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Nordic Shimmer

Nordic Shimmer

Four looks with a pure Nordic expression make this style a homeowner’s favourite. Read more about each look and click the how-to-guide for easy directions.

Read more in the Bona Floor Styling brochure
Nordic Ash

Nordic Ash

Raw wood meets ash grey and comes out a winner. For a rustic Nordic look. Finish: natural matt.

Topcoating:
Craft Oil 2K Ash
Complexity:
Easy
Brushing:
Optional
Bona Craft Oil 2K Ash
Bona Craft Oil 2K Ash
Directions Drying time
Prepare the floor and end the sanding with grit 120. Vacuum carefully.
Waterpop the surface by applying a thin coat of water. A sponge or short-haired roller can be used for this. Restrain the amount of water yet make sure to wet all the wood. 12 h
Mix the oil with hardener and apply it to the floor using a stainless-steel trowel, squeegee or red buffing pad (approx. 30 m²/lit).
After 15-30 minutes, buff the surface with a buffing machine equipped with a red pad. 15-30 min
Make another pass with more oil.
After another 15-30 minutes, remove surplus oil using cotton cloths. 15-30 min
For a flawless finish, buff a final time using a Bona Woolpad. 8-12 h

Special considerations

Consider complementing the treatment with Bona Traffic/HD for lower maintenance frequency and to protect the pigmentation.

Other information

It is recommended to always waterpop prior to oil application to ensure colour intensity and uniformity. In high traffic areas, consider ending with two layers of Bona Traffic HD. Extra Matt is recommended to preserve the look.

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Nordic Frost

Nordic Frost

A hint of white brings out the beautiful details in your wood floor. Finish: natural matt.

Topcoating:
Craft Oil 2K Frost
Complexity:
Easy
Brushing:
Optional
Bona Craft Oil 2K Frost
Bona Craft Oil 2K Frost
Directions Drying time
Prepare the floor and end the sanding with grit 120. Vacuum carefully.
Waterpop the surface by applying a thin coat of water. A sponge or short-haired roller can be used for this. Restrain the amount of water yet make sure to wet all the wood. 12 h
Mix the oil with hardener and apply it to the floor using a stainless-steel trowel, squeegee or red buffing pad (approx. 30 m²/lit).
After 15-30 minutes, buff the surface with a buffing machine equipped with a red pad. 15-30 min
Make another pass with more oil.
After another 15-30 minutes, remove surplus oil using cotton cloths. 15-30 min
For a flawless finish, buff a final time using a Bona Woolpad. 8-12 h

Special considerations

Consider complementing the treatment with Bona Traffic/HD for lower maintenance frequency and to protect the pigmentation.

Other information

It is recommended to always waterpop prior to oil application to ensure colour intensity and uniformity. In high traffic areas, consider ending with two layers of Bona Traffic HD.

More information
Nordic Milk

Nordic Milk

White pigmented oil is massaged into the wood floor to smooth out details and enhance luster. Finish: natural matt.

Topcoating:
Craft Oil Frost
Complexity:
Easy
Brushing:
Optional
Bona Nordic Tone
Bona Nordic Tone
Bona Craft Oil
Bona Craft Oil
Directions Drying time
Prepare the floor and end the sanding with grit 120. Vacuum carefully.
Apply Bona Nordic Tone using an application sleeve (8-10 m2/litre). 5-10 h
Thoroughly stir the oil and apply it to the floor using a squeegee or red buffing pad (approx. 20 m²/lit).
Allow the oil 15-30 minutes to be absorbed. Buff the surface with a buffing machine equipped with a red pad, adding more oil as required. 15-30 min
After another 15-30 minutes, remove surplus oil using cotton cloths. 15-30 min
For a flawless finish, buff a final time using a Bona Woolpad. 12-24 h
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Nordic Natural

Nordic Natural

For the look and feel of pure wood and a silky smooth barefoot experience. Finish: natural matt.

Topcoating:
Traffic Natural
Complexity:
Easy
Brushing:
Optional
2x Bona Natural
2x Bona Natural
1x Bona Traffic Natural
1x Bona Traffic Natural
Directions Drying time
Prepare the floor and end the sanding with grit 120.
Apply Bona Natural using a roller or othersuitable applicator following the direction of the wood (approx. 10-12 m²/lit). 1-2 h
Abrade to reduce grain raise using the Bona Diamond Abrasives grit 120.
Apply a second coat of Bona Natural in thesame manner. 2-3h
Protect surface with Bona Traffic Natural. 12-24 h
An additional coat of lacquer may be needed in high traffic areas.

Other information

In high traffic areas, consider ending with two layers of Bona Traffic Natural. Bona Traffic Natural has a rougher surface than traditional lacquers. For highly trafficked commercial areas, consider replacing with Bona Traffic HD Extra Matt for a similar appearance with easier clean up.

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