Hmmmm...interesting question. Not sure as I almost always use raw veneer. However, thinking about it not sure why you would need to soften paperback stuff. It should be fairly easy to work. Try it and let me know how it goes. Thanks Steve
Hi Sean. Thanks for watching. Commercial softener is good for around 48hrs after the process. If you don't get to it by then you can always soften again. Nothing bad can happen from doing it again. Thanks Steve
@@theblackwalnutstudio how much pressure is required like a minimum? as i am trying to get into marquetry would there be any further processes that need to be done in preparation?
Hi Trevor. Yes , it will "stick" to the veneer after softening however, you will need to let the veneer dry a bit no matter what glue you are using. I typically apply the softener then place it in between sheets of clear newsprint for about 24 hours changing the newsprint as needed. Hope that helps.
Hi Martin. Thanks for watching. I don’t actually apply softener twice. I ended up changing the newsprint twice, and sometimes even 3 or 4 times, so that the veneer dries. I don’t want to press wet veneer. Using commercial softener this will stay soft and pliable for about 2 days after drying.
@@theblackwalnutstudio do I have to straighten the entire piece or can I rough cut the pieces I want to use and do I always have it soften and flatten? Do I need the roller they sell or can I just glue without that? I’m starting from scratch with few tools.
Can the softener be applied from the back if it is a paper backed veneer?
Hmmmm...interesting question. Not sure as I almost always use raw veneer. However, thinking about it not sure why you would need to soften paperback stuff. It should be fairly easy to work. Try it and let me know how it goes.
Thanks
Steve
Simple, straight to the point. Thank you👍🏿
Thanks very much. I appreciate that!
how long with the softener does it last for? like how long can i work with it before it would dry out and require the process again?
Hi Sean. Thanks for watching. Commercial softener is good for around 48hrs after the process. If you don't get to it by then you can always soften again. Nothing bad can happen from doing it again.
Thanks
Steve
@@theblackwalnutstudio how much pressure is required like a minimum? as i am trying to get into marquetry would there be any further processes that need to be done in preparation?
That's 4 min I can never get back.
Thanks for watching and taking another minute to sharing your comments.
Is the veneer still able to be stained after this procedure? Thank you for making and posting this vid.
Yes, not an issue at all.
So... all you really need is a bottle of “not maple syrup.” They laughed me out of the store when I asked for that. 😁
Lol…me too! …but now I’m thinking if maple syrup. 😁
will epoxy adhere to the veneer after its been treated with that softener?
Hi Trevor. Yes , it will "stick" to the veneer after softening however, you will need to let the veneer dry a bit no matter what glue you are using. I typically apply the softener then place it in between sheets of clear newsprint for about 24 hours changing the newsprint as needed. Hope that helps.
Why did you flatten it twice? I'm trying to learn to use veneers so any help will be appreciated.
Hi Martin. Thanks for watching. I don’t actually apply softener twice. I ended up changing the newsprint twice, and sometimes even 3 or 4 times, so that the veneer dries. I don’t want to press wet veneer. Using commercial softener this will stay soft and pliable for about 2 days after drying.
If I can help some more please let me know.
@@theblackwalnutstudio oh ok. So just to make sure it dries fully, thanks.
@@koalafan1576 Yes. That’s right! You’re welcome
@@theblackwalnutstudio do I have to straighten the entire piece or can I rough cut the pieces I want to use and do I always have it soften and flatten? Do I need the roller they sell or can I just glue without that? I’m starting from scratch with few tools.
You talk too much...lol.
Don’t get me started 😃! Thanks Vincent.