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Veneer boards consist of bonded strips of solid timber backed onto a core.
Veneer boards consist of bonded strips of solid timber backed onto a core.
Properties:
Properties:
Veneer is produced by peeling or slicing the trunk of a tree into flitches which is then sliced.
Veneer refers to thin slices (around 3mm) of wood/sometimes bark. These thin slices are then glued to core panels.
Often the veneer is glued on to engineered woods such as particle board or MDF.
Applications:
Applications:
Veneer boards are typically made into flat panels and used for doors, cabinets and floors and furniture.
While solid wood can be prone to warping and splitting, because veneer is made of thin layers of wood glued together, the chances of splitting or cracking are reduced.
Sustainability:
Sustainability:
Veneer boards can be more sustainable than solid wood. Compared to a solid piece of wood less wood is used in the production of Veneer boards. Using veneer extends the use of a piece of timber.
Exotic hardwood can be scarce and very expensive, veneer may be more readily available.
Material Handling:
Material Handling:
Wear a dust mask while sanding to avoid dust inhalation which can cause short and long term damage to the lungs.
Protective Equipment:
Protective Equipment:
Dust mask
Tightly fitting googles
Gloves
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