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28 mm and 40 mm worktop thicknessesHardwood worktops are constructed from finger jointed pieces of kiln dried timber within a width range of 38-41 mmRaw sanded to 120 grit and ready for finishingFabricated hardwood worktops have a silky smooth finish and are virtually maintenance freeThe quality is A (top side) / B (underside)The colour of the wood will change over time, giving a beautiful and matured lookAll tops are individually stretch-wrapped. A full pallet consists of a quantity of 20 tops. Boards are available individually, no minimum quantity appliesStore in racks with maximum 500 mm gaps. Store in humidity between 40% and 55% and in normal room temperature of 18°C and 23°C10 Year limited manufacturer’s warrantyPrices include delivery to a UK mainland trade address
Depth650 mm
Worktop version
Worktop
Material
Solid timber
Edge design
Square edge
Colour reference
WalnutThe colour of the wood will change over time, giving a beautiful and matured look
Warranty/guarantee
10 years
Tolerance
Timber can expand as much as 1 mm/mtr. Always allow a gap of at least 3 mm if for example, worktops are captive between wallsTolerance is ±2 mmUpstands should be fixed to the wall and NOT to the worktopAllow a 3 mm gap between the work surface and upstand, the only connection between upstand and worktops should be silicone sealant, allowing the natural movement of your worktopAllow a minimum 50 mm from the cut-out to the front edgeWherever possible, joints in worktops should fall on a carcass end panel, giving added support to a jointJoints should be a minimum of 100 mm from the sink or 120 mm from a hob cut-outAllow a minimum of 120 mm between heated cut-outsStainless steel sink cut outs to manufacturer’s recommendationsStandard overhang is 35 mm from the carcass front, (not the door)Overhangs in excess of 300 mm should be supported and the worktop should be supported every 600 mm
Installation reference
Plastering or tiling should be completed after installationRegular use of the care and maintenance kit should ensure worktops stay in good conditionInstallation is relatively easy, for either a competent DIY enthusiast or recognised kitchen installer to carry outNo specialist tooling required. Can be cut using normal woodworking routers and bladesPlan the worktop layout to ensure joints don’t fall on or within 100mm of cut-outsTimber work surfaces must not be installed in unoccupied premisesIf wood worktops are to be stored prior to installation, they should always be stored at room temperature away from all sources of heat and moisture, on a sound level surface horizontally with a minimum of four timber battens equally spaced in between each worktop and on the floorNever store in a garage or an unfinished building and always install within 7 days of deliverySeal regularly in the first couple of weeks after installation to avoid the worktops drying outTo test if a work surface requires further sealing, apply a drop of water to the surface, if the water pools the sealing requires further attention. If the water runs away, no more sealing is requireThe manufacturer recommends ‘Liberon’ oil for timber worktops. Linseed and teak oil is also suitable. After the worktop has been cut to size and all cut outs made apply at least 6 coats of oil with a clean, lint free cloth. Apply each coat within 12 hours of each other and ensure the oil is applied generously but evenly to both sides and edges. Pay particular attention to exposed end grain. After completion of the worktop installation give the top a final light coat of ‘Liberon’ oil and pass to the client the Customer Care Sheet that will advise them how to continue the maintenance process
Note
Heat producing appliances that sit beneath the worktop, must have an aluminium foil membrane placed on the underside of worktop, directly above the applianceEnsure that pans used on gas hobs are of the correct sizeHob flanges must sit on aluminium thermal insulation around the cut-out, to avoid conducting excess heat and causing cracks in the worktopFlush mounted, recessed hobs (including induction hobs) are covered under warranty
Additional information attributes
Heat producing appliances that sit beneath the worktop, must have an aluminium foil membrane placed on the underside of worktop, directly above the applianceEnsure that pans used on gas hobs are of the correct sizeHob flanges must sit on aluminium thermal insulation around the cut-out, to avoid conducting excess heat and causing cracks in the worktopFlush mounted, recessed hobs (including induction hobs) are covered under warranty