ENGINEERED VS. SOLID WOOD FURNITURE

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Shopping for new furniture and want to know the difference between engineered and solid wood? Learn how to spot each type and which is best!

Solid wood furniture is made from wood cut directly from trees. It can be refinished but requires treatment to avoid damage.

Solid wood will be heavier than engineered wood and will have unique grain patterns.

Plywood is created by glueing multiple thin layers of wood together.

Most plywood furniture will have edge banding to disguise the layers.

Veneer wood is a thin layer glued on top of particle board.

If you look at the furniture piece from the side you can detect the separation. Veneer is harder to refinish but not impossible.

Laminate wood is a fiberboard core with a plastic smooth coating.

The most cost-effective option when making furniture. Melamine is a popular type of laminate.

Learn more about solid and engineered wood furniture.