Cherry Veneer Information
Cherry veneer, also called black cherry or American cherry, comes from a family of the Cheries (Prunus Serotina) which is typically grown in the United States and Canada. It is recognized for its rich character and beauty. It is red to reddish-brown in color and has a straight close grain with thin brown flecks and little gum pockets. The veneer from black cherry wood is cut very thin and is generally used in architectural and woodworking jobs to give items a more affordable way to achieve the beauty of cherry without the sometimes budget-busting worries of using solid wood.
Cherry wood veneer is commonly used to create furniture, flooring, wall panels, doors, cabinets, mill work, and many other architectural applications. Cherry veneer sheets are versatile in that they can be sliced and cut in a variety of ways depending on what it is used for and the buyer’s requests. Some of the woods are ready-cut, or they can be customized to fit the buyer’s taste and fashion. The most common cuts are flat, flat premium, quartered and curly figured.
In addition to its striking beauty, cherry is also quite easy to work with. It machines well with hand tools as well as power tools. Cherry veneer also finishes well, which makes it a good choice almost any type of application, from simple projects, to more intricate decorative pieces. Cherry veneer sheets work well in complementing different types of designs and textures.
Cherry wood veneer has been very popular for well over 200 years, and has a solid reputation in many industries including woodworking, carpentry, and construction. It continues to be readily available, and is easy to find color samples online. It still remains an excellent option for casual hobbyists and professional woodworkers alike.