DuraBack™ Veneer

DuraBack™ is a unique product designed and engineered as an alternative to traditional laminate backed veneer. This hardwood veneer product is very popular in some markets where solvent-based adhesive restrictions require woodworkers to use water-based glues.

While providing extreme durability, the downside of using laminate backed veneer is that this brittle product has a tendency to break or split easily. The DuraBack™ sheet’s beige backer blends nicely in most applications to maintain the natural beauty of the wood veneer.

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Why Choose DuraBack™ Veneer

Key Features

Features and Benefits

Offers the stability of laminate, while providing superior flexibility
Applies like laminate without unsightly black edges
Water-resistant backing offers problem free use of water-based adhesives while providing a moisture barrier
Eliminates bubbling, blistering and telegraphing
Accepts almost any glue
Pre-sanded
Accepts pre-finishing prior to laminating
Highly damage resistant, resists tears
Easily post-formable around curves
Dimensionally stable, resists shrinkage
Ships easily by UPS

Technical Specifications

Information provided is based on 4’ x 8’ sheet

Thickness: .038-.048 plus or minus .005
Size Availability: 2′ x 8′, 4′ x 8′, 4′ x 10′, 8′ x 4′, 10′ x 4′
Machine Surface Sand: 150 grit
Packaging Standard: 1-5 pcs / 8-10 pcs
Typical Box Size:11-3/8″ x 11-3/8″ x 50″ / 13-5/8″ x 13-5/8″ x 50″
Weight/4X8 Sheet: 6.9 lbs
(Bending Radius) Flexibility: 4-6″
Standard Size: 4’ x 8’
Maximum Size: 5’ x 12’
Recommended Glue: Water-based contact (flexible glue line), Solvent-based contact (flexible glue line), Urea formaldehyde

Storage

Best to store in a climate controlled environment (Heated in winter/Air-conditioned in summer)
Relative humidity of 35% is best
Avoid exposure to sunlight

Color and Grain Appearance

Variation can be expected from sheet to sheet and lot to lot
Sequence matching available upon request

General Application Information

Inspect material for satisfaction of quality and grade prior to lamination
All veneer should be acclimated prior to application
Ideal temperature for application is 70-80° F
Ideal humidity is 35%
Surface must be clean, dry and smooth (free of dust, grease, wax) to ensure a good bond
Use of solvent-based adhesives is recommended. Water-based adhesives are acceptable
Veneer scrapers are recommended for hand application to allow for maximum pressure. “J” rollers are not recommended
Adhesive should be allowed to cure for 48 hours prior to finishing

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