With this resource from professional furnituremaker and veneer specialist jonathan benson, youll learn how to recreate the beauty of exotic wood with veneer and inlays. Then, trace the inlay onto the wood, remove the inlay, and use an xacto knife to cut into the traced lines. Slicing and jointing techniques for wood veneer decospan. A technique for matching wood veneer veneer book matching is the most frequently used method for matching wood veneer. By slicing logs into thin veneers, mills bring rare, beautiful, and exotic wood into a price range accessible to all. The fun really kicks in when you start book matching veneer. The addition of water to the veneer causes excessive expansion of the wood cells which can cause the veneer to split later in the day as the moisture evaporates from the saturated wood cells. Because veneer is only a thin layer of wood attached with glue to a solid base, it is very vulnerable to damage on wooden furniture. How to identify different types of wood veneer quora. The technique is used to beautify a variety of objects such as furniture, violins. Over half of the book was large scale vacuum press methods of gluing of large and very large industrial size veneering. In the hands of a skilled woodworker, veneer can be used to produce stunning patterns that would be impossible to achieve with solid wood.
It is accomplished by turning every other veneer leaf over, and arranging it such that the grain opens at the spine, similar to the pages in a book. Heres a quick demo of how i book match veneers to achieve the desired length i need for casework. Shop wood veneer and a variety of building supplies products online at. In this threepart woodworking video series, fine woodworking contributor bob van dyke demonstrates basic veneering techniques including softening and flattening. Here are a few tips that will help you identify different types of wood veneers. Now that the outline is cut down, you can remove the center material with a chisel. Creating a bookmatched veneer panel part 1 youtube. He discusses simple veneer edging, curved panel veneer edging, solid wood edging including curved edging, banding on boxes, and crossbanding with veneer or solid wood. The sliced strips of veneer wood are jointed mirrored, two by two. Select veneer to use to create a simple 2way bookmatch on two 14.
Among the many techniques and styles of inlay, string inlay is perhaps the most common and useful method. I plan to use this veneer in the top of a box, and i want the finished piece to be 8. Were also proud to offer some of the finest paperbacked and 2ply wood veneer available. There are three matching processes to consider when using veneer. The finished sheet of marquetryparquetry is then glued onto a solid base.
First, and foremost, veneer always needs to be counterbalanced, meaning, always apply veneer to both sides of the substrate. The block is then sliced so that the edges of the laminated veneer become the grain of the reconstituted veneer. The way you match veneer sheets can create visual rythym and enhance your project. Highly figured veneers can turn simple woodworking projects into works of art and breathe new. Inlay individual pieces of wood or veneer, or marquetryparquetry motifs glued into. The matching technique should be selected based on the desired finish and appearance of the sheet. Top 10 wood finishing techniques for fixing mistakes. Make your own 4way book matched panel with walnut burl veneer, or any kind of veneer for that matter. The family handyman expert kevin southwick, will show you how to make a perfect patch using quickwood to repair damaged veneer. Introduces the novice or professional woodworker to a range of veneering techniques from simple to complex that can be used to produce stunning patterns that would be impossible to achieve with solid wood. The matching technique should be selected based on the desired finish and appearance. Aug 09, 2019 to inlay wood, cut the inlay out of a thin piece of wood, and use double sided tape to attach it to the other piece of wood. If you prefer the traditional approach, raw wood veneer can be applied with hot hide glue and a veneer hammer.
Marquetry classical cutting methods fine wood work. Veneer is a thin sheet of wood thats been sliced, peeled or sawn from a piece of lumber. Try to find it locally, though, and accessible probably is not the word youre muttering under your breath. When it comes to wood laminating, pieces of plastics or another layer of wood are laminated to composites, wood, or plywood. Book matched wood doors or book matched wood anything would have to be fashioned using veneers. Im living proof that these types of repairs arent that difficult. This technique is much easier than you think and you. Dec 01, 2016 everything you need to know to do your own veneering. The very best fine furniture combines real or solid wood with exotic veneers to create. Natural wood veneer 46 inches or less natural wood veneer 47 inches or more rosewood veneer restricted to usa only natural wood veneer mixtures. Explore woodcraft s veneers and specialty veneering tools to make a special job easy.
Hobbyists and professionals alike make mistakes in the. On old furniture, the glue that holds the veneer is often not waterresistant. Ways to match and joint leaves of real wood veneer. Techniques for decorating wood with veneer have been around for a while. Heres a quick demo of how i book match veneers to achieve the desired length i need. Once dyed, the sheets are laminated together to form a block. Bookmatching is the practice of matching two or more wood or stone surfaces, so that two adjoining surfaces mirror each other, giving the impression of an opened book. Lately many woodworkers have been asking me how i join veneer together. Remove the blue tape after you have veneer tape along all of the seams on the show side. From afzelia to zebrawood, theres something here for everyone. I was looking more for the various methods and formulas to cut and make veneer patterns, the geometry of that used in home size projects.
How to fix peeling or chipped veneer salvaged inspirations. One of the most common veneering problems is the tendency of the panel to warp after it is removed from the press. Jul 28, 2014 veneer is just thin wood so dont be afraid of it. However, before you proceed farther, first confirm that the material is natural wood veneer and not engineered wood. How to patch veneer with quickwood the family handyman. Stepbystep exercises will take you through all the techniques and culminate in four beautiful finished pieces. Outlines all the tools and techniques youll need to work with veneer including vacuum bagging and using clamps and cauls. How to make and apply decorative string inlay on furniture. Submit questions to our tech support staff about specific wood veneering projects in the workshop. Veneer versus real wood in the furniture market home guides. You can purchase this book from the mother earth news store. Common woodworking techniques involve the use of sawhorses and clamps and can be done in any garage or wood shop.
A veneer hammer, which is really more of a stiff, blunt metal scraper attached to a long handle, is used to smooth out the veneer on the substrate, and to squeegee out excess amounts of the heatactivated glue used in the process. On the other hand it is excellent at covering the more timeless principles of veneering veneer manufacture, stresses, matching etc. Marquetry a beginners guide staffordshire marquetry. How to create a simple veneer book match without special. Hammer veneering is the oldest method of applying wood veneer to a substrate. Recreate the beauty of exotic wood with veneer and inlay. Wood on wood also called 2ply is a decorative wood veneer face with a utility grade wood backer applied at an opposing direction to the face veneer. We carry mahogany, walnut and cherry to name a few species. Homemagazineback issuesdecember january 2012tipstechniquesan introduction to stringing and banding part 1. Edging and crossbanding techniques are used to finish off exposed edges. Then flip the veneer over and add veneer tape on to the show side. Mar 17, 2016 if youve ever passedup an amazing piece of furniture due to peeling or chipped veneer this post is for you. Because the sheets are so thin, veneers make the most of some of the most exotic and beautiful wood in the world. The joewoodworker guide to veneer figure, methods, and options.
For those unfamiliar with fine woodworking techniques, the word veneer conjures up images of cheap throwaway furniture, yet nothing could be further from the truth. Alternating pieces of veneer are flipped over so they face each other as do the pages within a book. Vintage pieces get exposed to heat, humidity, or the very worst water. Beyond millwork, veneers are also required for certain special techniques. Veneer tape is thin paper tape with moisture sensitive adhesive on one side and it is very easy to work with. Give your poject an extra pop with woodcraft s great selection veneers and edge banding matrerials and accessories. Fortunately, the modern world has caught up with those widely scattered mills, and online veneer retailers have. More complex matching, inlays, and veneer patterns. Here are some of the most common veneer matching approaches. It can be applied to a substrate with cold press veneer glue with a vacuum press or clamping press. Random matching creates the appearance of solid wood with a casual or. Here you will find many of the basic information you need to get the best result. Make your own 4way book matched panel with walnut burl veneer.
Parquetry similar to the above, but based on repeat geometric shapes. When veneering wood, it is important to remember a couple of things. Pra29512 july 20 market access this report can also be viewed on the fwpa website. Contact us for more information or wood veneer installation tips and instructions. Veneer book matching is the most frequently used method for matching wood veneer. Book matching is the most common technique and is often used with plain. As applied to wood, bookmatching is usually done with veneer produced in. I find repairing more challenging and satisfying than making new because someone else, or time and age, has set the parameters within which i have to work. This book focuses mainly on how to glue the veneer on the wood. Everything you need to know to do your own veneering. Jan 02, 2016 lately many woodworkers have been asking me how i join veneer together. Prolonged humidity or exposure to water can soften the glue, letting the veneer blister, crack, or peel. Marquetry pierre raymond, the taunton press, 63 south main street, po box 5506, newtown, ct064709959, usa.
The relative quality of veneers versus real wood in the furniture market is often misunderstood. It does not cover the techniques of hammer veneering, or other lowtech techniques likely to be used by a home workshop user. Just tear off a piece of tape, moisten it, and press it along the seam. Weve assembled resources to help you with wood veneering projects. It is accomplished by turning every other veneer leaf over, and arranging it.
A manual for decorative wood veneering technology 2nd edition project number. I love repairing old furniture the older the better. Types of veneer raw wood veneer this is the most common veneer for exotic wood species and figures. Including tips, tricks, and the tools needed for perfect veneer projects every time. Ive got a lot of questions on laminating wood techniques and i notice a number of folks are interested in how to laminate plywood sheets.
The history and advantages of veneers how to buy and store wood veneer basics of. The second and longer part of the book covers technique, ending with a few projects well within reach of the skilled amateur. Veneers of african ebony with inlays of ivory and other exotic materials were commonly used to decorate artifacts the pharaohs planned to take with them into the afterlife beginning with the earliest dynasties fragments of inlaid wood roughly 5,000 years old were found in king semerkhets tomb. We have even more veneering solutions and information in our online virtual wood veneer workshop. Oakwood veneer company can provide special sequence matching services for you for a nominal fee. Well guide you to the right finish for your projectpolyurethane, lacquer, shellac, and moreand show you how to get pictureperfect, repeatable results. Heres the truth about wood veneers architectural digest. Youll find more than 260,000 425,000 square feet of domestic and exotic veneer within our site and were offering these great veneers by the sheet and in small, affordable lots. Even today, some designers and craftspeople use simple string inlays to define, highlight, or bring focus to elements of an object be it furniture or other decorative art.
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