Wood veneers are used to produce plywood and thin laminates to cover less expensive woods.

• A. To produce plywood and thin laminates
• B. To insulate walls
• C. To treat wood with chemicals
• D. To create solid boards

Answer: (A)

Veneers are thin sheets of wood that let you achieve the look of a high-quality wood on a lower-cost base. By gluing together multiple veneers with their grains oriented in different directions, you can make plywood—strong, stable panels that resist warping. Veneers are also used as thin surface coverings called laminates, applied to cheaper woods to give an attractive finish without using solid premium wood. That’s why the primary purpose here is to produce plywood and thin laminates for covering less expensive woods. They aren’t primarily for insulation, chemical treatment, or making solid boards, since veneers are themselves thin layers designed for these bonded or surfaced applications.