Bona Oils & Waxes FAQ
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Bona Oils & Waxes (11)
What is Bona Craft Oil 2K?
Bona Craft Oil 2K is a two-component penetrating oil finish that soaks into the timber instead of forming a film on top. A professional floor sander uses it when you want a natural, tactile feel where the timber grain is fully visible and touchable. It comes in 12 colours -- check them out at sand-aid.com.
How many colours does Bona Craft Oil 2K come in?
Bona Craft Oil 2K comes in 12 colours ranging from neutral to deep tones, and you can mix colours to create custom shades. A professional floor sander can show you samples and help pick the right tone for your timber species. See the full range at sand-aid.com.
How durable is Bona Craft Oil 2K compared to polyurethane?
Bona Craft Oil 2K is durable but it works differently to polyurethane -- it protects from within the timber rather than sitting as a film on the surface. Scratches are less visible and spot repairs are easy, but you'll need periodic maintenance oiling. A professional floor sander explains all the trade-offs during quoting at sand-aid.com.
Can Bona Craft Oil 2K be spot repaired?
Yes, and that's one of the biggest advantages of Bona Craft Oil 2K -- if an area gets damaged, you can sand and re-oil just that spot without refinishing the entire floor. A professional floor sander recommends oil finishes for anyone who wants easy long-term maintenance. Learn more at sand-aid.com.
Is Bona Craft Oil 2K suitable for commercial spaces?
Bona Craft Oil 2K gets used in commercial spaces like restaurants, boutiques, and offices where you want a natural aesthetic, though it does need a maintenance schedule. A professional floor sander can set up maintenance plans for commercial oil-finished floors. Contact sand-aid.com.
What is Bona Hard Wax Oil?
Bona Hard Wax Oil is a natural blend of plant-based oils and waxes that penetrates the timber and leaves a subtle protective layer on the surface. A professional floor sander uses it when you want a warm, natural feel with a bit more surface protection than a straight oil. Details at sand-aid.com.
How does Bona Hard Wax Oil differ from Bona Craft Oil 2K?
Bona Hard Wax Oil has waxes in it that leave a slight surface layer on top of the oil penetration, giving you a bit more stain resistance than Craft Oil 2K on its own. A professional floor sander chooses between the two based on the look you want and how much maintenance you're up for. Compare them at sand-aid.com.
Is Bona Hard Wax Oil easy to maintain?
Bona Hard Wax Oil needs periodic refreshing with a maintenance oil or wax, typically every 1-2 years depending on traffic. A professional floor sander provides maintenance kits and schedules for oil-wax finished floors. Maintenance advice at sand-aid.com.
Can Bona Hard Wax Oil be used in kitchens?
Yes, Bona Hard Wax Oil works in kitchens -- the wax component adds resistance to water and food spills. Just make sure you wipe spills up promptly. A professional floor sander recommends it for kitchens where you'd rather have a natural feel instead of a polyurethane film. Enquire at sand-aid.com.
How do I choose between Bona Craft Oil 2K and Bona Hard Wax Oil?
Choose Bona Craft Oil 2K for maximum colour options and a pure oil feel. Choose Bona Hard Wax Oil for slightly better surface protection and water resistance from the wax component. A good floor sander can apply test patches of both for you to compare. More at sand-aid.com.
What is Bona Hard Wax Oil?
A penetrating natural oil and wax finish for timber floors. Unlike polyurethane which sits on top of the timber as a film, Hard Wax Oil soaks into the grain and hardens in place. The result is a natural, matte, 'untreated' look where the timber feels like timber underfoot. Good on spotted gum, jarrah, and recycled hardwoods where the grain character is part of the aesthetic. Coverage around 24 square metres per litre, 8-12 hours between coats. Sand-Aid stocks Bona Hard Wax Oil.
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