G I F T E D B Y N AT U R E

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Key Features 2-3 Light 30-35 Louro Preto 51 Dyed White Ash Black 71
Anegre 32 Dark Walnut 51
Glow 4-7 American Maple 32 Bubinga 51 A la Carte 72-97
Oak Granito Glow 6 Knotty Pine 32 Wenge 51 Checkered Illusion 74 -75
Castanea Rays Glow 6 White Ash 33 Ipe 51 Checkered Illusion White Oak 75
American Walnut Glow 7 Figured Sycamore 33 Checkered Illusion American Walnut 75
Barkburn Glow 7 Chestnut 33 Horizontal 52-55 Burl Block 76-77
Coco Flame Glow 7 Sycamore 34 Louro Preto Horizontal 54 Mapa Burl Block 77
Tulip 34 Gabon Wood Horizontal 54 Oak Burl Block 77
Canvas 8-11 Golden Cherry 34 American Walnut Horizontal 55 Vavona Burl Block 77
Brown Canvas 10 Chen Chen 35 Choco Lure Horizontal 55 Walnut Burl Block 77
Green Canvas 10 Koto 35 Diagonal 78-81
Grey Canvas 11 White Beech 35 Mystique 56-65 American Walnut Diagonal Line 79
Violet Bling Canvas 11 Eucalyptus 35 Barkburn 58 Knotty Pine Diagonal Line 80
Steamed Beech 35 Choco Lure 58 Barkburn Diagonal Line 80
Era 12-17 Larch 35 Black Diamond Oak 59 Texas Wilderness Diagonal Line 80
Hatched Flakes 14 Mellon Dew 59 Dark Cinnamon Diagonal Bricks 81
Vintage Canvas 14 Medium 36-43 Texas Wilderness 60 Barkburn Diagonal Bricks 81
Spiced Ginger 15 White Oak 38 Satinox 60 Brown Santos Diagonal Bricks 81
Dark Cinnamon 15 Brown Santos 38 Dusk Dew 60 Brico 82-83
Roasted Almond 16 Paldao 39 Oak Albura 61 Brico Walnut Vertical 83
Midnight Forest 16 Multicoloured Tulip 39 Desert Storm 61 Brico Tineo Horizontal 83
Lumiere Night 17 Aromatic Cedar 39 Castanea Rays 61 Evoluzion 84-87
Bourbon Dark Forest 17 Guiabao 40 Deep Grain 62 Wegen 85
Red Oak 40 Dark Diva 62 Charl Border 86
Shimmer 18-23 American Red Elm 40 Oak Granito 62 Smoked Mok 86
Gold Shimmer 21 American Cherry 41 Caramel Dusk 63 American Lawnut 86
Silver Shimmer 21 Red Cedar 41 Coco Flame 63 Apelis 87
Copper Shimmer 21 Black Sapele 41 Tropical Stallion 63 Pie 87
Ivory Shimmer 23 Ovangkol 42 Antique Tree 64 Capyulates 87
Sunlight Shimmer 23 White Oak Quarter 42 Smoggy Wood 64 Revoluzion 88-89
Violet Shimmer 23 Red Oak Quarter 42 Hazelwood 64 Revoluzion Mellon Dew 89
Silver Oak 42 Roadenza 64 Revoluzion American Walnut 89
Elite 24-29 Golden Cedar 42 Oak Dew 64 Revoluzion Barkburn 89
Royal Ebony Crème 26 Afromosia 42 Afro Barks 64 Revoluzion Mellon Dew Horizontal 89
Imperial Ziricote 27 Zebrano 43 Mirage 65 Revoluzion American Walnut Horizontal 89
African Ebony 28 Mahogany 43 Dark Bean 65 Revoluzion Barkburn Horizontal 89
Real Vintage Oak 29 Jatoba 43 Molten Chocolate 65 Ruvido 90-91
Golden Wood 43 Silky Sheen 65 Saw Cut- American Walnut 91
Khaya 43 Blush Wood 65 Butt cut 92-93
Tineo 43 Inferno 65 American Walnut Butt Cut 93
Interweave 94-97
Dark 44-51 Dyed 66-71 Mixed Chatai 1 95
Gabon Wood 46 Dyed Koto Black Silk 68 Mixed Chatai 2 95
Sapele Pommele 46 Dyed White Ash White 68 Mixed Chatai 3 95
Ebony 47 Dyed Koto Marble White 68 Maple Twist 96
Rosewood 47 Dyed Koto Light Coffee 69 Sapele Knit 96
Kuru Pao 48 Dyed Koto Nut Brown 69 Woven Chic 96
Sucupira 48 Dyed Koto Light Purple 69 Scandinavian Pad 97
American Walnut 48 Dyed Koto White 70 Metal Muse 97
Mountain Santos 49 Dyed Oak Ceramic 70 Ribbed Bars 97
Esplendido Ebano 49 Dyed Koto Superior White 70 Natural Matt 97
Sapele Crown 49 Dyed Oak Pilgrim Grey 70 Black Beauty 97
Golden Wenge 50 Dyed Koto Light Grey 70 Night Echo 97
Bibolo 50 Dyed Koto Coffee 70
Sapele 50 Dyed Oak Dark Ash 71 New Arrivals 98-99
American Walnut Quarter 50 Dyed Koto Light Caffeine 71 Cutting Method 100
Caramel Streaks 50 Dyed Oak Tanned 71 Grouping Veneers 101
Red Ebony 50 Dyed Oak Antique Grey 71 Veneer Matching Options 102
Makore 51 Dyed Koto Dark Cinnamon 71 Care & Maintenance 103
Designed By SHIPMAN
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CenturyVeneers takes immense pleasure in bringing

to you NatzuraWoods - our ravishingly new and fabulous
range of natural veneers. These exotic species are sourced
from sustainable forests of Africa, South East Asia, Europe
and the Americas.

Inspired from the diversity in nature, this range showcases

an exquisite selection of natural veneers that have been
crafted to perfection by our experts, to give an uber touch
to your interiors.
 K E Y F E AT U R E S

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G LOW

Glow is our latest

range of natural
veneers, where every
room lights up in
interesting ways much
like the glow fish that
adds glimmer to the
dark waters. These
designs are for those
individuals who are
not afraid to be
unconventional.

Oak Granito Glow

 Oak Granito Glow Castanea Rays Glow

*Use 1000 grit sandpaper for cleaning, only if required.

 G LOW

American Walnut Glow Barkburn Glow Coco Flame Glow

*Use 1000 grit sandpaper for cleaning, only if required.

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C A N VA S

Inspired from
the vivid color
palette offered by
nature, Canvas is
our new collection
of veneers that
will add vibrancy
to otherwise dull
spaces.

Brown Canvas
 Brown Canvas Green Canvas

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*Use 1000 grit sandpaper for cleaning, only if required.

 C A N VA S

Grey Canvas Violet Bling Canvas

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*Use 1000 grit sandpaper for cleaning, only if required.

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G I F T E D B Y N AT U R E
E RA
Uncannily like the
Grand Canyon that
is a centuries old
attraction the
world over, Era is
our ‘aged by
design’ range
developed using
state of art
technology, by
which every sheet
glorifies nature’s
unfading beauty.

This exclusive
collection of
veneers will give a
vintage feel to the
finest
contemporary
interiors.

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Hatched Flakes
 Hatched Flakes Vintage Canvas

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*Not to be sanded.
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Spiced Ginger Dark Cinnamon

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*Not to be sanded.
 Roasted Almond Midnight Forest

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*Not to be sanded.
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Lumiere Night Bourbon Dark Forest

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*Not to be sanded.
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S HIMMER

Like the sparkle of

moonlight on water which
leaves a spellbinding charm,
these are the most
fashionable range of natural
veneers which let your
interiors ‘Shimmer’ with
pride.

Available in classic Gold,

Silver & Copper fillings
along with three fresh
additions: Ivory, Sunlight
and Violet fillings.

Silver Shimmer
*Available in Select Species.
 Gold Shimmer Silver Shimmer Copper Shimmer
8Ft. X 4Ft. Full Sheet Image 8Ft. X 4Ft. Full Sheet Image 8Ft. X 4Ft. Full Sheet Image

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*Use 1000 grit sandpaper for cleaning.

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Gold Shimmer Silver Shimmer Copper Shimmer

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*Use 1000 grit sandpaper for cleaning.

 Ivory Shimmer Sunlight Shimmer Violet Shimmer
8Ft. X 4Ft. Full Sheet Image 8Ft. X 4Ft. Full Sheet Image 8Ft. X 4Ft. Full Sheet Image

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*Use 1000 grit sandpaper for cleaning.

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Ivory Shimmer Sunlight Shimmer Violet Shimmer

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*Use 1000 grit sandpaper for cleaning.

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E LITE

Elite is a hand-picked
selection of rare and
exquisite veneers meant for
those who will not settle for
anything ordinary. This
premium collection draws its
inspiration from beauty and
rarity on display in nature, be
it like the mesmerizing
emeralds or the stripes on
the Royal Bengal Tiger.
 This rare ebony
boasts of dramatic
and irregular
streaks. Smooth to
26 touch, this exotic
wood exudes a
matchless shine
when finely
polished making it
an extremely
tasteful choice.

Royal Ebony Crème

This exclusive
species exists only in
a small portion of
Central America.
Famous among
those with a refined
taste, its varied
striped patterns
create intricate
valleys and plateaus
making it unique
and perfect to
embellish walls.

Imperial Ziricote
 This rare species
exhibits an
unmatched deep
and rich black color
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even texture and an
incredibly high
natural luster makes
it highly sought
after, and a
collectors’ choice.

African Ebony
This vintage veneer
is obtained by
reclaiming wood
planks from
historical structures.
With traces of nail
marks and original
circular saw marks
from the 1880’s,
every veneer is
unique and has a
story to tell.

Real Vintage Oak

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L IGHT

The Conch Shell

encapsulates the sound of
the ocean in its tiny breast,
easing our mind and soul.
Much the same as Light
Veneers bestowed with soft
tones that lighten up any
interior and make
constricted spaces look
spacious.

Anegre
 Anegre American Maple Knotty Pine

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 L IGHT

White Ash Figured Sycamore Chestnut

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 Sycamore Tulip Golden Cherry

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 L IGHT

Chen Chen Koto White Beech

Eucalyptus Steamed Beech Larch

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M EDIUM

Much as the warm rays of

early morning sun that
livens up the mushrooms in
the countryside, Medium
Veneers add warmth to
your interiors making them
ideal for rooms with a fair
amount of incandescent
light.

White Oak
 White Oak Brown Santos

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Paldao Multicoloured Tulip Aromatic Cedar

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 Guiabao Red Oak American Red Elm

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 M EDIUM
American Cherry Red Cedar Black Sapele

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 Ovangkol White Oak Quarter Red Oak Quarter

Silver Oak Golden Cedar Afromosia

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 M EDIUM
Zebrano Mahogany Jatoba

Golden Wood Khaya Tineo

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D ARK

Like the wings of the

butterfly that sits on a leaf,
giving a ‘look at me again’
feel, our range of Dark
Veneers does the same to
any interior making large
rooms cozy, inviting and
unforgettable.

Wenge
 Gabon Wood Sapele Pommele

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 D ARK
Ebony Rosewood

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 Kuru Pao Sucupira American Walnut

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 D ARK
Mountain Santos Esplendido Ebano Sapele Crown

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 Golden Wenge Bibolo Sapele

American Walnut Quarter Caramel Streaks Red Ebony

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 D ARK
Makore Louro Preto Dark Walnut

Bubinga Wenge Ipe

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H ORIZONTAL

Horizontal Veneers
are created by
joining veneer
flitches that result in
graceful striations of
a free-flowing linear
pattern. Similar to
the ripples created
in water these
veneers adds a
sense of infinity to
the interiors.

*Available in all species. Louro Preto Horizontal

 Louro Preto Horizontal Gabon Wood Horizontal

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*Available in all species.

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American Walnut Horizontal Choco Lure Horizontal

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*Available in all species.

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M YSTIQUE

Nature is full of
extraordinary events like the
lava that erupts from the
mountains. Inspiration for
our range of smoked
Veneers, which add warmth
to any living space.

Barkbun
 Barkburn Choco Lure

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 M YSTIQUE
Black Diamond Oak Mellon Dew

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 Texas Wilderness Satinox Dusk Dew

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 M YSTIQUE
Oak Albura Desert Storm Castanea Rays

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 Deep Grain Dark Diva Oak Granito

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 M YSTIQUE
Caramel Dusk Coco Flame Tropical Stallion

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 Antique Tree Smoggy Wood Hazelwood

Roadenza Oak Dew Afro Barks

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 M YSTIQUE
Mirage Dark Bean Molten Chocolate

Silky Sheen Blush Wood Inferno

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D YED

The hallmark of Toucan bird

is its bill which is large and
full of eye-catching colors.
Riveting and dramatic Dyed
Veneers similarly add color
to an otherwise bland
interior. Effortlessly
complementing each other,
this range of veneers adds
charm to ordinary spaces.

Dyed Koto Black Silk

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Dyed Koto Light Coffee Dyed Koto Nut Brown Dyed Koto Light Purple

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 Dyed Koto White Dyed Oak Ceramic Dyed Koto Superior White

Dyed Oak Pilgrim Grey Dyed Koto Light Grey Dyed Koto Coffee

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Dyed Oak Dark Ash Dyed Koto Light Caffeine Dyed Oak Tanned

Dyed Oak Antique Grey Dyed Koto Dark Cinnamon Dyed White Ash Black

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À LA CARTE

Each design is crafted

piece by piece and
hence is a masterpiece
in itself. À LA CARTE
offers an eclectic
choice of designs for
those who need
exclusivity.

Brico Tineo Horizontal

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CHECKERED ILLUSION
Veneers are joined in a circular fashion
to create a checkered block and many
such blocks are in turn arranged to create
an Illusion. A perfect highlighter to the
wall which showcases your treasured
possessions.
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BURL BLOCK
Prized for its beauty and rarity, Burls are
balloon shaped growths composed of swirls of
grains, laced with eyes. The tree cells divide
and grow excessively and unevenly thus creat-
ing an exquisite pattern. The veneer is created
by placing the cut-outs of the Burl blocks
forming a delicate pattern.
 À LA CARTE

Mapa Burl Block Oak Burl Block

Vavona Burl Block Walnut Burl Block

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American Walnut Diagonal Line

DIAGONAL
Newly introduced Diagonal Veneers are created by
joining veneer flitches at an angle. The diagonal lines
give dramatic look to your spaces making them look
large. These veneers are available in two patterns:
Diagonal Line and Diagonal Bricks.

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 Knotty Pine Diagonal Line Barkburn Diagonal Line Texas Wilderness Diagonal Line

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Dark Cinnamon Diagonal Bricks Barkburn Diagonal Bricks Brown Santos Diagonal Bricks

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BRICO
is a result of rich veneers combined in
a brick wall pattern, to create a warm
contrast in your interiors.

The multiple layers of rectangular

wooden blocks create a ripple effect
in light and dark contrasting tiles.
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Brico Walnut Vertical Brico Tineo Horizontal

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*Available in all species.

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Wegen

EVOLUZION
Evoluzion is a pattern created by randomly bringing
together long, distinct strips of veneers to create
a dynamic, yet refreshing design that will light up
any interior space.

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 Charl Border Smoked Mok American Lawnut

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Apelis Pie Capyulates

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 REVOLUZION
Revoluzion is a perfect amalgamation of
veneer strips which has taken the veneer
making process to the next level. The traditional
and evergreen veneers are hand crafted to give
horizontal and vertical designs

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Revoluzion Mellon Dew Revoluzion American Walnut Revoluzion Barkburn

Revoluzion Mellon Dew Horizontal Revoluzion American Walnut Horizontal Revoluzion Barkburn Horizontal

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Also available in Inferno, Tineo, Brown Santos, Figured Eucalyptus, Dyed Ash Black, Choco Lure and Zebrano.
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Saw Cut- American Walnut

RUVIDO
Ruvido offers a choice of stunning textures
and captures nature in dynamic patterns, giving
your interiors a rugged, yet sophisticated touch.

Also available in Dyed Ash Black, Dyed Ash Grey,

Dyed Ash Brown, Tropical Ruff Streak,
White Oak, and Barkburn.

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American Walnut Butt Cut

BUTT CUT
Butt Cut adds a new dimension to the well accepted
species. The logs of large girth are specially sourced and
sliced across the annual rings found at the base of the tree.
The veneer when laid out on a sheet gives an illusion of
round logs stacked onto each other and forms a
highly decorative circular pattern.

Also available in White Oak, Burma Teak and Barkburn.

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INTERWEAVE
A shift from neutral color palettes to interiors
with bold patterns that have real attitude.
Whilst not for the fainthearted, these veneers
are hand-woven piece by piece by our expert
artisans. Let your interiors speak for you.
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Mixed Chatai 1 Mixed Chatai 2 Mixed Chatai 3

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 Maple Twist Sapele Knit Woven Chic

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Scandinavian Pad Metal Muse Ribbed Bars

Natural Matt Black Beauty Night Echo

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 C UTTING METHODS
The types of cut determine the design
pattern on the veneer. The size of the log, the
wood species, the grain pattern desired, and
other factors determine which type of cut
will be made to create the veneer. Here are
some of the more common methods of
cutting logs:
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FLAT/CROWN CUT
Often referred to colloquially as a
‘flowery pattern’, this design is obtained
by slicing the block parallel to the centre
of the log. This results in a raised cathe-
dral or flower effect by the innermost
growth rings.
Flat Cut Red Oak
QUARTER CUT
To obtain this design, a log is first cut
into four quarter blocks. Then each block
is sliced perpendicular to the annual
growth rings of the tree. This results in a
straight grain appearance on the veneer.
Quarter Cut Red Oak
RIFT CUT
This method is generally used with Red
Oak and White Oak to minimize the
appearance of flakes in the final design.
This is derived by slicing the block at a
slight angle by cutting slightly against
the modular rays. This also results in a
straight line design. Rift Cut Red Oak
ROTARY CUT
For this method of cutting, the log is
centered on a lathe and turned against a
broad cutting knife set into the log at a
slight angle so that a continuous cut is
made around the log. This results in a
wild, varied design.
Rotary Cut Red Oak
 G ROUPING VENEERS

Veneers are grouped to resemble the grain pattern to give a

uniform look and colour. A series of veneers is considered to be
part of a group if their grains or appearance is similar. The size
of the group depends upon the girth of the log – higher the
girth, higher are the chances of a bigger group. Normally for
slicing veneers, a log is divided into two to four blocks
depending on the girth of the log. Each block is converted into
beams. Not only do veneers produced from different beams of
the same log have different grain patterns, but the grain
4 Leaves Joint 6 Leaves Joint
pattern of different sections of the same beam also varies.
Hence, it is broken down into groups that resemble similar
design and colour.

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 V E N E E R M AT C H I N G O P T I O N S
The way you match veneer sheets can
create visual rhythm and enhance your
project. Here are some of the more
common veneer matching approaches:
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BOOK MATCH REVERSE SLIP MATCH
Every other leaf of veneer is turned over In reverse slip matching, the veneer leaves
like the pages of a book. The grain is are slipped out from under each other and
mirrored in each adjacent leaf. The visual every other veneer leaf is flipped end to
effect created is that veneer joints end. This balances the character of the
match, creating a symmetrical pattern. veneer on the panel face.
Note: Because the tight and loose faces alternate in
adjacent pieces of veneer, they may accept stains
differently, resulting in a noticeable colour variation,
called barber pole. These variations are not considered
manufacturing defects.
PLEASING MATCH
Care is taken to match up the colour of
each of the veneer pieces, but not nec-
essarily the grain. Patterns result in no
colour contrast at the joints.
SLIP MATCH
Often used with quarter sliced and rift
sliced veneers, this is the process in
which a sequence of matching veneer
leaves or consecutive sheets of veneer
are slipped out one after the next. This
results in all the same face sides being
exposed. The visual effect shows a grain
figure repeating, but joints do not show RANDOM MATCH
grain match. Minimizes potential barber
Typically done only on lower grades of
pole effect.
veneers, where knots, stains and other
natural markings are allowed. Colours
and grains vary, and pieces are often of
different widths.

GENERAL CARE OF VENEERED
SURFACES
The on-going care of finished veneered
surfaces depends largely on the type and
quality of coating applied. In general, veneer
surfaces should not be left wet/damp or with
wet staining materials on them, such as dark
fruit juice/wine.
They should not be cleaned with harsh cleaners
or chemicals that affect the surface finish.
Sharp edges are potential problem zones for
breaks or cracks in the coating.
POINTERS TO HELP YOU TAKE CARE OF
YOUR VENEERS
Dusting: Use only a soft dry cloth or feather
duster.
Polishing: Use a high-quality furniture polish
and a soft dry cloth. It is recommended the
polish used does not contain any silicone as
this may cause re-coating or refurbishment
problems at a later date. Abrasive polishes
should be avoided.
Extreme temperature changes: The expansion
or contraction of the timber due to extreme
temperature changes may cause damage to
the surface coating. Care should be taken in an
air-conditioned or heated environment to keep
the temperature fluctuations within reasonable
limits. Use heat- resistant placemats under hot
food and beverages to avoid heat damage.
C ARE & MAINTENANCE
Spillages: All spillages should be cleaned with a
damp cloth as soon as possible. Moisture may
Polishing Process
cause damage to the coating. High humidity,
Stage 1 Surface cleaning
steam and excessive water contact with the
Stage 2 Sealer Application
coating may cause the coating to crack.
Stage 3 Smoothing with higher grit
However, if it gets under the coating, it causes
sanding paper*
white marks on the surface of the veneer. Any
Stage 4 Desired polish application
chemical substances and alcohol should be
removed immediately if spilled on a veneered
surface. Types of Polish
• Lacquer
Dirty or Greasy Marks: First wipe it clean with a • Melamine
dry cloth, then use a lightly dampened cloth • Polyurethane (PU)
with a mixture of water and a high-quality • Polycoat
furniture polish. Persistent dirty or greasy
marks may be removed by mild, non-abrasive *Except in the veneers where specified.
proprietary cleaners appropriate to the type of
surface finish. The appropriateness of the
cleaner should be sought from the surface
coating or cleaner manufacturer. The effect of
the cleaner on the surface should be tested on
a hidden or a less conspicuous section on the
finished veneer surface.
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Direct Sunlight: Direct sunlight should be
avoided on all internal veneered surfaces as
fading, bleaching or colour changes of the
surface coating and of the veneer may occur.
Excessive sunshine may dry the veneer surface
more quickly than the veneer substrate thereby
causing small surface checks parallel to the
grain to appear and possibly damage the
surface coating.
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