Modern Desk: How to Veneer the Writing Surface

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Tim Rousseau’s modern desk might look simple, but a lot goes into making such an elegant piece. While Tim tackles this project with a pro’s perspective using tools found in professional shops, he also draws parallels to tools found in most hobbyist woodshops.

In Episode 2 of his video workshop on making this desk, you’ll learn Tim’s secrets to creating a durable writing surface with veneer.

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Video shot and edited by Jeff Roos and Ben Strano
Produced by Ben Strano

 

Certainly Wood is a veneer supplier with 1/16th-in. veneer available. Click here for a search showing their stock of 1/16th-in. maple veneer.

For more information on using a torsion box for pressing veneer, check out Ian Kirby’s article in FWW #47–July/Aug 1984.