Veneer for solidbody laminating

[Satnam Singh]

I’m thinking to laminate a solid body guitar with the middle layer chambered to save wait (2 layers at ¾ inch, and a droptop at ¼ inch). Since each layer is a darker color, I’d like to add a maple veneer between the layers for that pinstripe look. I was looking at these wide and/or flexible and/or paper-backed veneers that would allow me to avoid having to join the veneer to achieve the 13” width I need.

Does anyone know whether there is something in the paper-backing or other part of the manufacturing process that renders these types of veneer unsuitable for this purpose? Would the glue (Tightbond) bond well?

I’m not planning to veneer any faces.

Thanks,
Satnam Singh

[Eric Baack]

I wouldn't use paper backed on an instrument, and there are glues specifically used for veneer application (they don't tend to bleed through.

Though if the veneer is sandwiched between other layers then titebond is probably fine for you.