Pictures of on-site application of wood veneer adhesive

High bonding strength, Easy to operate, strong process adaptability

Adaptable to bonding of solid wood veneers of different thicknesses and types, can be repaired and bonded for the second time

Environmentally friendly, water-resistant, no penetration clear veneer glue

The product is delicate, impermeable, has a fast curing speed

Typical applications of wood veneer glue

Furniture Manufacturing

Cabinet doors,  wardrobes, office furniture, hotel furniture, handicrafts, etc.

Wood Panel Industry

MDF lamination,  particle board lamination, decorative plywood, etc.

Interior Decoration

Wall panels, wooden doors, acoustic panels, etc.

How to apply wood veneer adhesive

1.  Prepare the board and veneer, which should be flat and clean.
2.  Moisten the veneer appropriately.
3.  Apply glue to the board and veneer (if it is single-sided glue, apply it on the veneer), and increase the amount of glue applied to the corners.
4.  Wait for the glue to reach a semi-dry state, and then glue the two together.
5.  Use a heating device( Electric iron, heating cloth, etc. ) to pressurize and heat it.
6.  Wait 24 hours to enter the next production process.

wood veneer adhesive application notes

1. The moisture content of the board should be controlled at 8-12%, the surface of the board should be clean and smooth, the primer on the cut surface of the board should be well polished, and the veneer should be well stitched without overlap.
2. When opening a new barrel, stir the adhesive to make it uniform to avoid the influence of water vapor. Seal immediately after removing the glue to prevent film formation on the adhesive surface. The glue should be sealed in time during use to prevent water loss, skinning, dry film, and particles.
3. Glue amount: Apply glue on one side, 100-150 g/m2 (select the amount of glue according to the thickness of the wood veneer, as long as it does not penetrate too much). If the amount of glue applied is too high, the drying speed will be slow and the glue will easily penetrate. Low will cause blistering due to lack of glue.
4. Maintain the humidity and flexibility of the veneer surface (thick veneer can be properly moistened with water mist before hot pressing to make it easy to fit).
5. After applying glue (manual lamination), cover the veneer within a reasonable opening and closing time, and gently rub the veneer to remove air bubbles to prevent film formation on the glue surface. After the glue forms a film (it sticks to your fingers when pressed but there is no glue on your hands), you can press and polish it for the first time.
6. When the machine is pressurized, the pressure is balanced to ensure that the plate is evenly stressed at all parts, and there can be no biased or pressure-free parts. Hot pressing temperature: 80-90℃ in summer; 90-110℃ in winter. As the temperature decreases, the hot pressing temperature needs to be increased. Hot pressing time: 2-4 minutes in summer; 3-5 minutes in winter. When the temperature decreases, the pressing time needs to be extended.
7. After polishing, the boards should be stacked flat and aged under pressure for a period of time (more than 24 hours in winter; more than 18 hours in summer). After the moisture is balanced, the next processing step should be carried out to prevent the board from deforming.

Wood veneer adhesives FAQs

Q1. Why does the surface of the veneer bubble up after it is attached to the board?

A1. a. The board has not been polished and the surface is uneven. b. The veneer to be bonded is too thick and has not been moistened before use. c. The temperature is too low when ironing. d. The solid content of the glue is too low and the bonding strength is insufficient.

Q2. Why does the veneer fall off after the finished product is sprayed with paint?

A2. a. The selected veneer glue is not solvent-resistant. b. The solid content of the glue is too low and the bonding strength is insufficient.

Q3. Why does the veneer crack after being glued together?

A3. a.The heating time is too long and the temperature is too high. b. The moisture content of the wetted veneer is uneven. c. The shape of the board is too complicated. d. The thickness of the veneer is too thin.

Q4. Why does the pasted veneer appear to “turn black”?

A4. a. The heating time is too long and the temperature is too high. b. The veneer is too thin and the glue penetrates the surface. After heating, carbonization occurs. c. The veneer contacts iron. d. There is debris at the bottom of the iron.

Q5. What are the types of wood veneer glue?

A5. According to the curing method, it is divided into cold press/hot press wood veneer glue; according to the veneer type, it is divided into solid wood/technical wood veneer glue; according to the veneer thickness, it is divided into thick/medium/thin wood veneer glue; according to the laminated board, it is divided into Plywood/MDF Lamination/Decorative Panels/Panel Boards/Particle Board wood veneer glue; according to the performance, it is divided into High Strength/Durable/Clear Drying/Waterproof/No penetration/Heat Resistant/Eco-Friendly wood veneer glue.

Q6. Can veneer glue be used on MDF?

A6. PVA wood veneer adhesive is the ideal choice for bonding wood veneer to MDF, offering high bond strength and eco-friendliness. It is suitable for both cold-pressing and hot-pressing applications.

Q7. What is the difference between hot press and cold press veneer glue?

A7. The curing time for cold pressing is 3–4 hours, while for hot pressing it is 2–4 minutes; the final strength is the same, but production efficiency differs.

Q8. How much veneer glue should be applied?

A8. The application rate for wood veneer adhesive is 100–150 g/m². A single coat is sufficient for thin veneers, whereas both sides may be coated for thick veneers.

Q9. Is veneer glue waterproof?

A9. Yes, the wood veneer adhesive can achieve a D3 waterproof rating.

Q10. How long does veneer glue take to dry?

A10. The drying time for the veneer adhesive is 3–4 hours for cold pressing and 2–4 minutes for hot pressing.

Q11. Can veneer glue be used for curved surfaces?

A11.Yes, but you need a wood veneer adhesive with better initial tack.

Where to buy wood veneer glue in China

Zhongshan Blue Rhino New Materials Co., Ltd. is a top wood veneer adhesive supplier, exporter, factory, and manufacturer in China. With rich experience in the production and application of wood veneer adhesives, we have long been providing wood veneer adhesives to furniture factories and adhesive traders in Europe, America, Asia, and Europe. If you need to buy or customize wood veneer adhesives, you can contact Blue Rhino Adhesives.

Why choose our wood veneer adhesives

1. With 20 years of experience in adhesive research and development, well-known Wood Veneer Glue Supplier in China, our technical engineers have a thorough understanding of bonding substrates and gluing processes, greatly improving your production efficiency.

2. In order to ensure the stable quality of the adhesive, all raw materials used come from international chemical giants, such as: LG Chem, Celanese, Dow Chemical, BASF, Sinopec

3. 18 fully automatic intelligent glue production lines, well-known Wood Veneer Glue Manufacturer in China, with an annual output of more than 50,000 tons, and sufficient inventory to ensure that goods reach customers on time.

4. Our wood veneer adhesives have SGS, VOC, ROHS, ISO9001 and other test reports to ensure that the glue is safe and environmentally friendly.

5. We possess extensive experience in international logistics and transportation, with expertise in sea, land, and air freight. Our veneer adhesives have been exported to Pakistan, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, South Africa, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Indonesia, and Vietnam.

Wood veneer adhesive order process