I’m excited. I just re-read Issue 108 FFW about ironing venneer and using dried yellow glue on both mating surfaces. I’m going to iron mottled mahogany veneer to 2 -3/4″ cherry and later install as flat 45 degree crown molding for my kitchen re-hab. The crown field (flat) is mottled with cockbeading above and below. Both cockbeads are 1/2 thick. The “Great Plan” is……. all the completed and finshed drawer fronts have 1/8″ cock beading with the drawer front in mottled mahogany. AND the crown is now “supposed” to reflect,interface,dovetail,co-incide, or just plain kinda look similar to the drawer fronts only with wider cockbeading.
I’m getting the mottled veneer from B and B Rare Wodds. I did alot of internet reseash before I found this site. Certainly Woods recommended them. Both are wonderful.
Now I what you to tell me all about the unforseen problems I’m gonna have with iron-on glue. Please give me your tips. This is the first time I’ve tried it method and all I have to go on is reading Issue #108. I’m sure the article was comprehsive, BUT, I’d like to read your experiences with this method of veneer gluing application.
Yo,
Don
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I used this method on a silver chest with mahogany, what I remember is to use enough glue, at least two coats on each surface. You need to have a glossy appearance on each surface once the glue is dried.
Robert
At only 2 3/4" wide, why don't you simply glue it on using a caul of particle board or plywood and plenty of clamps? You then only have to spread the glue once and there is no chance of the veneer coming off.
I used this method alot about 10 yrs ago. First, dont let the glue set more than 72hrs, dry. You'll have probs with it. Be ready to fix a few shrink cracks. The splits and cracks were ok, as it kinda looked good on the reproduction furniture I was making at the time. have a veneer hammer ready too. Good luck.
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