[Frank The Plumber]

While perusing the local wood nut store OWL lumber in DesPlaines Il, I came across a batch of really exceptional Black Walnut crotch veneer. He said crotch, haha, well crotch veneer is from where two large butts will grow away from each other, the effect on the wood grain is a total mayhem in the grain, lights darks, checks black spots. The stuff he had was book endable, you could make opposing matching leaves, and gorgeous. I have veneered several dozen times to proper backer board material, now I want to get a bit of a challenge going for my skill set. I think I am going to attempt to attach the veneer directly to the clean steel using clear coat, roll it in and press out the air, let it dry and then clear coat over the veneer until I get a good build dry and polish to a shine. The part I am experimenting with and expect to possibly fail will be the veneer to steel phase. Any input would be appreciated. Not doing a piece, just perfecting technique to share and experience.