--- product_id: 531877977 title: "- Abalone Shell Inlay Veneer for DIY or Professional Inlay Embellishments - Sustainable New Zealand Paua Natural- With 3M Double Sided Tape Backing - 9.45\"X2.75\"" brand: "ocean shell studios." price: "KD 11.73" currency: KWD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Ocean Shell Studios." url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/531877977-abalone-shell-inlay-veneer-for-diy-or-professional-inlay-embellishments store_origin: KW region: Kuwait --- # 240mm x 70mm precision size 0.4mm ultra-thin natural shell veneer 3M double-sided tape backing for easy application - Abalone Shell Inlay Veneer for DIY or Professional Inlay Embellishments - Sustainable New Zealand Paua Natural- With 3M Double Sided Tape Backing - 9.45"X2.75" **Brand:** ocean shell studios. **Price:** KD 11.73 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✨ Elevate your craft with nature’s own shimmer — DIY luxe made effortless! 🎨 ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** - Abalone Shell Inlay Veneer for DIY or Professional Inlay Embellishments - Sustainable New Zealand Paua Natural- With 3M Double Sided Tape Backing - 9.45"X2.75" by ocean shell studios. - **How much does it cost?** KD 11.73 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/531877977-abalone-shell-inlay-veneer-for-diy-or-professional-inlay-embellishments) ## Best For - ocean shell studios. enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ocean shell studios. brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless DIY Glam:** Comes with peel-and-stick 3M tape backing—no mess, no fuss, just flawless inlays. - • **Ultra-Thin Precision:** At just 0.4mm thick, it layers seamlessly without bulk, elevating your craft with subtle sophistication. - • **Glossy Iridescent Finish:** Natural shell brilliance sealed with a high-gloss coat to catch every eye in any light. - • **Versatile Artistic Canvas:** Perfect for guitars, furniture, jewelry, and creative projects that demand standout detail. - • **Sustainably Sourced Elegance:** Traceable New Zealand Paua shell, ethically harvested for guilt-free luxury. ## Overview This premium Abalone Shell Inlay Veneer features sustainably sourced New Zealand Paua shell, precisely sliced to 0.4mm thickness and sized at 240mm by 70mm. Coated with a glossy finish and backed by 3M double-sided tape, it offers an easy-to-apply, natural embellishment ideal for musical instruments, furniture, jewelry, and creative DIY projects. Its ultra-thin profile and vibrant iridescence bring professional-grade elegance to any interior or artistic application. ## Description Abalone Shell Inlay Veneer for DIY or Professional Inlay Embellishments - Sustainable New Zealand Paua Natural- With 3M Double Sided Tape Backing - 9.45"X2.75" Review: Absolutely love it! - Pros: ​Beautiful Look: The design is beautiful, with vibrant colors that shine. ​Value: Great value for the money. ​Inspiration: I am new to this and found it very inspiring—so many ideas! ​Usage: Simple to use if you stick to big designs. ​Cons & Adjustments: ​Chipping: It chips easily if you use scissors (which is what I did). ​Detail Work: Difficult to do small, detailed cut-outs. ​Recommendation: Use a cutting blade instead of scissors; it probably won't chip as much. ​Note: I skipped the provided tape and used resin to seal it instead. Review: Easy to use inlay material. - Beautiful stuff. First time trying to do inlays and this was great. VERY fragile without the backing. EASY to cut and handle with it. I used a utility knife/ razor blade and scissors to trim. I was able to cut very thin slices off the edge with scissors. Great product. ## Features - Measurements: 240mm*70mm. Thickness 0.4mm +/-0.1mm. - Made from thin slices of abalone shell exclusively- NO plastic laminates. Shell slices are specially bonded together into a sheet. The shell sheets are coated with a gloss finish. - Our shells are sustainably sourced by our family business in New Zealand, and traceable. - Comes with double sided sticky tape which makes inlays even easier. Provided separately for you to apply to the back of the shell veneer. Easy to peel. - The veneers can also be used in furniture, artwork, and musical instruments, or for larger home furnishings, woodworkers’ creations, and backsplash surfaces. - The sheets can be used for jewelry inlay, box inlay, guitar and musical instrument inlay, creative maker projects, shell nail art and handicrafts, and educational crafts. - Designed for interior applications, veneers are a unique decorative feature which can be added to a wide range of surfaces to embellish and add value - Shell is a natural product with a variety of factors that affect appearance. Your screen settings also affect your viewing of the colours and iridescence in the shell sheets. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0BFHHCBJC | | Best Sellers Rank | #7,301 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #2 in Guitar Wood & Inlay Material | | Body Material | NATURAL SHELL ABALONE | | Color Name | Paua Natural | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (66) | | Date First Available | September 16, 2022 | | Item Weight | 4.2 ounces | | Material Type | NATURAL SHELL ABALONE | | Product Dimensions | 9.45 x 2.76 x 0.01 inches | ## Images ![- Abalone Shell Inlay Veneer for DIY or Professional Inlay Embellishments - Sustainable New Zealand Paua Natural- With 3M Double Sided Tape Backing - 9.45"X2.75" - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/A1FaapVBv5L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely love it! *by L***G on January 7, 2026* Pros: ​Beautiful Look: The design is beautiful, with vibrant colors that shine. ​Value: Great value for the money. ​Inspiration: I am new to this and found it very inspiring—so many ideas! ​Usage: Simple to use if you stick to big designs. ​Cons & Adjustments: ​Chipping: It chips easily if you use scissors (which is what I did). ​Detail Work: Difficult to do small, detailed cut-outs. ​Recommendation: Use a cutting blade instead of scissors; it probably won't chip as much. ​Note: I skipped the provided tape and used resin to seal it instead. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to use inlay material. *by C***S on November 12, 2025* Beautiful stuff. First time trying to do inlays and this was great. VERY fragile without the backing. EASY to cut and handle with it. I used a utility knife/ razor blade and scissors to trim. I was able to cut very thin slices off the edge with scissors. Great product. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ So beautiful *by A***. on July 9, 2025* I used this to do a wood inlay and it came out beautiful! It is a little tricky to cut, it tends to want to chip or splinter no matter the method I use even if I use tape on top though. Just have to go super slow and allow for extra pieces to be cut just in case. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/531877977-abalone-shell-inlay-veneer-for-diy-or-professional-inlay-embellishments](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/531877977-abalone-shell-inlay-veneer-for-diy-or-professional-inlay-embellishments) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kuwait* *Store origin: KW* *Last updated: 2026-05-18*