The art of nature
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WELCOME Hardly anything captures the Zeitgeist quite like wood, one of the oldest substances in the world. In living rooms or offices, hotels or fine automobiles, genuine wood is truly special. Innumerable variants and hues bring nature and life into our rooms. Whether wood is modern, extravagant or understated, it always radiates comfort and coziness. Genuine wood has been the focus at Schorn & Groh for more than 50 years. We search the best growing regions of the world for logs suited to the manufacture of high-quality veneers and lumber. Our company is among the leaders in the veneer...

NaturE A healthy forest is more than just wood and its many uses. The forest also offers us peace and quiet and close encounters with Nature and the wilderness. The natural life cycle of growing, ageing and fresh starts is reflected in the forest. Old trees make room for new growth. The same occurs in the production of veneer when single trees of advanced age are harvested. The forest quickly – and naturally – fills in the gap. The high value of a single harvested tree is worthwhile for the forest owner. The forest generates profit, so it pays to protect it. The work of environmentally...

Because environmental protection is important to us, we have supported sustainable forestry for many years. 6 Schorn&Groh acts with the environment and sustainability in mind for the protection of forests around the world. We prefer to work with forest owners who practice responsible forestry. Furthermore, we deal exclusively with legally impor- Since 2003 our company has been FSC®-certified and since 2008 PEFC-certified too. Our certification guarantees our customers that we very carefully handle the valuable raw material wood. The mark of Promoting sustainable responsible forestry lorest...

DIVERSITY Nature’s broad spectrum of diversity is reflected in our highly varied product offerings. Nearly 200 species of wood are suitable for the manufacture of high-quality veneers. We keep approximately five million square meters of veneer in stock in our warehouse. The product range includes conventional species in large quantities to rarities and valuable burl veneers, greatly varied FSC® and PEFC certified veneers and high-quality lumber from Europe, America and Africa. Whether you would like to outfit a complex office building or veneer a single table, we have just the right wood...

UNIQUE Every tree is a unique natural product. Veneer is the only surface material that offers this distinctive feature. A tree’s growth markings – figuring, delicate coloring or natural inclusions – are unique. No two trees are the same; each has its own story and its own face. Consequently, every veneer is a naturally grown object unlike any other. The individual characteristics of some flitches are less pronounced while others are very striking. We offer the most unusual specimens in our exclusive collection One-of-a-Kind. Here you will find veneers with character, natural charm and...

BEAUTY Veneer perfectly conveys the elegance of wood and turns it into a highly versatile material. Our experts decide on the type of veneer production based on the wood species and each tree’s growth. In selected factories, which we monitor carefully, we have the flitches sliced or peeled. The work creates a harmonious veneer figure that shows the flitch’s individual beauty to advantage. In the process the valuable raw material wood is exploited to the full, for just a single log yields several hundred square meters of veneer

LIFE A natural wood surface brings warmth and an aura of exclusivity into our living and working space. People have lived with veneer for centuries. Our fascination with the natural surface material is uninterrupted. Architects, designers and processors appreciate above all the beauty and versatility of the thin wood surfaces. Veneer can be combined beautifully with other materials. Precious veneers from Schorn & Groh are found in exclusive automobiles, yachts and aircraft. Our rarities highlight furniture, hotel lobbies and offices around the world.

INNOVATIONS The traditional material veneer shows its innovative side in our hands. Today veneer processing is simple. Schorn & Groh products are available in many captivating variants. These extraordinary material offer innumerable advantages in processing and design. With our broad product range, we can offer prospective customers, from industrial furniture manufacturers to do-ityourselfers, individualized solutions suited to their needs. Another benefit for you is that we develop and manufacture spliced veneers, fleece-backed veneers and other veneer products ourselves.

CONVENIENCE It is our goal to offer our customers the highest quality and top performance. Excellent service is of course included. Are you planning a big project? Visit us in Karlsruhe and let our material inspire you while you enjoy our expert and personal advice in comfortable showrooms. We would be happy to put together a customized selection for you. We also offer seminars and presentations on veneer. If your project requires, we can visit your site – anywhere in Europe. You may order some our products from our convenient online shop. Or call us. We would be happy to advise you.

BACKGROUND Today Schorn & Groh, founded in southern Germany in 1961, is one of the world‘s leading companies in the veneer industry. Our company headquarters, which include sales, administration and our main warehouse, are in Karlsruhe. Our three branches are also located in Baden-Württemberg. We offer a broad product portfolio featuring the valuable raw material wood. Major products include high-quality veneer from more than 140 species of wood, spliced veneers, fleece-backed spliced veneers, textured veneers, the endgrain veneer Butt Cut, the naturally dyed Coco veneer, our exclusive...

Schorn & Groh Thank you for your interest in our products and services. You can find additional information on our Website or you can contact us directly at: team@sg-veneers.com. Axel Groh Managing Director Rolf Loose-Leonhardt Managing Director