throughout the purchasing process. They told me that I had to let the flooring acclimate for 10-14 days before installing. I recommend at least 30 days. Unpack the boards and stack them with 2-inch spaces in between each piece. After around 30 days is when the headache-inducing smell starts to fade. Installation was pretty straightforward. I did end up buying a transition piece and stair nosing. Both were off-color. Luckily, I ended up speaking with Daralyn. She has to be the nicest customer service representative with whom I've ever dealt. She sent and resent several new pieces, hoping that the color would match. Unfortunately, it didn't. She even went so far as to offer a custom color-matching service. Unfortunately, I did not have the time that would have required. Daralyn was even nice enough to reimburse me for these two pieces and sent me a cleaning and repair kit for free! I cannot speak about the quality of this flooring just yet. I will wait one year to write a follow-up review. I first need to see how this flooring stands up to the four seasons of NYC. What I can say for sure is that because of Daralyn, my customer service experience with CaliBamboo has been exceptional.
11 February, 2018
Donald Sabia
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
It was our first time ordering from Cali. We had quite a few snags in the beginning of our journey with Cali, which were extremely upsetting. Once Kevin was assigned to our case, he immediately contacted us and started to rectify the problem. Within a few hours from the first call, Kevin was able to identify what happened during the ordering process. When we received our flooring, it was damaged during shipment and was the wrong color. Kevin was able to provide us with a pick up date within 2 days to return all of the damaged goods we received. Within a week, our correct color flooring was delivered. No damage and absolutely beautiful. Thanks to Kevin, he was able to turn our negative feelings towards Cali into a positive! Thanks Kevin. Keep up the superior customer service!
7 February, 2018
Comment from Cali Floors:
So glad to hear Kevin was able to make things right. I'll forward your kind words to him and his team.
michelle wirrell
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We recently had Cali installed and I love it. Everyone at Cali has been so kind and helpful. Even are installer was impressed with their CS staff. I am absolutely in love with our new Cali floors and would highly recommend this product to everyone, but especially to home owners with pets. Easy to take care of . Nails are not scratching the floor and drool doesn't leave a mark. Since installing Cali floors and removing the wall to wall carpeting, our house no longer smells like dogs. LOL We spent 6 months researching wood flooring that would withstand 2 130 pound dogs. Cali was the best choice and I am so pleased .
7 February, 2018
Comment from Cali Floors:
This review just made our day! Thank you for the feedback and kind words. Send us photos of the new floors and the pups, we'd love to enter you in our monthly contest! Who couldn't use a $250 Amazon card?
Eileen Carlotto
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Love the product! It looks and feels great. The wood came quickly and the customer service was efficient. We had to order more for a hallway that we added on and the wood came promptly. I have the Java bamboo flooring and I do notice that the the dark color surface can get little light scratches even though the wood is the hardest the carpenters have seen. I've been told their is a marker that can touch up those scratches.
31 January, 2018Last modified:31 January, 2018
lakerhousing
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Love love love my new Cali wood ash gray vinyl flooring. I ordered it for one on my rental houses and was so happy with the product I just ordered for the second house. My contractor said it was a breeze to work with and installed them in quickly. Customer service was outstanding.
9 January, 2018
Comment from Cali Floors:
That's fantastic and thank you for the feedback! Send us photos, we'd love to see the completed project.
Julian of Cali Bamboo was extremely helpful in selecting my floor all the way from California to me in Washington, D.C. He provided me with four (4) samples at different times in order for me to make the correct selection. I looked for a floor for over six (6) month prior to finding Cali Bamboo on the internet. Do to a water leak and subsequent damage, I had to replace a floor in the kitchen and family room area which runs together. I had a pattern with a dark wood offset in the kitchen area to distinguish between the two areas. Julian not only helped me with the floor that matched my cabinets, but also the dark wood to match to repeat the pattern of the old floor which I had loved for 24 years. I highly recommend Cali Bamboo for any project needed. The quality of service as well as the product is unsurpassed. Sincerely, Hannelore
1 January, 2018
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thanks for the feedback! I've already forwarded your kind words on to Julian. We'd love to see photos when the project is complete. Best.
Margaret Patrick
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I love my new floors. I picked the Aged hickory Vinyl for my entire house. It is beautiful. I could have bought locally but prefer shopping from home and received all samples within a couple of days. So glad that I chose Cai Bamboo.
21 November, 2017
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thanks for the feedback Margaret. Send photos of the new floors to photos@calibamboo.com to enter our monthly Facebook contest.
Laura Nichols
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We are enjoying our new flooring so much, it’s incredibly beautiful and our dogs absolutely love it. We had the best customer service anyone could have asked for.
20 November, 2017
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thanks for the feedback Laura! We'd love to see photos of the finished project.
I worked with Elizabeth at Cali and she was very helpful she sent samples of the seven by 48 cork back vinyl tiles and posters to see what it would look like floor turned out beautiful and I would use cali again
16 November, 2017
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thank you for the feedback Skeberry, I'll forward the kind words onto Liz. Send photos of the finished floors to photos@calibamboo.com to enter our monthly contest on FB.
Phillip Hollen
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Customer service is alive and well at Cali Bamboo. I bought a 12ft diameter Palapa (thatch roof) for my backyard Tiki hut, and once I received it I raised some concerns about appearance and durability with Jack at Cali Bamboo. After reviewing my pictures, he determined the thatched roof I received was not up to their standards, so he is sending me a new roof, at their cost. I spoke to him yesterday, and the new roof should be here on Saturday. If you need any tropical type materials for your backyard project I would highly recommend them. Their prices and service are without a doubt the best. Thanks Jack!!!
19 October, 2017
Sue Anderson
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Very helpful, efficient, knowledgeable and competent. I called Cali when my local retail store was slow getting back to me and was out of line on pricing. The whole process with Cali was super easy. Cali worked out excellent pricing with my flooring contractor, delivery was prompt and the floor is going down nicely. I'm getting the stairs done too and will post photos when it's done. But beware, those boxes are really heavy!
12 October, 2017
Nancy Thompson
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The best product available. Wears well and looks great. We have had it installed for over two years. It has been tested by an exhuberant puppy and a contractor husband and it is perfect. We received our order on time and found only one board with one small scratch in all 600 square feet. Good service, reasonalble price and a beautiful product.
6 October, 2017
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thank you so much, Nacy for taking the time to write this review of our flooring product. We rely on customer feedback like this to confirm we are holding up our end by offering quality products that our customers can depend on. We'd love to see photos of the floors, even after all these years, just make sure that puppy is in one of them ;)
Lisa James
Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars
I purchased bamboo flooring from this company for both my living room and master bedroom. The service from this company is excellent they received my plans and was able to provide me with an estimate within 24 hours.
The quality of their flooring is also of a high standard.
30 September, 2017
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thanks for the feedback Lisa! We'd love to see photos of the completed install, post to Houzz.com and tag us or email them to photos@calibamboo.com.
Maryann Van Horn
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We ordered the Rustic Beachwood for our kitchen and great room. It is beautiful and in progress now. I will attach photos after the project is complete. We also ordered the charcoal Bamdeck for the hot tub deck. I was especially impressed with Cali Bamboos customer service and follow through. They immediately return calls and send helpful videos for installation. They even talked to our builder. Great Company to work with!
9 September, 2017
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thanks for the feedback Maryann! Looking forward to seeing photos of the two projects!
Debbie Jones
Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars
We loved the idea of going green and when we found out about CaliBamboo, I had to call!! We had great service from Christy O'Dell and she helped us till the end of our project! We would definitely use CaliBamboo again!
27 August, 2017
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thanks for the positive feedback Debbie, we look forward to speaking with you again!
Marianne Weiss
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
My Cali Bamboo deck is looking great .... almost done. The building consultant at Cali Bamboo, Mark Szikla, was very nice to do business with ....and very helpful with my plan.
16 August, 2017
This review is for full season climates. I live in Colorado Springs, we get seasonal temperature swings for 15-100F degrees, and our humidity is low on average. I did my research and scanned reviews from many sources. What I found was this amazing product, that was nearly impervious AND IT HAS BEEN (truly rock solid even with dogs). BUT even after letting the floors rest inside my house for 6 weeks (2 weeks longer then advised) before installing it, I experianced the floor separating in multiple areas only 3-4 months after install. I had 3 different areas that separated each moving nearly .5" apart. The areas that separated were smaller then 12' which is the max distance you should use before adding a divider. So I did some more research and watched professionals explain ways to correct my problems, and using my remaining boards From the initial job I fixed my flooring. This time I was sure that it would hold together, a year later I found separation again. So after ensuring that it wasn't user error I strongly strongly recommend that you do now attempt to install Bamboo flooring in a climate that does not resemble California or at least the humidity doesn't fluctuate. I waited 4 years to write this review to ensure I wasn't projecting false info or had poor installation. If someone tells you DO NOT install bamboo in Colorado listen, I didn't and I'm horribly unstatsfied because of it.
14 August, 2017
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Boonz,
We are sorry for hear of the frustration you have experienced and are more than happy to offer support. Cali Bamboo can be installed in any climate as long as you customize the acclimation to the indoor climate – and we have a nice guide for how to determine this for each home in our installation guidelines. Please rest assured we are here to help! Can you please provide your contact information to concerns@calibamboo.com, so we are able to assist? We look forward to working with you!
We are sorry for hear of the frustration you have experienced and are more than happy to offer support. Cali Bamboo can be installed in any climate as long as you customize the acclimation to the indoor climate – and we have a nice guide for how to determine this for each home in our installation guidelines. Please rest assured we are here to help! Can you please provide your contact information to concerns@calibamboo.com, so we are able to assist? We look forward to working with you!
Jason Minock
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I wanted to redo my living room and family room floors due to worn out carpeting, but quickly decided to redo the entire 1st floor of my house with hardwood (~1000 sq ft). After looking at a bunch of samples and researching online, I realized not only did Cali Bamboo have a great selection of colors, but their product, no matter the color was some of the toughest on the market. Ordering was easy, after receiving some free samples in the mail from Cali, I decided to go with the 5" Natural fossilized for the living room, kitchen, and hallways, but the slightly darker mocha fossilized 5" click in the dining room. The Cali Complete underlayment was all I needed (plywood subfloors) and fit easily together with the machined dovetail edges. With the help of my father, the two of use completely redid the floor (removed molding, carpet, and vinyl flooring then laying wide-click planks in 5 days time (spanned over 2 weekends and evening progress). Time in-between weekend work was necessary for me in order to properly acclimate boards to room humidity (extra floor space was tight since the house was already furnished). This was my first DIY home project and all things considered I think it went rather smooth thanks to the click floating floor product Cali Bamboo offers. I have received many compliments on my floor and could not be happier with how it looks. After having my new floor in place for a little over a month now, I haven't tested its durability too much, but I did drop a case of wine bottles that miraculously did not break OR scratch the floor. I did over-estimate the amount of boxes I would need so I sent back a couple to get a refund...the return process was pretty hassle-free besides having to buy tie down straps to secure the boxes to the pallet they were originally shipped on.
11 August, 2017Last modified:11 August, 2017
Rakesh Ranjan
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
First of all This is the best bamboo flooring product available in the market in terms of (health, safety and durability indexes) I was lucky to get Francisco Siva as the sales specialist when I contacted Cali Bamboo directly. He listened to my needs, offered good deal (much better than local authorized shop) and shipped on time. They all arrived in moisture proof packaging and no defective floorings. I am very pleased with the product and outcome. My floor looks great.
10 July, 2017
David Reinholz
Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars
We ordered Java Fossilized® Hybrid™ engineered wood flooring (2400 sf) and installed per specification in two rooms. After about two weeks we noticed extensive "checking" or linear cracks along the grain in the finish. We contacted Cali Customer Service and a lovely person named Lauren took up our cause.
First, she had us send an unopened and opened box of the flooring. Both boxes showed evidence of checking, In fact, the entire floor in both rooms showed the same deficiency. Cali is still investigating the problem with the manufacturer and considers the problem to be a manufacturing defect...but that's not the good news.
Working with Lauren, Cali Bamboo agreed to replace the entire shipment with new flooring. I was a little skeptical of the engineered product, so we went with solid bamboo. They replaced the lot. The company would have also paid to have someone remove the existing flooring and haul away the defective flooring still in boxes. We were able to donate the unused flooring to a local home-building effort where the floors will be quite serviceable.
So, we recently received a shipment of brand-new replacement flooring and are excited to install it. It looks amazing and shows no signs of checking. Thank you Cali Bamboo and Lauren. You certainly did the right thing by this customer!
29 June, 2017
We created a deck with their 3g Bamdeck. Our contractor has a lot of experience with composite decking and followed the Cali Bamboo recommended spacing and fasteners. After two years the decking is CRACKING!!! This is on flat boards with no screw holes, and boards with screw fasteners. This decking is falling apart after only two years. Cali Bamboo Support is TERRIBLE!!! They do not respond to emails and have no resolution. What good is a warranty when you cant use it. Delivery was a nightmare. They delivered half the product with a slightly different color/contrast. Because the use a third party storage and shipment facility they do not have control of what is shipped. Had to return half the order and have another order shipped. A year later i was put into collections by UPS saying i did not pay for the second shipment! The entire situation is bad with this company.
13 June, 2017
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hi Jon,
Thank you for bringing this concern to our attention. I'm sorry to hear about the matter related the decking and shipping experience. Please rest assured we are here to help! We are pleased to see that you have been in contact with the Customer Experience Team Leader regarding next steps. We look forward to your feedback regarding your most recent experience with us!
Thank you for bringing this concern to our attention. I'm sorry to hear about the matter related the decking and shipping experience. Please rest assured we are here to help! We are pleased to see that you have been in contact with the Customer Experience Team Leader regarding next steps. We look forward to your feedback regarding your most recent experience with us!
Caitlin Pascucci
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Cali Bamboo is amazing. Their customer service was helpful not only at the sale, but during installation as well as post installation when we had a pipe burst in the commercial building my business is located in. They offered so much assistance and stayed with us for many phone calls and questions. I highly recommend Cali Bamboo for anyone looking for a high quality, beautiful flooring product.
8 June, 2017
justin_ragner
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent customer service and superior product. We did a lot of research before selecting Cali Bamboo. This product is extremely durable. Best of all is the customer service we received from the entire team. Thank you to Justin for answering all of my questions. A BIG thank you to Eric O. For his help in troubleshooting a transition piece. You really helped this DIY guy.
5 June, 2017
Vince Garcia
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
excellent customer service, I had a ton of questions and Justin took the time to answer all of them! I really appreciated all of it! The composite deck material was easy to install and looks great!
11 May, 2017
Jamie Blair
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great product, great customer service, easy to install, looks great! Easy to maintain. When damaged items were found in boxes, they replace!
6 May, 2017
The decking itself looks great and feels good to walk on. I worked with Alex ( I think) in Sales and he made every effort to get me what I wanted at the best price. When I wasn't crazy for the fastening system (I found something that worked better hence the 4 stars), Sabrina made the return super-easy. Consider using the Camo deck tool instead of the tiger claw fasteners. Camo is easier, with more even gaps. And in the future you can remove any damaged boards from the middle of the run without removing all those around it, or having to cut out and then face nail.
I'm a former engineer and I'm super picky about materials and demanding that they be thoughtfully engineered. Calibamboo was.
5 May, 2017
We love our new floors! The color is beautiful and the quality is great. I've noticed such a difference in the sound from using your underlayment too! Coming from laminate floors, having the engineered bamboo is such a treat!
3 May, 2017
jody miller
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Cali Bamboo products are great and very eco friendly. The staff was very knowledgeable and very helpful. The delivery is fast and the corrected a small error quickly.
14 April, 2017
Sabrina helped me resolve an issue with bamboo fencing. She was great. Sabrina promptly, efficiently and courteously fixed the issue. I was very impressed and pleased with her service. THANKS so much. Well done.
7 April, 2017
Pete Holmes
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I have built custom homes for more than 30 years. I've always felt that it is not the work itself that is challenging, it's finding the right people to work with and the best materials to get the job done in a timely manner while ending up with a place that will stand the test of time and will look great too. Cali Bamboo helps to get me there every time! I have been through dozens of other floor makers over the years and Cali is simply the best. This is where my search stops knowing that I can always count on Cali Bamboo to provide a fantastic product line which is supported by REAL people who know what they are doing and unlike so many others these days actually take great pride in their work. Jay (in sales) and Hailey (in customer service) are both personable, professional, knowledgeable and have been thoroughly delightful to deal with. I recently trusted them with $15,000 of my hard earned money and I am glad I did. Our 5,000 square foot home has nearly 3,000 square feet of their Java Bamboo floor in it and we love every inch of it. Also, this floor is INCREDIBLY tough. Despite the promises of other manufactures over the years, for their “scratch-resitant” and “super-tough” coatings (blah bah blah), Cali Bamboo is the real deal. We have big dogs, an active lifestyle and place huge expectations on this flooring. It simply shines and we receive compliments on it from everyone who comes through the door. Thank you Hailey, Jay and all the good people at Cali Bamboo for your support and for the final touch on our dream-house.
1 April, 2017
This review was about a year over due. I ordered product mid last year. We took the floor out of the boxes for about 3 weeks, and then ran into some installation issues. After reading some questionable things online I thought I might be sold down the river. I contacted Cali Bamboo right away, and in about 72 hours had an answer to my problem, and they offered to help replace it. Our project at this point would be very delayed and I did not look forward to having to wait weeks for the product to season. Luckily they had an answer and offered to upgrade my order to their hybrid product which only needs a few days. They kindly overnighted samples to me and the wife fell in love with the Antique Java. Within a week I had new product and was ready to install. This company has excellent customer service and truly stands by their product. My floor is beautiful, doesn't scratch, and my wife's friends are constantly complementing her. We could not be happier with our choice.
31 March, 2017
Drew MAGINNIS
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We had our bamboo floor installed and then had some gaps appear about a month and a half later. It turns out our installer should have used some transition strips since our floating floor had such large areas around a kitchen island.
Obviously you wouldn't think I'd be too happy about that but it was how Cali Bamboo handled our case that set them apart. From the second they were made aware, we were assigned one Customer Experience agent who was absolutely awesome. Her name is Hailey.
She walked us through the whole process, up to and including having someone look at our entire floor and recommend where our installers should put the transition pieces and then shipping all necessary equipment to us via FED EX. And all the while, she couldn't have been more attentive or caring about our floor.
As for the bamboo itself, it is absolutely gorgeous and a great product. We have three dogs, two of whom are over 80 pounds (Choc lab and Golden retriever) and there is not a scratch to be found on them. It has added beauty and value to our home. We love it!
30 March, 2017
My husband and I own a B&B and recently replaced carpeting in two of our guest rooms with Cali Bamboo, having installed their flooring in our personal living room and bedroom last year with great results (floating on slab with a vapor barrier, and it has lasted just fine). My husband installed the flooring himself, both times. The first install last year went great with no issues. We had some bowed boards during the second install this year that were bad enough to not click-in, and Cali sent us replacements so quickly that we didn't have any delay in our install (important for us as a B&B). I’m also sharing this comment from my husband, Dave, who doesn't do social media: “One thing that amazes me is that there is very little waste. The cut end from one row is the starting piece for the next row. The last row needs to be ripped to the correct width, and special shaped pieces throw off a little as well, but that's about it. We experienced only about 2% total in waste, excluding unused boards... compare that to 20-30% waste when ordering carpet for professional installation (and paying for all that at the same rate).” Guests love the new floors. We love them, too. We really appreciate the durability of the flooring and the fact that they're easy to clean quickly (again from a B&B owner’s perspective). We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Cali Bamboo to our friends.
28 March, 2017
Anita McGonigle
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We purchased Cali Bamboo Antique Java bamboo flooring after extensive research for the right product to replace carpeting in our master bedroom. We decided on bamboo because it's a renewable resource and friendly for the environment. We chose Cali Bamboo as our product source because we liked its grass roots beginning hoping we would get excellent service along with our eco friendly durable flooring purchase. And we did. We ran into some installation bumps along the way, but customer service willingly and completely satisfied our concerns. We love the floor and look forward to doing the 2 remaining guest bedrooms in the near future.
28 March, 2017
katherine_gagnon19
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I am giving Cali Bamboo's customer service 5 stars. We have not yet laid the floor so I will have to include that in a future post but I can say that they have kept us well-educated on how to install the product and the wood we have received is high-quality and absolutely gorgeous. Today what I write abou is the customer service. Cali Bamboo, and in particular Sabrina Kinney, helped to resolve an issue we had with the delivery carrier with expediency and ease. They assured that we got the product we needed and kept in excellent communication throughout the process. Within a week, the issue was resolved and the new product was at our door. Sabrina was so respectful and professional that I cannot rave enough about the customer service experience.
25 March, 2017
Mark Linsenmayer
Average rating: 3 out of 5 stars
I had some initial challenges working with this company but after several phone calls and additional inquiries my original concern has been mitigated.
23 March, 2017Last modified:1 April, 2017
Blake Aslin
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great company and a great product.!! Can't wait to get my bamboo project finished on my sailboat.....there was a small mix up on one of my orders but my sales associate Sabrina resolved my issue very quickly!!
25 February, 2017
We use Cali Bamboo flooring in our kitchen, living room and family room and have found it to be very attractive and durable. A special shout out to Natalie Messer, customer sales rep, for sorting out a confusing warehouse problem (the reason for my one star deduction)
24 February, 2017
Steve Ezell
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I ordered decking from Cali Bamboo to install on a balcony in a harsh environment. The product arrived and looks beautiful. We were missing some of the components from the ordered. I contacted Liz, my sales representative, and she got Sabrina Kinney involved. Wow! I was impressed with the level of service that Sabrina provided. Awesome follow-up. I had my missing pieces the next morning.
Sabrina made the entire process painless.
I am impressed with the materials and the support I have received so far. Can't wait to see the final product.
23 February, 2017
kruegerj10
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Sabrina in customer service did an amazing job helping me through my flooring project.
She was kind, courteous and communicated with me in a timely manner.
Cali Bamboo is very lucky to have her as an employee!
Thanks much, Justin
23 February, 2017
Alicia Lee
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I ordered flooring from Cali Bamboo and when it arrived, there was damage to part of the shipment. I contacted Cali Bamboo and Sabrina Kinney helped me. It was a pleasure working with her and I now have replacement flooring materials being sent to my house. Sabrina made the entire process painless.
We haven't gotten to the point of putting the flooring down yet, still waiting on the cabinet install, but I am impressed with the materials and the support I have received.
21 February, 2017
Tim Peckyno
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Just finished the install on an entire level and choose Antique Java by Cali Bamboo. The moment we saw the color we fell in love w it. Upon install we followed directions to the T and the flooring is incredible. I had a few acclimating questions and Sabrina Kinney was extremely knowledgeable w the product and our questions. Sabrina went as far as emailing me videos of the acclimation process and installing tips. She was by my side w any questions I had. I a extremely happy w this product. My wife and I just stare at the floor and admire the beauty. The delivery process was just as promised and they kept us informal along the way. Thank you Cali Bamboo and thank you Sabrina Kinney. Tim P
16 January, 2017
Comment from Cali Floors:
Thank you for the kind words Tim. We'd love to see photos of you and your wife enjoying the new floors!
Had 1200 sq ft of Cali's T&G professionally installed on our slab. Glued down with Bostik's Best 2-1 adhesive & moisture barrier per manufacturer's recommendation.
Almost immediately we noticed visible scratches from our dog. This stuff was supposed to be scratch resistant, that's why we went with it. A 40lb Australian guest ruined it in one hour of play.
A few months later, we had a large area buckle and lift. This is a glue down! Laminate was here for 10+ years previously, no issues, and the slab is dry. We have a raised area of the house, also dry underneath.
It's clear that Cali's product does not perform to their claims. It is NOT scratch resistant any more than a pine floor, and real wood is easy to sand and stain if one so chooses. The bamboo grass is extremely expansive with changes in seasons, it should NEVER be glued down impo. The product cups and buckles way too easy.
Cali's support has been sub-par thus far. Delays, excuses, excuses, delays. AVOID.
6 December, 2016
kteague4321
Average rating: 1 out of 5 stars
I recommend that this flooring NOT be installed by any one. After installing this very expensive product, orpur floor has begun to buckle at the joints because of the summer humidity. We will have to tear it all out and replace it with traditional hard wood This floor is a product from hell.
22 September, 2016
gouge112809
Average rating: 1 out of 5 stars
We chose Cali Bamboo after the Lowes rep told us this floor is the hardest material out there and it would withstand a 150 pound dog, high heels, kids, etc. After installing the flooring we noticed scratches all over the 550+ sqft area we just finished along with three decent size chips. We contacted Lowes and showed them the pictures and they assured us that should not have happened and that Cali Bamboo would make it right. After contacting Cali Bamboo numerous times and sending them the pictures, I was finally contacted back with a rep who basically talked over me and insisted that we had to have dragged something heavy to have caused those scratches and chips. My husband and I installed the flooring ourselves and I promised her we did not drag anything heavy and we actually didn't put anything back on the floor because we didn't want them saying we caused it by moving the furniture back. The only thing that was on our floor is the boards and my husband and I. This rep continued to talk over me and put the blame on us. The best they could do is send out a repair kit and said they could send out some replacement boards. They want us to rip up the whole flooring to replace boards that are all throughout the flooring. Be extremely carefully if anyone tells you that Cali Bamboo is the most resistant flooring out there.
7 September, 2016
For those who don't want to read the whole rant, let me just say, "Don't buy this product!!!"
For the rest of you... I have a tri-level house, and purchased flooring 2 years ago for one level. I purchased extra stair-nose moldings at the same time in anticipation of purchasing more flooring for the lower level (cost too much to buy all at once!). I have no reluctantly purchased flooring for the lower level, even after I notice significant shrinking and ease of scratching on the first flooring installed. I just wanted it all to match. Now, I go to open the box that the previously ordered moldings were shipped in (they have been stored in a spare, unused, air conditioned room). These moldings are literally coming unglued, are cracking, and have so many factory faults I cannot use them. At first I thought I would take my loss, and I ordered more moldings. These all came with cracks and defects. None can be used!!! Luckily, the last batch was bought at Lowes, and not directly through the factory. I am sure Lowes will refund me for these. However, I am out hundreds of dollars for the first moldings I ordered, and Cali Bamboo is not willing to refund me for those!!! Even if I had installed them upon purchase, if they are falling apart after 2 years then they should have better warranties!!! Do not buy this produce. Flooring scratches easily, it is not good for wet areas as the salesperson at Cali Bamboo told me, and they do not stand behind their product!!!
19 July, 2016
Hunter Wimmer
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I had been looking for an alternative to wood for an outdoor deck for some time, but the ones imprinted to look like wood seemed very disingenuous. It was great to find CaliBamboo's BamDeck in the striated and grooved textures and in colors not meant to replicate wood tones.
The process for ordering and installation for me took a while as the steps were very methodical: ordering, testing, weathering, etc... a year later, the BamDeck looks as good as new and installs as easy as any other decking. This deck is replacing a failed cumaru deck and so far, the cost-to-durability equation is looking very positive.
Additionally, over that time span and working with a few CaliBamboo folks, their sales and service teams have been personable, understanding, helpful and responsive -- not just the "sell and vanish" types.
30 June, 2016
horvath_braden
Average rating: 1 out of 5 stars
I ordered this product through Lowes. I had a question regarding the installation. As a contractor I have always been able to call a manufacturer to find out specifics. As flooring is not my specialty this is what I did. I was told "OUR CONTRACT WITH LOWES STATES WE DONT HAVE TO HELP YOU." So they refused to help me. After speaking with my local Lowes, I was referred to the associate in the flooring department, not an installer. So... I call Cali Bamboo back and got there voicemail during normal business hours. I left my information and asked to verify that if I was given the incorrect instructions via my Lowes associate and they refused to help with there own product, would they still honor the warranty? If your next guess was that a week has gone by and they haven't returned my phone call you would be correct. So buyer beware. $4000 is a lot of money to spend on materials. You might want to do it where they will help you.
11 June, 2016
Comment from Cali Floors:
Hey there,
Our customer service team is very responsive, so I'm sorry we missed your call! We would love to help you resolve the issue. Please shoot an email to customerservice@calibamboo.com and cc jsilard@calibamboo.com. We always work to find resolution to issues as quickly as possible, and stand by our product. We look forward to helping you, and thanks for letting us know!
Our customer service team is very responsive, so I'm sorry we missed your call! We would love to help you resolve the issue. Please shoot an email to customerservice@calibamboo.com and cc jsilard@calibamboo.com. We always work to find resolution to issues as quickly as possible, and stand by our product. We look forward to helping you, and thanks for letting us know!
mcoor40
Average rating: 1 out of 5 stars
We outfitted our entire house with Cali Bamboo. We are NOT happy. We followed installation instructions perfectly. Many of the boards HD huge shrinkage while others did not. So in some places there are 1/4 inch to 3/16" gaps right in central locations. It's aweful!! What the heck am I supposed to do now??!!
it's hard and seems to handle most wear well but scratches easily sometimes. Even the vacuum can scratch it. I can live with it, they look nice when totally flawless and not looking at a massive shrinkage gap, and when perfectlyclean but otherwise they show dirt like crazy.
Honestly we'd be happy it they didn't shrink so obviously in several places.
Don't risk buying this product! We followed every direction perfectly and they will cost us three times more when we sell our house. They'll need to be replaced. Argh!!
16 May, 2016
Cali Bamboo has been a great partner for Habitat for Humanity San Diego. They donated flooring for two new Habitat homes recently completed in Imperial Beach. The families had children with asthma so they had to have hardwood floors in the home for health reasons. Cali Bamboo donated beautiful, dark bamboo flooring for the homes and the families are loving their floors. Cali Bamboo is a generous partner of ours and we are grateful that they choose to donate their fabulous product to us!
11 May, 2016
Cameron Southwick
Average rating: 1 out of 5 stars
I Installed cali Bamboo Antique Java snap floor in our new home last month. This was super easy to install and the wood is hard. On another note it scratches easily. If I could go back $9k I would not purchase this product for that reason. The flooring guy at Lowes hit a sample with his ring and no dent was visible so we thought it would be good but we've had it in a month now and a small grain of sand on a sock will leave a white scratch mark let alone furniture and chairs. A scratch stain marker helps but my wife and I were super disappointed. I probably should have acquired more information prior to the purchase so I'm hoping this will help somebody make a more informed decision when considering this flooring. Best of luck.
17 April, 2016
CHRISTI TASKER | Creative Director, Designer
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Cali Bamboo is a gorgeous product and the installation is super easy for contractors. We love recently specified it for decking @WynwoodLab and absolutely love it!
25 March, 2016
We purchased the bamboo click lock. We let the wood sit stacked twice as long as they recommended before installing and 6 months later during winter when the humidity dropped the flooring split apart in 3 places more than 1/2 inch. We pulled it up and redid and have kept the humidity within 5% tolerance but it has split again. Some of the problem is the pieces are not exactly the same size which prevents a good connection. If you can't keep your humidity within + or - 2%, I would avoid this product.
10 March, 2016
Urbana Design Studio
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We recently purchased Cali Bamboo composite decking for our own home. We were replacing an existing deck and were happy to find this composite decking. My husband, who is quite picky, really liked this product. The 3/4" thickness is unique and fit our needs perfectly. It is reversible - both sides look amazing. We debated for a long time which side to use. The edges have a small round over which gives it a sharp modern look. The 8 1/4" width is stunning and unusual. The hollow core makes it easier to handle and cut and the density surpassed any other composite decking we have used. The customer service at Cali Bamboo was fantastic - knowledgeable and very helpful. The ordering and delivery were simple and fast. And most importantly, the deck looks beautiful!! We highly recommend the Cali Bamboo composite decking product. - Shannon & Tony Demma
1 March, 2016
Cedar Ridge Remodeling Co. LLC
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We really love this flooring, performs wonderful and looks great. Great products and great service. Our clients really love how the Bamboo flooring looks and performs.
5 February, 2016
I ordered 850 Sq ft of the eucalyptus click flooring. The customer service representative was very helpful with installation tips and any questions I had. The flooring itself is beautiful my wife and all her friends just love the color and the wood grain patterns. As an avid DIYer I installed the flooring myself and it could not have been easier. The floor clicks together with very little effort and stays clicked. If anybody is looking for a great flooring and great customer service choose cali bamboo.
14 January, 2016
paul_mascoe
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Always received prompt responses to all my queries it designing my Thatch roof for my outside Tiki Bar. Their recommended use of Bamboo matting for underlayment worked perfectly.. The products have always been of high quality and received quickly. I couldn't be more happy with their overall service. Thanks Again!
11 January, 2016
Rochelle Kramer SoCal Modern
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I’m a Realtor representing buyers and seller of residential properties and I specialize in midcentury modern homes. I have the opportunity to visit hundreds of homes and visit with many people to hear their thoughts and opinions on flooring. Cork was used in the mid-century era so there is an affinity for the material from that perspective. Some people choose to polish an existing concrete slab but it yields mixed results and the slab is quite cold in the Winter months. Families with children have remarked that polished concrete is very slippery and unforgiving with accidents. Cork plank flooring installs easily over concrete and doesn’t do any damage to the slab. I love the slightly soft feel of it under foot and the sound dampening quality. We have used cork plank flooring in our last three rehab projects and it was always well received. Some of our clients and even other investors in the area have recently installed it in their homes after experiencing it in our projects.
I love the Cali Bamboo cork plank flooring. It is a high quality product. The ceramic shield coating makes a big difference. Looks great in contemporary and mid century modern interiors. I'm a big fan of the colors Twilight and Dusk.
5 January, 2016
mtmflooring38
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
As a retailer I'm looking for nothing but the best for my customers and CALI BAMBOO is just that .. it is the hardest hardwood in the world and there customer service is def a 5 star. I will continue to do business with CALI BAMBOO and recommend them to everyone.....
30 December, 2015
Tim McKay
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
My wife and I just installed the "Twilight" click-lock cork floor in our kitchen and we absolutely love it! It's soft and warm underfoot, very durable, looks gorgeous and was a breeze to install! Every plank that arrived was well packed and in perfect condition. We like the cork so much we reserved enough to floor the entire main level of our home. Thanks again to Eric Bishop, the sales rep who helped us place the order. He was knowledgeable and very courteous. We originally planed on getting our floor through a local company but the combination of Eric's wonderful customer service and the high quality products made Cali Bamboo the obvious choice. Wonderful products and service - a real winner!
24 August, 2015
I purchased over 800 SQ of bamDeck to redo my deck and build a screened porch.
While the purchasing experience was very good, the claim that BamDeck is nearly twice the density, strength and durability of any other decking in the industry is untrue.
Anytime anything is moved across the deck, surface scuffs and scratches appear.
I purchased bamboo due to the claims of density and durability. I've built several decks in the past using Trex and never had a problem with surface scuffs and scratches.
When I contacted Cali, I was told to use Olympic Premium Deck Brightener or a product that contains oxalic or phosphoric acid to remove the scuffs and scratches. I spent most of a weekend day cleaning my three month old maintenance free deck and the product didn’t improve the appearance at all.
Their next suggestion was to SAND my three month old maintenance free deck! I told them that I was absolutely not going to do that. I subsequently was asked to send a sample of my decking so they could assess it.
Their response, ‘ The markings depicted in your photos are the result of chair legs abrading the surface of the deck. While Cali Bamboo BamDeck is nearly twice the density, strength and durability of any other decking in the industry, no deck is 100% impervious to natural or man-made damage. Due to normal wear and tear, BamDeck can be susceptible scuffs when heavy objects are pushed or pulled over it.
Fortunately, these marks will not affect the structural integrity of your product, and are relatively simple to remedy. One method for dealing with scratches is to let the elements take their toll and scratch will fade away. Scuffs and abrasions will naturally fade or disappear after 12 - 16 weeks of weathering. As previously discussed, this process can be accelerated with a product containing oxalic or phosphoric acid, also known as Deck Brightener’
I have a patio set that has sling chairs….they are not heavy. Also 2/3 of my decking is in an enclosed screened porch so it’s really not going to weather. I am extremely disappointed with the customer service I received after the sale as well as the poor quality of the BamDeck product.
4 August, 2015
travis_vanthul
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I recently completed an outdoor seating installation on the Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo campus using 600 linear ft of CaliBamboo's BamDeck Solid. I had a great experience working with the CaliBamboo employees as well as the material!
The decking and hidden fasteners arrived quickly after the orders were placed and the quality of the product was very impressive. My project called for a rather unconventional use of the decking, which let me take liberty in the shop with its construction. I was surprised to see how easily it cut on the table-saw, chop-saw, and even with hand-saws. As with most any composite decking, dulling of the blades is something to be expected, yet the BamDeck still cut with ease and the blade dulling seemed minimal. The BamDeck Solid has a slight texturing on the surface, but since it isn't a veneer, it can handle light sanding. It is a very dense material, so pre-drilling is a MUST. Even though it is very dense there is still a good amount of flexibility, so be sure to follow the instructions of letting the boards set and acclimate before use as well as follow the 16 inches on center spacing.
I originally chose CaliBamboo because of the sustainable composition of their decking and I am very happy with my decision. The material looks great, blends well with the surroundings, and is easy to work with. I had several people come up to me after my project was completed with questions and complements about the material and I was happy to tell them as I am now: CaliBamboo is a great choice and highly recommended!
9 July, 2015
Ray Anthony James
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great people that went out of their way to help. They knew their products and supported me right away and answered all my questions. Vince was my guy. I used the cork planks and they are AWESOME! I will 'Cali Bamboo' again in a heartbeat.
Ray A. James
MD, USA
8 July, 2015
Chris Harrell
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Great products, really offer some incredible alternative materials that drive design concepts and projects. Fantastic customer service and knowledgable sales associates. Will definitely purchase from them again and highly recommend Cali Bamboo.
I recently purchased some of their new Bam 3G wide decking because there is nothing else like it available that compares. Will post some pics when project is complete.
8 July, 2015
leeculposu
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We just had the Cali Bamboo Java Antique fossilized floors installed in our main room, and we absolutely love it! We just moved from out of state, and purchased a house that needed new flooring in that room especially. It looks amazing. It is worth every single penny I paid. We have two dogs, that in our previous house destroyed our old wood floors - scratches all over - DEEP scratches. These floors the dogs cannot scratch. I tried. I obtained a few samples and got my dogs to play on them and try to scratch; nothing. I took a key to it to try to scratch it - nothing. These floors are amazing, and the no scratch is exactly why I went with them. Everyone who has seen these floors are completely in love with them, can you blame them???Also, it being a green process just makes it an even better product!! Highly recommended!!
30 June, 2015
I ordered 2 rolls of 3.5ft x 8ft Natural Bamboo Fence - 3/4 Inch Diameter for an outdoor Bar and grilling station I was building. Looking all over online and price comparing I decided that Cali Bamboo had the exact size I needed at a reasonable price so I pulled the trigger and ordered.
I received an email for my order shortly after finishing and then waited a couple of days with no communication about my order. I went to the website and entered a support ticket that was quickly responded to. They assured me my order was on track to be delivered the next day and apologized for the lack of communication.
The next day the bamboo arrived well packaged and as my wife opened the box she was impressed with the quality of the bamboo compared to what she had seen in local stores. I was able to attach it to my bar and grill station with no problems and it worked out better than I expected.
30 June, 2015Last modified:16 April, 2024
fo design
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely amazing product and customer service. I can not rave enough about Arthur Greene.
I used their 8" composite decking for a project in Florida and the product is beautiful and easy to install. The extra wide boards and the absence of the usually tacky wood grain founds on composite decking make this so much more special and classy. Just love it
18 June, 2015
Chris Smith
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I had a fantastic experience with Cali Bamboo. My sales professional Vince Vilker patiently worked with me over 5 months while I went over the many different options. He outlined the pros and cons of each and willfully sent me many samples. I eventually ordered 2,800 sq/ft of nail down tongue and groove flooring and have been very pleased with the results.
We have 2 big 70 lb hyper dogs that destroyed our previous hardwood floors and after 3 months with the Cali Bamboo flooring there's not one scratch.
I will be back to order another 1,000 sqft of decking materials. Thanks again Vince you were fantastic
8 June, 2015
Trula Hicks
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I purchased CaliBamboo Flooring (Natural Fossilized Wide Click Flooring) after seeing it at Lowes. We had looked at other flooring options but none compared to the flooring from CaliBamboo. My husband and son installed the flooring and I have loved it. I would recommend this product to anyone looking for wood flooring.
8 June, 2015
jujujepson
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
It was serendipitous when I met Josh @Cali Bamboo. My lengthy search for the right black bamboo fencing came to an end. We had a great rapport and I got wonderful service. The Bamboo is high quality and after a lot of precision work later we had a zen like garden enclosed. It fit perfectly with our Tibetan Prayer Flags and Buddhas and bird and butterfly friendly flora & fauna. The fence is like it's there but not. Airy, light and peaceful. Only complaint was that Josh didn't come up and help us.
6 June, 2015
Kelli Prejean
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
What we bought: approximately 800 square feet of Distressed Mocha Fossilized bamboo flooring and an equal amount of cork underlayment.
Where we put it: great room and kitchen with open-floor plan, two hallways, and an office adjacent to the kitchen.
Overall Review: We had been looking at hardwood, laminate, and bamboo flooring for nearly four years. We have animals, a young son, and plan to stay in the house for a while, so we wanted something durable yet beautiful and classic. My husband discovered Cali Bamboo on the web while searching for flooring, and we were a little suspicious at first because no prices were listed, but we loved their products, and submitted an online inquiry. Within less than 24 hours, I was on the phone with Andrew, who is one of the most informative, kindest, and honest salespeople I’ve ever dealt with. After speaking with Andrew, we immediately decided to commit to buying our floors from Cali Bamboo even though we did not feel any pressure to buy anything nor any pressure to keep our order should we have changed our mind.
When we ordered, we had a few months before installation, so we were able to provide a down payment but to put off shipment. In the meantime, we spoke with Andrew regularly to make sure we had ordered the correct amount and to ask various questions that came up as we moved toward installation. I can’t express enough how helpful it was to deal with one person and to feel as though we could contact him anytime with any questions. There was never any delay in his response, and we always felt as though our questions were answered sufficiently and effectively. In short, we were confident in what was a big investment for us, and that made all the difference for us.
Quality and process: The flooring is absolutely beautiful. We are so very pleased with the distressed mocha. There is such an amazing color variation in the pieces that everything goes with it. We have light cabinets but darker wood elsewhere, and everything ties together. The flooring is also very durable and already sustained a few hard knocks with installation, but it does not damage easily. Because of its durability, the flooring is quite heavy and quite a job to unpack and set up for installation, but that is to be expected.
We had very few pieces that were unusable. In fact, I think only one or two pieces were splintered a bit, so overall, we were able to use every bit of what we ordered despite the shipping process and just how heavy the wood is.
In our installation process, we encountered a few issues that are not reflective of the flooring itself, but I thought it might help to mention for self-installers: the flooring we ordered was so thick that we had to shave the bottoms of all of our door frames and doors, which made the installation process take much longer. If you are replacing carpet or laminate, cut out a piece near your door frames and measure the new flooring and underlayment to make sure the flooring fits underneath. If you can do some of this work ahead of time, you will save time when you actually begin installing. We used an oscillating multi-tool for this task, and it made the cutting much easier. We also had to adjust the height of our appliances for the same reason. We wanted thick flooring, and we got it!
The cork underlayment is thick and it’s not easy to cut, so make sure to get a good supply of utility blades and change them out frequently. This will make the cutting much easier. We also realized that it’s best to only put one or two rows of underlayment at a time. This may be obvious to experienced installers, but we didn’t realize how easily the underlayment could get torn up or moved around if we put more than two pieces together until we had made the mistake twice. You may also want to get more underlayment than you think you’ll need because you end up having to waste some of it when cutting it to fit.
Also obvious but worth noting: use gloves to handle the wood because there are small splinters during installation. I haven’t experienced any splinters now that it is actually installed, but handling the wood requires gloves.
Overall, everything about the process, the quality of the flooring, and the style of the flooring was top-notch and beyond our expectations.
We are so very pleased we decided to go with Cali Bamboo, and we have received so many compliments on our flooring. It’s been a wonderful experience!
3 June, 2015
jessie florence
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Dealing with Cali Bamboo was a true pleasure for this old cynic. Alan answered all my questions clearly and honestly. I am so glad he included a sample of the Distressed Mocha Fossilized flooring, because as soon as I saw it I forgot the original one I was interested in. My contractor, (my son) was very pleased with the ease of installation and the almost no waste. My floors are beautiful. I would gladly recommend Cali Bamboo
for their great product and excellent service
28 May, 2015
Steve Clark
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I had a small project to complete, but Paul provided service as if I was one of their biggest accounts. Paul helped me calculate the project dimensions and doubled check them to be sure that I had the perfect amount of cork tiles needed. Could not have been much closer with one cork tile left over upon completion.
Samples arrived quickly as did the final order. Installation was easy and the results are spectacular. We now have a unique accent wall where there once was wall paper and we could not be happier.
21 May, 2015
Sherry Stevens
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Very happy with my Cali Bamboo Floors. They are beautiful. The service was great start to finish. Fast to respond, quick to deliver, available to answer questions. Especially like the website, very informative. I like that they posts testing results online so you can rest assured of their quality.
20 May, 2015
Claire DeCamp
Average rating: 1 out of 5 stars
Cali Bamboo has been completely non-responsive - I can't even order product from them to install. We've done our research and have checked products in our area - not seeing anything in person we liked, we did a bit more research. I have heard some really great things about stranded bamboo and Cali Bamboo seemed to be one of the larger more reputable company. I picked a few products online we liked, and asked for a quote. No response for a few days, but I wasn't in a hurry, we decided to order some samples. The samples were sent, and I finally got a phone call. The guy was nice, we chatted about the product. As a designer of mostly commercial spaces I wasn't that familiar with it. Our samples arrived and we liked a Cali Bamboo product best out of 3 different companies. I sent a detailed schedule of materials over and requested a quote....nothing. I called, twice and both times they said the individual handling my request would get back to me. It's been over 2 weeks and nothing. Their customer service is so bad that I'm no longer interested in their product for this project or future projects.
18 May, 2015Last modified:20 May, 2015
mikemuscato
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
They were great to work with and so very helpful throughout the entire process. The floors looks great and we had everything we needed to complete the job at hand. I must admit, we are so glad Paul F. of Cali Bamboo convinced us to receive the examples as he was right when he said we should look at various schemes. Thank you !!!!
15 May, 2015
patrick1643
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Customer service at Cali Bamboo was stellar. I'm the kind of guy before I try something new for home projects I research the heck out of it. I'm glad I did. I purchased the Sierra designer cork tile. All I can say is WOW! its stunning! Between the product, the customer service and the shipping, it couldn't get any better than how they work things. Love them and i'll be back for more.
11 May, 2015
As a homeowner I whole heartily endorse Cali Bamboo and their products. In 2012-2013 we did an extensive remodel of our newly purchased home and used their Natural Fossilized and Marbled Fossilized bamboo in over 1,800 sf of this home. First, the material was all good with no bad boards; second, the professional flooring guys said this was the best bamboo they had ever seen, and they had installed bamboo in multi-million dollar homes in the area; and finally, there was no off-gassing at all. Formaldehyde off-gassing was a concern with the large sf of new bamboo being placed. This off-gassing turned me from a competitor to Cali Bamboo. All looks great 2 years after install and a whole lot of friends and family gatherings.
Now, to another positive claim I just realized this past week. After the remodel was done we did a personal project. We had used some extra bamboo floor boards for an indoor handrail project (looks great) which required ripping the boards and mitering the edges. The scraps where thrown out the back and laid outside for about 18 months…. in the rain, heat, and cold. I was finally getting around to throwing these scraps away when I looked closely at the boards. The finished surface was completely intact and unmarked. The cut edges had some discoloration due to mildew, but the material was not warped or separating. This was a very pleasant surprise. I now know that if I spill some water/liquid on my bamboo floor and do not get to mopping it up right away…. I have nothing to fear.
The 2016 home improvement plan is for a raised deck around a new pool, and that will call for about 1,500 sf of decking boards. I have used other composites when I built decks for friends and family, but with ours I think I am going with 1 of the Infinity series.
8 May, 2015Last modified:8 May, 2015
We ordered the grey bamboo flooring and love it! We get so many compliments on it, very happy with our choice. Sales team is wonderful, never felt pressured. Elizabeth was great to work with, very responsive and able to answer all of our questions.
7 May, 2015
aet911acct
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We love the cork tile in our great room and in our home theater! The tiles arrived well-packaged and true to the measurements described in the samples we received. My husband and I installed the tile ourselves on a Sunday afternoon with no problems. We are very happy with the results.
6 May, 2015
Cali bamboo
The service received was amazing throughout the entire process. Samantha is very helpful and patient I did not feel rushed was took her time to explain the different types of bamboo decking. Samantha provided quick price quote. Samples arrived quickly and they included their newest 3G decking color Charcoal it is very beautiful looking easy to install. Called back to order additional pieces to finish off a step that I did not calculate and Sam gave me the initial price but the shipping was not included and was very expensive for one box of bamboo deck. She placed me on hold and worked her magic Samantha was able to get it shipped very cheap. All I can say is wow would recommend to anyone looking for great Products as well as top notch customer service. We have also purchased the Palm thatch roll to place around our covered deck as well as décor for our bar which turned out awesome.
5 May, 2015
If I were to describe Cali Bamboo Flooring in one word, AMAZING. We chose to go with the Cali Bamboo Fossilized Bamboo for our home for a few reasons. First and foremost, we wanted a floor that would be warm and beautiful but also would be able to withstand the paws and claws of our pets.
We looked at many options and we were always directed to the “wood-look” tile for durability. While the tile was pretty, it just wasn’t the warm and inviting look we wanted and it was just too cold on the feet. We ruled out the hardwood and manufactured wood immediately simply because it scratches so easily.
On one of our many searches, we came a across a small display from Cali Bamboo flooring and the Fossilized Bamboo. It was slightly more than what we wanted to spend but it claimed to be durable and great for pets. They offered a good selection of colors and we settled on Java.
Cali-Bamboo also helped us locate a professional installation company in our area by the name of Unique Flooring out of Oceanside CA, also amazing.
Within days, our floors were prepared and installed - They’re gorgeous. The Fossilized Bamboo does perform exactly as it claims it would, not one scratch from the paws and claws. We definitely made the right decision in selecting Cali-Bamboo and Unique Flooring for our new floors.
5 May, 2015
krzysztofgalka0513
Average rating: 4 out of 5 stars
So far we had an excellent experience with Cali Bamboo. All materials arrived on time and the customer service was superb. The only thing we are not 100% satisfied is the quality of some pieces of the natural bamboo floor. After careful instalation we found that some pieces were not perfect in their appearance, they were somehow different in their color/shade. We are not sure if this was due to the manufacturing process or is it a natural "inperfect" look. Overal we had a very positive experience.
5 May, 2015
I did my online research. I found some places within a couple hours drive and other online retailers but the experience when working with Eric from Cali Bamboo made all the difference. I spoke to him briefly with a couple questions and instantly I didn't feel like I was being sold. I didn't hesitate with my order. Eric told me what to expect and he was spot on. The pricing, order details, logistics, all of it was perfect! The product is gorgeous and the final project came out better than I expected. My contractor was amazed at the final results using the bamboo as he never did anything like this before. I still look at my patio cover everyday - like it's the first day. It's remarkable! I will definitely order from Cali Bamboo again.
4 May, 2015
David Welch
Average rating: 1 out of 5 stars
Ordered 600 sq ft of bamboo flooring in November. Started installation in March when addition to house was almost complete. Third plank from the box installer found was not quite wide enough which made click lock installation impossible. Stopped installation rather than continue until I contacted Cali. They said must be a one off mistake but if we found more they would replace. Not quite a good answer since a lot of defective planks would make installation far too expensive do to added time. I finally agreed to buy two more boxes 'just in case' and return any defective boards for refund and if excess good boards return them as well. This was on a Thursday and they assured me if I ordered from Lowes they would ship right away and 1 day delivery. So I rescheduled installer for Monday and ordered from Lowes. The sales person at Lowes called Cali in my presence to be sure the order would ship right away. We were assured it would ship by Friday so here on Monday. On Friday Nathan from Cali Customer service called to say my order was being shipped and would be here on Monday.
Monday came, I called Lowes to see when I could pick up. "Sorry, not received" so they called Cali which then said the order would be shipped that day (Monday) so I got screwed out of an extra $500 installation charge because Cali lied.
Would I even buy from them again? NO!
Would I recommend you buy from them? Not unless you are a horrible person deserving to be mistreated.
David Welch
16 March, 2015
david_iriguchi
Average rating: 1 out of 5 stars
Cali Bamboo Click Bamboo Flooring
Our experience with Cali Bamboo started out well but has become an ongoing and increasing nightmare...a very, very expensive one. And it has now become a potential health problem.
SHORT VERSION: BUYER BEWARE! If you are considering Cali Bamboo, STOP and do more research. Skip their marketing; read reviews. If you are still considering it after reading reviews, reconsider.
Getting the Cali Bamboo and having it installed went fine, but over time (first issues started after a few months) we found that Cali Bamboo is extremely sensitive to moisture, not very durable at all and not fade-resistant to even indirect sunlight. Their return policy is quite restrictive and when you contact them with an issue they immediately go into defense mode. Bottom line: this is very expensive flooring. We are preparing to rip ours out and throw it away. We have 12 sealed, unopened boxes that they won't take back and we may now be developing mold between the floor and underlayment.
LONG, PAINFUL VERSION: We ordered #CaliBamboo for our entire house. We installed it as per instructions that our contractor got directly from Cali Bamboo. Our contractor had questions about the cork underlayment that Cali Bamboo had suggested so he called them directly. They assured him on the phone that the cork underlayment with moisture barrier was appropriate and sufficient. As it turned out, it was not.
Our house was carpeted for 16 years before we installed Cali Bamboo. When we removed the carpet, there was no indication anywhere of moisture issues. Our contractor told us that the carpet and padding that he removed were both in terrific shape.
The Cali Bamboo installation went smoothly and the floor initially looked grand but this began to degrade within about 6 months. Cali Bamboo scuffs easily and you begin to see 'paths' of scuffing down the middle of hallways and in trafficked areas. If you lay down a rug and move it after a few months, you can see a scuff outline around it. As winter arrived we started to notice some unevenness in the planks, cupping and puckering. Two areas swelled so much that the floor actually raised up and we had to have our contractor come and relieve it. Our floor moulding around our walls is nearly an inch thick so our contractor left quite a bit of space along the walls to allow for expansion but it was not enough. Then as the Cali Bamboo shrank back in drier weather, it opened up gaps and several of the click-locks broke leaving open seams. The floor expands and contracts a lot depending on the season (we are in Northern California near Sacramento, not exactly extreme weather).
It appears that the Cali Bamboo and the cork underlayment traps all moisture, even in very small amounts, and then it builds up over time. The bamboo swells and as it does, it darkens. It gets streaky dark lines and eventually the surface begins to blister. These surface blisters have begun breaking and the Cali Bamboo is simply coming apart.
When we contacted the company about the issues we were having they immediately became defensive. I never had the feeling that they were concerned about the problem, or how to resolve it, only that it must be my fault. Or at least, not their fault. When I mentioned that our contractor had spoken to them directly about proper installation, they asked if I had proof of that conversation. They asked if I had it in writing. Obviously not, since it was a phone conversation. Then we got a letter from Cali Bamboo saying basically, they are not at fault.
We ordered Cali Bamboo for the entire house including 2 bathrooms and the kitchen. Fortunately we didn't install it in the bathrooms and kitchen because we planned to do some work in them first. Knowing what we know now, we would never install Cali Bamboo in a kitchen or bath or anywhere with even the slightest moisture. Even if your slab is 100% moisture proof, moisture can still get in from the top and from the air. Once it gets trapped between the Cali Bamboo and the moisture barrier, you're done. When we spoke with Cali Bamboo about our moisture issues, they told us they would never recommend using it in a high moisture area like a kitchen or bathroom, despite showing photos of both on their website.
We asked about sending back the 12 sealed, unopened boxes; they told us we cannot return them because we have had them for more than 3 months. Apparently the color varies so much that they won't be able to resell it. These boxes are sealed, the flooring inside is wrapped in heavy plastic and they have been on a pallet in my garage since we got them. They are in the same condition as the day we got them. We will be throwing them out with the rest of the flooring.
The Cali Bamboo near our sliding glass door has faded noticeably. It gets indirect sun from our covered deck. I guess it's not surprising they won't take returns.
Summary: Floor has been in less than 2 yrs. Cost so far $17000. Costs still to come; removal, disposal, mold removal and new floor. As well as the inconvenience of doing all those things. I say again, buyer beware. There are many poor reviews of this flooring online and many pictures. Seek them out before buying to make an informed decision.
20 January, 2015
Tom Roetker
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I needed new Bamboo flooring for a Japanese stile teahouse. the staff helped me find the right product for the project and helped with shipping and instructions on how to install. The product looks great.
6 April, 2014
Bad experience. Bad product.
I reached out in mid-September. Jay in their sales office was great. I ordered three samples and he made sure they were sent super quickly. He even followed up with a phone call to make sure I had gotten the samples. Over the month he called once a week to book the sale. In mid-October I put down a deposit (which I was assured would trigger filling the order) and they would be ready to ship once I placed my order. I confirmed my order less than a week later and then the waiting game began.
Long-story short: The items never shipped. It took about a week of me calling them every day (and Jay never returned one of my voicemails - if I wanted to speak with him I would have to demand to be put on hold instead of put through to his voicemail), and with every call they promised that the order was being filled and it would ship "that night". They even went so far as to send me a shipping notice with a fake tracking number. After days of this nonsense they finally fessed up and admitted that they still didn't have the stock and had no idea when they would get it.
I give them two stars because once they finally fessed up, they promised to immediately process the refund (with a refusal to provide any form of compensation for the expense of a contractor retained but with nothing to do).
UPDATE*** Within an hour of my requesting the refund, I got a phone call from a manager. She explained that they were moving warehouses and the shipping container with my order was delayed and those combined things caused my extraordinary delay. She has promised (i) to refund the shipping cost and (ii) that the items will ship within 24 hours. We have agreed that if I don't receive a shipping notice with a working tracking number within the 24 hours, I will get my full refund. Depending on the outcome, I may amend my review.
UPDATE 2*** The shipment arrived as promised and fully intact. Better still, my contractor loves this wood and even raved how much his guys loved it too. I'd amend my review to 3 stars but there's still no sign of that shipping refund and I've called about it.
UPDATE 3*** It's been over a month since the bamboo floors were installed. First, the product has a funny smell that permeates my home and so many weeks later has still not begun to disperse. Second, the 72 hour acclimation time the company recommends was insufficient. We actually left it for over 96 hours and still the click flooring has started to gape and pull (about a week after complete installation). Long story short, my $10,000 floor looks like hell.
UPDATE 4*** The gaps are terrible now and all over the place. Back at the beginning of January they ignored my initial requests for assistance several times. Finally they responded and requested additional information, I emailed detailed photos (per their demands) right away and it was another month before they responded. They promised they would follow up with suggestions and possible fixes. Again they disappeared for several weeks and I had to follow up a couple times. A different customer service rep finally responded who flat out refused to provide any guidance at all on how to resolve my problems (let alone any remuneration for the terrible product). She disclaimed all responsibility for the warping product despite the fact that my contractor followed the installation instructions exactly when I had called back in October and asked what we should do.
UPDATE 5*** I filed a complaint with the better business bureau detailing everything listed here. My requested resolution was that CaliBamboo send me 3 additional boxes of the would so the numerous cracks where the slats pulled apart could be closed. Basically within a day of the complaint being passed on to CaliBamboo, they contacted me and indicated that additional boxes would be sent ASAP. She explained that CaliBamboo was now under new management. She was super responsive and I got the additional boxes within a week of filing the complaint.
30 October, 2013Last modified:30 April, 2014
I had reserved feelings about ordering a large amount of flooring online. We had bamboo floors put in in our upstairs a couple of years ago and love it, but the cost from the same supplier was just too much for us to do the rest of the house. I found Calibamboo after lots of looking. Great pricing and overall, very good reviews. I ordered samples, compared them with our former bamboo and could see no difference.
Working with Jon King was as good as it gets. Our contractor was injured, which put off the project, but Jon held our order for months until our contractor could work again and then delivered it promptly when needed.
It looks fantastic. One thing our contractor said was that it was easier putting these floors together. The planks fit better together than the other more expensive brand we used upstairs. I will happily recommend them to anyone I know looking into bamboo.
20 July, 2013
gelique4112
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
The mahogany fencing I ordered from Cali Bamboo transformed my back yard into a beautiful paradise! In a town full of homes with stockade and PVC fences, my bamboo fence stands out and is the rave of our community. Many of our friends and neighbors have asked where we purchased the bamboo, and I gladly refer them to Cali Bamboo. We received our shipment fast and it was so easy to install. I highly recommend Cali Bamboo!
19 July, 2013Last modified:19 July, 2013
My husband and I did a lot of research on bamboo and we were a little skeptical about installing it in our home in Minot, ND. The winters are harsh and the summers are incredibly humid. We were worried about the bamboo shrinking, we heard a lot of horror stories about it shrinking a 1/2" even. So we looked around for the best quality bamboo and came across Cali Bamboo's website. With bamboo some companies will not let the bamboo acclimate for the proper time period (I read on some sites the company needs to let it acclimate for 3 years before selling to customers). When the company gets the bamboo overseas and sells it right away before acclimating it this causes issues with shrinkage for the customer that installs it in their home. After reviewing the samples we decided to go with Antique Java Wide Plank, we ordered the extra waste (because we had never laid hardwood or bamboo on our own before). We took on the kitchen/dining room/hallway project in October of 2012, we heard from many contractors that with the weather up here in ND to use the glue down method and do not skimp. So we did just that! It took a weekend to clean the plywood, lay down nice even subfloor, and lay the bamboo. We barely had any waste at the end that we have extra to do another hallway. I am so impressed with the quality of bamboo and how it has not shrunk AT ALL! I wasn't going to write a review on the bamboo until I got through the harsh winter and into our humid summer. I even took an extra plank and set it over the bamboo to see if there was any shrinkage, but there was none. We did go with the recommendation to topcoat it with the Bona and wow that really completed the floor, it is withstanding to my one year old daughter perfectly. If you are looking into doing bamboo flooring, do your research, go with the proper method for your climate, and you will end up a happy customer. I would recommend Cali Bamboo to anyone, their sales staff have been incredibly helpful. Whenever I had any questions they were always there to help answer them.
18 July, 2013Last modified:2 August, 2013
bradlgardner
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I purchased bamboo flooring, stairs, and slates from Cali Bamboo and worked with a friend installing everything. The wood came in mint condition and very easy to work with. The ordering process was simple and the staff are the friendliess I've ever had the pleasure of ordering from. I am also their June Project of the Month winner. I am already planning on my next purchases.
21 June, 2012Last modified:29 September, 2012
I loved this company! They are very knowledgable in what they sell and very nice to speak with. I built a tiki hut in my back yard and they supplied all of the materials. I will use them on all of my future bamboo projects!
18 June, 2012Last modified:29 September, 2012
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