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Table of Contents Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Pre-Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Planning Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 To avoid cracking and splitting of wood: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pre-Installation PLANNING INSTALLATION Ensure the countertop is installed and finished (using oil, oil-wax, varnish) before use. Follow the instructions contained in this manual to keep the warranty valid. NOTE: Within 24 to 48 hours after unpacking, the countertop must be finished on both sides and all edges. It is very important to properly coat the countertop with a high quality oil.
Pre-Installation (continued) TOOLS REQUIRED Safety goggles Gloves Tape measure Level Sandpaper Drill bits Drill 1-1/4 in.
Installation 1 Planning for Expansion Gaps Ƒ The countertop expands and contracts depending on the humidity and temperature of the room. Ƒ Provide expansion gaps between the edges of the countertop and wall, which allows for this wood movement. Ƒ To protect your walls and hide the expansion gap, the use of a back splash is recommended. Ƒ Attach the back splash to the wall, and not the countertop. Use silicone as a flexible seal between the countertop and the back splash.
Installation (continued) 4 Mounting the Countertop to your Cabinets Ƒ Mount the countertop to the cabinet frame or drill overized holes in your support blocks. Ƒ Using washers, screw the countertop all the way, then withdraw the screw by a quarter turn to preserve the natural wood work, while keeping the countertop in position. 5 Joining Countertops Butt joint with miter bolts COMMON JOINT METHODS Butt Joint: For best dimensional stability we suggest using a butt joint for 90-degree transition.
Installation (continued) 5 Joining Countertops (continued) Joint Ƒ The required distance between banding countertops and the sink, hotplate, dishwasher, and so forth, cannot be less than 4 in. (100 mm), nor can the countertops be joined within their range or at an angle. Dishwasher min. 4 in. (100 mm) min. 4 in. (100 mm) Ƒ The edges of the cutouts for the sink, hotplate, and so forth, must be given greater protection. Seal the joint with silicone.
Maintenance PROTECTING THE SURFACE Solid Wood Panel - Finishing your countertop with oil or oil-wax Ƒ One of the preferred finish procedures is to use oil or wax oil. Strictly follow the manufacturer’s instructions as to the use of any oil or oil-wax. Once installed, the working surface must be protected with a layer of oil (multiple applications may be needed) that provides a barrier and prevents the ingress of water and dirt into the wood.
Care and Cleaning (continued) REMOVING A DENT FROM YOUR TOP WARNING: Irons and steam are extremely hot and can burn you. Please use caution. Ƒ Finished tops will require you to sand the area till the finish is gone. Ŷ Use the finest sandpaper to take off the finish (220 grit for oil, to 150 grit for polyurethane finish). NOTE: Always sand in the direction of the wood grain. Ŷ Remove the dust with a damp cloth. Ƒ Steam the dent with a hot iron and water.
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