Does Bona remove scratches?

Author: Prof. Justina Stoltenberg  |  Last update: Thursday, July 9, 2026

Wood Floor Polish repairs smaller micro scratches. If you think the scratches are too deep, we recommend contacting a Bona Certified Craftsman for further advice and assistance.

Does Bona cover scratches?

Bona Hardwood Floor Polish - Low Gloss

For a more contemporary look, low gloss polish offers the same level of protection as our high gloss polish but provides a matte or satin sheen on your floor. Low gloss polish helps hide scuff marks and scratches and is great for high traffic areas or homes with kids and pets.

What is the best way to remove scratches from hardwood floors?

More options for minor wood scratches:
  1. Use a marker or blending pencils to cover the scratches.
  2. Rub wood stain over the area to penetrate raw wood, then quickly wipe clean.
  3. Use finish restorers, ideal for treating minor scratches across a wide area of the floor.

Why not to use Bona?

This product is the number one ruiner of floors that we come across. Bona Polish is NOT a hardwood floor cleaner. It is a cheap thin finish that you apply to your floors. Over time and repeated use the film gets thicker and it scuffs and scratches easily making the floors look unsightly.

Will a floor polisher remove scratches?

For particularly light scratches, you may find that polishing your floors helps a lot. Some of them can actually work to fill in small scuffs so you don't notice their appearance at all. You're also adding protective layering to your floor in the process!

Bona® Chroma: Repair - Scratch Repair

What is the best polish to remove scratches?

Our Top Picks
  • Best Overall. Meguiar's Scratch Eraser Kit. ...
  • Best Results. Turtle Wax Premium Scratch Repair Kit. ...
  • Best One-Step Product. Formula 1 Scratch Out. ...
  • Honorable Mention. Meguiar's Scratch X. ...
  • Honorable Mention. Turtle Wax Scratch Repair & Renew. ...
  • Nu Finish Scratch Doctor. $11 at Amazon. ...
  • Quixx Paint Scratch Remover.

Does wood polish remove scratches from floor?

Restoring Wooden Floors – The polish can also be used to restore older wooden floors too. It will fill in any micro scratches in the wood helping to even out and smooth the finish.

Is Bona a cleaner or a polish?

Bona Floor Polish: renewed protection and lasting shine. Bona Floor Polish offers a protective formula that renews floors by filling in micro-scratches and scuffs, shielding against future wear and tear, while adding a beautiful, durable shine.

Why is my floor sticky after using Bona?

Too much cleaning product used

This will often leave floors sticky. When you use too much cleaner, the excess creates a soapy residue that is sticky to the feet especially when you've not done enough rinsing. To tackle this potential cause of sticky floors: Try to follow the instructions on the label.

Does Bona need to be rinsed?

There is no need to rinse after. It really helps maintain the floors.

Does Murphy's oil soap remove scratches?

Based on advice from experts, Murphy's Oil Soap can help reduce the visibility of scratches when used correctly. However, it will not remove the scratches completely.

Why do my hardwood floors scratch so easily?

The propensity for wood flooring to scratch is influenced by several factors. These include the specific type of wood used, its finish, and even the hardwood species involved. If you opt for high-quality wood, scratching should generally be less of a concern due to the material's inherent durability.

How do you get scuff marks off hardwood floors without sanding?

How to Remove Scuff Marks from Hardwood Floors
  1. Use a Tennis Ball. Believe it or not, a used tennis ball works wonders for rubbing out scuff marks. ...
  2. Try a Pencil Eraser. ...
  3. Make a Baking Soda Paste. ...
  4. Use Mayonnaise. ...
  5. Try Oil and Vinegar. ...
  6. Use Fine Steel Wool. ...
  7. Try a Magic Eraser. ...
  8. Use a Scuff Eraser Attachment.

Does Bona leave a buildup?

Bona cleaners won't dull your floors or leave behind any residue.

What is best for scratches on hardwood floors?

You have several options: stain markers, floor wax sticks, or a hardwood touch-up kit. Just rub the marker or wax stick over the scuffed area. Then buff it with a soft cloth to restore the floor's shine. If you can't find a matching color for your hardwood, you might have to mix colors to find an appropriate match.

Do you spray Bona directly on the floor?

Spray: Apply Bona Hardwood Floor Cleaner directly onto the floor. The spray format makes it easy to target specific areas.

Can Bona damage wood floors?

Bona products are specially designed to protect floors and the environment. Bona cleaners won't dull your floors or leave behind any residue, chemical or otherwise.

Why does Bona leave streaks?

Streaks usually come from a combination of possible residue in the cleaner and existing dirt on your floor.

How often should I use Bona on my floors?

Dirt particles can act like sandpaper, and will wear floors down over time. Bona recommends implementing a “daily, weekly, monthly/bi-monthly” cleaning routine. When it comes to polishing hardwood floors, Bona's specially-formulated hardwood floor polish can be used several times a year.

Does Bona clean urine?

Bona's oxy powered floor cleaner deep cleans and penetrates through tough stuck-on stains, tracked in dirt, and accident messes with the cleaning power of Hydrogen Peroxide. The Odor Guard Technology eliminates and neutralizes urine and other organic odors upon contact.

Will Bona floor polish wear off?

The Bona polish does not wear off completely, ever, and needs to be stripped to remove it completely.

Is Bona the same as Swiffer?

One thing that the Swiffer mop can provide you with that the Bona mop does not is flexibility in flooring type. The Bona mop is recommended for cleaning only hardwood floors, but the Swiffer spray mop was designed to be compatible with a variety of surfaces, like laminate, hardwood, vinyl, and ceramic tile flooring.

Does Bona floor polish remove scratches?

There are three products that I typically choose from to remove scratches on any type of floor: Bona Hardwood Floor Polish, Rejuvenate All Floors Restorer or Lundmark Poly-Pro Tech.

How do you get scratches out of floors?

Major Scratches On Wood Floors
  1. Lightly moisten your scouring pad with mineral spirits. Once your pad is moist, gently rub over the scratched area.
  2. Wipe clean. Wipe off any excess with a clean cloth and allow to dry.
  3. If it is a deep scratch, apply a wood putty. ...
  4. Sand smooth. ...
  5. Apply a fresh coat of polyurethane.

Does sanding wood floors remove scratches?

Sanding is the preferred method when dealing with significant floor damage. It can remove deep scratches and gouges that buffing cannot address and, if your floor has stains or discoloration that won't come out with cleaning or buffing, sanding will help remove these blemishes.

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