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Panel Construction,Veneer Cuts,Matching  ,General Grades,,Handling & Storage  ,Glossary

Panel Construction Veneer Cuts/Matching  |  General Grades  |  Panel Construction  |  Handling & Storage  |  Glossary  |  In the world of Hardwood Plywood, there are many core options. Austin Hardwoods stocks 4 unique substrates for specific needs and uses. All sheet good cores are available from Austin Hardwoods are Ultra Low-Emitting Formaldehyde (ULEF). PARTICLE BOARD CORE Multi-layered substrate, produced using a blend of western …

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Wood veneers Glossary

Back Generally a lower grade veneer than that of the opposing side of the same panel when a higher grade face is specified. Barber poleA phenomenon in a book matched face wherein adjacent components appear alternately dark and light due to the presence of lathe checks on the loose side of the veneer refracting light and absorbing slightly more finishing …

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Plywood Handling, Installation, Finishing

Between the time panels are manufactured and put into their final application, there are many opportunities for hardwood plywood panels to be damaged. The following handling and storage tips should be observed at every step along the route to ensure the panels reach their final destination unscathed. Handling Minimize Movement The best way to minimize handling damage is by handling …

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