Bamboo in A Sentence

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    A bamboo in Sarawak is known to have been a man.

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    A bamboo scarf is a fine pick for any woman who needs a wardrobe pick-me-up, and you're likely to buy more than one by the time you're through.

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    A builder with experience with green homes may also be able to help with buying Morning Star bamboo products and be able to purchase the flooring at trade prices.

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    A bunch of ' tang sani ' (lamp-wick, the pith of Eriocaulon or Scirpus) is then inserted well into the mass, and the pan slightly canted, when a rich, clear, brown fluid is thus drawn off, and filtered through ' chi mui ' (paper made from bamboo fibre).

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    A clearinghouse for all types of bamboo flute music, this website demonstrates the wide versatility of the instrument.

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    A considerable native export trade in wood, charcoal, bamboo, medicines, paper umbrellas, oranges, otter skins and tobacco leaf is carried on.

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    A flute is a versatile wind instrument with many shapes that produces a variety of sounds and is comprised of materials ranging from bamboo to glass.

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    A good example is the endangered giant panda, whose staple diet is bamboo.

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    A Japanese legend, The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter, has a lovely princess emerging from an area thick with bamboo.

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    A joint forms a holder for papers or pens, and it was in a joint of bamboo that silk-worm eggs were carried from China to Constantinople during the reign of Justinian.

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    A little further along, a rather exotic looking bamboo plantation can be seen on the far side of the river.

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    A Malaysian legend in which a man finds the love of his life, a beautiful woman, inside a bamboo stem.

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    A mountainside forest setting includes dense bamboo groves which support numerous bird species.

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    A natural textile made from the pulp of bamboo grass, bamboo is the ultimate sustainable source for textiles.

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    A number of species of bamboo are hardy under cultivation in the British Isles.

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    A Philippine legend that credits the birth of humanity to the bamboo stem -- a creation myth in which a man and woman came from the stem and began the world's progeny.

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    A simple neck accessory like a bamboo scarf is the perfect touch to any wardrobe, particularly if you desire some color to liven up your plain outfits.

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    A small percentage of spandex or other material may be added to the bamboo fiber for added comfort, stretch, and strength.

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    A species of bamboo is very plentiful in the river valleys and in marshy situations.

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    A tea garden or Japanese zen garden looks best with teak or bamboo furniture.

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    A two-sided favor can work for this; simply include your names, wedding date, and other text on one wide of the wedding favor tags, and the bamboo care instructions on the reverse.

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    A variety of mountain bamboo is found in southern and parts of eastern Tibet, and is much used for basket work.

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    A vigorous and invasive bamboo, with straight erect green culms that rise from the ground well spaced.

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    Affordability - Bamboo flooring is about two-thirds of the price of traditional hardwood flooring.

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    All that is really needed to clean a newborn baby is a soft cotton or bamboo cloth and some warm water.

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    All the items are specially designed with a husky frame in mind, as opposed to being "sized up." All the items are made in the US and they even have a few eco-conscious garments like bamboo T-shirts.

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    Almost anything can be made from bamboo today.

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    Also, you can't build the entire bike out of bamboo; you'll need to purchase dropouts, the head tube, fork, bottom bracket shell, and a seat, among other parts.

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    Alternative materials such as bamboo from Morning Star are providing an interesting option for many people.

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    Although bamboo plants are traditionally found in China, bamboo materials are frequently used in Japanese-inspired settings.

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    Altogether a notable Bamboo, growing at Shrubland to a height of 18 feet 6 inches.

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    Always read product reviews, speak with friends who have bamboo floors or contractors who have installed them for recommendations for affordable flooring that is also durable.

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    Among the more interesting plants of this deposit may be mentioned Torreya nucifera, now Japanese; an evergreen oak close to the common Quercus Ilex; Laurus canariensis, Apollonias canariensis, Persea carolinensis, and Ilex canariensis; Daphne pontica (a plant of Asia Minor); a species of box, scarcely differing from the English, and a bamboo.

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    An added bonus is that bamboo is typically less expensive than hardwood.

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    An ancient Vietnamese myth recounts the happy marital union a farmer and a landlord's daughter with the help of an ancient god and a one-hundred section bamboo tree.

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    And on that day was Bamboo, once so glorious in stately beauty, yet more glorious in stately beauty, yet more glorious in his brokenness and humility.

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    Angel ornaments are made of glass, straw, bamboo, tin, plastic, fabric, wood and other materials.

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    Another option is to choose blended bamboo totes that are part bamboo and part organic linen, hemp, or cotton.

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    Any wood choices for the interior of your Mediterranean home can be from a renewable resources such bamboo.

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    Anyone who wears bamboo is an instant convert, but to those who don't know how comfortable and pleasant it can be, the assumption is that it is fibrous and scratchy.

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    Apart from agriculture, the industries consist in the manufacture of fine bamboo hats and mats, and wooden combs for export and local use.

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    As a whole, the arable tract is a treeless region, except around the villages, which are encircled by fine mango, pipal, banyan and tamarind trees, and intersected with green shady lanes of bamboo.

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    As long as the bamboo frame is coated with a waterproof sealant, it can withstand the elements perhaps even better than steel, which can rust when exposed to moisture.

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    As we were waiting an Ashy cuckoo shrike posed on a tree near to which a Bamboo lemur was spotted by our eagle-eyed guide.

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    As with all do-it-yourself home improvement projects, proper bamboo floor installation begins with preparation.

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    Aside from the two dancers (a male and female pair) there are four other performers whose job it is to move four bamboo poles laid out in like a tic-tac-toe board at the performers' feet.

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    At New Earth, you'll find bamboo flute yoga music as well as layered instrumental and vocal compositions from a wide collective of artists.

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    Available charms include cowboy boot, Gucci emblem dog tag, bamboo design bark and the iconic Gucci double G emblem.

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    Available in white or green, this coverup is done in soft bamboo, is textured in its finish, and features moisture wicking properties.

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    Bamboo - This designer swimwear line is found in high-end department stores.

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    Bamboo accents can help create the right ambience.

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    Bamboo and cork floors are becoming increasingly popular because the harvesting and production of these materials is very eco-friendly.

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    Bamboo and organic cotton tote bags and other natural fiber products may have a higher price tag than non-organic options.

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    Bamboo bedding is becoming mainstream and it can be found in many bedding and household stores.

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    Bamboo bikes aren't just for people who live in developing nations.

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    Bamboo Combat Extreme Bone Tug - Made of strong nylon, this toy offers a battle tested guarantee for endurance.

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    Bamboo comes in many varieties -- there are, in fact one thousand different species of this plant, which is actually a member of the Poaceae, or grass family.

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    Bamboo comes in tiles, roll goods and click-in-place planks, as well as in a variety of varnishes and stains.

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    Bamboo Direct sells a vast number of these plant varieties, from dwarf to giant species.

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    Bamboo fabric is a particularly good choice as it kills odor causing bacteria.

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    Bamboo fabric is naturally tan in color, but will take and hold dye well.

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    Bamboo fibers are incredibly soft and they also have a natural 'wick' which means that they draw moisture down the body of the fiber away from the surface.

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    Bamboo fibers created by hydrolysis alkalization using multi-phase bleaching are not environmentally friendly.

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    Bamboo flannel may be a good alternative for those who enjoy a more natural product, especially if the bamboo is organic.

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    Bamboo flooring comes in prefinished, laminated planks, unfinished planks, and in finished or unfinished parquet-like square tiles.

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    Bamboo flooring has been growing in popularity, in part because because it's more environmentally friendly than other traditional wood floors such as oak and maple.

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    Bamboo flooring is a great way to set the look of your bedroom.

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    Bamboo flooring is a growing trend in home construction.

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    Bamboo flooring manufacturers vary widely in terms of the quality of products they sell.

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    Bamboo flooring that has not gone through the carbonization process is called "Natural" bamboo.

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    Bamboo frames are suitable for all types of bicycles, from racing bikes to mountain bikes, and fixed-gear to road-ready bicycles.

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    Bamboo grows quickly and creates a natural root mat that makes it an ideal sustainable crop.

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    Bamboo has a natural attractive color and this ages over time giving more depth to the shade.

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    Bamboo has natural anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties.

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    Bamboo is a 100 percent biodegradable natural fiber.

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    Bamboo is a fast growing and fibrous plant.

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    Bamboo is a fast growing crop and is regarded as a renewable resource.

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    Bamboo is a more exotic material but is gaining popularity because it is both anti-bacterial and hypoallergenic.

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    Bamboo is a natural, renewable resource.

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    Bamboo is also commonly found in Asian style furniture.

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    Bamboo is an excellent flooring material.

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    Bamboo is beautiful and environmentally responsible.

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    Bamboo is extensively used as a timber wood, and houses are frequently made entirely out of the products of the plant; complete sections of the stem form posts or columns; split up, it serves for floors or rafters; and, interwoven in lattice-work, it is employed for the sides of rooms, admitting light and air.

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    Bamboo is incredibly light-weight and flexible yet strong, even more so than carbon fiber frames or steel, making it an ideal bicycle material.

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    Bamboo is more environmentally friendly, since it is a rapidly renewable resource versus hardwood trees that take decades to reach maturity.

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    Bamboo is soft and silky against baby's skin.

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    Bamboo items are already becoming more accessible in stores, so someone has clearly been making a case for sustainable clothing options!

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    Bamboo might not be the first material you think of when it comes to scarves, but the yarn from this bamboo plant is very soft and has a lovely natural drape.

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    Bamboo plants and wedding favors go hand in hand for many couples.

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    Bamboo plants can also be the inspiration for many other wedding types of favors.

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    Bamboo rods show their knuckles, can be heated to produce rich and deep colors and are perfect for modern or contemporary style homes.

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    Bamboo room dividers offer privacy without creating barriers.

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    Bamboo sheets are also reported to be cooling during the summer and to bring extra warmth during the winter.

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    Bamboo sheets are an interesting innovation and one that balances environmental issues with comfort.

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    Bamboo takes bright dyes well, but it is equally attractive in its unbleached state.

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    Bamboo wicks moisture away from the body and is more antibacterial than fabrics like cotton or wool.

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    Bamboo yarn has become a popular material for bath towels since it has natural antimicrobial properties.

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    Bamboo yields up to 25 times more usable product than hardwoods.

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    Bamboo, another natural fiber, is the perfect choice if you are looking for towel with a high mildew-resistance.

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    Bamboo's style stretches far beyond its origins.

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    Bark provides material for string, while baskets and mats are neatly and stoutly made from canes and buckets out of bamboo and wood.

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    Be aware that tropical bamboo can end up with rotted roots or disease from over watering.

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    Beautiful and elegant, a wedding favor inspired by a bamboo plant is a unique and memorable gift that will add a touch of sophistication and a hint of whimsical romance to your special day.

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    Because bamboo growth is quick and plentiful and typically doesn't need pesticides or herbicides to grow, it is relatively easy to keep bamboo plantations organic.

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    Because lucky bamboo is so easy to care for, many guests are happy to give it a good home, unlike seed wedding favors that are much more labor intensive to bring into bloom.

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    Because lucky bamboo plants are often used for feng shui and other symbolic decorations, the number of shoots used in wedding favor arrangements can be very significant.

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    Because they're composed of natural materials, many organic fabrics, like bamboo and hemp, are naturally mold, mildew and UV resistant.

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    Before you begin to cook, soak the bamboo skewers in water.

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    Believe it or not, the type of vase your lucky bamboo lives in makes a huge difference as to whether or not it develops an algae problem.

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    Bernat produces hundreds of varieties of yarn including bamboo.

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    Besides these are the sandalwood, Santalum, of southern India, and many sorts of bamboo found in all parts of the country.

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    Bonsai-type bamboo plants are available from select retailers on Amazon.com.

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    Both men and women may wear bamboo skirts as part of the Hawaiian costume.

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    Bound bamboo area rugs can anchor a sitting area or workspace.

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    Browsing through an open air market shoppers may find lotus stems along side bamboo shoots and bean sprouts.

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    But, bamboo is not the only sustainable material out there.

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    By varying between slamming the bamboo into the ground and clapping the rods together, the beaters produce both a rhythm for the dancers as well as a kind of challenge to the dancers.

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    Carbonized bamboo floors come pre-finished and are offered in either a vertical or horizontal flooring pattern.

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    Carbonized bamboo has been steamed to a point in which the naturally occurring sugars in the wood are "cooked" until they caramelize, turning the bamboo into a warm brown color, similar to that of brown sugar.

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    Certainly each one of them also has a small bamboo plant placed appropriately in their office with their desk facing their most auspicious direction.

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    Change the vase - If you don't have another vase handy, simply take the bamboo out of its vase and wash it with a warm water and a tiny bit of mild soap.

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    Check whether the sheeting is 100 percent bamboo fiber or whether other fibers have been added.

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    Chinese writing was being done on bamboo scrolls using a stick or a brush.

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    Choices in eco-friendly curtains include bamboo, hemp, linen and organic cotton.

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    Choose the Petit Collage School of Fish Bamboo Mobile from Hanging Mobile Gallery to give the baby something to watch.

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    Compared to some hardwoods, bamboo flooring is easier to maintain since it doesn't require waxing.

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    Computations are made with it by means of balls of bone or ivory runp ing on slender bamboo rods, similar to the simpler board, fitted up with beads strung on wires, which is employed in teaching the rudiments of arithmetic in English schools.

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    Contemporary Asian patterns make use of many natural items such as bamboo and lotus flowers.

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    Conveniently, bamboo growth is very common in developing countries, so there is no need for materials to be shipped in from elsewhere.

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    Cost savings that products such as Morning Star bamboo flooring offers makes this an attractive option when compared with other alternatives.

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    Couples can also choose from a wide range of pots to create lucky bamboo plant wedding favors.

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    Cranes, bamboo, ducks, flower blossoms, and birds often make up some of the designs on the uchikake.

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    Curtains made of natural materials such as bamboo can be hand painted with elaborate designs, such as a tropical scene.

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    Delicate, glass beads almost seem to disappear, and while some bamboo curtains can block your vision, they don't provide any insulation against sound.

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    Does anyone know or have experience growing bamboo within the ' kill zone ' of a black walnut tree?

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    Does anyone know or have experience growing bamboo within the ' kill zone ' of a black walnut?

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    Don't let the origin and natural look of bamboo pigeonhole you into creating a themed interior.

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    Drums, gourd and bamboo flutes,and a kind of guitar, were known before Cook's day.

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    Durability - Bamboo, surprisingly, is as durable as the hardest oak and 50 percent more stable.

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    Durability varies with any flooring type, but bamboo has proved to be up to par with hardwood standards.

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    During the communist insurgency of the fifties the infamous ' bamboo trail ' ran through the forest of Belum.

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    Each night we staggered into a broken down bamboo staging camp, sited by a stream.

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    Easy Maintenance - Taking care of a bamboo floor is simple.

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    Easy to maintain - people are seeking floors that are easy to maintain and therefore alternative floorings such as bamboo are attractive as they require little in the way of extra maintenance.

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    Enjoy fishing at Mae tang River by local instruments and learn the technique of constructing a bamboo raft.

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    Even a bamboo plant in its original state is a beautiful touch in any interior.

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    Even a carved bamboo sheath will require only thirty to forty minutes to complete.

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    Even snazzier options in Florsheim bamboo socks are available at Boardroom Ties, which sells ties and accessories at reasonable prices.

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    Find a great selection of window shades here too, including Roman, roller, bamboo, insulated, and other natural fibers.

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    Flooring features - Bamboo flooring expands and contracts less than hardwood.

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    Flooring such as Morning Star bamboo flooring can be found in a wide range of colors and styles, from light contemporary shades through to darker hues.

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    For centuries, cultures around the world have used bamboo flutes, because the reed plant was so accessible.

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    For example, a warm toned floor like heated bamboo should have a wall color that is either directly opposite it on the color wheel, like rich green, or has the same warm tone, like a pumpkin spice.

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    For those who don't have a green thumb or the time to make a bamboo favor, many wedding companies now sell the lucky bamboo favors, and select retailers may offer small or dwarf varieties as favors as well.

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    For those who don't have a green thumb or the time to make a bamboo favor, many wedding companies now sell the Lucky Bamboo favors, and select retailers may offer small or dwarf varieties as favors as well.

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    Formerly knives were made of bamboo, which is still sometimes used for that purpose.

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    Four years on and the bamboo which we brought from the last house has completely swamped the wisteria at the back of the pond.

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    From cotton to silk, wool, bamboo and more, the way that the natural materials used in home décor and textiles are grown can have a tremendous impact on the health of your family and the health of the world.

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    From the precious contents of that bamboo tube, brought to Constantinople about the year 550, were produced all the races and varieties of silkworm which stocked and supplied the Western world for more than twelve hundred years.

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    Glass tiles, stone and ceramic combine to form murals of bamboo, birds, shimmering rainbows, animal prints and abstract designs.

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    Go ahead and add picture frames, baskets or tableware made from bamboo.

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    Green for the Environment - Bamboo is a fast-growing plant (some would say invasive) and takes about 5-6 years to regenerate itself.

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    Hand-scraped bamboo will help you achieve the warm and rustic look you are going for.

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    Hats are made of palm leaves, alaca leaves, banana leaves, split bamboo and various grasses.

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    He took the idea from the braided designs of the lucky bamboo plant and marketed his creation as the money tree.

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    Heat the bamboo pieces slowly and treat them with several passes of the torch to achieve a rich, dark brown patina.

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    Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina) - N. domestica is a distinct and graceful shrub with dark leathery leaves, often flushed with red towards autumn.

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    Here are a few facts about bamboo that can help you understand why this type of flooring has become such a popular choice.

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    Here are several ideas for incorporating bamboo chic into your décor.

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    Here we see the rice locust and red dragonfly on bamboo canes with pinks and hibiscus flowers.

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    Here's an affordable tote bag from Naturally Bamboo - it's only $6.

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    However, light, natural bamboo has a distinct look with lots of texture, making it stand out against many hardwood grain structures.

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    However, many of these steps are given their own particularly Philippine style - for example, instead of Spanish castanets, bamboo castanets were invented.

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    However, you can still bring in Asian accents to add a bit more flair and style to the tent, like by encasing the tent stakes in bamboo and tying with gold ribbons or creating a bridal arch underneath a ceremony tent in cherry blossoms.

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    Huge bamboo towers lining the waterfront are covered with sweet buns, said to bring good fortune to anyone managing to get on.

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    I grow them on home grown bamboo canes made into wigwams, which look arty!

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    I just use teepees or is it tipis made up of 8 foot bamboo poles for climbing beans.

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    I laughed several years ago when my contractor suggested that I use a bamboo flooring instead of the high-priced maple planks that I had my eye on.

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    I'd never heard of bamboo as a building product -- at least not in North America -- and had visions of stalky green plants.

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    I'm curious, where does the bamboo come from?

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    If a wedding is in your future, give your bridesmaids their gifts in these personalized earth friendly bags made of jute with bamboo handles, or these lovely cotton bridal tote bags.

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    If buying the lucky bamboo from an online dealer, which is often the least expensive option, inspect each stalk upon arrival and arrange to exchange any imperfect shoots.

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    If couples enjoy the Asian accents of lucky bamboo but don't want to overdo the effect, they may also consider bonsai trees, origami figurines, or miniature Chinese takeout wedding favor boxes in their décor.

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    If the bamboo begins to turn round in the hands of the relative who is deputed to hold it, it is regarded as a sign that the soul of the moribund has returned (see Automatism).

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    If the favor does not include them, you may want to consider typing up the specific instructions from the nursery or company where you purchased your bamboo plants for your guests.

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    If the idea of simple blue and white curtains doesn't appeal, try using woven bamboo or burlap.

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    If you are considering a bamboo floor, you may wonder how it stacks up to traditional hardwood floors.

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    If you are familiar with the workings of bicycles and experienced with tools, you can build your own bamboo bicycle.

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    If you are looking for a 'green' alternative to traditional bed linen, then perhaps bamboo sheets might be the perfect choice.

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    If you are looking for a deeper and richer color than natural bamboo, carbonized bamboo is the way to go.

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    If you are looking for the perfect tote bag that is easy on the environment, then a bamboo organic cotton tote bag may be just what you're looking for.

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    If you are replenishing your bamboo vase with regular tap water, this cannot only kill the plant over a period, but also be a cause of algae growth.

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    If you can't find an organic cotton bamboo tote bag to your liking, you may want to check out bags made with these other sustainable fibers.

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    If you enjoy Japanese music, then you'll love the sounds produced by those skilled with the Shakuhachi bamboo flute.

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    If you enjoy sustainable design elements, consider a bamboo curtain rod.

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    If you follow these lucky bamboo growing instructions, you'll enjoy your arrangement for a very long time.

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    If you have a bathroom window that lets in natural light, real plants that thrive in humid climates such as ferns, palms or bamboo would do well in the bathroom.

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    If you need to replace the flooring in your home, bamboo is a great choice.

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    If you use bamboo fabrics, you may able to pull more tightly because the fabric will stretch and move with your baby.

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    If you want to be eco-friendly and at the same time super chic, then a bamboo linen drapery fills the requirement.

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    If you would like a bamboo bicycle of your own, you can build one yourself or purchase a ready-made unit.

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    If you would rather obtain a pre-built bamboo bicycle instead of tackling the task of building one yourself, there are a number of resources where you can purchase one.

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    If you'd like to create more personal bamboo flute yoga music, take some lessons from Erik the Flutemaker.

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    If you're sticking with bare floors you can use hardwood, bamboo, stone, or ceramic.

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    In addition to small arrangements for wedding favors, many couples include lucky bamboo in other parts of their wedding reception decorations.

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    In addition, the maintenance required for a bamboo floor is simple; just mop and dust.

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    In fabric form, bamboo is hypoallergenic and lightweight.

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    In irrigation they showed skill, draining their fields with built watercourses and bamboo pipes.

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    In many secondary corals (Cyclolites, Thamnastraea) the trabeculae are so far separate that the individual bars are easily recognizable, and each looks something like a bamboo owing to the thickening of the two ends of each node.

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    In Southern India they delight in hill-forest, where the undergrowth is largely formed of bamboo, the tender shoots of which form a favourite delicacy; but during the rains they venture out to feed on the open grass tracts.

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    In the 21st Century the company still build quality bamboo fly fishing rods.

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    In the early days, I used greenheart, followed by bamboo.

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    Increasingly, you can find organic cotton and bamboo shower curtains.

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    Indigo, cotton and tobacco are grown; the bamboo and the ratan-palm are common in the woods; and among the larger trees are sandal-wood, ebony, sapan and teak.

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    Instead choose a simple finish such as wide wood planks or bamboo.

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    Instead, the dancers stand either in pairs or in groups of four, with "beaters" crouching on the floor holding the long bamboo sticks.

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    It has many of the advantages of other natural fabrics, like cotton, bamboo and silk, but wool also offers unparalleled resiliency, opulence and safety.

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    It has three blending units and is made from bamboo, brushed aluminum and stainless steel.

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    It is also important to weigh up the carbon footprint of bamboo sheets.

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    It is by no means certain that even the higher rate is greater than that exhibited by a tropical bamboo which will grow over a foot a day, or even common grasses, or asparagus, during the active period of cell-division, though the phenomenon is here complicated by the phase of extension due to intercalation of water.

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    It is common to hear bamboo referred to as sustainable because the plant grows back so quickly after being harvested.

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    It is crafted from a PEBAX organic thermoplastic elastomer, bamboo fibers, cotton and cork.

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    It is easy to create a clean, green and beautiful interior that matches your individual tastes by installing a bamboo floor.

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    It is the trade centre of a fertile agricultural district, and manufactures bamboo hats, silk and native fibre goods.

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    It is, however, the stem of the bamboo which is applied to the greatest variety of uses.

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    It meanders through dense forest cover and luxuriant bamboo vegetation as you head toward the peaks.

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    It tends to be non-allergenic - people who have trouble with other natural fibers typically don't have a reaction to bamboo.

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    It's not easy to find a variety of these scarves all at once, but bamboo scarves can be purchased online in a rainbow of colors suited to your complexion and wardrobe.

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    Japanese style is all about achieving balance, so offset the simplicity of bamboo with some strong color -- perhaps on accent pillows or window treatments.

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    Keep in mind that ordering bamboo from far away makes it less eco-friendly since fossil fuels are burned in order to transport it.

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    Keeping the green sauce in the wok, add the water chestnuts, sweetcorn and bamboo shoots and simmer for 5 minutes.

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    Kendo practitioners wear full armor and fence with bamboo swords called shinai.

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    Koi fish tattoos often include backgrounds, mostly water and bamboo, although other elements can be combined.

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    Large shade trees and bamboo cabanas provided seating and protection from the sun.

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    Leave a length at the top end of each bamboo string to attach to a waistband made of elastic.

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    Like bamboo, hemp is an extremely strong fiber, and products made with hemp fabrics don't wear out easily.

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    Like bamboo, organic cotton is highly sustainable.

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    Like cotton and bamboo, hemp can be organically grown and is sustainable and renewable.

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    Like most tropical plants, lucky bamboo does best when grown in an environment with a fairly constant temperature.

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    Like so many lemurs, it is completely nocturnal in its habits, living either alone or in pairs, chiefly in the bamboo forests.

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    Look for organic cotton, bamboo and even hemp in trunks that will hold up well and make for a more worry-free summer.

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    Lucky bamboo can be toxic to some animals and small children, so make sure you keep it out of the reach of curious small children and your pets.

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    Lucky bamboo doesn't do well when fed modern tap water that is treated with chemicals.

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    Lucky bamboo is a long-time favorite good luck symbol with meanings varying according to the number of stalks within a single arrangement.

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    Lucky bamboo is a very hardy plant requiring little care to stay healthy, but couples should still take adequate steps to keep it vibrant before the wedding.

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    Lucky bamboo isn't really bamboo at all, though.

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    Lucky bamboo plant wedding favors are a popular and beautiful option rich in symbolism.

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    Lucky bamboo plant wedding favors are an attractive and inexpensive way to inject Asian and new age décor into a wedding celebration.

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    Lucky bamboo plant wedding favors are easy to personalize even beyond the color and type of gravel.

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    Lucky bamboo plants are very low maintenance plants.

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    Lucky Bamboo sells plants and arrangements.

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    Lucky Bamboo, however, is not a type of bamboo at all.

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    Lush greenery and bamboo thickets are typical farming village scenes in Taiwan.

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    Make a Zen workspace out of bamboo following contemporary Japanese style.

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    Many bicyclists find that bamboo frames provide an incredibly smooth ride without sacrificing speed.

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    Many brides choose for bamboo archways or incorporate other tropical outdoor life such as palms, large branches, or native flowers.

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    Many couples opt for a single lucky bamboo shoot not only because it is most cost effective, but also because a single stalk symbolizes simplicity and innocence.

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    Many miles of inland water communication with small boats or bamboo rafts are afforded by the Pampanga, Agno, Abra, Pasig and Bicol rivers in Luzon, and by the Agusan and Rio Grande de Mindanao in Mindanao.

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    Many scarves made from the fiber are sought after because the bamboo is pesticide-free, and is a renewable resource.

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    Many sheets are made from a blend of bamboo and other fibers and while this isn't necessarily a problem, it is important to be sure of what you are paying for.

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    Many times you'll discover that the bamboo has been transformed into a bamboo rayon or the towel is a blend of bamboo and some other fiber.

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    Mats, rugs and carpets are made principally of split bamboo; chairs and beds of balinag and other woods and of rattan.

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    Most parties were able to keep some records on scraps of paper or on bamboo strips.

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    Move the plant - If the bamboo is in a spot exposed to a lot of direct sunlight, which encourages algae growth, move the plant to an area that receives indirect sunlight.

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    Much of what might be considered bamboo flute yoga music may not be found in the typical yoga music rack at the store.

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    Natural bamboo is also sold in horizontal and vertical flooring patterns.

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    Natural materials like bamboo and silk are often the cornerstone of Asian design.

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    Naturalists and those who enjoy feeling a deep connection to the earth will fall head over heels in love with this nature-inspired collection; these spectacles actually have bamboo, rosewood and mahogany crafted right into the frames.

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    Next, you need to heat treat or carbonize the bamboo to increase its strength by removing moisture.

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    Not all bamboo floors are created equal; do your research before committing by conducting a bamboo flooring comparison.

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    On the north coast the houses are not built on piles; the walls, of bamboo or palm branches, are very low, and the projecting roof nearly reaches the ground; a barrier at the entrance keeps out pigs and dogs.

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    Once you've decided on the color and design you like for your bamboo floor, it's time to begin installation.

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    One of our next jobs will be to form the bamboo wigwams in readiness for the runner beans.

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    One popular dish is satay, or barbecued meat served on bamboo skewers and distinctively seasoned.

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    Organic alpaca, hemp, merino or even bamboo can be found.

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    Organic bamboo is a very durable fabric that wicks moisture away from the skin.

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    Organic bamboo is unbleached, and is therefore an off-white color.

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    Organic cotton, such as can be found in a bamboo organic cotton tote bag, is typically unbleached and undyed, reducing the chemical impact its production will have on the ecosystem.

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    Organic sheets are available in super-soft materials like bamboo and cotton, and can be purchased dyed or undyed.

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    Other deposits of this age in France have furnished plants of a more varied aspect, including myrtles, araucarias, a bamboo and several fanleaved palms. Saporta points out the presence in these Paleocene deposits of certain types common, on the one hand, to the American Tertiary strata between the Missouri and the Rocky Mountains, and on the other, to the Tertiary flora of Greenland.

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    Other palm trees found are the date, bamboo, palmyra, coco and dom.

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    Other sustainable materials include bamboo and soybean fiber.

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    Other types of fabric that area rugs can be made from include synthetic fibers, cotton, hemp, bamboo, sisal, seagrass, jute, Flokati and blends.

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    Other types of pots perfect for lucky bamboo shoots include cracked glass decorative pots, flared pots, square dishes, miniature terra cotta pots, or small ceramic containers.

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    Over recent years alternatives to traditional fiber sources have been explored, including the development of a fiber that comes from the bamboo plant.

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    Palm-fibre mats and hats, fans, bamboo baskets and cotton fish-nets are woven here.

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    Part of green living is looking for alternatives to traditional building materials and this includes taking a look at items such as Morning Star bamboo flooring.

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    People consider bamboo as lucky because it represents all five of the chi energy elements.

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    People who are interested in the effects of different purchasing patterns on the environment, may wish to compare the carbon footprint of bamboo sheets with those of home grown cotton sheets.

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    Philippines. Live trees are generally too expensive in this tropical country, so the typical family creates a tree from bamboo and decorates it with colored paper.

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    Phyllostachys Heterocycla Quilioi - A very distinct Bamboo, introduced from the north of Japan.

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    Phyllostachys Heterocycla Viridi-Glaucescens - A most elegant and graceful Bamboo, growing to a great height-nearly 18 feet at Shrubland.

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    Plants - Lucky bamboo or Peace Lily's are great for this area.

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    Popular selections for bamboo flute include Yoga Ragas and Deuter.

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    Privacy was obtained by blinds of split bamboo, and the parent chamber was, separated from the ambulatory by similar bamboo blinds with silk cords for raising or lowering them, or by curtains.

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    Put one bamboo skewer lengthwise in the middle of the diamond.

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    Put the other bamboo skewer widthwise in the middle of the diamond.

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    Rats and mice swarm, both kinds and individuals being numerous, but few present much peculiarity, a bamboo rat (Rhizomys) from the base of the eastern Himalaya being perhaps most worthy of notice.

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    Reeds are usually made from bamboo or rattan, and sometimes they appear curved.

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    Regular tap water contains chloride, which is what will lead to the poisoning and eventual death of your bamboo.

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    Rich textures of cork, bamboo and shoji screens will create a distinct look you'll enjoy for years to come.

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    Riding bicycles is good for the environment, and the most environmentally friendly type of bike is the bamboo bicycle.

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    Roman shades can be constructed of attractive fabric or natural materials like woven woods or bamboo.

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    Sand the bamboo to prepare it for the epoxy that will hold the frame together.

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    Select a shorter bamboo scarf, preferably with fringe, and simply cross it in front in the beginning stages of a bow.

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    Since lucky bamboo is generally grown hydroponically at nurseries and green houses, most people keep their bamboo in a vase of water and pebbles when they bring it home.

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    Sitting outside bamboo huts on the side of the track were human beings begging even from us, or at least trying to.

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    Small bamboo varieties differ in their appearance, and can be chosen to complement the wedding tone and theme.

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    Small patches of cloud forest still exist and there is a dense understory of bamboo in some parts.

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    Smilax Tamnoides - This grows well in the Bamboo Garden at Kew, and shows well how such a plant may be used to ramble over tree stumps to make a mass of picturesque vegetation.

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    Snap a chalk line - You need to begin your bamboo floor layout on the longest wall of the room.

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    Soft, smooth and excellent for wicking away moisture, bamboo make the perfect towels.

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    Some are made from cotton, while other versions feature natural fiber materials, including bamboo, wool and hemp.

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    Some bamboo varieties can thrive with the container filled with stones and water, while others need soil.

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    Stains can make bamboo flooring look like other types of wood, such as ebony.

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    Still, there are already many places online where you can buy organic clothing, usually made from cotton, bamboo or hemp.

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    Stone, bamboo, cork, ceramic, and engineered wood are all good options.

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    Strips are also woven into cages, chairs, beds and other articles of furniture, Oriental wicker-work in bamboo being unequalled for beauty and neatness of workmanship. In China the interior portions of the stem are beaten into a pulp and used for the manufacture of the finer varieties of paper.

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    Surrounded by potted palm trees, bamboo awnings and rough-hewn stone, you could be in the perfect Mediterranean hideaway.

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    Sustainability - Bamboo trees only take four to five years to mature, so they grow back quickly after being harvested.

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    Teaming natural straw with smart white leather trim, Peggy features tassels with bamboo details and a rich braided shoulder strap.

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    Thai and Bamboo have now received precautionary flea and mange treatment after they were seen scratching more than usual.

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    The "flute diva" Wenz is a multi-dimensional performer who's produced a number of CDs featuring bamboo flute.

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    The Ayan spruce (Abies ayanensis), the Sakhalin fir (Abies sachalensis) and the Daurian larch are the chief trees; on the upper parts of the mountains are the Siberian rampant cedar (Cembra pumila) and the Kurilian bamboo (Arundinaria kurilense).

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    The bamboo family are elegant arborescent grasses (see Bamboo).

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    The bamboo family are elegant arborescent grasses.

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    The bamboo fiber is similar to cotton in its raw state.

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    The bamboo plant is quick to grow and this makes it a perfect renewable resource.

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    The bamboo shoot, a mainstay in Asian cooking, also plays a reoccurring role in the east as well.

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    The bamboo yarn is not as bulky as some other types, allowing scarves made form this fiber to be easily screen painted or hand painted.

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    The best dancers have learned the steps so thoroughly that they don't ever have to look down at the bamboo; they place their feet through a mixture of instinct and intuition.

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    The best MAC makeup for brides who want to keep their look natural include Blanc Type eye shadow, a creamy beige and Bamboo eye shadow, a light beige with peach for eyes that pop with neutral color.

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    The cavalry weapons are a straight sword (that of the heavy cavalry is illustrated in the article SWORD), a bamboo lance and the Lebel carbine.

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    The chief industries are sugar-refining, the manufacture of cement, paper, bamboo and rattan ware, carving in wood and ivory, working in copper and iron, gold-beating and the production of gold, silver and sandal-wood ware, furniture making, umbrella and j;nricksha making, and industries connected with kerosene oil and matches.

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    The Chinese give lucky bamboo plants as gifts with careful selection of the number of stalks within the arrangement such as two stalks are considered symbols of love and can double your luck.

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    The city is built on a low plain, is regularly laid out, and has many fine warehouses, public buildings and residences, but its greater part, however, consists of mud-walled cabins supported by bamboo (guadua) framework and thatched with rushes.

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    The company also carries a line of swimwear that is made of bamboo, organic cotton, and spandex.

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    The cost of bamboo floors can vary widely, from around $2 per square foot to over $8.

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    The Dizi is a bamboo flute that sounds just like a normal flute.

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    The fiber is made so it dries as fast as bamboo.

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    The following may be mentioned; Arundinaria simoni, a fine plant which in the bamboo garden at Kew has reached 18 ft.

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    The French windows open to a large terrace with a 3 seater bamboo settee & 2 bamboo armchairs with coffee table.

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    The giant rhubarb was the first place to go then we went to the dragon, then the bamboo maze.

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    The grains of the bamboo are available for food, and the Chinese have a proverb that it produces seed more abundantly in years when the rice crop fails, which means, probably, that in times of dearth the natives look more after such a source of food.

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    The gravel inside the lucky bamboo pot can add a great decorative accent to the favor.

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    The higher slopes, often wrapped in mist, are thick with pine forests, golden bamboo and dark green firs.

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    The horse bit appears again, this time in metal and bamboo, and stretched across the bridge of wooden-heeled mules, kitten-heeled sandals, and classic courts.

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    The houses are built of wood and bamboo; and as the use of diagonal struts is not practised, the walls soon lean over from the force of the winds.

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    The implements used are two makes of iron-shod wooden ploughs; a large shovel, worked by three or five men, one working the handle, the others jerking the blade by ropes attached to it; a short sharp-pointed hoe, a bamboo rake, and a wooden barrow, all of rude construction.

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    The indigenous economic plants are few, and are of no commercial value, excepting wild ginseng,bamboo, which is applied to countless uses, and "tak-pul" (Hibiscus Manihot), used in the manufacture of paper.

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    The intricate dance steps are actually physically matched with the rhythm so that the dancers are stepping in between the rods when they are on the floor, then nimbly stepping out to either side when the bamboo sticks are clapped together.

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    The island of Shikotan is remarkable for the growth of a species of bamboo (called Shikotan-chiku), having dark brown spots on the cane.

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    The Korinchis live among the mountains south of Padang, and farther south on the borders of Palembang and Benkulen are the Rejangers, a peculiar tribe who employ a distinctive written character which they cut with a kris on bamboo or lontar.

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    The label on the bamboo sheets should clearly state whether the sheets are organic and this should be certified by a recognized organic certifying body.

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    The lake still under construction 02/02/01 Just the place to build a bamboo shack.

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    The largest bamboo recorded is 170 ft., and the diameter is usually reckoned at about 4 in.

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    The last part of this trip takes place on long tail boat or bamboo raft.

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    The lucky bamboo is a misnomer because it's not really bamboo, but a variety of the dracaenas family.

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    The lumpy knob on the nose of the handle is the root-ball from which the bamboo culm grew.

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    The majority of bamboo plants and wedding favors packages you'll find will be with the lily-derived Lucky Bamboo rather than the tropical species.

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    The majority of bamboo towels available on the market are solid-colored; however, you can find some bamboo towels in a striped pattern.

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    The natural variances and gradations in the bamboo will create a visually interesting focal point.

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    The natural variations found in bamboo make this an ideal material for people looking for something different in their homes.

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    The other bamboo I set up in the middle of the yard, all by itself, some few steps from any outstanding object.

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    The other bamboo tiles are represented by green bamboos only.

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    The panda Webkinz' favorite food is bamboo cannelloni, and its pet item is a panda Ming vase fridge.

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    The Papuan comb is characteristic. This is a long piece of bamboo split at one end into prongs, while the other projects beyond the forehead sometimes two feet or more, and into it are stuck the bright feathers of parrots and other birds.

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    The planks shouldn't have filler, and ideally they should incorporate layers that run crosswise in the middle to increase strength (bamboo floors are made by gluing strips together).

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    The principal exports from all the regencies alike are black and white pepper, bamboo (rotan), gums, caoutchouc, copra, nutmegs, mace and gambir.

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    The production of silky rayon bamboo fabrics used in high-end clothing and home decor items relies on caustic chemical compounds as part of the manufacturing process.

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    The pure Sakai in the interior have a good knowledge of planting rice, tapioca, &c., fashion pretty vessels from bamboos, which they decorate with patterns traced by the aid of fire, make loin-cloths (their only garment) from the bark of the trap and ipoh trees; are very musical, using a rude lute of bamboo, and a noseflute of a very sweet tone, and singing in chorus very melodiously; and altogether have attained in their primitive state to a higher degree of civilization than have the Semang.

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    The qualities of bamboo as a building material have long been recognized in many parts of the world and items such as bamboo flooring and bamboo housewares are becoming increasingly popular.

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    The researchers believe that various bamboo species, including giant bamboo, could hold the key to addressing the problem.

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    The resort's dining room is quiet, done up in spa-like bamboo and tranquil colors.

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    The rest is open rice-land, alternating with great stretches of grass, reed jungle and bamboo scrub, much of which is under water for quite three months of the year.

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    The roof is sometimes of bamboo solely, and when split, which is accomplished with the greatest ease, it can be formed into laths or planks.

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    The root-stock runs rather freely, but it is to its habit that this Bamboo owes its surpassing loveliness.

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    The secret is the company's hug-a-boo fabric, created from bamboo fibers and designed to feel like cashmere next to your skin.

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    The socks stay cool and dry while keeping odor at bay, exactly as good bamboo should.

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    The soles are usually made of rubber or neoprene, but may be made more fashionable with the addition of other materials such as fabric, leather and bamboo.

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    The sound of the bamboo staves hitting each other and the ground is quite loud and startling, and implies danger to the dancers who prance in and out of the spaces created by the rhythmic pounding.

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    The South American bamboo (Bambusa guadia) has a very wide range, and is found nearly up to the limit of perpetual snow.

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    The Splashabout Beach/Pool Robe comes in matching shades for boys and girls and is made of bamboo, which is quickly becoming recognized as an ideal fabric.

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    The stock of bamboo can be replenished annually.

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    The Tasmanian Apple-berry is a charming shrub for a low wall, or it may be grown in pots plunged outside and trained on old Bamboo stems, so as to be taken indoors when the fruits are colored.

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    The teams will help expand markets for bamboo handicrafts.

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    The town is a collection of bamboo houses of no importance, but there is a walled enceinte of some historical interest.

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    The typical Annamese dwelling is open to the gaze of the passer-by during the day; at night a sort of partition of bamboo is let down.

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    The Umzimkulu river rises in Bamboo Castle, in the Drakensberg, and, with bolder curves than the Umkomaas, runs in a course generally parallel with that stream S.E.

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    The unique look and feel of bamboo yarn has made it a new innovation in organic and natural fiber clothing and accessories.

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    The uses to which all the parts and products of the bamboo are applied in Oriental countries are almost endless.

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    The young man will have his chest, back, and rear end sliced open with sharp pieces of bamboo.

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    Their knives are of bamboo hardened by fire.

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    There are a number of tote bags made with bamboo and organic cotton.

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    There are also timber trees such as mahogany, ebony, teak, lignum vitae, African cedars and planes, while oil, borassus and bamboo palms are abundant.

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    There are bamboo clumps on the right panel of the stage which is a reminder of the sanctity of the space.

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    There are multiple ways to flatter yourself by wearing a bamboo scarf, and this is just the beginning of your accessorizing options.

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    There are plenty of excellent websites that offer more information about bamboo sheets as well as offering an exciting range in their online stores.

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    There are quite a few materials in use, like reeds, grasses (such as bamboo), cotton, and polylactic acids (PLA), which are derived from agricultural crops like corn.

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    There are still advantages to choosing bamboo for your next tote as long as you check the labels to verify that the bamboo fabric you're buying was created using environmentally safe practices.

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    There are still few bamboo bicycle makers, and it remains more of an artform than a mass-marketed product.

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    There is also the universal bamboo, and in the north-western tracts the equally useful rattan.

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    There is no official grading or rating system, so it can be difficult to make a bamboo flooring comparison.

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    These birds are also very precious to the Philippino hunters, who would create traps made out of bamboo to catch the ti-kling's legs.

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    These Christmas trees are typically decorated with star lanterns made from bamboo sticks, covered with brightly colored rice paper or cellophane.

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    These diapers are flat squares of cotton (or bamboo, hemp, or wool) folded into a kind of pad that gets inserted into a diaper cover.

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    These prefolds have two layers of lovely soft bamboo terry fabric on the side panels and three layers on the middle panel.

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    These rugs can be made of any type of fiber, including cotton, bamboo, polyester blends, silk, wool, and others.

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    These socks are made partially of bamboo, which acolytes know makes for some of the nicest clothing around, as well as being eco-friendly.

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    These towels are made of bamboo and organic cotton.

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    These treats are served in bamboo baskets and consist of 3-4 pieces of steamed meat, shrimp, buns, egg rolls, or pork.

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    They consist chiefly in the manufacture of sea-salt, of varied and admirable paper, thin and poor silk, horse-hair crinoline for hats, fine split bamboo blinds, hats and mats, coarse pottery, hemp cloth for mourners, brass bowls and grass-cloth.

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    They employ the bamboo for making drums and flutes.

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    They neither plant nor have they any manufactures except their rude bamboo and rattan vessels, the fish and game traps which they set with much skill, and the bows, blow-pipes and bamboo spears with which they and the produce of their hunting and fishing.

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    They were dyed orange, and mounted on 24-inch split bamboo sticks.

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    They were often Vehkles constructed of rich lacquer; the curtains suspended in front were of the finest bamboo workmanship, with thick cords and tassels of plaited silk, and the draught animal, an ox of handsome proportions, was brilliantly caparisoned.

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    Thick and soft, bamboo is also naturally anti-bacterial and repels mildew while wicking away moisture quickly and effectively.

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    This bamboo print ring detailed tank and solid green bottom are sold together for greater convenience.

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    This can allow you to incorporate the beauty of bamboo without worrying about the plants.

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    This chic tankini set, with its vibrant parrot green color and white "bamboo" pattern, will certainly put you in vacation mode!

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    This is due to its unique micro-structure which allows bamboo apparel to absorb and evaporate perspiration faster than other fabric.

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    This isn't a negative thing, it's just something to which you should pay attention, especially if you're interested in purchased a towel that is 100% bamboo instead of a blend of fibers.

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    This makes a bamboo bike is an extremely green way to get around.

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    This makes bamboo an extremely effective choice for sheeting.

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    This makes bamboo towels naturally resistant to odor.

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    This means that the fibers that are produced from the bamboo plant are organic.

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    This means that the process of buying bamboo sheets is exactly the same as buying traditional sheets.

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    This music distributor has an extensive catalog of music, including tunes for energetic yoga, instrumentals for healing, meditation, world music, and bamboo flute.

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    This tall and slender black bamboo will look striking in any garden situation.

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    This type of bamboo flooring is distressed by hand to achieve that "worn in" look.

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    Though they are mainly dependent on the chase for food, their weapons are still the spear and the bow, the latter being made of wood and strung with bamboo.

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    Thread a short bamboo cane through the wire at the back to keep the whole thing rigid.

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    Tiki wood and bamboo furniture get things started - include tropical inspired bedding, fairy lights to give the room a "sunset" feel, and if you're feeling especially adventurous, hang a surfboard on the wall.

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    To make your own bamboo skirt purchase strips of hardened bamboo and cut to two-inch lengths.

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    Today, bamboo continues to be a favored instrument material because of its sustainability.

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    Today, lucky bamboo is a popular plant for both experienced and novice growers, as well as anyone simply interested in a beautiful living plant to spruce up their décor.

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    Today's overstuffed and oversized furnishings will be out of place in a bamboo chic room.

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    Transfer the chicken from the liquor and place in a shallow heat-proof bowl that will fit inside a bamboo steamer.

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    Tropic Zone (an Etsy shop) sells a unique tropical bamboo screen earring organizer.

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    Try wearing two gossamer bamboo scarves knotted together and tucked inside an overcoat with the ends loose.

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    Unfinished and in its natural state, bamboo has a simple beauty.

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    Unlike hardwood, which can take up to twenty-five years to grow, bamboo produces new shoots every year.

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    Unlike many cottons and linens, the bamboo plant grows quickly without the need of chemicals such as fertilizers and pesticides.

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    Unlike real hospital comforts, with a spring mattress, the bamboo slat sleeping platforms caused sores, of which I was a victim.

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    Usable yield - Bamboo yields more usable biomass that other types of trees used to produce flooring.

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    Use bamboo as a wall cover to create a clean and sparsely decorated space.

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    Using bamboo and organic cotton tote bags as an alternative to plastic shopping bags is a sustainable way to approach the problem of plastic bags in the environment.

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    Very few chemicals are required to make unbleached bamboo fiber.

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    Visit a local nursery to purchase the bamboo stalks for building your frame.

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    Warranties vary by bamboo flooring manufacturer.

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    Water soaks into the ground and from this nourishing energy springs plantlife in the form of grasses, bamboo, trees and all kinds of plants.

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    We hit lucky with a party of Spectacled greenbuls and a little later on fabulous views of Greater bamboo lemurs at very close range.

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    We were then invited to carry out trials on planting bamboo to stop landslides from further developing.

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    Well Cultivated - Three times more absorbent than cotton terry towels, these are made from bamboo.

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    What we had originally believed to be a high ' alpine ' meadow was an expanse of dwarf bamboo turned white by the cold.

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    When available, these mammals eat bananas, eggs, fish, oranges and honey, although bamboo is the main staple in their diet.

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    When deciding how to use bamboo flooring, it is useful to talk to a green home builder who will be able to give help and advice.

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    When of one cable, called the taravita, the passenger and his luggage are drawn across in a rude kind of basket suspended from it; but when two or more cables are used, transverse sticks of bamboo and reeds are laid upon them, forming a rude prototype of the regular suspension bridge.

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    When purchased in bulk, lucky bamboo shoots can be as little as 10 or 15 cents each for a 3-4 inch tall straight stalk, though longer stalks or those with curls and twists can cost $10 or more each.

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    When purchasing lucky bamboo, look for stalks that are a bright green color without yellow or brown spots or bruises.

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    When you want a different sound to accompany your routine, bamboo flute yoga music is a good alternative.

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    Where Javanese is the principal language, Malay is sometimes found written with Javanese characters; and in Palembang, in the Menangkabo country of Middle Sumatra, the Rechang or Renchong characters are in general use, so called from the sharp and pointed knife with which they are cut on the smooth side of bamboo staves.

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    Whether the bamboo favors you purchase are actually dwarf bamboo species or the Lucky Bamboo variety, it will need water and sunlight to survive.

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    Whether the bamboo favors you purchase are actually dwarf bamboo species or the lucky bamboo variety, they will need water and sunlight to survive.

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    Whether you choose organic cotton, bamboo, or other organic fibers, you can feel good that your bag was made in a way that doesn't harm the environment.

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    Whether you live in a country farmhouse, a suburban Colonial or a city apartment, you can easily add a touch of bamboo chic to your home.

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    Whether you want to incorporate your Asian ancestry, want to infuse the myths symbolized by this plant in your wedding, or just want a tasteful elegant favor for your reception, a bamboo plant may fit the bill.

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    Which despite being on the top of the mountain is still surrounded by huge groves of bamboo.

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    While all of the above factors are important in comparing bamboo floors, for many people, price is the bottom line.

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    While bamboo can be transplanted quite easily and provide good ground cover, its hardiness also makes transplanted areas susceptible to its overspreading and it can be difficult to fully eradicate.

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    While dwarf bamboo varieties can be used as decorative houseplants, a plant commonly referred to when discussing bamboo plants and wedding favors is lucky bamboo.

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    While dwarf bamboo varieties can be used as decorative houseplants, a plant commonly referred to when discussing bamboo plants and wedding favors is Lucky Bamboo.

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    While Florsheim is not currently advertising bamboo socks on their official site, there is no reason to assume they have given up making them completely.

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    While it is possible to buy ready-made lucky bamboo plant wedding favors in several sizes, most couples opt for homemade wedding favors because they are far less expensive.

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    While some people have had acceptable results using bamboo sticks in their homemade reed diffusers, genuine reeds will work better if you are using an essential oil fragrance base.

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    While this kind of plant can live in water, if it's in a soil container, then the bamboo has been conditioned to a soil environment.

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    Wind The shakuhachi is an end-blown bamboo flute, with five holes and no keys.

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    With a bit of creativity and time, you can make your own bamboo plant wedding favors.

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    With a few well-placed and carefully chosen accessories, bamboo chic is easy to achieve.

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    With the proper prevention and care, algae will never be a problem and you can enjoy your lucky bamboo plant for many years to come.

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    Wooden kitchen countertops and island tops are making a comeback as materials such as bamboo offer new, sustainable design options.

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    You came by on bamboo stilts, playing horse.

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    You can benefit from the unique properties of bamboo.

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    You can find some savings when you opt to use recycled glass countertops or renewable resources for your flooring like bamboo.

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    You can increase your collection of lucky bamboo by taking any trimmings and applying a rooting hormone before placing in clean water.

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    You can order lucky bamboo favors online in so many styles and colors, you may have a hard time making a choice.

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    You can purchase a bamboo and cotton linen blend.

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    You can purchase organic bamboo rugs that are naturally dyed to stay in keeping with a green kitchen design.

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    You can use a basic blow torch, but be sure you have extra pieces of bamboo in case you make mistakes!

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    You may even want to consider bamboo floors, or tile with a grass area rug.

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    You may have heard of lucky bamboo and wondered what it means.

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    You may not be familiar with bamboo as a material choice for rugs, but it is one of the best choices because of its natural anti-bacterial, anti-mildew and mold properties.

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    You might well think that the concept of bamboo towels and diapers makes as much sense as steel pillow cases or a chocolate fireguard.

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    You probably know that bamboo is a rapidly renewable resource, making it an environmentally friendly material.

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    You'll also find bamboo flutes through a number of websites, including Sunreed Instruments, Sound Creations, and Side-Blown Technologies.

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    You'll also want to make sure you're using actual reed instead of bamboo sticks.

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    You'll have little to now piling with bamboo flannel sheets.

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    You'll need to trim your bamboo whenever the leaves age and die.

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    You'll want to check the content of the cotton and especially the bamboo when purchasing organic towels.

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    You've heard of bamboo flooring and bamboo furniture, but bamboo bicycles?