Comments on: Hammer Veneering: How To Apply Decorative Veneers Using Only Hand Tools

By: Ken Bures

Ken Bures — Fri, 21 May 2010 13:24:40 +0000

When Patrick Edwards shows how to put an inlayed decorative strip into his veneer, he cuts a “slot” with a veneer saw, and then drops a strip of precut veneer into it. But he did not measure the width of the slot or the width of the strip. So how does he insure that there won’t be a gap?

Keith’s Note: Ken, you win the award today for most inquisitive viewer! Most normal folks would indeed need to measure the width and cut a piece to fit. In Patrick’s case, he is so skilled that he could eyeball the cut to make use of a strip he had already cut. There are various ways of fitting inlays, which we didn’t have time to cover in this video. But stay tuned. We’ll get back to this topic in the future.

By: Zi

Zi — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 17:23:04 +0000

I’ve never come across any web site with such great demos. Hands down, one of the best woodworking resources.

By: Richard Treadwell

Richard Treadwell — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 22:42:07 +0000

I enjoyed the presentation. I used to work with hide glue as a boy working in a boat yard. This video brought back a lot of memories. Thanks for your hard work

By: Tom

Tom — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 17:07:58 +0000

Superb in both content and production! The last time I put veneer on the top of an old cabinet, I went headlong into the project and used contact cement. Through no fault of my own, it turned out well, and it still looks good after 30 plus years. But I like the old method better. Now I know how a veneer hammer is used. Thanks Keith for another great tutorial video.

By: Rob Porcaro

Rob Porcaro — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 03:12:29 +0000

Hi Keith,

This is yet another wonderfully informative, skillfully produced video. I’m looking forward to more.
I still think your videos should be on TV.

Rob

By: Ross

Ross — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 02:15:12 +0000

Keith

Glad to see you back after your trek to the west. As always a great video – I have always had an interest in veneering and have been dabbleling – this was very well produced and informative. An add on would be the Woodwright PBS show on veneering – a little different presentation but very complementary. I think your production quality and presentation skills rival the Woodwright – a big complement in my opinion, keep up the great work. Also kudos to Patrick Edwards.

By: Doug

Doug — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 19:45:49 +0000

Thanks for the new video, well it’s new to me. Anyway, that was enlightening. I had wondered how veneering was done. I have an older dresser that has a couple places that need to be fixed. I may not be able to do it (yet) but now I have a starting point for practicing.

Doug-Evansville, IN

By: matt hogan

matt hogan — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:18:10 +0000

Very nicely presented information.Thanks Keith and well done to Mr. Edwards.

By: Michael

Michael — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:24:21 +0000

Keith, you have beyond the shadow of a doubt THE best woodworking video’s on the web! Keep it up!

By: Vladimir

Vladimir — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:17:56 +0000

Looking forward to the video about a traditional european workbench. Great site and videos. Thank you!