Wood is not just any material – it lives, tells stories, and carries traces of nature within it. Each type of wood has its own character: grain, color, structure. No two trunks are alike. Every wood veneer lamp is unique - you can even choose the grain by photo if you wish. When you hold the wood in your hand, you see and feel how it reacted to wind, sun, rain, or frost. That's precisely what makes our work so special – because we don't mass-produce wood, but rather create true unique pieces.
Sustainable with intelligence – why we use veneer wood
We work with veneer wood, primarily from Germany and Austria. This is no coincidence, but a conviction. Veneer is the most economical way to use wood, because many, many veneer sheets can be obtained from a single trunk. But: It is also one of the most demanding processing methods.
The fine veneer sheets are only 0.5 millimeters thin – thinner than a fingernail! When bending a lamp shape from it, nothing must tear, splinter, or break. This requires real intuition – and that's exactly what goes into each of our veneer wood lamps.
From log to veneer – sliced veneer vs. rotary veneer
To understand what makes our lamps so special, it's worth taking a look at how veneer is made and the differences between sliced veneer and rotary veneer.
Overview of manufacturing
Before a log goes to the veneer machine, it is prepared: debarked, possibly steamed or boiled to make the wood more pliable. Steaming releases tension in the wood, making it easier to process.
After that, it is processed in machines – either by slicing or by peeling.
Rotary veneer
In rotary veneer (rotary peeling), the log is clamped like a roller and rotates against a knife bar – similar to unwrapping a roll of paper towels.
The knife bar continuously cuts off a veneer strip, which is then cut into narrow sheets (e.g., with clippers).
Typical veneer thicknesses in the rotary peeling process are often between 0.5 mm and 1.5 mm or more.
Rotary veneers are often standard in the industry – especially for panel materials or less decorative applications.
A disadvantage: The grain can be "wild," and the rotation process tends to create irregular structures.
Sliced veneer
In sliced veneer, the log is guided horizontally or vertically against a knife. Sheet by sheet is cut off.
Unlike peeling, the cut here is more precise, and there is less waste due to saw cuts.
The veneer thickness can be made very thin (e.g., 0.3 mm to 1.2 mm) – which makes sliced veneer ideal for applications with high aesthetics.
Sliced veneers show better grain control and more uniform structure.
Disadvantage: With sliced veneer, smaller micro-cracks can occur on the side away from the knife (knife cracks) – these must be compensated by sealing or careful processing.
Craftsmanship and technology in harmony
To ensure that the bent veneer remains stable and still retains its natural beauty, we reinforce each piece with an environmentally friendly cellulose fleece. This fleece supports the fine wood without changing its character. In addition, each edge receives a textile edge so that nothing frays – and because it simply looks nicer.
After laminating, our veneers are sanded down to 0.4 to 0.6 millimeters. This makes them extremely translucent – creating that warm, natural lighting effect that brings the grain to life.
And to ensure that our veneer surfaces look as beautiful after many years as they did on the first day, they receive a special surface sealing. This ensures that the wood remains dimensionally stable, easy to care for, and lightfast – it does not fade and lasts a lifetime.
Each wood veneer lamp is as unique as a fingerprint – in grain, color, and structure. No two lamps are alike. Each is an absolute one-of-a-kind.
Conclusion – true craftsmanship from veneer wood
We are very proud of our lighting collection with wooden floor lamps - Every piece tells its own story – from the forest, from the workshop, and from the heart of our craftsmen.
So next time you switch on the warm light of your lamp, remember: There's real wood, real craftsmanship, and a good portion of love for detail in it.
Learn more about the proper care of real wood veneer so your wooden lamp stays beautiful for decades.
Further articles
This article is part of our comprehensive guide on wood & materials. There you will find all important information bundled.