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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. Finish the counter top surface with
particular regard to all cutting edges and end edges, strictly to the manufacturers’ specifications concerning
the oil, wax oil, or varnish.
Keep the countertop flat in a fully supported position, away from direct heat and moisture and in the original packaging. This helps to avoid
excessive sanding and wood warpage.
NOTE:
Ideally, wooden countertops should be used in an ambient temperature of 32°F - 75°F (18°C - 24°C)
and humidity of 40-60 %.
The following features are completely natural for wood:
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Differences in color, grain, and will have some knots.
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Wood darkens with time.
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Wood is splash proof but not waterproof and wood fibers may raise if they are exposed to water for a long time.
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Wood absorbs moisture from the environment and gives it back, which can make it expand or contract.
TO AVOID CRACKING AND SPLITTING OF WOOD:
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The installation must allow the wood to move (expand/contract):
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Use flexible adhesives and sealants.
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Keep a 1/8 in. gap at the wall.
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Holes in the brackets or blocks must be oversized to allow the fastener to keep the top secure but allow the top to move.
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Use a flexible sealant to secure your sink.
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Protecting the underside is as important as protecting the top.
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Seal the top, bottom and all edges.
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Additional protection may be required above dishwashers.
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Protect wood-to-wood joints.
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Seal edges with a water-resistant sealant prior to connecting the joints.
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Use mechanical fasteners to pull and hold joints together.
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