Size Guide

Last Updated: 20 June 2025

Click on the headings below to jump to a specific product type. This page is updated regularly, but be sure to check the product descriptions for the most accurate and up-to-date sizing information.

• Wood Veneers
• Brass Strips or Bars
• Metal Sheets
• Brass Cabinet Fittings
• Mother of Pearl, Abalone & Paua Shells
• Marquetry Layons for Board Games
• Marquetry Panels & Motifs
• Marquetry Shells & Fans
• Fretwork Repair
• Craft Knives

Wood Veneers

Thicknesses vary but are generally available as follows. Occasionally this may differ, so be sure to check the thickness stated in the product description.

Standard (Decorative) Wood Veneer	0.6mm to 0.8mm
Burr Wood Veneer	0.6mm to 0.8mm
Coloured Wood Veneer	0.6mm
Constructional Wood Veneer	1.4mm to 2.5mm
Saw Cut Wood Veneer	1.5mm to 6.0mm
Oyster Wood Veneer	1.5mm

Wood Veneers Sizing FAQs

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Brass Strips or Bars

Our brass strips and bars are available in various shape profiles:

• Flat
• Square
• Half Round
• Round
• L-Shape Angle (Equal Sides)
• L-Shape Angle (Odd Sides)
• Hexagonal
• T-Section

View all shapes here.

Standard length is approximately 1 metre, with L-Shape usually in 50cm lengths. Certain sizes may be available in 3 metres lengths.

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Metal Sheets

All our metal sheets measure 400mm in length and 200mm in width, with varying thicknesses available as listed below.

Brass	Copper	Aluminium
0.2mm	–	–
0.3mm	0.3mm	0.3mm
0.4mm	0.4mm	0.4mm
0.5mm	0.5mm	0.5mm
0.6mm	0.6mm	0.6mm
0.7mm	–	–
0.8mm	0.8mm	0.8mm
0.9mm	–	–
1.0mm	1.0mm	1.0mm
1.2mm	–	–
1.5mm	1.5mm	1.5mm
2.0mm	2.0mm	2.0mm

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Brass Cabinet Fittings

Many of our popular brass cabinet fittings come in a variety of sizes. Our locks are also available in different sizes, with variations in lock styles as well.

Hinges

Brass Piano Hinges

Product Code	Length x Open Width	Thickness	Holes per Side
H01	40mm x 10mm	0.5mm	3
H02	50mm x 10mm	0.5mm	3
H03	70mm x 10mm	0.5mm	3
H04	35mm x 13mm	0.5mm	3
H05	35mm x 13mm	0.5mm	2
H06	60mm x 13mm	0.5mm	3
H07	100mm x 13mm	0.5mm	3
H08	120mm x 13mm	0.5mm	3
H09	140mm x 13mm	0.5mm	4
H10	160mm x 13mm	0.5mm	4
H11	180mm x 13mm	0.5mm	4
H12	200mm x 13mm	0.5mm	5
H13	210mm x 13mm	0.5mm	5
H14	80mm x 13mm	0.5mm	3
H15	140mm x 10mm	0.5mm	4
HP1	500mm x 18mm	0.5mm	10
HP2	300mm x 18mm	0.5mm	7
HP3	450mm x 13mm	0.5mm	9
HP4	300mm x 13mm	0.5mm	6
HP5	240mm x 13mm	0.5mm	5
HP6	250mm x 10mm	0.5mm	5

Hinges

Jewel Case Hinges, Butt Hinges & Quadrant Hinges

Product Code	Length x Open Width	Thickness
NH1	9mm x 10mm	0.5mm
NH2	10mm x 12mm	0.5mm
NH3	15mm x 9mm	0.5mm
NH4	15mm x 12mm	0.5mm
NH5	20mm x 12mm	0.5mm
NH6N	20mm x 15mm	0.6mm
FB10P	See product photo.	1.0mm
FB10N	See product photo.	1.0mm

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Mother of Pearl, Abalone & Paua Shells

When it comes to white mother of pearl, our most common question is: What thicknesses are available? Most of our mother of pearl, abalone, and paua shells range from 1.3mm to 1.5mm in thickness. If you have specific requirements or can’t find what you’re looking for, please contact us.

Below is a quick overview of our most popular Mother of Pearl products.

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Marquetry Layons for Board Games

We create top quality marquetry layons using wood veneers for backgammon boards, chessboards, and draughts boards.

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Marquetry Panels & Motifs

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Marquetry Shells & Fans

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Fretwork Repair

Product Code	Overall Size	Actual Fret Size	Thickness	Wood Types	Sold As
F01	400mm x 50mm	360mm x 36mm	1.5mm	Walnut	Single
F02	420mm x 38mm	365mm x 30mm	1.5mm	Ebony, Sapele or Walnut	Single
F03	510mm x 52mm	470mm x 36mm	2.0mm	Mahogany	Single
F04	400mm x 50mm	330mm x 34mm	1.5mm	Sapele or Walnut	Single
F05	268mm x 77mm	245mm x 55mm	2.0mm	Mahogany	Pair
F06	260mm x 104mm	230mm x 68mm	3.0mm	Walnut	Pair

The Actual Fret Size excludes the rebate.

Craft Knives

Unsure which craft knife to choose? Click here for more information on our handles and blades, including options from the Swann Morton brand.

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