Results drive our environmental workOn Track for Sustainability

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2009Ceasing sales of solvent-based finishes in the EU

2011DIBt certification

2010Ceasing sales of solvent-based adhesives in the EU

2001ISO 14001

1979Pioneering in waterborne finishes

2009Bona Novia receives EU Flower

2009EMICODE EC1certification for finishes

1997LaunchingBona Mega

2005Dust-free sanding

2003Ergonomic Bona Mini Edge

1994Introducingwaterborne adhesives

1997Establishing Environmental Dept.

On Track for Sustainability

Healthy Working and Living

House of SwedenLocation: Washington DC, 2007

Reason for choosing Bona: As a subcontractor to Miljögolv, Bona was chosen for performance, environmental profile and options of design, being able to satisfy the specific visual floor character specified by the architect.

Result: A contemporary SwedishEmbassy with natural floors.

Products: Bona Parquet Décor Natural, Bona Prime Intense, Bona Traffic and a maple coloured filler developed especially for the project.

Creating sustainable solutionsBona has a lifetime commitment to wooden floors, with sustainability as a guiding star. We strive for lasting results on the floor and positive impact on the environment. Our approach enables the floor to last for generations. Working and living with Bona products should be good for both health and the environment.

Green indoor environmentToday, it is becoming more and more important to consider the effects of products on indoor air quality and evaluate them from a sustainable design perspective. This green building trend affects all in the industry, and we strongly believe that consumers of tomorrow will be even more concerned about the materials used in their homes.

Bona works actively with the indoor environment. We are Greenguard certified. This means that our indoor products are so low-emitting that they meet the stringent standards of the Greenguard Environmental Institute, a leading, independent, non-profit organization in the US.

Many of our finishes are used on LEED certified projects throughout the US. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a program through the US Green Building Counsel which promotes the use of products that are low-emitting.

In 2011 Bona received a new recognition of our work towards better indoor air quality when a range of Bona products was approved by DIBt (Deutsches Institut für Bautechnik). Since January 2011, DIBt is the German authority enforcing the industry’s toughest legislation for emissions. All Bona products, from finishes and oils to adhesives, submitted up to date have been approved by DIBt.

Good working environmentWe constantly focus on finding new solutions that improve working conditions for the craftsman. Our full-range portfolio from dust-free, ergonomic sanding machines to waterborne finishes provides a healthier working environment. Working with Bona products should always be safe, efficient and enjoyable.

Our philosophyOur mission is to bring out the best in wooden floors. Bona is a family-owned company founded in 1919. A long-term ownership has enabled us to work with a long-term commitment to innovation based on concern and respect. We always innovate with a longer, sustainable perspective in mind, considering the floor, the craftsman and the indoor and outside environment.

Through our innovative and systematic approach we are able to make continuous improvements over time. To create results is what drives our work.

We strive to continuously launch better products with less environmental impact. This has led to breakthrough innovations from waterborne finishes in the 1970s to dust-free sanding in the 2000s. Today, we are proud to be able to offer a full range of environmentally sound products for sanding, finishing, fastening and maintaining a wooden floor – throughout its lifetime.

Bona DCSBona Belt without DCSSwedish TLV

Minimal dust

The Swedish TLV (Threshold Limit Value) for airborne dust from sanding is 2mg per cubic metre. With the Bona Dust Care Single (DCS), the reading is 0.1mg

per cubic metre, which is 5% of the limit. Sanding with Bona Belt without the DCS gives 1.4mg dust per cubic metre, which is also below the limit.

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A Full Range of Environmentally Sound Products

To create results drives our environmental work. Today our portfolio ranges from dust-free, ergonomic sanding machines to waterborne, low VOC finishes and adhesives. Ever since the 1970s we have worked

Lifetime Support is a cornerstone for Bona and based on our lifecycle perspective. This is a reassurance that we will help support

ENVIRONMENTAL AUDITLocation: Gothenburg, Sweden, 2006

Reason for choosing Bona: Bona was the only supplier able to meet Skanska’s environmental criteria thanks to the NMP-free finishes.

Result: An oak floor secured, filled, painted and finished using NMP-free products.

Products: Bona R850 adhesive, Bona Pacific Filler, Bona Parquet Décor Natural, Bona Prime Intense and Bona Traffic.

BRIDGEWATER HALLLocation: Manchester, UK, 2008

Reason for choosing Bona: Given only a short window of time in the concert hall’s busy programme to sand without damaging the hall’s magnificent recital organ, Bona was trusted to do the job.

Result: The contract was completed within the given timescale with no dust generated.

Products: Bona Mega, Bona Dust Containment System, sanding machines: Bona Edge and Bona Belt.

continuously to remove solvents. By offering the market waterborne finishes we have avoided emitting between 50-100 million litres of solvents. Environmental savings both for the environment and the craftsman.

the floor in any way we can to prolong its lifetime. For the environment it saves resources by caring over time.

NMP-free

NMP is a solvent previously often used in finishes. Being concerned about its possible harm, we have worked actively to reformulate our products. Bona

offers NMP-free finishes with higher product quality, proving a healthier solution for the craftsman.

Dust-free

We have revolutionized sanding with our dust containment systems and anti-static abrasives. Airborne wood dust is a known carcinogen and

a jobsite risk. Dust-free sanding gives a healthier working environment for the craftsman and a cleaner home.

Low VOC

When a finish dries on the floor, solvents evaporate. These evaporated substances are called VOCs (Volatile Organic Compunds) and go into the

atmosphere. There they contribute to the formation of smog. Choosing a finish and adhesive with low VOC/low solvent content leads to a better working environment and a general contribution to the environment.

Waterborne

Bona has driven the transition from solvent-based to waterborne finishes. Even waterborne finishes contain some solvents, but Bona’s have very low

content, 100g/l or less. These solvents are usually of a different non-hazardous type. Bona’s waterborne finishes are the best option for a safe product.

Silane-based

Bona is driving innovation away from solvent-based to silane-based adhesives. Silane-based adhesives are safe for both the craftsman and the

wooden floor. They are easy to work with and wipe off from hands, tools and floors. Setting quickly, they enable sanding sooner. Bona’s silane-based range is the best option for fast, easy and safe adhesion.

Ergonomic

Bona designs products from an ergonomic perspective. From plastic cans that are easy to grip, to ergonomic sanding machines. Our larger

sanders have a removable motor, while our Edgers are lightweight with adjustable handles. For our Edge design we are awarded the Red Dot Design Award. Ergonomic design makes the craftsman’s job easier and improves body position.

Lifetime Support

An Innovative and Systematic Approach

We continuously offer our customers better products through our commitment to always consider safety, health and the environment (SHE-policy) in our product development. Through our worldwide Reference Teams, consisting of researchers, distributors and contractors, we constantly put our solutions to test.

Continuous development with global focus

Bona’s production in Sweden and Germany is ISO 14001 certified. The certification minimizes how operations negatively affect the environment and comply with applicable laws and

Acting with a value chain perspective

regulations. To secure minimal environmental impact we have a comprehensive environmental management for every stage of the value chain.

7. Waste ManagementAll packaging materials are recyclable.

5. WorkingHealthy and safe working conditions.

6. LivingLow emissions for better living.

8. Global EnvironmentAll our efforts along the value chain contribute to less environmental impact globally.

1. SuppliersSupplier monitoring to ensure fulfilment of environmental requirements.

2. BonaSHE-management system and ISO 14001 for optimized manufacturing processes.

3. ProductsInnovative and concerned product development.

4. DistributionMaximized transport efficiency to reduce environmental impact.

Bona is actively working on different initiatives for sustainability. We continue to set new goals to drive our environmental work. One recent achievement is phasing out solvent-based finishes and adhesives in the EU.

Bona participates in a workgroup for indoor air quality within CEPE (the European Council of Producers and Importers of Paints, Printing Inks and Artists’ Colours). We are also a board member of the Swedish Association for Environmental Managers, constantly striving to increase our positive impact on the environment.

Initiatives for the future“IT’S A NATURAL PART OF OUR DAy TO DAy WORK.”

“At Bona we are concerned for the environment and that our products are healthy. In our R&D projects we seek solutions that deliver on both performance and the environment. These two go hand in hand.” Anna Tonell R&D Chemist, Bona

Bona acts with global responsibility. We proactively remove potentially hazardous chemicals in line with new technology, and Bona’s standards easily measure up to legislation. Our innovative and systematic approach enables us to make our contribution to a sustainable global environment.

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We have great concern for the ones working with our solutions, living and enjoying them, and the environment affected by our actions and products, today and tomorrow.

To create results drives our environmental work: High quality loops, ISO 14001 processes and certification, and a constant innovative product development. A systematic innovation approach giving results with true impact for a better working and living environment.

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2009Ceasing sales of solvent-based finishes in the EU

2011DIBt certification

2010Ceasing sales of solvent-based adhesives in the EU

2001ISO 14001

1979Pioneering in waterborne finishes

2009Bona Novia receives EU Flower

2009EMICODE EC1certification for finishes

1997LaunchingBona Mega

2005Dust-free sanding

2003Ergonomic Bona Mini Edge

1994Introducingwaterborne adhesives

1997Establishing Environmental Dept.