Veneering (Junior Cert Wood Technology): Flashcards
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What is veneering?
What is veneering?
Covering a surface w/ thin wood layers for decorative designs
What is marquetry?
What is marquetry?
Art form using veneers to make images/designs on furniture
What is parquetry?
What is parquetry?
Decorative method for floors w/ geometric veneer pieces
How is carbon paper used in veneer design?
How is carbon paper used in veneer design?
Transfers designs to veneers before cutting
How are templates used in veneering?
How are templates used in veneering?
Laid over veneer to trace and copy designs
What are book-matching & slip-matching?
What are book-matching & slip-matching?
Aligning veneer grains to create patterns w/ symmetry
What are borders in veneered design?
What are borders in veneered design?
Veneer strips/inlays forming a framed look on furniture
How does veneering benefit furniture?
How does veneering benefit furniture?
Complex patterns beautify tables/cabinets w/ contrast & texture
How is veneer used in interior panelling?
How is veneer used in interior panelling?
Creates accent walls/ceilings w/ detailed designs for unique style
Key factors for veneer adhesion
Key factors for veneer adhesion
Right glue & proper pressure keep veneer intact
What do glossy finishes achieve?
What do glossy finishes achieve?
Increase visual interest by adding depth & shine
Grain direction challenge
Grain direction challenge
Wrong alignment causes imbalance or weakens adhesion
What timbers are used in marquetry?
What timbers are used in marquetry?
Veneers from different timbers for artistic images
What patterns does parquetry focus on?
What patterns does parquetry focus on?
Geometric patterns for floors, like chessboards
Purpose of edge treatments
Purpose of edge treatments
Ensure smoothness & proper adhesion