Why Use Wood Veneer?
Architects and woodworkers use veneers for both aesthetic and functional reasons. Aside from decorative and structural reasons, using wood veneers is economical.
Instead of using solid lumber wood, which is expensive, heavy and difficult to fashion on-site, veneers are more cost-effective and easier to install. From hotel lobbies to private libraries, architectural grade wood veneer has important functions.
Using wood veneers has several benefits:
• Stability – compared to solid wood, wood veneer does not readily absorb and give off moisture. As a result, veneers do not easily become deformed or warp over time. They can withstand humidity and fluctuations in temperature in the surrounding
• Environmentally friendly – if you use solid wood, you are likely to waste a significant amount of wood particles in the form of sawdust and unused small pieces. Wood veneers do not present the same problem and are therefore more sustainable
• Aesthetic flexibility – as a decorative component of woodwork, wood veneers can create a wide range of looks for your project. You can use different types of matching such as grain matching and sequence matching based on the patterns on the wood
• Authenticity – unlike cheaper types of veneer like peel-and-stick printed veneers, wood veneer has the authentic look and texture of wood.
How to Specify Wood Veneer
Many architectural woodworking projects which require wood veneer are purely functional and therefore don't need complex specifications. However, if a project requires decorative elements it can get very complex very quickly, even if the final appearance is simple and elegant.
It's important for architects to provide detailed wood veneer specifications otherwise panels may not match, sequence matched veneer panels may not be consistent and the resulting fixes can be time-consuming and costly. This is especially important for those projects which specify rigorous sequencing of veneer over large areas, such as in wall paneling.
Unlike most interior finishes, wood veneer has an inherent originality that cannot simply be specified with a product number and color. Proper details must be written into the specification to ensure control of the final appearance.
Average Raw Material Dimensions
Knowing the average raw material dimensions can help guide design decisions:
• Maximum raw veneer length available is 17 feet
• Most common lengths are 10-12 feet
• Most veneer presses are maximum 10 feet
• Most particle board is 8 to 10 feet
• Most plywood is 8 feet
Therefore, most panel design decisions are made using 8 to 10 feet lengths.
Appearance of Veneer
The appearance of veneer is intensified by the protective finish of the surface, which can consist of various clear coating materials. Variations of finish can affect the look by altering the way light is absorbed or reflected on the finished product. These are the basic options, but architects and woodworkers should co-consult to finetune the finish specification:
• Stained veneer vs. uncolored veneer
• Open pore vs. filled pore (visible grain texture)
• Satin finish vs. gloss finish
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