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Offline typical2

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How do you cut veneers to size?
« on: January 27, 2014, 07:52:00 AM »
I have this nice quilted maple veneer.
 


What is the best way to cut it into 1.5" strips?  I have used a sharp blade and the edge of my glass in the past.

Can I run them through my band saw?

Eric
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #1 on: January 27, 2014, 08:57:00 AM »
NO bandsaw!
I have scored them(much like you would plexi-glass) I use the Razor blade at a steep angle to score rather than cut. Run it light at first then a little harder. About 6-8-10 passes and it will be free. Somebody spoke of a Veneer saw. That is prolly the way to go.

  http://www.veneersupplies.com/products/Two-Cherries-Veneer-Saw.html
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #2 on: January 27, 2014, 09:15:00 AM »
A veneer saw is the way to go! It can be done with a sharp blade in a utility knife but veneers easily check and split- nice veneers btw
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #3 on: January 27, 2014, 09:20:00 AM »
That's what I thought(about no band saw).  I'll look into the veneer saw but with the limited amount I do I'll probably just go with a sharp razorblade.

Thanks guys!

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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #4 on: January 27, 2014, 09:36:00 AM »
Here are a couple more veneers I got a couple of weeks ago.

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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #5 on: January 27, 2014, 09:40:00 AM »
And curly olive ash

 
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #6 on: January 27, 2014, 10:06:00 AM »
I am gonna get one of those veneer saws!! I have been using a new utility knife blade cleaned with denatured alcohol to cut them like Two Tracks and Trux said.. I have a 2"x8"x8' board that I cut veneer on.. a 60" metal straight edge clamped onto veneer on board using bow tuff glass scrap to set width. Sometimes I do have problems with edge splits if I get in a hurry or wood has weak spot.. remember to clean oil or wax off of any blade you use
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #7 on: January 27, 2014, 12:01:00 PM »
How thick is the veneer and where did you get it?
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #8 on: January 27, 2014, 12:36:00 PM »
I haven't tried this but I think a rotary cutter like my wife uses on fabrics would work well. Since the blade rolls it should not put any stress on the wood.

The rotary cutters are really sharp.
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #9 on: January 27, 2014, 01:05:00 PM »
Veneers came from  www.veneersupplies.com

I think they are .025"-.030" in thickness.
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #10 on: January 27, 2014, 01:26:00 PM »
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Originally posted by typical2:
Veneers came from  www.veneersupplies.com

I think they are .025"-.030" in thickness.
They have some nice veneers- I've gotten quite a few from them for bows and table tops- having cut them using a blade and a veneer saw I've got to say....get the veneer saw
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #11 on: January 27, 2014, 01:40:00 PM »
I clamp a straightedge and run a razor blade down it.  I usually just do it in one pass, haven't had any problems.  Will probably start doing it in 3-4 passes after reading this thread though haha.  I've used some very delicate stuff too, I'd imagine that maple is pretty strong (for a veneer of course haha).
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #12 on: January 27, 2014, 01:48:00 PM »
I think I'll order the saw.

Now...what other veneers do I need?  Doesn't make any sense to just order a saw now does it.

Hmmmmmmm.     :D
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #13 on: January 27, 2014, 02:15:00 PM »
Redwood burl, elm, sapele, tamoxifen ash..... Lots to chose from
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #14 on: January 27, 2014, 05:16:00 PM »
Ordered a saw and extra blade from Joe this morning. He sharpened both blades, boxed them up.. and they are on the way now..the razor sharp utility blade works but I was getting some grain splits on some crazy grain woods. I am hoping for less waste with the saw.
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #15 on: January 27, 2014, 07:24:00 PM »
Be sure to let us know how it works for you.  I might go ahead and order one myself.
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #16 on: January 28, 2014, 07:29:00 PM »
don't forget to allow for the kerf when using the saw!
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #17 on: January 28, 2014, 08:18:00 PM »
Good metal straight edge clamped down and a new razor blade does a good job.
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #18 on: January 29, 2014, 12:13:00 PM »
Like Macbow says, the rotary fabric cutters that quilters work really good. Clamp your straight edge where you want to cut and role away. Get your own!!! Don't borrow the wifes. Don't ask me how I know.   :laughing:
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Re: How do you cut veneers to size?
« Reply #19 on: January 29, 2014, 05:02:00 PM »
I use scissors and they work pretty perfectly!
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