Zebrawood African composite wood veneer 24 x 96 with paper backer 1/40 # EFW

  
Zebrawood African composite wood veneer 24" x 96" with paper backer 2' x 8' x 1/40 with paper backer. Composite is real wood that has been dyed and cut in a process that makes each sheet consistent in color and grain. Otherwise, like any other veneer. This is one of the best composites and looks a lot like the natural wood version. Composite is a design option, not intended to be a lower priced option, though it is here vs. Some photos may show other sizes, customer projects and wet or finished veneer.

Contact cement is the most common adhesive used though others will work but may require pressure. Shown are wood veneer scraper tool and contact cement spray that will work with this product, but other options work well also. Trust the experience, knowledge, and reputation that has served the wood industry and novices since 1995.

Other sizes, backers, and unbacked veneer may be available for this product. Most pictures have been temporarily wet on the lower portion of the veneer to show what the grain may look like when finish is added. Color adjustments have been made to show the color as best as is possible. It is impossible to get photos exactly correct in color, but we have made an effort to do so.

Come with complete application instructions. That are simple and clear.

For raw veneer or un-backed products, we suggest using the Internet to see what advice is available as opinions vary on the best way to handle that product. Below is general information for most of our products. Make sure you check the listing to see which applies to the above product in particular. (will not always be exactly correct, but relatively close). Raw plain veneer with no backing = 1/32"-1/42".

Generally cut with a razor/box knife or similar tools and some type of straight edge. Paper-backed and wood-backed veneers are generally applied with contact cement. Raw plain veneer is applied with white or yellow wood glue and must have pressure applied while drying. Most any conventional finishing products can be used with veneer that is applied correctly. Sometimes veneers have minor splits or tears in them. These are usually taped or repaired in some manner and shouldn't impact overall quality or satisfaction. There may also be some minor wood filler used to fill cracks and other crevices that may exist.

Wood products are rarely perfect and some consideration of that may be needed occasionally since this is a natural product and is rarely ever perfect. Some sanding is usually required before finishing to prepare the surface for a finish and occasionally to remove veneer tape, splice glue, or some other imperfection.