Compressive Strength: Bamboo’s compressive strength is approximately between 40 and 80 N/mm², which is two to four times higher than that of most wood.

Tensile Strength: The maximum tensile strength of bamboo is determined by testing the fibers (bamboo strips) rather than the entire stem. According to ISO 22157, guidelines exist for tensile strength parallel to the fibers. The average tensile strength is around 160 N/mm² – often three times higher than conventional wood.

Elasticity: Bamboo’s hollow structure allows it to withstand very high loads. For comparison, while white oak, white pine, and teak have compressive strengths of about 7,440 psi, 4,400 psi, and 8,410 psi respectively, bamboo boasts a tensile strength of approximately 28,000 psi.