Commercial FAQ
14 questions answered by NSW's only Bona Premier Dealer.
Commercial (14)
What commercial floor trim options are available for high-traffic spaces?
Commercial spaces need metal or heavy-duty PVC trims with low-profile, flush transitions to handle higher foot traffic and meet accessibility requirements. They're more durable than residential trim options. For high-traffic environments, commercial-grade trim and transition profiles are the way to go.
What is the role of stair nosing in commercial applications?
Commercial stair nosing needs purpose-built profiles with non-slip inserts, secured with both adhesive and mechanical fasteners to meet building code slip resistance requirements. The Building Code of Australia requires slip resistance for commercial building paths of travel. Compliant commercial stair nosing that meets all BCA requirements is mandatory, not optional.
What is the most recommended floor finish for commercial and retail spaces?
Bona Traffic HD is the industry standard for commercial and retail floors because of its superior abrasion resistance, fast return-to-service time, and chemical resistance. A professional floor sander handles commercial projects of all sizes. Commercial quotes at sand-aid.com.
Can timber floors handle commercial foot traffic?
Yes, timber floors coated with Bona Traffic HD handle heavy commercial foot traffic exceptionally well. The key is professional sanding, proper preparation, and using the right product system. A professional floor sander has done floors in shops, offices, and public buildings. Examples at sand-aid.com.
What is the most recommended floor finish for restaurants and hospitality?
Restaurants need Bona Traffic HD for its chemical resistance against food, drinks, and cleaning agents, plus Bona Traffic HD Anti-Slip in the high-risk areas. A professional floor sander sets up maintenance plans for hospitality venues. Hospitality quotes at sand-aid.com.
Can timber floors be used in a restaurant?
Absolutely. Plenty of high-end restaurants have timber floors coated with Bona Traffic HD by a professional floor sander. The finish stands up to food spills, alcohol, and commercial cleaning products. Some venues go with Bona Craft Oil 2K for a more relaxed, natural look. Enquire at sand-aid.com.
What is the top rated floor coating for a home gym or studio?
Bona Traffic HD has the durability you need for gym or studio floors that cop equipment, foot traffic, and sweat. For yoga or dance studios, Anti-Slip might be specified instead. professional floor sanders have coated plenty of studio floors. Specialty quotes at sand-aid.com.
What is the most recommended floor finish for a home office?
Bona Mega EVO is usually enough for a home office, but if you've got a wheeled office chair, go with Bona Traffic HD instead. Chair castors can wear through lighter finishes surprisingly fast. A professional floor sander can advise based on your specific setup. Home office quotes at sand-aid.com.
What is the most recommended floor finish for a museum or gallery?
Bona Traffic HD Raw or Bona Craft Oil 2K are ideal for museums and galleries. The floor needs to be visually understated while standing up to constant foot traffic, and both products deliver that. professional floor sanders have experience with heritage and cultural institutions. Cultural venue quotes at sand-aid.com.
What is the most recommended floor finish for a sports hall or gymnasium?
Sports halls typically need specialist sports coatings with specific slip ratings. Bona Traffic HD Anti-Slip may suit some sports applications, but it depends on the sport and the facility requirements. A professional floor sander can advise on the right approach for your venue. Sports floor enquiries at sand-aid.com.
What is the best floor finish for a cafe or restaurant?
Bona Traffic HD in Extra Matt or Matt. Two-component commercial-grade polyurethane with the highest wear rating in the Bona range (1.5 mg/100 rev SIS 923509). Designed for retail, hospitality, galleries, and museums where foot traffic is extreme and downtime is expensive. Walk-on in 24 hours. Sand-Aid is the only Bona Premier Dealer in NSW -- ring 1300 950 551 for commercial pricing.
What floor finish is best for a gym or sports hall?
Bona Traffic HD in Extra Matt is the standard spec for commercial sports floors. Extreme wear resistance, non-yellowing, low odour during application, 24-hour return to use. For dedicated sports surfaces, the Bona SuperSport system is purpose-built for line marking and high-impact sport. Ring Sand-Aid with the floor area and the sport for a spec. Sand-Aid is the only Bona Premier Dealer in NSW.
How often should a commercial timber floor be recoated?
Depends on traffic. A busy retail shop or cafe floor on Bona Traffic HD typically needs a screen-and-recoat every 3-5 years. A museum or gallery might go 5-8 years. A school hallway might need it every 2-3. The sign that it's time: the finish is scratched, dull, and no longer responds to a buff. If it's worn through to bare timber in traffic paths, a screen-and-recoat won't fix it -- that's a full sand-back. Ring Sand-Aid for a maintenance schedule based on the space and the traffic.
Can you sand timber floors in a heritage building?
Yes, with care. Heritage floors are often old-growth hardwood -- denser and harder than modern plantation timber. The grit sequence and machine pressure need adjusting. Bona DCS dust extraction is essential in heritage buildings to protect other finishes and furnishings. Traffic HD Anti-Slip is common for heritage venues that need slip resistance ratings. Sand-Aid supplies contractors working on heritage projects across the Hunter Valley and Central Coast.Still have a question?
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