Market survey on:

Bamboo, Ratan & Cane

Name: Sana A. Sayyad

Class : 2nd year
Sub: Ad. Materials and Construction Technique
INIFD Kothrud, Pune.
 Bamboo:
Bamboo has high tensile strength, making it suitable for use as beams and
columns in construction. It is also a renewable resource and is known for its
quick growth, making it an environmentally friendly building material.

Bamboo has a high tensile strength similar to steel and a compressive

strength twice that of concrete. Also, bamboo fibres exhibit higher shear
stress compared to wood.
Bamboo as a Construction Material: Understanding its Physical
Properties

These strengths of Bamboo make it a versatile and reliable option for

construction projects of all sizes–
1. Strength
Bamboo is renowned for its strength and sturdiness, with a tensile
strength that rivals that of steel. This makes it a suitable material for
building bridges and other structures that require support and stability.
Bamboo poles can be used as columns and beams in the construction
of houses and other buildings, providing a strong and stable structure.
2. Durability
Bamboo is naturally resistant to water damage, decay, and other
weather-related wear and tear. This means that it can withstand the
elements and remain strong and sturdy for many years, even with
minimal maintenance.
Bamboo is ideal for outdoor decking, fences, and other exterior
applications where it will be exposed to the elements. Its natural
resistance to water and weather damage makes it a low-maintenance
option for these types of projects.
3. Flexibility
Despite its strength, bamboo is also flexible, which makes it an ideal material for construction projects
that require a certain amount of give and take. This property also helps bamboo to bend and sway
without breaking during strong winds or earthquakes.

Bamboo is an excellent choice for the construction of arches, curved roofs, and other architectural
features that require a certain degree of flexibility. Its flexibility allows it to bend and curve without
breaking, making it a versatile material for these types of projects.

Challenges of Using Bamboo as Building Material

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Procurement: Difficulty in sourcing sustainable bamboo in large quantities and ensuring quality control.

Climate: Susceptibility of bamboo to decay and insect infestation in humid Indian conditions.

Transportation: Costly and potentially damaging transportation of bamboo over long distances.

Expertise: Lack of awareness and expertise among architects, engineers, and builders regarding bamboo
as a construction material.
Advantages And Disadvantages:

Advantages of Bamboo Construction Disadvantages of Bamboo Construction

Sustainable and eco-friendly Availability and cost may vary in certain regions

Affordable compared to traditional building materials Can be prone to pest attacks

High strength-to-weight ratio May not be as fire resistant as other building materials

Versatile and adaptable to various building designs Can be subject to dimensional changes due to moisture

Aesthetically pleasing May not have standardization in quality and size

Efficient use of resources Can be difficult to find skilled labor to work with bamboo

Lightweight and easy to transport May require special storage and handling to prevent damage

Biodegradable and low carbon footprint May not have local codes and regulations for use as a building material
 A Cost Estimate of Bamboo Construction
To help you get a better understanding of the cost of bamboo
construction in India, we’ve compiled a list of common bamboo
structures for a home and the estimated cost range for each.

As per the latest market rates, the

average Bamboo price is
Cost
₹300/Quintal. The lowest market Structure Range (in
price is ₹200/Quintal. ₹)
Bamboo 20,000 to
Walls 50,000
Bamboo 30,000 to
Roofing 60,000
Bamboo 15,000 to
Flooring 35,000
Bamboo 10,000 to
Pillars 30,000
Bamboo 30,000 to
Staircase 50,000
Different Types of Bamboo Found in Maharashtra region:

The varieties grown here since long are Manvel (Dendrocalamus strictus), Katang (Bambusa
bambos) or thorny bamboo, Manga (Dendrocalamus stocksii) and Chivari (Munrochloa
ritchiei). The Konkan region, which includes Sindhudurg, is home to Manga bamboo.

OUTLET:
JAI GANESH ENGINEERING
SWAPNIL SUBHASH SHINDE
Plot 2, Sane Guruji Soc, Sainik Wadi, Vadgaonsheri Pune - 411014, Maharashtra, India
Commercial Bamboo Species:
1. Dendrocalamus strictus ( Manvel bamboo) :

Dendrocalamus strictus is a medium-sized bamboo with culms

of about 8-20 m tall and 2.5-8 cm in diameter. The internodes
are 30-45 cm long and thick-walled. Culms are hollow when
growing under humid conditions, but nearly solid under dry
conditions. This species has pale blue - green culms when
young, and dull green or yellow culms on maturity, which can
slightly zig-zag from the middle towards the top. Its nodes are
somewhat swollen and basal nodes are often rooting.
Height 8 - 20 m
Diameter 2.5 - 8 cm
Growth Habit Clumping
Climate Tropical - Subtropical
Hardiness -5 °C
Origin Southeast Asia
price: Rs.10/ piece
Dendrocalamus Stocksii, Manga, Marihal Bamboo Plant:

Dendrocalamus stocksii known as ‘Manga or Marihal bamboo’, is an

important bamboo species with different end uses. It is a graceful
mid-sized non-thorny bamboo species with loosely spaced solid erect
culms ranging from 30-50mm diameter, which provides flexibility in
harvesting, easy management and steady income to farmers. This
species is mainly found in Central Western Ghats from Kasargod in
Kerala to Ratnagiri in Maharashtra. It is a valuable multi-purpose
bamboo species used as substitute for cane and rattan in bamboo
based furniture industry. This species has a wide adaptability comes
up well in tropical humid, sub humid and semi-arid conditions under
black and red soil conditions.

Price:₹ 20/ Piece

Bambusa Arundinacea - Katanga, kantha bamboo plant
(Bambusa bambos):

Bambusa bambos, the giant thorny bamboo, Indian thorny

bamboo, spiny bamboo, or thorny bamboo
It is a tall, bright-green colored spiny bamboo species,
which grows in thickets consisting of a large number of
heavily branched, closely growing culms. It reaches a
height of 10–35 m and grows naturally in the forests of the
dry zones.

₹ 10/ Piece
Use of Bamboo in Interiors:

Bamboo furniture has gained popularity, known for its natural and elegant
aesthetics that can seamlessly complement various decor styles. They can be
chairs, tables, and shelves, which bring an organic feel to spaces.
Bamboo grows mainly in the humid tropics and subtropics. Not only the frame
of the dwelling (walls, columns) is made of it, but also the roof, scaffolding, it
can also be used as a finishing material.

Bamboo has many uses, mainly in construction (flooring, roofing designing,

and scaffolding), furniture, food, biofuel, fabrics, cloth, paper, pulp, charcoal,
ornamental garden planting, and environmental characteristics, such as a large
carbon sink and good phytoremediation option, improving soil structure and
soil .etc.

What are the commercial applications of bamboo?

Used for wall, posts, basketry, weaving, archery, pulp, rhizome adulterated for
rhinoceros horn, young shoots edible. Used for pulp, construction, musical
instruments, furniture, handicrafts. Leaves medicinal and shoots edible.
TREATMENTS:

The 4 methods used traditionally to treat bamboo including, harvesting,

leaching, fermentation, smoking, and salt-water immersion.

1.Water-Leaching.
2.Fermentation.
3.Smoking And Heating.
4.Salt Water / Sea Water Immersion
5.Preserve the bamboo using these chemicals:
6.Copper sulfate.
7.Boric acid and borax combination.
8.Sodium Penta Chloro Phenate (NaPCP)
9.Zinc chloride.
10.Copper chrome-boron.
11.Ammoniacal Copper Arsenate.
12.Pentachlorophenol (PCP)
13.Copper / Zinc Soaps.
RATTAN:

Rattan, although fibrous, is solid wood. One way to tell if

something is made from bamboo or rattan is to see if there is a
curve in the pole. Bamboo is brittle and cannot be bent. Rattan
is durable yet flexible, allowing it to bend.
In conclusion, while wood is stronger, outdoor synthetic rattan
furniture performs better in terms of weather resistance. Cost
differences are variable and usually, wicker is cheaper than
wood.

Its characteristics are that it is strong, supple and light. The

pulpwood has long thorns on its skin. Using those thorns, the
rattan grows high and coils around other tall plants in pursuit of
sunlight. There are more than 300 types of rattan, with a wide
range of thicknesses from approximately 2 mm to 6 cm or
more.

Rs 240/square feet
 CANE :

In common use, the term cane may refer to any plant with a
long, thin stem. However, the cane used for furniture is derived
from the rattan vine native to Indonesia, the Philippines, and
Malaysia.
The vines typically grow to 100–300 feet (30–90 m) in length;
most have a diameter less than 1 inch (25 mm).

As well as durability, rattan and cane are the ideal furniture

choices for easy cleaning and low maintenance.

Rate: it ranges from 3700-4000/quintal.

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