Bona
Bona is one of the leading Waterbased products in Europe and across the globe. We predominantly use Bona Traffic, its a two pack coating with commercial strength. Its non-yellowing, and has extremely low VO’s (no fumes).
Loba
Loba is the other leading waterbased product from Europe. This is the Germans version of our Swedish friend above. Loba has a fantastic wide range, including its alcohol based sealer for trickier timbers, as well as its Invisible finish.
Invisible
Invisible is a Loba product, so has all the perks of waterbased finish. This product keeps the timber looking completely raw. An amazing and unique finish.
Fiddes
Fiddes is a hardwax oil product we use. This product gives a very natural finish, and is great on stairs with its non-slip rating.
Polycure
Polycure is a completely Australian owned based company. They have a huge range of products from Gloss solvents to waterbased finishes, as well as modified oils.
Handleys
Handleys is a New Zealand based company. We particularly like their Lo-Sheen and satin polyurethanes. We also highly recommend their sports oil for commercial areas.
Water based vs Solvent Coatings
This is a frequently asked question.
Durability: We use commercial strentgh waterbased finishes, so durability is equal between the two. If floors are taken care of, you can get 10-20 years out of a coating.
Natural Colour: Waterbased finishes are non-yellowing. But the timber underneath the coating can change colour. Light coloured timbers will go orange with a solvent finish, so it is better to use a waterbased coating, to keep a more natural finish over time. The darker timbers can go pale when using a waterbased finish, so we recommend either an alcohol sealer followed by waterbase or use a solvent based finish throughout.
Fumes: The waterbase finish has extremely low fumes, and it is safe to be home while we coat, we recommend moving out for solvent based finishes.
Price: The solvent based finishes are more affordable. While there are cheaper waterbased options, the durability of those products is not up to our standard, and we don’t offer them.
(The picture below shows where UV light has bleached the timber from a waterbased finish. A rug has protected the darker square from light)
