Real Wood Panelling Defined: What Are Wood Veneers?
Few materials have better captured the imagination of stylish designers than wood. Eye-catching, durable and versatile it is, in many ways, a wonder material. That said, hardwood can be expensive and bad for the environment, especially in the form of solid planks. Luckily, there is a more accessible, more sustainable solution - wood veneers. Capturing the organic beauty and design potential of solid wood, but sourced far more ethically, real wood veneer panelling will elevate the style of any room without significantly impacting the environment.
What is Real Wood Veneer?
In short, real wood veneer is a thin layer of real wood applied to the surface of a core material. Offering the natural beauty of solid wood with greater sustainability and cost-efficiency, it's the ideal choice for wall panels. When applied to wall panels, wood veneer provides a high-end, naturally elegant finish, allowing for greater design flexibility and ease of installation.
Compared with foils and synthetic alternatives, wood veneer wall panels offer unique character and charm for any room, capturing the natural finish and grain of the wood. This means no repetition or compromise on organic elegance.
To Oil, Or Not To Oil?
While striking and attractive, it's also very important to properly maintain wood veneer fixtures or fittings. The last thing you want, after all, is for your beautiful wood finishes to be marked or stained. This is where oils come into play.
Unlike varnishes, oiling real wood veneers nourishes the wood, lets it breathe, and enhances its natural colour and grain while providing a protective layer against moisture, stains, and everyday wear and tear. Unlike alternative protective measures, oil penetrates the wood surface, helping to maintain its flexibility and preventing it from drying out or cracking over time. The result is a gorgeous finish that lasts for years to come.
Buying Wood Veneer Panelling
At Naturewall, we’re delighted to offer industry-leading, premium quality wood veneer panelling. Made in Yorkshire (UK) using innovative manufacturing techniques our panels are expertly engineered for both quality and longevity. Naturewall panels are made different, our wood veneered slats are bonded - not stapled like standard imports - with high-strength adhesive to a recycled felt backing, ensuring a cleaner cut, easier install, and no risk of loose slats.
Strong, stable, and designed for easy installation and customisation, these wood veneer panels will add individuality and grace to any home interior style - especially in living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms.
Our New Oil Enriched SlatWall Collection
The Enriched Oiled Collection
The Enriched Oiled collection has a more diverse array of ready-to-go colours including Whitewashed Oak, Washed Oak, Light Oak, Golden Oak, Honey Oak, Medium Oak, and Dark Oak. There are also more walnut shades to choose from coming soon - Medium Walnut, Dark Walnut and Black Walnut. Each of these eye-catching styles is oiled using our trusted, eco-conscious partner - Rubio Monocoat's premium oils.
This oiling process enhances the panel's durability, helps resist wear, UV fading, and stains, and enriches the natural wood tone for a finish standard panels can't match. Rubio Monocoat oils contain no VOCs (volatile organic compounds) or harmful chemicals that emit into the air or come into contact with your skin, making them completely safe for homes, families, and pets.
With so many options to choose from, you can find your perfect style with ease!
More authentic than foils or synthetic alternatives, and more sustainable than solid wood, wood veneer wall panels are the perfect choice in almost any situation. Whether you choose a panel from our bestselling Classic SlatWall collection, or one of the dynamic shades from the Enriched Oiled SlatWall collection, you will be able to relax in greater style than ever before.