Bona Traffic GO

Bona Traffic GO is a high performance 2K waterborne lacquer for wooden floors, offering strong durability with simple, ready to use application. Its clear natural finish and fast drying formula make it suitable for both domestic and commercial areas that need reliable long lasting protection and a fast cure time.

• Need a 2-pack floor varnish for heavy use commercial environments? Use Bona Traffic HD
• Looking for exceptional durability with an anti-slip finish? Use Bona Traffic HD Anti Slip
• Require a durable, single-part varnish for domestic environments? Consider Bona Mega Varnish

Ensure that floors to be varnished are clean, dry, and free from all traces of dust, dirt, grit, oil, wax and any other surface contaminates before application.

• For filling gaps between floorboards and skirting boards, use Bona Gap Master
• For filling holes, splits, dents and other surface imperfections, use Bona Mix and Fill or Bona Mix and Fill Plus

Preparation of Wax, Oiled or Polished Floors

Floors pre-treated with waxes, polishes or other similar products cannot be overcoated with Bona Traffic GO and should be fully sanded back to bare wood to at least 120 grit, then primed with a suitable wood primer.

Bare Wooden Floors

For bare, freshly sanded floors it is recommended to use a wood primer. Primers help with adhesion between the varnish and floor and can help with the colouration of the final finish.

Please note: Allow Bona traffic GO to reach room temperature before use.

Always do a test area before starting any project to assess product suitability and final finish. Shake well before use. Ensure room temperature does not fall below 13°C during application and drying. Thoroughly read and follow the manufacturer's instructions on the container at all times.

The following applicators are recommended for application of Bona Traffic GO:

1. Shake the lacquer can forcefully for a minimum of one minute before use or before decanting smaller quantities
2. Apply at a rate of approximately 8/10sq meters per 1 litre with a roller or floor applicator
3. Start at the edges and then roll with a smooth flowing action alternately across and with the grain of the wood
4. Avoid accumulations of finish and overlap wet-in-wet without interruption
5. Allow to dry before applying the next coat. Anticipate slightly longer drying time for each layer that is applied
6. If necessary, lightly sand or denib using a screen or the Bona Scrad System, grit P150 or finer before applying the final coat

Where a longer drying time is required due to high temperature and/or low humidity, Bona Retarder can be added to the varnish to increase the 'open time' of the product.

Please Note: If the previous layer of finish has been allowed more than 24 hours drying time then an intermediate sanding is always required. The floor will take light foot traffic approximately 8 hours after the final application and may be put into full use after 24 hours. Allow the surface to dry for at least three days before covering with carpets or other floor coverings. Also avoid placing heavy objects or damp mopping the floor during this time.

Regular Cleaning

Lacquered floors should be dry swept or vacuumed on a regular basis to remove surface particles of grit, dirt and small stones that could scratch or mark the surface. Wooden floors should never be saturated with water or cleaned with household detergents or cleaners, as part of a regular cleaning routine, as these could significantly reduce longevity and performance of the floor varnish.

For more thorough cleaning and to remove surface scuffs and other marks, Bona have a range of pH-balanced floor cleaners and mops for the job. For regular cleaning the pre-mixed, ready-to-go formulas provide a quick solution whilst the concentrated products are good for scale of economy and deeper cleaning requirements.

Bona Floor Mops and Floor Cleaners

Bona Traffic GO Renovation

To restore the appearance of Bona Traffic GO that has become dull or covered in minor scratches, the following products can be used.

Bona Traffic GO is designed for protecting wooden floors that need a hard wearing clear lacquer, including busy domestic rooms and commercial areas with high footfall.

No mixing is required. Bona Traffic GO contains a built in hardener, so you simply shake the bottle well and it is ready to apply straight away.

Two coats are normally recommended for full protection. On sanded bare wood or high traffic areas, three coats may be preferred for maximum durability.

It is usually dry enough to recoat after around 2 to 3 hours. Light foot traffic is possible after 24 hours, with full cure developing over the following days.

Yes, as long as the floor is clean, de greased and lightly abraded to provide a key. If the previous finish is unknown, carry out a small test area first.

Coverage is typically up to 10m² per litre per coat depending on the timber type, surface condition and application method.

Apply using a Bona roller, short pile microfiber roller or lacquer applicator to maintain an even film. Work in small sections and keep a wet edge to avoid lap marks.