Wood Veneer Blog

Last Updated: October 28, 2026 Can you apply peel-and-stick wood veneer directly over plastic laminate cabinets? It's a common question when homeowners want to update older cabinets without replacing … read more

Ask four different woodworkers what the best glue for veneer is, and you’ll likely get four different answers. One guy swears by contact cement for everything, another won’t touch a panel … read more

Every press operator knows the sinking feeling of pulling a large-scale, multi-sheet architectural panel out of the vacuum bag or cold press, running a hand across the face, and feeling that distinct, … read more

You’ve spent days prepping your substrate, carefully matching your grain patterns, and running your panels through the press. The wood veneer sheet looks flawless, sits perfectly flat, and you&r … read more

If you want to move from "hobbyist" to "professional" veneer work, the vacuum press is your gateway. While scrapers and J-rollers (which we’ve discussed the dangers of) rely on manual labor, a v … read more

In the veneer trade, your choice of adhesive is more than just a "glue" decision—it is a "system" decision. At Oakwood Veneer, we see successful projects using both Contact Cement and PVA (Polyv … read more