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Why would you use veneer for a project rather than solid timber?
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There are two primary reasons for the use of veneer in a woodworking project: strength and price.
In the matter of strength, most veneered wood is a form of plywood. Plywood comes in a variety of strands (plys), from three-ply to laminated products of 20, 50, or 100+. The greater the ply, the stronger the product due to the cross-biased construction.
As far as price, the cost of a piece of plywood with a rare wood face such as mahogany or rosewood is vastly lower than a piece of solid lumber. The face being 1/64th to 1/16th inch thick will show the same beautiful grain as a solid piece for a fraction of the cost, and the workability of plywood is negligibly the same as a solid piece of lumber.
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What is the difference between solid timber and veneer?
Solid timber is thick, bulky and veneer are thin and easy to apply to furniture
What is solid timber made from?
Solid timber is what you'd expect it to be - actual wood. When people say 'solid timber' they want to let you know that the piece of furniture is not made from veneered particle board/mdf etc which may look like solid timber to the untrained eye.
What is the difference between veneer and plywood?
Many Layers of Veneer make plywood. Veneer is solid wood and its only .020- .040 of an inch think.
Is Brick veneer is the same as solid brick?
YES
I am interested in the Ferris Queen Sized Bed and Nightstand set but is there a difference in durability between solid wood furniture and wood veneer products?
Solid wood furniture will be more durable than wood veneer, however, wood veneer offers excellent durability and ease of cleaning at a great price.
Why is solid timber better than manufactured timber?
because it is better looking than solid also because it is more easier to cut
Is MDF suitable for raised panel cabinet doors?
If the door will be painted, an MDF panel is a good option. MDF is stable (it will not warp) and also tends to be lower in price than a solid wood or veneer panel. For a cabinet door that will be stained, a wood or veneer panel should be used rather than MDF.
What are the differences between solid timber and plywood?
Solid timber is cut from a single piece of wood. Plywood is manufactured from several sheets of wood laminated together.
What is LVL?
Laminated veneer lumber (LVL) is a material made of thick veneers laminated along the grain direction, hot pressed and glued, and then sawed. Compared with solid wood, LVL has the advantages of uniform structure, high strength and good dimensional stability, which can meet the application requirements of wood structure building, bridge, furniture and transportation. Main species: Masson pine laminated veneer, eucalyptus laminated veneer, Yunnan pine laminated veneer, Larch laminated veneer, poplar laminated veneer, bamboo bundle laminated veneer, bamboo and wood composite laminated veneer.
What is a marble veneer?
A marble veneer is a thin layer of marble that is attached to a different material, such as plywood or metal, to create the appearance of solid marble. It is commonly used in furniture, countertops, and decorative finishes to achieve the look of marble at a lower cost.
Why are pianos made of timber?
The original answer here was nonsense, pianos aren't only made of timber, most grand pianos are made of timber because it's a strong, and solid wood.
What are the disadvantages of Laminated veneer lumber?
A disadvantage of using laminated veneer lumber is that it may not be as sturdy as solid lumber. This is pieced together and may not last as long as real hardwood.
