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*Article*	*Description*
About Veneer	Thin is in. Learn more about veneer and its uses in woodworking.
Backer & Balance Veneer	Often overlooked, a backer veneer is critical to a flat panel.
Paperbacked Veneer Guide	Frequently asked questions about paperbacked and 2-ply veneers.
Getting Started with Veneer	A brief article discussing the basics of veneering.
Flattening/Softening Veneer	A simple solution to a common problem.
Cutting Wood Veneer	The first step in seaming two veneers together.
Using Veneer Tape	The second step in seaming two veneers together.
Dealing With Veneer Defects	Got pinholes and cracks in your veneer? Here's how to work with them.
Iron-On Veneering	The latest craze in small veneer projects.
Sharpening a Veneer Saw	The simple task of sharpening a veneer saw for perfect veneer joints.
Ultra-CAT™ Veneer Glue Info	Tidbits of information about powered urea resin glues.
Veneer Glue FAQ	A short compilation of veneer gluing tips.
Vacuum Veneer Press	A comprehensive article on building and using a vacuum veneer press.
Vacuum Clamping	A few quick ideas about vacuum clamping with a vacuum press.
Vacuum Chucking	How to adapt a vacuum press for vacuum chucking lathe projects.
Veneering FAQ	Answers to the most common questions about the vacuum veneer press.
Breather Mesh Basics	Vacuum Press Just Got Easier
Veneer Substrates	What's behind the veneer is just as important. Learn more here.
Veneering Tips	A couple of simple tips to avoid the most common mistakes with veneer.
Veneering Without Vacuum	Sometimes, a vacuum press isn't ideal for veneering. Check it out.
Edgebanding Guide	A Simple Method Yields Superb Results on Plywood Edges
Polyurethane vs. Vinyl Bags	Learn the differences between polyurethane and vinyl for vacuum bagging.
Vacuum Infusing	Build a simple vacuum chamber for stabilizing turning blanks and more.
Vacuum Clamping Matrix	How to build a vacuum clamping matrix for your vacuum press.
Working with Copper Veneer	A brief article about copper veneer and how it is applied.
My Shop	A quick look around my shop.
Performax Sander Tips	A few simple tips to get your Performax sander running nicely.
TransTints Dye Stain Tips	My favorite stain. Tips from Jeff Jewitt.
Roarockit Review	A quick overview of the Roarockit "Thin Air Press" Vacuum Kit.
Jet vs. Tormek	Jet "knocks-off" the Tormek. Here's what I've found.
Tools... My Two Cents	A boring look at the tools I own and what I think of them.
Spitcoating a Perfect Finish	P'Toooey! No...no...no. Spitcoating does not require hocking up a loogie.
Ebonizing Rust Stain	Turn walnut into ebony with this magical potion.
Setting Jointer Knives	A simple approach to setting jointer knives accurately.
Sharpening a Scraper	The easy way to sharpen a scraper from filing to burnishing.

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