As a veneer, alder is very popular. The wood is an attractive colour, ranging from light tan to reddish brown, darkening with age. Heartwood and sapwood are very similar, and the overall grain pattern can be likened to birch, although it is slightly redder.
The big question in furniture making: solid wood, or natural wood veneers? Let’s take a look at the differences between the two so you can make your decision.
We are incredibly proud to report that we have once again teamed up with the Needles and Chat knitting group, this time to help raise funds for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.
Aimed at architects, designers and artists specialising in wood-based panel products, we are now offering a range of skilled CNC services including CNC cutting, routing and fabrication.
Anegre is an African hardwood originating from Africa’s tropical East and West Coasts. Anegre veneers are widely used in furniture and cabinet making and admired for its pale creamy-yellow hue that displays subtly attractive hints of pink.
Ebony has a long history dating back to Ancient Egyptian times with the wood being used for the intricate carvings of the tombs of those times. It was also used by the ancient kings of India to make sceptres. It is a highly durable wood and exceptionally attractive, lending itself to high polishing, and beautiful wood veneers.
Oak is known as the king of the forest, and when it comes to natural wood veneers, it surely must hold the same title, with so many choices and stunning finishes to catch the eye.
Following on with our timber spotlight series, we’re taking a look this time at captivating chestnut and elegant elm, both of which make stunningly attractive veneers suitable for high end joinery and cabinetry.
Following on with our timber spotlight series, we’re taking a look this time at the beauty of beech, and the charm of cherry and how these lovely trees both make the perfect natural wood veneers.
Needles and Chat is a knitting group that meets every week in Grays, Essex. But whilst it’s fun to knit and chat, the group does a lot more than that: many of their woollen creations are destined for good causes.
Read Veneers Ltd is a family run company based in Essex and operating nationwide.
We have obtained Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC® C109654) certification which means that we adhere to the organisation's standards governing the promotion of responsible forest management across the world.
