What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
cladding
Example
The new apartment building has a sleek and modern cladding made of glass panels. [cladding: noun]
Example
They are planning to cladding the old wooden furniture with a layer of laminate. [cladding: verb]
veneer
Example
The antique table had a beautiful veneer of mahogany. [veneer: noun]
Example
He tried to veneer the cheap plywood with a layer of oak to make it look more expensive. [veneer: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Cladding is more commonly used in the context of construction and architecture, while veneer is more commonly used in the context of furniture making and interior design.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between cladding and veneer?
Both cladding and veneer can be used in both formal and informal contexts, depending on the specific situation and audience.
