Using and Applying Veneer (Junior Cert Wood Technology): Flashcards
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Veneer
Veneer
Thin wood layer for looks or strength
Contact adhesive - best for?
Contact adhesive - best for?
Materials that don't absorb liquids
P.V.A. adhesive key property
P.V.A. adhesive key property
Water-based, flexible
Grounding in veneering
Grounding in veneering
Levelling & cleaning surface before veneer
Substrate examples
Substrate examples
MDF or chipboard
Contact adhesive advantage
Contact adhesive advantage
Bonds instantly
Contact adhesive drawback
Contact adhesive drawback
Hard to adjust once bonded
P.V.A. adhesive advantage
P.V.A. adhesive advantage
More adjusting time; dries clear
P.V.A. adhesive drawback
P.V.A. adhesive drawback
Requires longer curing time
Hot press method uses
Hot press method uses
Heat for strong bond
Cold press method best for
Cold press method best for
Delicate veneers
Edge banding purpose
Edge banding purpose
Covers raw veneer edges
Why do grounding?
Why do grounding?
Smooth, dust-free surface for best bond
Chipboard/MDF pros
Chipboard/MDF pros
Affordable, stable surface for veneer
Chipboard/MDF cons
Chipboard/MDF cons
Can swell with moisture