Dark oak leaf roof shingles – real wood veneer, 28 sizes

The stable roof is built and the figures are ready. But only a proper roof covering makes the little house look real. That is exactly what these dark veneer shingles in an oak leaf shape are made for. You cover your model roof shingle by shingle. In the end, it looks as if it had always stood there.

What changes for you

• Your model gets a believable, lively roof. Every roof shingle is made of real wood veneer and has its own grain.
• You will find the right size for every project. Choose from 28 sizes, from 15 mm x 7.5 mm to 150 mm x 75 mm.
• You can work cleanly without any reworking. The shingles are precisely laser-cut and have smooth edges.
• You're free to design as you like – the wood is untreated and can be glued, painted, varnished or oiled.
• You order exactly the amount you need. You can choose both the size and the pack size.

Why these veneer shingles make a real difference

A roof covered with wooden shingles changes how a model looks. The real grain and the irregular shingle shape invite visitors to take a closer look. The dark wood colour makes nativity scenes, houses and Christmas pyramids look naturally aged. No artificial-looking plastic roof tiles needed. Piece by piece, you build a roof of real wood veneer that you can be proud of.

Material & finish

Each shingle is precisely laser-cut from dark real wood veneer in our own production in Pößneck after you order. The edges are smooth, so you can use the shingles straight away without sanding. At approx. 0.6 to 1 mm thick, they are fine enough for small model scales. They are also easy to glue. Wood is a natural material, so every shingle turns out a little different. Varying shades, small irregularities in the grain and the occasional knot are normal. This is what makes your roof look lively and each piece unique.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: real wood veneer, dark
• Material thickness: approx. 0.6–1 mm
• Shape: oak leaf (oak-leaf cut)
• Dimensions: from 15 mm x 7.5 mm to 150 mm x 75 mm, available in 28 sizes
• Cut: laser cut, smooth edges
• Surface: untreated, not varnished or glazed
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the veneer shingles

• For model making: you cover houses, towers or mills row by row. Your model gains the depth and texture of a real shingle roof.
• For the nativity scene: you give the stable a dark wooden roof. On Christmas Eve, your nativity scene looks as if it came from another time.
• For building or restoring a Christmas pyramid: you choose the right size and re-cover the roof. Your pyramid turns once more beneath an evenly shingled roof.
• For decoration projects: you decorate boxes, picture frames or seasonal decorations with the oak leaf shingles. With just a few steps, you add real wood veneer to your project.
• In your workshop or shop: you create window or counter displays with real wood. You present your goods with a handcrafted look.

Good to know about wooden shingles

Wooden shingles are among the oldest roof coverings of all. To this day, they shape historic houses, churches and mills. The curved oak leaf shape goes back to classic decorative shingles. That is why nativity scenes, pyramids and model houses covered with them look so authentic, as if taken from an old village scene.

Care & durability

There is not much you need to do. In their natural state, the shingles are meant for indoor use and will last for many years there. If you want to display your work outdoors, treat the wood first, for example by oiling it. This helps it withstand wind and weather. Avoid constant moisture on the untreated veneer, and it will keep its look for a long time.

Options & what's included

• 28 sizes to choose from: from 15 mm x 7.5 mm to 150 mm x 75 mm
• Choose the quantity via the pack size
• Contents: shingles in the selected pack size

Frequently asked questions

Are the shingles suitable for outdoor use? In their natural state, only for indoor use. For outdoor use, the wood must be treated, for example by oiling.

Can I paint the shingles? Yes. The veneer is untreated, neither varnished nor glazed. You can glue, coat, paint or oil it.

Do all shingles look the same? No – wood is a natural material. Varying shades, grain patterns and small knots are normal. They give the roof a lively, natural look.

How thick are the shingles? The material thickness is approx. 0.6 to 1 mm. This is fine enough for detailed models and still easy to work with.

Where do the shingles come from? Every order is precisely laser-cut in our own production in Pößneck, Thuringia.

The best part is the moment you place the last shingle. You take a step back, and your roof looks as if a carpenter had covered it. Simply choose your size and quantity, and get started.