Veneer

There are many different advantages to installing veneer wood surfaces. Unlike rough cut exotic hardwoods, you don’t have to go through the laborious process of drying, finishing, and cutting your own wood. Veneers also cost considerably less than lumberyard manufactured lumber as well, and you can purchase as much as you like without worrying about insect infestations, mold, rot, or worse.

Another benefit is that installation is simple—all you need to do is order the correct size and glue the veneer down. This process allows you to turn any piece of wood into a rare, beautiful surface. By simply gluing a few squares of mahogany or redwood to your drab jewelry box, for example, you can add style and class that you never would have never enjoyed otherwise.

There are other reasons people choose to treat their surfaces this way rather than use solid wood pieces. For one, a veneer allows you to install exotic wood virtually anywhere, from flooring to walls to furniture. While there is some risk of the wood warping and changing size during very humid conditions, this is easily prevented by the use of temperature regulators and other precautions.

As with any wood surface, veneer wood ages gradually, resulting in a truly unique array of colors and patterns over time. However, it’s also important to remember that some types of wood are also susceptible to fading when exposed to the sun, which means that if you install veneered flooring, you should apply the appropriate finish and take time to move furniture, rugs, and other accessories every so often to prevent faded spots.

These advantages aside, an exotic wood veneer is simply fun to work with. Its fast installation and affordable price make it ideal for homeowners who want quick, beautiful results. It also allows you a larger selection of exotic species, as you can also find some of the rarer woods much easier in this format. This makes it much easier to acquire and use materials such as cocobolo, ebony, or zebrawood.

You can also create beautiful effects from burled veneer planks. Burled wood is created when large growths appear in the roots and along the trunk of the tree. These cause dramatic swirls and eye shapes in the grain, resulting in patterns and textures you won’t find anywhere else. When using burled wood, you can create a beautiful distinction by including alternating squares of neutral, smooth exotic woods as well.

These are only a few of the reasons you should consider veneer for your home renovation. Learn more today about how this method can save you time, money, and effort.