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Useful for you veneer buyers:

Ironing veneer to a substrate

If you’re buying raw veneer this tutorial may be useful: [Woodworking Tips: Finishing - Easy Iron On Veneer Application] I had pretty good success with it. Follow the instructions exactly, don’t use steam, clamp the veneer down before applying glue so it won’t curl too severely. Consider buying a cheap iron for it, there is a nonzero chance you’re going to get glue on it.