Copyright (c) 2013 OakwoodVeneer.com. All rights reserved. http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/tips.html Oakwood Veneer Company is a flexible wood veneer supplier with more than 170 species of natural wood veneer in all lengths and sizes, in-stock and available for immediate delivery. en-us Tues, 31 Mar 2013 15:00:00 EST http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/movie/how-veneer-is-made.html Tues, 31 Mar 2013 15:00:00 EST Watch an inside look on how wood veneer is made http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/15mistakes/index.html Tues, 31 Mar 2013 15:00:00 EST Learn about the most common mistakes when purchasing wood veneer http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/15mistakes/page1.html Tues, 31 Mar 2013 15:00:00 EST Understanding wood veneer terminology and the different between wood species Tues, 31 Mar 2013 15:00:00 EST http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/15mistakes/page3.html Tues, 31 Mar 2013 15:00:00 EST Make sure you buy enough veneer to complete your project. Be sure to choose the right glue for your project http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/15mistakes/page4.html Tues, 31 Mar 2013 15:00:00 EST Learn about saving money and being selective in your choice of a wood veneer distributor http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/15mistakes/page5.html Tues, 31 Mar 2013 15:00:00 EST Educate yourself and ask questions about the wood veneer in your next project http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/tips/hints.html Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:00:00 EST The use of a veneer press, either a vacuum, cold or hot press using white or yellow glue, is the preferred method of applying wood veneer. If press is not available, good contact cement may be used. Look for contact cement with the highest level of solids and follow the adhesive manufacturer instructions. http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/tips/spray.html Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:00:00 EST If you are using spray adhesive to apply veneer, you need to learn to visually recognize the proper amount of adhesive to apply. Here are 3 photographs of different amounts of coverage provided by TACC, a spray adhesive manufacturer, to help you determine the amount to apply. http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/tips/install.html Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:00:00 EST IT IS EXTREMELY CRITICAL to use maximum pressure when smoothing out the veneer. DO NOT USE A "J" ROLLER to smooth out flexible veneer. Instead use a scrap piece of wood approximately 12" long and 6" wide as a veneer scraper. Lightly sand the 6" edge to take the sharpness away and create a slight radius, the smaller the radius the better as it will produce the greatest pressure. A 1/16" radius will produce 4 time more pressure than a 1/4" radius. Holding the scraper with both hands and using it like a wooden squeegee smooth out the veneer from the center outward to the edges http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/tips/troubleshoot.html Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:00:00 EST A vacuum press, hot press or cold press are the preferred methods of veneer installation. The following troubleshooting guide, however, is for those of you applying veneer with contact cement. http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/tips/psa.html Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:00:00 EST All surfaces require preparation before applying any peel and stick veneer. For surfaces that have already been finished, lightly scuff the existing finish with a medium (120 grit) sandpaper. Remove all sanding dust and particles with tack cloth or wipe entire surface with a clean cloth and denatured alcohol or other suitable cleaning solvent. When applying veneer over plywood, real wood or any other porous substrate it is best to seal the surface first with shellac, varnish, polyurethane or any sealer. Allow 24 hours for sealer to dry then continue with veneer application. http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/tips/ironon.html Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:00:00 EST An alternative to using contact cement when traditional press methods aren't available is this method using white or yellow PVA glue and a standard household iron. This process will help you achieve a better glue bond and allows for the use of 10 mil paperbacked or raw veneer which can save you money. Follow these steps for best results. http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/tips/cuts.html Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:00:00 EST The size of the log, the species of wood, the grain pattern desired and other factors determine which type of cut will be made to create veneer. Below are some of the mosts common methods of cutting logs. http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/tips/match.html Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:00:00 EST The way you match veneer sheets can create visual rythym and enhance your project. Oakwood Veneer Company can provide special sequence matching services for you for a nominal fee. http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/tips/glossary1.html Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:00:00 EST Wood Veneer Glossary featuring Veneer Terms A thru F. http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/tips/glossary2.html Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:00:00 EST Wood Veneer Glossary featuring Veneer Terms G thru L. http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/tips/glossary3.html Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:00:00 EST Wood Veneer Glossary featuring Veneer Terms M thru R. http://www.oakwoodveneer.com/tips/glossary4.html Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:00:00 EST Wood Veneer Glossary featuring Veneer Terms S thru Z.