Learn the various methods to apply veneer as well as how to use it as a powerful decorative tool used in parquetry, marquetry, and geometric designs. These guides explore creative ways to use veneer to transform furniture surfaces into statement pieces while building on the same practical veneering skills used in repairs and applications.
Parquetry is a timeless woodworking technique. It is most commonly known for wood flooring in herringbone and chevron patterns. However, when combined with veneer, it opens up endless design possibilities for furniture. One of the most striking geometric parquetry patterns is the 3D cube. If you know me, you know I am a fan. These…
If you’re drawn to eye-catching designs, then parquetry and Marquetry are like rare art in furniture form. These two woodworking techniques, with their centuries-old history, are not just techniques, but a privilege to understand and appreciate. Once you grasp the difference, you’ll always distinguish the two techniques, just as I did when I first encountered…
Part of what kept me from experimenting with large veneer pieces was the cost of a veneer press or the sheer number of clamps required. While you could opt to work with contact cement, I knew my shaky hands would cause an issue and ruin the finished product. You can purchase iron-on veneer edging, so…
Wood veneer is a key element in vintage furniture and an important skill for refinishers to learn. As we know, a veneer is a thin slice of wood adhered to a substrate material. These veneer sheets are usually not incredibly wide, and therefore a single piece of veneer will often not cover the project you are working…
We have all seen videos about the different methods of removing wood veneer. Usually, the substrate is plywood or even a lesser-quality solid wood. But what about particle board? Can you remove the wood veneer from the particle board? Particle board is an incredibly popular substrate for veneer furniture. It’s a cheap material to which…
How to apply veneer to a curved surface? This was the question that I asked myself when I came into possession of a beautiful vintage drinks cabinet from Stonehill. You can veneer on a curve, as the cabinet already had a failing veneer. The real question was, “Could a newbie veneer be on a curve…
Learning how to replace veneer banding might feel intimidating at first—but it’s one of those small repairs that can make a huge difference. Clean edges can elevate a piece—especially when working on mid-century drawers or vintage cabinets where the details matter. But what happens when those edges are chipped, lifting, or completely missing? I’ll be…