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STL360: Veneer Glue—Stirred, Not Shaken

Shop Talk Live · 20 Feb 2026 · 1h 10m

What this episode covers

Steve Der-Garabedian, author of 'Veneering Essentials', joins hosts Vic and Ben to demystify veneering, discussing why it eliminates wood movement and extends resources like White Ash. The conversation covers practical techniques, including the use of Vacuum Press pumps, Roar Rocket manual pumps, and specific tools like Freud veneer blades and track saws for clean cuts. Der-Garabedian emphasizes the importance of stirring Type 1 cold press glue rather than shaking it, and explains how to manage veneer tape, masking tape, and substrate choices like MDF and Baltic birch to avoid warping.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Vacuum Press, Cedar Lane Press
Products
Roar Rocket, Veneering Essentials
Also
Freud, Type 1 Cold Press, Unibond One

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