Publications
A range of useful publications are available below for download that provide detailed technical information regarding timber veneer.
A MANUAL FOR DECORATIVE WOOD VENEERING TECHNOLOGY
This second edition published in 2014 of ‘A Manual for Decorative Wood Veneering Technology’ incorporates the latest research results, including advice on dealing with potential discolouration of veneers exposed to UV light. Written by Dr. Barbara Ozarska, Leader of the Forest Products Research Group at the University of Melbourne Victoria, it is an authoritative guide to all the factors involved in the successful use of wood veneers. The Project was financially supported by Forest & Wood Products Australia.
TVAA PRODUCT MANUAL
In these environmentally conscious times, concerned consumers are coming to realise wood products offer a breath of fresh air by giving them the peace of mind of knowing that they are using an environmentally friendly building material. Timber veneer is renewable, reusable, recyclable, and completely biodegradable. Take a look through the Timber Veneer Association of Australia's product manual below.
DISCOLOURATION OF VENEERS IN DAMP OR HUMID SERVICE CONDITIONS
Some veneered products are prone to dark brown/grey staining when exposed to hot and humid conditions. This publication contains recommendations to prevent this from happening.
AUSTRALIAN WOOD VENEERED BOARDS FORMALDEHYDE-SAFE
A press release concerning recent tests on wood veneers commissioned by TVAA: Australian Wood Veneered Formaldehyde-Safe.
WHITE FLECKS IN OPEN-GRAINED VENEERS
White flecks sometimes appear in open-grained, reconstructed and dark veneers after coating. The problem has been observed more frequently in reconstructed veneers, but can occur in natural, open-grained veneers as well. It is difficult to fix once a full coating system has been applied. This technical bulletin describes the main causes of white flecks and suggests ways of avoiding them.
MATCHING TIMBER VENEERS
The majority of timber veneer projects utilizing wall, ceiling and joinery panels often require careful matching to fulfil the architect’s/designer’s vision. Read more on this topic by downloading our publication below.