What is combination veneering and how does it differ from crossbanded veneering?
Combination veneering is a contemporary way of creating a dramatic appearance using two contrasting veneers. Whereas with crossbanded veneers there is a fine inlaid band to separate the two veneers, with combination veneering, there is no separation between the different veneers – this creates a more striking decorative effect. Also, whereas a crossbanded veneer appears as a border to a table top or furniture panel, with combination veneering the contrasting veneer appears as a rectangular band within the panel. See examples on the Veneers page.