Hardwood floors are an investment, but years of foot traffic, pet claws, and UV exposure eventually dull their finish. Historically, refinishing required tedious prep work: taping off doorways, packing up belongings, and clearing fine wood dust from air ducts, furniture, and light fixtures weeks after the crew departed.
Traditional sanding techniques also relied on heavy oil-based finishes that emitted strong volatile organic compounds (VOCs), often forcing families out of their homes for days.
Today, advanced dust containment and waterborne finish technology have transformed the process.
What is the Bona System?
The Bona System is an integrated hardwood refinishing process that combines high-powered vacuum containment units, premium abrasive sanding materials, and low-VOC waterborne finishes.
Traditional Sanding vs. Bona Dustless System
┌─────────────────────────────┬─────────────────────────────┐
│ TRADITIONAL SANDING │ BONA DUSTLESS SYSTEM │
├─────────────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────┤
│ Airborne dust throughout │ HEPA-filtered vacuum │
│ home │ extraction │
│ Strong chemical odor (VOCs) │ Greenguard-certified low │
│ │ VOCs │
│ Days of displacement │ Quick-dry finish (walk in │
│ │ hours) │
│ Lingering HVAC dust │ Clean air quality preserved │
└─────────────────────────────┴─────────────────────────────┘
Core Advantages for Busy Households
1. 99.8% Airborne Dust Extraction
Instead of blowing wood dust into your living space, heavy-duty Bona Atomic Dust Containment Systems connect directly to the sanding equipment. High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filtration prevents fine wood particulates from settling into carpet fibers, upholstery, or HVAC ductwork.
2. Family & Pet Safety (Low-VOC Coatings)
Bona’s waterborne polyurethane finishes are GREENGUARD Gold certified for indoor air quality. They feature low chemical emissions, eliminating the harsh solvent fumes associated with older oil-based polyurethane products.
3. Rapid Turnaround & Fast Cure Times
Waterborne finishes dry quickly:
Foot Traffic: Light foot traffic is typically permitted within 3 to 4 hours after application.
Full Cure: Achieved in 3 to 7 days (compared to 14–30 days for traditional oil finishes).
Non-Yellowing: Waterborne formulas remain crystal clear over time, preventing light hardwoods from developing an amber hue.
Preserving Your Home’s Value in Metro Atlanta
Whether you live in an established home in Roswell, a modern house in Alpharetta, or a condo in Sandy Springs, hardwood refinishing restores original character while updating stain tones to match modern design trends.
Refinishing Workflow:
[1. HEPA Inspection] ➔ [2. Dustless Sanding] ➔ [3. Custom Staining] ➔ [4. Bona Waterborne Topcoat]
Restore Your Hardwood Floors Without the Mess
You do not need to deal with days of dust and harsh chemical smells to renew your hardwood floors.
Experience the dustless refinishing difference with Great American Floors.
As certified flooring specialists serving Sandy Springs, Atlanta, Roswell, Dunwoody, Norcross, Marietta, and Alpharetta, GA, Great American Floors uses state-of-the-art Bona dust containment technology to deliver flawless refinishing results. Call Great American Floors today to schedule your dustless refinishing consultation.
