Tools and equipment
Glue, spatula, finishing hammer, duct tape, thin wood or plastic veneers.

Which materials can be used
-�The veneering can be done with thin layers of hardwood or with very resistent plastic laminates which are designed to imitate many wood finishes. All you have to do is choose the model that is closest to the finish your furniture already has (if you're restoring it, that is) or, if it's a brand-new finish, choose the one you like most.
-�Although the norm is to buy your planks pre-manufactured and ready to be glued to the surface in question, you can also veneer solid wood, plywood or chipwood.

Attaching the veneers
-�According to your measurements, cut the veneer you want to use with a sharp knife. To do this, cut on a hard and stable surface, like a workbench. You may want to put a resistant and non-valuable object beneath it to protect the wooden surface of�your support, especially if you're cutting�over a household table.
-�If necessary, sand down and dust the�veneer and, with the spatula, apply a layer of glue. You should also apply�glue to the down-side veneer.
-�Let the glue dry according to the manufacturer's instructions and carefully�bond the two�veneers together. Be exact, because this type of glue doesn't allow for second chances!
-�Press down firmly using a finishing hammer, taking care not to damage the finish. Go over the surface again and again until there are no remaining air bubbles and the ply finish is perfectly attached.
-�Finally, press down with a wood iron on both sides and with clamps.
-�With a special brush, file or chisel, cut the edges of the plywood so that the finish is complete. Seal if necessary.

Tips on restoring
-�If a section of plywood comes off a board, just cut it carefully with a knife, lift it, and stick both parts together again with glue. Place a heavy object on top until the glue has dried. If you have to replace the piece, cut out a perfect square or rectangle, measure out and cut a piece of plywood, then stick it on and press down firmly.
-�If, after time, an air bubble appears (or if this happens during the application process), prick it with a pin or make a tiny slit with small knife and see if that solves the problem. You can inject a few drops of white carpentry glue and press until dry.
-�If you have to use ready-to-glue plywood on a rounded area where you can't use the iron to soften the glue, try using a hot-air pistol and press down with a tool on the surface.
-�When pressing down on the wood finish, do it extremely carefully, and make sure you use a wood block that won't damage the surface.
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