Dugout canoes were one of the earliest forms of canoes. These simple watercraft, which were used throughout the Americas, West Africa, the Caribbean and other parts of the world, consisted of large felled trees that were hollowed out through repeated burning and scraping. The advent of iron tools simplified and sped the hollowing process and […]

Jacaranda’s real wood veneer wallcoverings grace the walls of some of the most recognizable corporate buildings in the country. Our revolutionary SanFoot, TransTec, FineTec and other veneer products offer strength, beauty and versatility. When used on columns, ceilings, reception counters, walls, millwork and doors, our architectural grade wood veneer offers an unparalleled turnkey design solution […]

When it comes to using natural wood building products, there are numerous species from which you can choose. Each type of wood has its own unique look and characteristics that can help you create the settings you want. Whether you are looking for a common hardwood or you’re craving something more exotic or even rare, […]

RealTec® is a natural wood wallcovering with a beautiful, consistent “fiddle-back” figure. Previously, determining if a veneer would have the eye-catching “fiddle-back” figuring was impossible before cutting into the log. It was only once the log was sliced that we could spot the figure, and even once the figure was uncovered, there were no guarantees […]

Jacaranda offers four main cuts for our wood veneers: flat cut, quarter cut, rift cut, and rotary cut. Flat cut produces the most symmetrical cathedral pattern. Quarter cut generates a much straighter wide grain and less dramatic than Flat Cut, but more pronounced than Rift Cut. Rift Cut produces a straight-line pattern across the face […]

Jacaranda, Inc., offers an extensive selection of wood and wood-based architectural materials in many species, cuts and configurations. For more than three decades, we have been perfecting the art of sustainably harvesting wood to create environmentally friendly wood veneer products that are both beautiful and durable. The result is SanFoot, a versatile, stunning veneer that […]

SanFoot’s many distinctive features have made it the choice of some of the world’s most elite establishments, including performing arts centers, universities, public spaces and healthcare facilities. Architects and designers find Jacaranda, Inc., products to be versatile, simple, beautiful and cost-effective alternatives to conventional wood panels. The application process is designed to be fast and […]

A veneer is a thin outer layer that is bonded to a thicker inner core. Wood veneers are typically made using a hardwood layer, about 1/32” in thickness, which can be bonded to another type of wood or other solid core. This technique allows builders to create beautiful furniture and wallcoverings for a more affordable cost. […]

FineTec from Jacaranda is an unparalleled wood veneer product that can be used for commercial architectural or decorative projects. Thanks to our unique and rare burl designs made using consistently available wood species, you can have the opportunity to own some of the most stunning wood veneers in the world. With Jacaranda, you never have […]

The Basking Ridge Oak has been a part of U.S. history since before the country existed and is the oldest white oak tree in the country. It was likely just a sapling when Gutenberg invented the printing press and the British defeated France in the Battle of Agincourt. It was still a fairly young tree […]