Veneer offers a wider variety and higher quality of species and figures than hardwood, creates stable panels with minimal movement, and allows for tighter tolerances. I always use the highest quality veneer because my labor is the same and the finished product is well worth the investment. For this project, it’s best to pick veneer that has a non-linear grain like a burl so the figure will be a close match on the box’s vertical corners.
The miter fold method starts with a single panel and a few special cuts. When you add veneer into the mix, the grain aligns continuously around the top corners and down the sides to create a stunning effect. Although you can use a single piece of veneer, you
