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Len

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Backing question
« on: August 15, 2008, 07:54:44 pm »
Hi guys, was wondering if anyone had tried using that thin timber veneer that cabinet makers use for a backing? Would it work? Also , what about a thin layer of plywood ? Would appreciate any advice with this :)

Offline Dano

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Re: Backing question
« Reply #1 on: August 15, 2008, 08:32:27 pm »
The veneer would look good but unless the veneer was a single growth ring no matter the species, it wouldn't do much good. I won't even comment on the plywood idea ::)
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Offline Pat B

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Re: Backing question
« Reply #2 on: August 16, 2008, 12:07:10 am »
In one of my bow building books(I can't remember which) they talked about using hickory or maple veneer tape as backings. I think they used 2 layers.    Pat
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