Bamboo Treatment Online Course

ONLINE COURSE

Bamboo Treatment Online Course

How to treat your bamboo using non-toxic preservation solutions for bamboo construction.

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ONLINE COURSE

Bamboo Treatment Online Course

How to treat bamboo using borax based preservation solutions for bamboo construction.

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Why Treat Bamboo?

Bamboo’s natural strength and mechanical properties make it an amazing construction material, but if used untreated, bamboo will be eaten to dust by bugs in just a few years because of its high starch content.

This is why the most important part of building bamboo structures is treating your bamboo properly!

Is This Course For You?

The Bamboo Treatment Online Course is a step-by-step training on how to preserve bamboo in order to build long-lasting structures using

boron-based solutions.

Whether you are a builder, architect, or a sustainability enthusiast, this course will enable you to transform bamboo into a durable construction material, it will help remove any fear or doubt about the durability of bamboo and help you build reputable bamboo structures that stand the

test of time!

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The Bamboo Treatment Online Course will show you how to turn bamboo into a long-lasting building material.

We have curated our expertise in bamboo treatment, distilling it into a comprehensive set of accessible, failproof techniques and instructions that have been honed over a span of 15 years. This course will save you thousands of dollars in R&D and trial and error.

These proven methodologies are the cornerstone of our success in constructing globally acclaimed bamboo structures. Our knowledge is founded upon rigorous testing and real-world application, serving as the blueprint for the construction of the world's most esteemed bamboo buildings.

How Does The Bamboo Treatment

Online Course Work?

The Bamboo Treatment Online Course will give you all the training and tools you need to treat bamboo with borax and boric acid.

You’ll get:

Step-by-step video training that shows you exactly how to prepare, treat and store your bamboo for longevity.
Instructions for different methods of treatment and expert guidance on deciding which method is right for your context and scale, including VSD, Boucherie and Hot & Cold Soaking Bamboo.
Real-Time Feedback from Bamboo U Team
Bonus Module to ensure your building is designed for longevity!
Lifetime access.
A worldwide community to draw from for knowledge and support.
Bamboo Treatment Certification by

Bamboo U.

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What's Inside The Course?

Introduction To The Course

Familiarize yourself with The Bamboo U Online Platform and Community group.

Module 1. Why Treat Your Bamboo

This module explains why and how bamboo deteriorates - biotic (eg. fungi, insects) and abiotic factors (moisture, cracks, weathering) and what happens if bamboo goes untreated.

Module 2. Methods For Treating Your Bamboo

This module dives into boron-based treatment solutions and how to reuse and dispose of the solution. You will learn both small- and medium to large -scale treatment methods and the tools required for each, including VSD, Cold Immersion, Hot Immersion, Boucherie, and Modified Boucherie. In this module, we will also cover traditional techniques for treating bamboo and the pros and cons for each.

Module 3. Post-Preservation of Bamboo

You’ll learn how to preserve and maintain your bamboo after you treat it. This will include instructions on cleaning and drying poles, storage, testing the bamboo for treatment, testing the solution for reuse, and indicators of poorly treated bamboo.

Module 4. Setting Up Your Own Treatment Facility

This module sets you up with what you need to know to set up your own small or medium-scale treatment facility including a sample layout and equipment list you will need for your facility.

What's Inside The Course?

Introduction To The Course
Familiarize yourself with The Bamboo U Online Platform and Community group.

Module 1. Why Treat Your Bamboo
This module explains why and how bamboo deteriorates - biotic (eg. fungi, insects) and abiotic factors (moisture, cracks, weathering) and what happens if bamboo goes untreated.

Module 2. Methods For Treating Your Bamboo
This module dives into boron-based treatment solutions and how to reuse and dispose of the solution. You will learn both small- and medium to large-scale treatment methods and the tools required for each, including VSD, Cold Immersion, Hot Immersion, Boucherie, and Modified Boucherie. In this module, we will also cover traditional techniques for treating bamboo and the pros and cons for each.

Module 3. Post Preservation of Bamboo
You’ll learn how to preserve and maintain your bamboo after you treat it. This will include instructions on cleaning and drying poles, storage, testing the bamboo for treatment, testing the solution for reuse, and indicators of poorly treated bamboo.

Module 4. Setting Up Your Own Treatment Facility

This module sets you up with what you need to know to set up your own small or medium-scale treatment facility including a sample layout and equipment list you will need for your facility.

PLUS This BONUS To Set You Up For Success

BONUS
$39 Value

PRESERVATION BY DESIGN: HOW TO DESIGN A BAMBOO BUILDING SO IT WILL LAST!

In this Bonus Module we will show you how design impacts the longevity of bamboo structures. We share best practices, opportunities for design, and do’s and don’ts when it comes to designing for bamboo.

The properties of bamboo; its strengths and weaknesses present significant opportunities and considerations when designing with bamboo; especially for roofing, overhangs, spans and foundations. We share detailed instructions on how to design a building that will last!

PLUS This BONUS

To Set Up For Success

BONUS
$39 Value

PRESERVATION BY DESIGN: HOW TO DESIGN A BAMBOO BUILDING SO IT WILL LAST!

In this Bonus Module we will show you how design impacts the longevity of bamboo structures. We share best practices, opportunities for design, and do’s and don’ts when it comes to designing for bamboo.

The properties of bamboo; its strengths and weaknesses present significant opportunities and considerations when designing with bamboo; especially for roofing, overhangs, spans and foundations. We share detailed instructions on how to design a building that

will last!

Bamboo Treatment is one of the most important things to get right when building with bamboo. We're giving away all the details for just US$ 59!!

ONE TIME PAYMENT OF $59

~~(Actual value $139)~~

What Students Say About The Course

So great that we can strategize the treatments on what we require for each project and in the fact, we can reuse the solution, until it is used is remarkable. Thank you for making this information so available and clear.

Mona El Batrik

Architectural Designer

Thank you Orin and the whole Bamboo U team! Have been enjoying all your lessons a lot!

Sanne Eekel

Architect

This was so helpful, informative, and fun to complete... Such a great resource to get started with bamboo.

Ivan Thorley

Artistic Director

Bamboo Treatment is one of the most important things to get right when building with bamboo. We're giving away all the details for just US$ 59!!

ONE-TIME PAYMENT OF $59

~~(Actual value $139)~~

What Students Say

About The Course

So great that we can strategize the treatments on what we require for each project and in the fact, we can reuse the solution, until it is used is remarkable. Thank you for making this information so available and clear.

Mona El Batrik

Architectural Designer

Thank you Orin and the whole Bamboo U team! Have been enjoying all your lessons a lot!

Sanne Eekel

Architect

This was so helpful, informative, and fun to complete... Such a great resource yo get started with bamboo.

Ivan Thorley

Artistic Director

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What Is Included?

Exclusive access to our team of experts and other people in the industry via the Bamboo U Online Platform
The 4 module course + BONUS is made up of cinematic videos and downloadable step by step, illustrated instructions.
Lifetime access
Certificate of Completion

The Investment:

One-time Payment of $59

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Starts anytime

What Is Included?

Exclusive access to our team of experts and other people in the industry via the Bamboo U Online Platform
The 4 module course + BONUS is made up of cinematic videos and downloadable stepby step, illustrated instructions.
Lifetime access
Certificate of Completion

The Investment:

One-time Payment of $59

ENROLL NOW

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I access the online course?

The Bamboo Treatment online course is hosted on our very own Bamboo U Online Platform.

Once the course begins, you get instant access to the Online Platform. You'll get access to over 1000 bamboo enthusiasts and experts from around the world via the Bamboo U Online Platform. It is your portal to bamboo knowledge from around the world.

How much time will I need to put into this?

You will need to dedicate just 30 mins a day to this course, for a period of 2 weeks.

Are there any prerequisites for this course?

There are no prerequisites needed for this course. In relation to getting the most out of this course we recommend having at least 10mbps of download speed.

Our online courses are most compatible with Chrome and Safari browsers on a desktop. However, you will also be able to enjoy the course from your phone if needed.

Are there any refunds available? What is your cancellation policy?

No refunds are available for this course. We do not accept any cancellations. Remember! You get lifetime access for this course so if you cannot complete the course now, you will be able to come back to it over and over again.

Do I get the full course all at once?

Yes you will be able to access all the material as soon as the course goes LIVE.

How long will I have access to the content? Will the course expire?

You get lifetime access! This course content will be available to you even after the course ends.

Will I need to purchase any tools and materials?

You will not need to purchase any materials.