# DIY: Wood Veneer
is a solution for old cabinet bodies that have gotten dull and grungy but that you don't want to paint.
Things You'll Need
- Vibrating sander
- Tape measure
- Square
- Self-adhesive wood veneer
- Razor knife
- Block of 2-by-4 wood, about 4 inches long
- Dishtowel
Instructions
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Sand each surface to be covered with veneer, using a vibrating sander. Sand it just enough to get the surface dull and clean. Wipe off the dust.
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Measure the dimensions of the first span. Transfer the dimensions to a sheet of wood veneer, using a square and pencil. Add an inch all around.
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Use a razor knife to cut out the piece at the marked lines.
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Peel off the wax paper that's on the back of the piece. Press it to the surface, letting it overhang by an inch all around.
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Wrap a dishtowel around a 2-by-4 wood block and press it over the veneer, starting at one end and working across to the other to squeeze out any air and get it firmly set.
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Cut away the excess veneer from the edges, along the corners with a razor knife.
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Repeat the process for each span.
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