Furniture Solutions 19WESTC.S User manual

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Imported by Furniture Solutions (Aust) Pty Ltd
10-16 Daisy St,
Revesby, NSW. 2212
www.furnituresolutions.com.au
Instruction Manual
WESTPORT RECTANGLE COUNTER TABLE
1524*1016*916mm High
Code: 19WESTC.S
Marble Machine Polished
When you own a piece of marble you possess a unique record of history almost as old as the Earth itself.
No two pieces are the same and each piece is the result of the vast and fluctuating physical and geographical
forces which have created infinite variations over millions of years.

An introduction to marble
Marble has unique qualities of silky translucence and depth which has made it coveted as a
beautiful and durable material for art, architecture and furniture. Historically it was expensive
and limited in supply because of the remote and dangerous places it was found. Mining and
transport costs meant only the very wealthy could afford it. In the last 100 years the
introduction of modern extraction and handling methods have made marble more available.
What is marble
Marble is a metamorphic rock. Metamorphic means massive heat and pressure have been
applied to a completely different type of rock to transform it’s character and appearance.
Limestone is transformed into marble by these forces as a result of continental plates clashing
and grinding against each other.
Why is marble so variable in appearance
Limestone is a soft sedimentary rock which is largely composed of the skeletons and shells of
sea creatures. This material is mostly calcite and is essentially white but over time oxides, clay,
silt, bitumen and sand seep into the limestone and can change it’s primary colour but also form
concentrations which become veins of varying colours.
As limestone becomes marble those colour variations and veining are carried over to the
marble. This is why the basic colour and veining of marble varies from black with white veins
through shades of brown or even green to white with black veins. Similarly the pattern of
veining varies from piece to piece and is determined by the random nature of the structural
weaknesses in limestone.
Celebrate uniqueness
All possible care is taken to select matching pieces but when you invest in marble you are
choosing a natural material that unavoidably varies in
colour, veining and crystal effects.
Variations are not manufacturing faults but unique characteristics to be appreciated and
cherished.
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Please note marble finish is machine polished, no coating is added to surface.
Therefore the surface which is naturally porous and should be treated with care when in use.
Spills, hot or cold object may leave marks in surface of table.
Always use adequate coverings when in use IE: Insulated place mats and drink coasters.
There some after market solutions for protection of the surface, please consult a locale stone
mason for suggestion and repairs if required.
PRODUCT ADVISORY:

Please contact your place of purchase or
Furniture Solutions Customer Service (Australia)
Email: [email protected]
Phone: [phone]
PRODUCT SAFETY WARNING
Special handling is required when you work with marble, recommend up to
four person be available when moving or assembling this product.
Choose Location for assembly with below in mind
Level, Spacious, Clean and close to area item will be used.
To protect floor surface and product we recommend the use of a soft
clean blanket or like item on your work space.
Ensure you have all components required to complete assembly
Check components for any damage
Ensure you check off hardware list and identify what they are
Have you read instruction from start to finish
Safety
Never allow children to play in your work space
Ensure to keep small parts away form children. To avoid choke risk.
Never fully extend yourself when assembling or lifting componenets
Avoid use of powered/battery drills.
Improper use of drills can irreversibly damage fittings
Improper assembly does fall under warrantable claim
Special Information unique to your product selection
Missing Parts, Damaged Component, Will not go together
Pre-Assembly Preparation
Before you start check off below
HEAVY
HANDLE
WITH CARE
TO
Please retain your assembly
instruction for future use.
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HARDWARE LIST
Eight (8) bolts with washers are fitted in table top
Note Bolt D
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Attach legs to base cuboard:
Arrange pre-built cupboard as shown, note you will need a second person to hold door open during
fitting of bolts. Confirm top and bottom of leg. Bottom of leg has lever in center.
Take leg and align threaded holes in leg with hole in corner of cupboard.
Then table bolt [C] with spring washer [A] and flat washer [B] in that order. Insert thur hole into
threaded hole in leg. Seat thread correctly, by hand turn clockwise 2-3 times. Confirm bolt has gripped
by gently pulling back on bolt head. Do not tighten further yet. Repeat above for second bolt [C].
Repeat all again for second leg. Now that you have fitted the bolts before you do other side you can
tighten bolts further but not fully tight just finger tight.
Now to do other side.
First thing is to close the doors and with the help of second person flip unit over onto other side.
Repeat same method to fit the two (2) remaining legs. Once all bolts are fitted and are finger tight, we
need to ensure that base system is square.
1st Close doors
2nd Check that the levelers on each leg is wound up tight.
Now with the help of a second person stand base on it's feet. Be aware that doors will swing open if you
lift the wrong way. Please handle base by the cabinet as blots in legs are not fully tightened.
With base system now on feet just gently giggle cupbord. Then by eye check if square. Then open doors
and begin to tighten bolts [C] with tool [E]. Tighten only until they feel firm as over tightening will cause
damage to threads and or timber.
Move to next page
DO NOT FULLY TIGHTEN BOLTS/SCREWS UNTIL INSTRUCTED
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Table top preparation:
Lay out table top as per diagram. Ensure top is
rest on a clean soft surface to avoid marking top
surface. You will see as per diagram the bridge
boards that are fitted table top.
Locate the eight bolts, then take tool [E] and
remove bolts with washers. Note please retain
these fittings as they will be reused further in
assembly instructions.
Move to next step.
Fit Bridge Boards:
As shown in diagram, align holes in bridge
board with threaded hole in top of leg.
Take bolt [D] with spring washer [A] and flat
washer [B] together in that order. Insert bolt
thru hole and into threaded hole, to seat bolt
into thread correctly by hand turn 2-3 times.
Check if bolt has gripped by gently pulling
back on bolt, Do not tighten yet. Fit second
bolt as above. Once both bolts are seated
correctly, take tool [E] and fully tighten. Note
tighten only till it is firm, do not over tighten
as this will cause damage to thread and or
timber.
Move to next page
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During this stage of assembly, you will be
required to lift completed product, the approx
over all weight is 105kg. While two (2)
reasonable strong persons could lift we
recommend for safety that you have 4 persons
be available to lift.
Fit Base System to Top: Have top of table as shown in diagram, and with the help of another person,
Align both bridge board as shown. Note please be aware of doors when turning base upside down.
Now line up holes in bridge boards on base with threaded holes in table top. Next take bolt [D] with
spring washer [A] and flat washer [B] together in that order. Insert thru hole in bridge board and
into threaded hole. Ensure to seat bolt properly, by hand turn 2-3 times clockwise. Check has bolt
has gripped by gently pulling back on bolt. Do not tighten yet. use above method to seat the
remaining 9 bolts. Once all seated take tool [E] and by hand tighten all until they feel firm. Do not
over tighten as this will cause damage to thread and or timber. Move to next step
Stand up Table:
Taking into account the weight of this product,
you will need to do a two (2) stage lift.
1st gently roll table onto it's side. Be aware of
doors should be facing up.
2nd The whole product will need to be lifted
from position. Grip one hand under lower
edge of of table and another at top of table
top underneath. Then with knees bent lift
slightly of the ground and slowly rotate until
the four feet are level with floor the lower
gently to floor.
3rd Pick up table form long side only to put
into place. Assembly Complete
TO
Last thing to do is to turn knobs from facing
inside to outside.
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ADVICE, CARE AND MAINTENANCE
About quarried marble and or stone polished:
It's a common myth that the shine on marble or stone is achieved by applying some type of
chemical or "polish" to the surface. Not exactly. The "shine" on marble or stone is not something
that sits on top of the marble... it is part of the marble or stone itself.
Natural Characteristics of polished Marble: With natural stone, any or all of the following may
be present:
•Areas, especially in travertine or marble, that may have been filled with a matching colour
epoxy
•Variations in veining, colour and movement that may be present in any natural material.
•Materials that have a lot of heavy veining or movement will exhibit more of these types of
natural occurrences.
•Fissures (hairline cracks): small, visible lines on the surface of the stone which rarely indicate
or affect the structural integrity of the marble. Fissures sometimes are confused with cracks.
Cracks often go throughout the stone and will compromise the strength of the stone.
Fissures are surface marks only and will not affect the stone in any way.
•Beauty Marks (horses): natural mineral deposit concentrations that can be seen as intensified
spots or lines of colour, lack of colour, or areas with compromised polishing ability.
•Pitting: "pock marks" of varying size on the surface of a slab which are a result of the
tightness of the material grain. These "pits" are a natural occurrence and will not affect the
stone in any way, and will not grow or expand.
Care advice Instructions for polished marble or stone:
As polished marble is natural stone and with no artificial protection has been applied, you will need to
protect the surface, when in use against spills of any nature as all liquids & foods contain some minerals
& acids which can affect the marble surface.
Please use adequate place mats, drink coasters and table cloths when dining.
General cleaning for polished marble or stone:
Keep dust free, clean up any spills of liquids or food immediately.
When dusting se a soft, clean, dry cloth. Microfiber cloths recommended.
Spills and food, use a PH neutral cleaner.
For any marks that can not be removed with above please go to next page.
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Most common affects to surface of marble or stone:
In the trade of “stonemasonry” most issues are called etching: Etching is when the surface
(shine) of the marble or stone if affected by none PH neutral chemicals from inappropriate
cleaners, liquids and food stuffs.
Mystery of Marble Etching
Marble (travertine, limestone and any "calcific" stone too) is sensitive and reactive with certain
types of foods, products and chemicals, which can damage the surface finish leaving dull and/or
lighter-coloured whitish spot often described as a "water spot", "water stain", "glass-ring", or
"ghost stain".
So, if you spill acidic orange juice (or any of the many other acidic foods and drinks) on marble it
will corrode the surface. This corrosive chemical reaction will essentially eliminate the shiny
surface layer achieved from the marble polishing process described above revealing the dull
marble underneath.
Likewise, if you use the wrong products for cleaning marble (too acidic or too alkaline) you can
destroy the shiny finish over the entire surface making your whole marble countertop or floor
"dull".
Etching begins on contact and the longer the exposure the more severe the etching.
And sealing does not prevent etching. You must prevent contact with the reactive substances.
An etch mark is not a stain. Nothing has absorbed into the marble. Also, plain water (unless
acidic like some well and city water supplies) does not cause it. Etching and staining are two
completely different processes.
You may hear or read that "marble stains easy". Actually marble does not stain easily... it
"etches" easily and most (including many in the stone industry) don't know the difference.
Here's the twist about how a shiny finish is created and how marble polishing is done...
As noted above, the original finish (no matter what type) is done "at the factory" with machines.
Applying some potion or chemical does not do it.
However... a previously polished marble countertop or tile that has dull spots from etching can
be repaired rather easily using a nifty DIY marble polish made specifically for this purpose.
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AFTER MARKET PROTECTION AND REPAIR OPTIONS
A NUMBER OF CLEANING AND PROTECTION SOLUTIONS ARE AVAILABLE FROM LOCAL
SOURCES.
Please note all below have been researched from internet, while we do not endorse the below
company we have ourselves used some products and services from company's listed below.
DIY cleaners and protection:
Warning before ordering any products please ensure you mention that products
are to be suitable for food surfaces.
https://www.granitewarehouse.com.au/MB-Products.html WA based company
this website stocks a brand called MB Stone Care, MB-11 polishing powder used
to repair etch marks. They sell a sealer product as well.
Must mention that the product purchased must state its suitable for food
surfaces.
https://www.marbleceramiccorp.com.au/530-stone-tile-sealer-cleaner
This company is based in Sydney they sell “Lithofin” polish cream used after
above (MB-11) to help recover shine on stone.
They also sell a variety of sealers and cleaners.
Must mention that the product purchased must state its suitable for food
surfaces.
Professional cleaning, repairs and application of protective coating:
Please search on internet for your local Stonemason.
Note only use professional stonemasons for repair to marble or stone.
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