Aurora, Colo., Feb. 27, 2011 – Bona US announced today that it will be an Official Hardwood Floor Care Partner of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

  Many NBA teams are already playing on floors finished with Bona including the New Orleans Hornets, San Antonio Spurs, Toronto Raptors and Denver Nuggets. An industry leader for more than 90 years, Bona Hardwood Floor Finish and Paint are durable, long-lasting and won’t disseminate harmful fumes.

  “We are happy with the Bona products on our new practice court and our game court at Air Canada Centre the home of the Toronto Raptors,” said Bob Hunter, executive vice president of venues and entertainment, Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment. “We have to know that our floors can stand up to the wear and tear of our busy facility and still provide a great surface for our players and Bona was a good choice. The fact that Bona is not only durable but also environmentally friendly is a big bonus. The Bona team has also been very responsive to our needs -- we consider them one of our valued Partners.”

  “Bona products have been used in NBA and top collegiate gyms for years”, said John Rauvola, managing director, Bona US.  “We are very excited to now be formally recognized as an Official Hardwood Floor Care Partner of the NBA.”