Steam Beech veneer, also known as quartered European beech wood veneer or rift cut steamed beech veneer, boasts a captivating pale pink to creamy reddish-brown hue. This hardwood veneer is characterized by its remarkable strength, fine silky texture, and tight, uniform grain, accented by small silvery pith rays that lend a subtle lustrous sheen. With a more pronounced fleck pattern or figure, it readily accepts stains and finishes, although a clear coat is often preferred to preserve its natural warmth and beauty.