Make Jobs Quicker, Easier & More Profitable by Using the Right Finish For the Right Job

It’s a common perception that over specifying finishes for timber floors increases the floors lifespan, but often it's simply not required and is overkill for the intended use of the floor. The finish only needs to provide the wear resistance for the task at hand, it only needs to do what it needs to do! For example if the customer wants a floor that is going to last 5 to 7 years before needing re-coating, the finish that provides this level of wear appropriate to its use is the one to choose. Specifying the right finish for the right timber floor can both save the customer money, deliver a more fit for purpose floor, and mean the contractor can win more jobs by providing keener pricing, at the same time retaining profit margin.

For example, in most residential cases a durable1k finish such as Bona Mega or Bona Mega EVO is more than up to the job. Using a heavy duty or even extreme use commercial finish like Bona Traffic or Bona Traffic HD in a residential situation in most cases exceeds the expected wear requirements of the floor.

For commercial projects, Bona's 1k Traffic GO with inbuilt hardener makes for a quick and easy application if the floors are not subject to constant extreme use, as it still provides heavy duty commercial wear resistance. Bona Traffic HD is the intended ‘go to’ only for extreme use commercial applications where the ultimate protection is needed and truly called for.

When it comes to primers, or creating a special unique look, there is also a Bona finish designed as a fit for solution for each intended purpose. Bona White is ideal for creating the Scandinavian 'white washed' look, whereas Bona Intense minimises tannin bleed and gives a deeper, warmer look. Special use top coat finishes such as Bona Traffic RAW are ideal to to create an ultra matt raw look with ‘haptic’ touch and feel, whereas Bona AntiSlip provides effective P4 Slip resistance for stair cases and the like.

The Bona Range Selection Guide provides a clear and simple comparison of the complete range of Bona finishes. This helps you ascertain which of our products best suits the project you have in mind. We regularly update the guide as new products and technologies come online so you can stay up to date with specifications and trends, as these can change quickly. So check out the guide if you’d like a more informed idea of what finish to use for what application. If you have queries or require specific advice for your application, don't hesitate to call Bona Australia direct on 03 9543 4399

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