To many woodworkers, the subject of veneering brings one of three emotions. One is the thought that it is an inferior form of woodworking. This is a misconception. The second would be that it’s too complicated to learn, and therefore beyond their current capabilities. This also is not true. The third is that furniture made from veneers is of poor quality. This couldn’t be further from the truth.
Some of the finest furniture in the world would not have been possible without the use of veneers. The opportunities to create many patterns and matches just wouldn’t be possible using solid lumber. If someone tried, the result would self destruct.