From edging to larger and traditional layers our selection of veneer comes in a great variety of woods. The following woods are only a few of the most popular woods utilised for veneers due to their durability and properties.

Ash

With a medium textured grain ash wood has a light to medium brown heartwood and a beige to light brown sapwood. This wood stains glues and finishes well being an affordable option for flooring. When ash wood is stained it can often appear similar to oak wood although the latter has much wider rays.

Birch

As one of the most commonly used woods for veneer birch wood can be very economical for flooring. This wood has a low natural lustre and straight or slightly wavy grain with an even texture. Birch turns finishes and glues well being able to be turned into speciality wood items very easily.

Cherry

Whether black cherry or sweet cherry this wood can easily be used for veneers.Cherry is one of the easiest woods to work with as it has a straight grain stability and ease of being used in machines. When it is being stained however it is often required to have a sanding sealer. The wood darkens to a golden brown with age providing a stunning look.

Maple

Hard maple has stronger stiffer denser and harder wood and it finishes glues and turns well. When staining some blotches may occur and a toner may be needed to even the colour. This wood’s sapwood unlike most woods is more utilised than its heartwood. Colours can range from white cream red or golden.

Oak

Rot-resistant and durable oak wood is a great option for woodworking and veneer. With a light to medium brown colour it has a straight grain and an uneven texture. This economical wood is very easy to work with always producing excellent results. This wood has moderately high shrinkage values and iron might create staining and discolouration. It does however finish stain and glue very well.

Pine

Easily worked with it can sustain a wide variety of paints as finishes and it is easily sliced or peeled. With good elasticity and strength pine wood typically has great durability. Its heartwood has a reddish-yellow colouring that naturally darkens to a reddish brown providing a stunning option for veneer.

Walnut

Smooth in texture and easy to work with walnut is also resilient and durable. It has straightforward finishing and it stains and glues well. Its grain can be straight but irregular with a moderate natural lustre and a medium texture. Walnut has moderate resistance to rot decay which may be prolonged through specialised treatments.

Our varied options of veneer provide high-quality solutions for your projects ensuring a reliable and durable veneer solution. Simply get in touch with us on 01702 614044 and we’ll be happy to help you find veneers that fit your projects perfectly.