Veneer vs. Laminate Office Furniture
When selecting furniture for your office, you want everything to look great and make the best impression with your associates, clients and business partners. With so much out there to choose from, how do you decide what is right for your needs and your budget?
It just so happens that veneer and laminate office furniture are both affordable and can give you the sophisticated style you are looking without breaking the bank. In this article I will go over the main features of each type of finish to better help you decide what is best for you and your office.
Veneer Office Furniture:
Veneer office furniture offers a look that projects the image of elegance and success. Veneer is thin, decorative slices of wood affixed to a durable substrate material that resists warping and moisture much better than solid hardwoods. Veneer surfaces are stained in a multi-step process that produces a warm, rich finish. It's popular in the executive offices of financial, insurance, legal and heathcare organizations.
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"Executive" look and feel
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An attractive alternative to solid wood...looks like solid wood, but is more affordable
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More expensive than laminate with higher-quality production
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Durable, but more delicate than laminate and can scratch
Laminate Office Furniture:
Laminate office furniture is known for its durability, reliability and high value-to-price relationship. Laminate is made of printed sheets, often a wood-grain design, adhered to a durable core material. The surfaces resist scratches and stains, making them ideal for high-traffic areas. Laminate furniture is often favored by the managers, supervisors and support staff of small-to-medium sized businesses.
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Value, price-point alternative to veneer
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Virtually maintenance-free
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Extremely durable
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Provides a rich look with less expensive materials
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More styles and colors to choose from