Rosebud Veneer and Plywood in Evanston carries Tamo Ash architectural veneer, prized for its rare and highly sought "peanut shell" or "roe" figure — an intricate, three-dimensional pattern of interlocking waves and undulating grain formations that few other species can match. The veneer presents in warm golden honey and pale champagne tones, with a surface complexity that reads as almost sculptural under both natural and artificial light. With 30 years of architectural veneer expertise alongside a broader inventory that includes rift white oak, quartersawn walnut, and fumed eucalyptus, Rosebud is a serious resource for designers and craftspeople sourcing distinctive face veneers in the Chicago area. Samples are available for specification and project review.