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Robin McKinney
07-07-2008, 12:11 AM
Hello everyone,

Long time listener, first time caller...hee hee
I'm sure this is a very basic question but...
I am trying engrave on oak (or really any kind of wood) to make a photo matte with a name or saying on it. Does anyone know where I can aquire this type of very thin wood (maybe veneer?)?

Thanks,
Robin

George M. Perzel
07-07-2008, 6:32 AM
Hi Robin;
What size ?-thickness? How many? Finished or plain? Width of matte border?Red oak or white Oak?
Best regards;
George
LaserArts

Robin McKinney
07-07-2008, 1:48 PM
It would be nice if the wood was finished, but it doesn't have to be. The mattes I have seen seem to be 1/8 or less and very light, like they might be veneer on somekind of coreboard or something (I'm really not sure). I would like to make mattes for a 12 x 12 frame or 11 x 14 those would probably be the biggest and then down to a 4 x 6 frame. Right now I would like a few pieces to practice on and have some samples in our store.

Thanks,

Robin

Scott Shepherd
07-07-2008, 2:13 PM
Check out http://www.veneersupplies.com/

You can get about anything you want and then some.

Robin McKinney
07-08-2008, 3:22 AM
Thanks for the info!

Robin

George M. Perzel
07-08-2008, 7:00 AM
Hi Robin;
I recommend you use the processed flexible veneer as it has a paper backing which keeps it stable. Regular veneer is too thin and will curl, warp, etc.-
Try this link. http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?page=2216&cookietest=1
Best regards
George
Laserarts

Robin McKinney
07-08-2008, 9:46 AM
I just looked up the information and there is a store close by. I think I will check it out today!

Thank you