Which Bona primer should be used on Jarrah?
Bona Intense - Bona identifies Bona Intense as the suitable primer for Jarrah; Bona White is/are not recommended on this species.
Selecting a Bona primer for Jarrah (medium-high tannin)
• Suitable: Bona Intense - Bona Intense is suitable on Jarrah; particular care should be taken to observe the coverage rate of 8 m2/L to avoid colour variation. Source: Bona_Intense_TDS.pdf.
• Not recommended (Bona White): Bona White is 'not recommended for use on darker or red timbers'; Jarrah is a classic red Australian hardwood. Source: Bona_White_TDS_AU.pdf + Bona_Primers_DL_Broch.pdf.
• Unlisted pairings (trial required): Bona Classic, Bona Classic UX - Bona does not explicitly address these primer/species pairings. Trial application essential.
Sources
- PDF Bona Intense TDS AU · p.1-3
- PDF Bona White TDS AU · p.1-3
- PDF Bona Primers Range Brochure (Ed 4) · p.1-4