Applyhing finish and stain to veneer. Mixing stains to get the color you want. Apply a finish to the veneer to see final results

I recently purchased the "Knotty Pine Veneer Sheet" which I received in a timely manner, and I am grateful. It is perfect match. I cannot, however, match the stain that is on the other half of my table. I've tried every stain color, combination, oil-based, water-based... but no avail. Please help. Thank you.  PetrosHello, matching the stain of a veneered surface is tricky.There is onl…

How To Glue Wood Veneer To An Exterior Door

Gluing Wood Veneer To An Exterior Door“Can I glue a wood veneer to an exterior door”You can glue a wood veneer to an exterior door, but there’s a lot to consider.Be forewarned: Unless have a vacuum bag or a veneer press, and you can use a waterproof glue, you are in no man’sland. If you can’t use a waterproof glue, there is no guarantee that the veneer will stand up to an exterior environment.…

How To Join 2 Or More Sheets Of Veneer Together To Make A Veneer Face

Chris: "Hey Bob, I want to join some veneer sheets.  How do I go about joining 2 or more veneer sheets together?"Bob Morgan:Thank you for your question, Chris.Joining 2 or more sheets of veneer side by side can be done, but it takes some patience and skill. The trick is to get the joints/seams of the veneer sheets joined up so that there are no open places. The longer the sheets of veneer,…

Finishing Wood Veneers - Finishing, A Veneered Surface, Prepping A Veneered Surface For Finishing, Staining Wood Veneers

Gary:Hi Bob Morgan! …Finishing wood veneer – Question – Should I use wood sealer on the veneer surface before I apply a finish to the veneer?Is it better to stain a veneer or to apply a finish to the veneer such as polyurethane?How do I prep the veneer before I apply a finish?Bob Morgan:Hi Gary, and thank you for your email.Prepping a veneered surface before applying a finish is no different…

Wood Veneer Color Variation, Rosewood Veneer Color Variation

Henry:Hey Bob, I have ordered Rosewood veneer from you on several occasions.  I'm noticing color variations from one order to the next for my Rosewood veneer (I'm sending photos).  Is this normal?  Bob Morgan:Thank you for your email, Henry.The variation of color of the Rosewood veneer that your photos show is normal. Rosewood veneer is one of the craziest of all species for…

Wood Backed Veneer, Paper Backed Veneer, Peel and Stick or Contact Cement?

Jerry: I have a few questions. this is my first time with veneer, I am wondering if the peel and stick or contact cement will stick to the wood fiber I had to use on the top of my project? I have sent two pictures. I am thinking that the 3/16 wood backed would be better the paper backed? The wood backed would hide any voids I missed, right? I am thinking the peel and stick would be better for a…