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Darryl Keil
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Harold,I would do what Brian suggested, size it, flatten it, and then store it weighted between plywood. One additional suggestion, flip all the pieces end for end during flattening as well as storing to keep the buckling area of the crotch opposing itself. The flattening process is a bit of work but well worth it on fine veneers, especially mahogany crotch.In case you dont have the flattening formula here it is again.SincerelyDarryl KeilVENEER FLATTENING FORMULAMix Together:2 parts white or yellow glue3 parts water1 part glycerin1 part denatured alcohol1. Mix all components together thoroughly and apply to both sides of the veneer liberally.2. Let soak for a minute or two3. Place veneer between fiberglass window screen (both sides) and add 2-3 layers ofnewspaper on top of the screen. You may continue by adding more newspaper, screen,veneer, etc., stacking as high as you like. Flip each veneer end for end so the wavy partsare not all in the same spot.4. Place this "sandwich" in your veneer press with a caul on top (1/4" minimum.) andapply full pressure.5. Change the newspaper 3 times the first day and leave under pressure overnight.6. On the second day remove the sandwich from the press and take away the screen, it isno longer needed, as the veneer will not stick to the newspaper anymore.7. Change the newspaper 3 times this day but do not put the sandwich in the press, justplace weight on top of the caul to hold the stack down. It is easy to think this second dayis unnecessary since the veneer will feel fairly dry, but it is not dry enough to press. Thisextra day is important for good final results.8. On the third day the veneer is ready to use. If you do not use it immediately the veneerwill stay flat for months provided a board is placed on top of the veneer stack, apply lightpressure. Newspaper between the veneer is unnecessary at this point: 51sq feet isn't all that much really. And if it's nice mahog crotch, you'll find LOTS of uses for it. Store it flat, dark, and dry. Keep it out of the sun. Personally, I would size it and flatten and dry it right away, but Darryl's the expert. I'm sure he'll chime in.: : : Found a source for crotch mahogany on ebay, at a good price if it is : : any good, but had to buy 51 square feet. Probably more than I will : : use in the rest of the century. Any suggestions as to best way to : : store it and aout how long it would last?
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