Coop Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 A neighbor that worked with antiques recently passed away and his wife gave me these pieces. She said he bought these years ago and never used them. They have been stored in a non tempered shed. If I were to guess, I’d say walnut. I’ve never done veneering before but I hate to see these go to waste so may try it. Given the history, should anything be done to these before I unroll them like hydrate them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 I have never worked with veneer but have been reading in it recently. Guys store them unrolled, might take some time before they flatten out. Not sure about what moisture they recommend 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 The MC should be relative to your area. I'd certainly let them acclimate to your shop for a few days but, I don't think you'll see much change in the MC. Unrolling could make them a little more manageable when you're ready to use them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chet Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 I have heard this guy on a few podcasts https://ramonvaldezfinefurniture.com He always gives out his contact information for peoples question and he seems like he really wants to help. He does a lot of work with veneers including some beautiful marquetry. He has a contact form on his website above 1 Quote "Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for." - Epicurus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodenskye (Bryan) Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 I would leave them rolled up, that is how I store my veneer. If you can’t you should sandwich between plywood. You shouldn’t have to rehydrate them before use, not a good idea anyways, unless they are very brittle, you can check this at the edges. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted January 19, 2021 Author Share Posted January 19, 2021 Thanks guys. Never thought about the MC, same as with lumber. I will leave them as is until a project comes along. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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