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Which Bona primer should be used on River Red Gum?

Bona Intense - Bona identifies Bona Intense as the suitable primer for River Red Gum; Bona Classic, Bona Classic UX, Bona White is/are not recommended on this species.

Selecting a Bona primer for River Red Gum (high tannin)

• Suitable: Bona Intense - Bona Intense is the preferred primer for high-tannin / darker coloured hardwoods; coverage discipline required on strongly pigmented species. Source: Bona_Intense_TDS.pdf + Bona_Primers_DL_Broch.pdf.
• Not recommended (Bona Classic): Bona Classic should not be used on high tannin timber species; River Red Gum has strong extractives and pigments. Source: Bona_Primers_DL_Broch.pdf.
• Not recommended (Bona Classic UX): Bona Classic UX not recommended for high tannin timber species. Source: Bona_Primers_DL_Broch.pdf.
• Not recommended (Bona White): Bona White is not recommended for darker or red timbers; River Red Gum is a classic red-heartwood species. Source: Bona_White_TDS_AU.pdf.

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