Wood Veneer Blog

Question:I am planning to teak veneer an MDF table top. I want to round over the edges of the table, and plan to cut my MDF shape, apply a 2” band of teak around the perimeter, apply the veneer, then … read more

Question:I used spackling to cover imperfections on my MDF. The spackling is along one edge and various nail holes. Does the spackling need to be sealed before I begin veneering? I am using 10mil pape … read more

Question:I will be making a dining room table and want to use rosewood veneer over 3/4″ plywood. What is the best method for glueing the veneer to the plywood? I do not have a vacuum press. The larges … read more

Question:I have a pair of speakers painted black. There is one coat of sealer and two coats of black, oil-based enamel on each MDF box. Is rough sanding followed by finer sanding enough or do I have t … read more

Question:I am trying to glue cherry veneer to MDF with yellow glue. I put a thin coat of glue on the veneer and the MDF. How do I keep the veneer from curling as I wait for the glue to dry?Answer:When … read more

Question:I have a desktop made from 3/4″ finish grade birch plywood. I had previously stained the suface with an oil based stain and then a polyurethane finish.I want to apply a 10mil paperbacked vene … read more