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    Introduction to Wood Veneering

    Learn the basics of how to veneer wood in this three-part video series

    Author Headshot By Bob Van Dyke #248–July/Aug 2015 Issue

    Ed Pirnik, Gary Junken, and Jeff Roos

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    Be sure to catch Parts II and III for tips on veneer patterns, seaming, and final glue-up.

    For those unfamiliar with fine woodworking techniques, the word “veneer” conjures up images of cheap throwaway furniture, yet nothing could be further from the truth. In the hands of a skilled woodworker, veneer can be used to produce stunning patterns that would be impossible to achieve with solid wood. In this three-part woodworking video series, Fine Woodworking contributor Bob Van Dyke demonstrates basic veneering techniques including softening and flattening, rough cutting, seaming, and glue-up, while preparing a period-appropriate book-matched drawer front.

     

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    Videos in the Series

    • Introduction to Wood Veneering

      May 27, 2015

      Learn the basics of how to veneer wood in this three-part video series

    • Use Mirrors to Design Veneer Patterns

      June 5, 2015

      Learn how to leverage mirrors in the design of stunning veneer patterns in the second part of our three-part series on veneering basics

    • Veneer Seaming and Glue-Up

      June 11, 2015

      Learn how to seam veneer sheets for invisible glue lines in the final episode of our three-part series on veneer basics

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    Learn the basics of how to veneer wood in this three-part video series. For those unfamiliar with fine woodworking techniques, the word “veneer” conjures up images of cheap throwaway furniture, yet nothing could be further from the truth. In the hands of a skilled woodworker, veneer can be used to produce stunning patterns that would be impossible to achieve with solid wood. In this three-part video series, Fine Woodworking contributor Bob Van Dyke demonstrates basic veneering techniques including softening,… More about this Video Workshop

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    1. donsod | Jul 31, 2017 06:17pm | #1

      Very well done. Thanks

    2. Grenton | Nov 10, 2020 10:03am | #2

      I have joined why cant I run the padlock video : Use mirrors to design
      veneer patters

      1. Bret | Aug 10, 2021 06:01pm | #3

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