Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Wood Veneering Solutions
Established in 1976, SMS Veneering is a family-run business with a rich heritage in crafting high-quality real wood veneering solutions. Our expertise spans over four decades, during which we have built a reputation as market leaders in bespoke veneering for diverse applications. We serve a wide range of clients, including shop fitters, kitchen manufacturers, and construction companies, offering tailored services that meet exact specifications. Our skilled team hand-selects veneers to ensure exceptional standards, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques.With a commitment to quality passed down through generations, we prioritise precision, durability, and aesthetic excellence in every project. Our facility in Weston-super-Mare enables us to deliver nationwide services while maintaining a personal approach to client needs. We pride ourselves on transparency, reliability, and fostering long-term relationships through consistent, professional service delivery.
Services
Wood Veneering
Fire Doors
Kitchens
Bespoke Cabinetry
Panelling
Lay-Ons
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialist veneering expertise.
- Our team hand-selects veneers for superior quality control.
- Bespoke solutions tailored to exact project specifications.
- Family heritage ensures unwavering commitment to craftsmanship.
- Proven track record with commercial and residential clients.
What people say
First-class attitude
Friendly, efficient
Top service
Bees knees product
Services
Wood Veneering
Our wood veneering service applies thin decorative wood layers to base materials, ensuring consistent patterns and colours. With over 40 years of expertise, we hand-select premium veneers for durability and aesthetic precision. This technique enhances furniture, cabinetry, and panels with the appearance of solid wood while maintaining structural stability.
Bespoke Cabinetry
We create tailored cabinetry solutions to exact client specifications, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques. Our veneered cabinets offer both visual appeal and long-term durability for residential and commercial spaces. Each piece undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure flawless finish and functionality.
Fire Doors
Our fire doors integrate safety with aesthetic design, meeting strict regulatory standards while maintaining visual appeal. Constructed using high-quality veneers, these doors provide critical fire protection without compromising on style or durability for commercial and residential properties.
Panelling
We supply and install decorative wood panelling that enhances interior spaces with timeless elegance. Our bespoke panelling solutions offer custom patterns and finishes, transforming walls and ceilings while maintaining structural integrity and dimensional stability through precise veneering techniques.
Lay-Ons
Lay-ons provide decorative wood surfaces for existing structures, offering cost-effective upgrades with premium aesthetics. Our skilled team applies these veneers to achieve seamless, high-quality finishes on furniture, countertops, and architectural elements, ensuring durability and visual consistency.
People
Rob Shorney
Director
Rob leads SMS Veneering with over 30 years of industry experience, continuing family legacy since 1991. He oversees operations and client relations, ensuring quality standards are maintained across all projects.
George Shorney
Team Member
George contributes to SMS Veneering's craftsmanship, working alongside family members to uphold the company's reputation for excellence in bespoke veneering solutions.
Sam Shorney
Team Member
Sam represents the fourth generation of the Shorney family, actively preserving SMS Veneering's heritage while embracing modern techniques to meet evolving client needs.
Questions
What materials do you work with for veneering?
We specialise in real wood veneers applied to substrates like plywood or MDF, ensuring durability and aesthetic consistency across projects.
Can you handle both commercial and residential projects?
Yes, we provide bespoke veneering solutions for both sectors, including kitchens, cabinetry, and architectural panelling.
How do you ensure quality in your veneering process?
Our team hand-selects veneers and follows rigorous quality checks at every stage, combining traditional methods with modern technology.
Do you offer nationwide services?
While based in Weston-super-Mare, we serve clients across the UK with reliable delivery and installation support.
What sets SMS Veneering apart from competitors?
Our 40+ years of specialist experience, family heritage, and commitment to handcrafted quality ensure superior results tailored to client needs.
