VQ 1: What is a backing or balance veneer and why do I have to use it?
The normally visible side of a veneered panel is often called the “face” side and it’s an important part of the project look. The back side of a panel is often forgotten despite the fact that it is a critical part of a successful veneer project. The veneer used on this (often) unseen side is called a “backing” or “balance” veneer. These are usually straight-grained hardwood veneers that are inexpensive and easy to work with. A balance veneer does not have to be a lesser grade veneer if the back of the panel will show. In that case, most craftsmen would choose to use a veneer of similar color, grain, and species. But when the back side of the panel will be unseen, a backer grade veneer is the way to complete the panel without spending a fortune. More information is available at this link.
A backer veneer is often called a “balance” veneer because it balances the number of layers on the plywood (counting outward from the center) or other substrate. Since you are adding a veneer layer to the face, you also need to add a veneer layer to the back side of the panel to prevent warping. The normally visible side of a veneered panel is often called the “face” side and it’s an important part of the project look. The back side of a panel is often forgotten despite the fact that it is a critical part of a successful veneer project. The veneer used on this (often) unseen side is called a “backing” or “balance” veneer. These are usually straight-grained hardwood veneers that are inexpensive and easy to work with. A balance veneer does not have to be a lesser grade veneer if the back of the panel will show. In that case, most craftsmen would choose to use a veneer of similar color, grain, and species. But when the back side of the panel will be unseen, a backer grade veneer is the wa
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