LifeSpan Kids Kingston LK27, User Manual

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V. WOOD ADVICE
Our products are manufactured from premium timber. Great care is taking in selecting, machining, and
treating the timber before it is sold to you.
All woods are hygroscopic, that is, it will absorb or discharge moisture to attain equilibrium with the
surrounding atmosphere. Timber openings/checks occur due to the moisture content between internal
and outer surfaces of the timber. No two pieces of wood are exactly alike. Each piece has its own
characteristics and personality and reacts differently to climate changes. When any wood products
are exposed to the elements, it develops ‘wood checks’. A check is the radial separation of the wood
fibres running with the grain of the wood. These are caused by the varying temperature and moisture
conditions. A check does not affect the strength or durability of the wood or structural integrity of the
play set.
Bear in mind that timber is a natural product and may experience changes throughout the course of its
life. It may:
1. Inspect wood parts monthly. The grain of the wood sometimes will lift in dry periods causing
splinters to appear. Light sanding may be necessary to maintain a safe environment. Treating
your Product with protection (sealant) after sanding will help prevent severe checking/splitting
and other weather damage.
• Develop openings/checks (gaps, slits, apertures, cracks) along the line of the grain.
• Fade as the timber reacts with sunlight.
2. We have applied a waterborne translucent stain to your unit. This is done for colour only. Once
or twice a year, depending on your climate conditions, you must apply some type of
protection (sealant) to the wood of your unit. Prior to the application of sealant, lightly
sand any “rough” spots on your set. Please note this is a requirement of your warranty.
WOOD ADVICE