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    How do you store veneer?

    I'm assuming it is best to store veneer flat but I have some very large pieces that would take up a good bit of space. Is storing it loosely rolled not a good idea?
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    veneer hammers

    I'm preparing to make a veneer hammer and have seen several variations of heads: solid cast iron, steel insert, brass inserts, UHMW plastic inserts, solid wood. As my experience with a veneer hammer consists of picking one up at the cabinet shop in Colonial Williamsburg and saying "hmmm...
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    box construction questions

    I'm a new member of SAPFM. I'm also new to veneer, stringing and inlay and want to learn as I love Federal period furniture, I'm also on a very basic level as far as furniture building so forgive my questions. I thought I would start with some simple boxes, something with straight lines so I...
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    new Thomas Day exhibit

    If it's of interest to anyone within driving distance of Raleigh NC, our local paper ran a story today about the new exhibit opening at the NC Museum of History, "Behind the Veneer: Thomas Day, Master Cabinetmaker".  6000 sq ft with 78 pieces of furniture. They are also releasing a 320 pg book...
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    chair identification

    Hi all, I apologize that my first post is a request for help, I've really enjoyed reading the forum and look forward to learning from you all in the future. I have a chair that was passed down in my family. The chair was purchased in the late 40's or early 50's to the best of my knowledge...
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