In furniture, panel and door making, unfinished or rough edges aren’t the greatest look. Where visual appeal is important, a solution is needed to improve the look of these edges. That solution? Edge banding.
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Natural wood veneers are formed by slicing thin layers of real timber. But there is an alternative, and that is the engineered veneer. Here we look at what goes into making man made veneers, how they differ from natural wood veneers, and what you can expect in terms of versatility and functionality.
As wood veneer suppliers in London, there are numerous projects we’ve worked on alongside some of the most respected contractors in the Capital, supplying and preparing a range of wood veneers that have created spectacular finishes in a variety of settings.
We have long championed the benefits of wood veneer, and its natural beauty, but would you be interested to learn precisely how wood veneer is made? Let’s explore this very interesting process, step by step.
A veneered kitchen is a thing of true beauty. Smooth, seamless and elegant, there is a certain depth of character borne out in the natural wood grain, beautifully framed in each cabinet and flowing from one to the next.
We have previously explored the best ways of taking care of wood veneered furniture. But when it comes to walnut veneers, especially popular in furniture making, there are some special maintenance considerations that you’ll need to know about.
Once you have taken so much time over creating a beautiful wood veneered piece of furniture or panelling, it is useful to be aware of how to care for it. Let’s look at best practice when it comes to looking after natural wood veneers.
Did you know wood veneer panelling can be used for privacy screening? For sound proofing? On walls and ceilings, welcome boards, sliding doors and balconies? Let’s take a look at a few ways veneered panelling is used in a range of settings.
From sophisticated bespoke veneered doors crafted to harmonise with elegant interiors, through to veneered fire doors to protect your staff and visitors, all our doors are prepared to order.
A substrate is the material that a wood veneer is bonded to. In this post we’re going to look at the most popular materials used as substrates together with expert tips on applying veneers to each of them.
