Jindai Elm Natural Wood Veneer Sheet (A4 Size)
Japanese Washi Backed Veneer – Iron-On Application
A real wood veneer sheet backed with Japanese washi paper, designed for easy cutting and application.
The flexible washi backing makes the veneer easy to handle, cut with scissors or a craft knife, and apply using a household iron.
Perfect for woodworking, speaker cabinets, furniture edging, marquetry, craft projects, and interior design.
Thickness: approx. 0.25 mm
Wood Species
Species: Jindai Elm
Origin: Hokkaido, Japan
Family: Ulmaceae (Elm family)
Density: approx. 0.55–0.65
Quarter-sawn (straight grain) veneer sheets are available for this species.
What is Jindai Wood?
This veneer is made from Jindai Elm, a rare wood excavated in Hokkaido, Japan.
“Jindai wood” refers to timber that remained buried underground or submerged in water for hundreds to over a thousand years before being discovered.
During this long period, minerals and iron in the soil gradually react with the wood, creating a unique gray-green / bluish-gray tone that cannot be reproduced artificially.
Jindai Elm combines:
• Elegant elm grain patterns
• Naturally aged mineral coloration
• A calm, refined gray tone with subtle green hues
The result is a material with quiet depth and historical character, highly valued in Japanese woodworking and craft.
Because it is natural wood, each sheet has unique grain and color variations.
Features
• Real natural wood veneer
• Backed with traditional Japanese washi paper
• Easy to cut with scissors or a knife
• Can be applied using a household iron
• Flexible and easy to handle
• Ideal for woodworking, crafts, and restoration
Applications
Furniture Edge Banding
Cover exposed plywood or MDF edges when making furniture.
Furniture & Interior Repair
Perfect for repairing damaged veneer surfaces.
Wood Marquetry (Wood Inlay)
The washi backing allows precise cutting for delicate designs.
Speaker Cabinets
Ideal decorative veneer for speaker enclosures.
DIY & Craft Projects
Suitable for a wide range of creative woodworking projects.
Iron-On Application
This veneer sheet can be applied using a household iron.
For best results, we recommend using a heat-activated veneer adhesive.
Basic steps:
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Apply adhesive to both the substrate and veneer.
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Allow the adhesive to dry until it becomes transparent.
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Position the veneer.
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Apply heat with an iron to activate bonding.
Adhesive activates at around 80°C (176°F).
Recommended iron temperature: 100–200°C (212–392°F).
Using a thin cloth between the iron and veneer helps prevent scorching.
Always keep the iron moving to avoid overheating.
If small air bubbles appear, gently puncture them with a needle and reheat to flatten.
Notes
• Light-colored woods may allow the substrate pattern to show through.
• As this is natural wood, grain and color will vary from sheet to sheet.
• Returns cannot be accepted due to natural variation in appearance.
• Grain preference (quarter-sawn / flat-sawn) can be requested when ordering.
Manufacturer
MORI KOUGEI Co., Ltd.
Tokushima, Japan
Founded in 1953, MORI KOUGEI specializes in:
• Natural wood veneer products
• Wood marquetry
• Decorative veneer plywood
• Wooden furniture and craft products
Address:
3-5-34 Suehiro, Tokushima City, Tokushima 770-0866, Japan
Email: info@mori-kougei.com
