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How to Apply End Banding to Veneer Wood Ceilings

While it is similar to edge banding, end banding (or endbanding) is applied to the end grain rather than on the long horizontal edge of a veneer panel or wood ceiling product.

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Field Cutting Deep Member Wood Grille Ceilings

When it comes to fielding cutting deep member grilles that have a larger depth, say 1x4 or 2x6, you are going to have to use different tools at your job site in order to process them.

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The Most Accessible Wood Ceiling

Accessibility and dropped wood ceilings are a classic conflict because you have your mechanical systems, HVAC, lighting, and electrical, and then you cover it all up with highly custom decorative wood products. With ceiling accessibility, you must think about the damage over time, whether you’re the designer or the facilities person taking a panel down. Because …

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The Hemlock Advantage: It Might Land You Your Next Job

Acoustical subcontractors are trying to stay competitive during a time when the cost of building materials is skyrocketing. Hemlock might be the key.

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The Hemlock Advantage: 3 Reasons Hemlock Is Ideal for Wood Ceilings Right Now

The Hemlock Advantage for wood ceilings boils down to three benefits. Western hemlock is versatile, prices are stable, and supply is available.

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Starting with 9Wood: The Submittal Process

Subcontractors often ask, how do we start with 9Wood? Here are the steps of starting with 9Wood once you have been awarded a wood ceiling.

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Repairing Veneer Delamination

Veneer delamination is a separation of the surface layer from the core material caused by a failure of the bonding adhesive between the two layers.

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Repairing Surface Damage

Surface damage often takes the form of scratches, dings, splits, holes, or gouges. This video walks through the basic steps of repair.

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Repairing Chip-Out & Edge Damage

Minor edge damage and chip-out are the most common type of damage we see out in the field. It disrupts the edge of a wood member and will draw the eye to the area.

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Repairing Minor Scratches and Scuffs

Scratches and scuffs on wood ceilings are anything in the finish that disrupts the sheen and draw the eye to the defect. This video walks through the basic steps of repair.