About Us

The Art of the Surface: Crafting Excellence Since 1984

At Merenda, we believe that the finest architectural visions deserve the soul of natural wood, executed with industrial precision. What began in 1984 as a family dedication to the craft of timber has evolved into a design authority for the global fit-out and furniture industries.

Based in Manorhamilton, Leitrim, Ireland, we balance a heritage of woodworking with the technical rigour required for world-class interiors. We like to say we don’t just supply furniture components; we curate the tactile interface of your project.

A Heritage of Innovation

For over four decades, our family-led team has worked with wood veneer. Our expertise is grounded in a deep understanding of timber’s natural character, allowing us to resolve the most complex architectural challenges. This commitment to excellence has been recognised at the highest levels, earning us the Business All-Star accreditation and seeing our leadership named AIBF Entrepreneur of the Year. These accolades show our consistency and our position as a trusted partner to the world’s leading joiners and designers.

The Merenda Philosophy: Design Authority

We bridge the gap between ambitious design and practical execution. With Merenda Surface, we provide a bespoke consultation to ensure complete aesthetic continuity across every panel, edge, and curve.

Bespoke Specification

From Alpi- and Tabu-dyed veneers to exotic species, we ensure 100% grain and colour accuracy across the entire project footprint.

Strategic Problem Solving

We collaborate early in the design phase to minimise waste and increase productivity without compromising the architect’s intent.

Global Reach, Local Craft

From our Irish headquarters, we bring the beauty of sustainable wood surfaces to prestigious residential and commercial developments across more than 12 countries.

Proven Excellence

Our reputation is built on the success of our partners. When we collaborate with Architects, specialist joineries and fit-out firms, we understand that our finish defines their final product. We take that responsibility seriously and maintain a solution-focused approach that has resulted in a 100% on-time delivery record and a strong base of repeat-business partnerships.

Merenda worked closely with our Design Manager to come up with the best quality product at the right cost which provided the solution to meet the unusual design specification on the Thanet House Project

Seamus McMullen
Purchasing Manager, Specialist Joinery

Merenda understood from the outset the complexity of the London Dock residential project, particularly the knowledge of the intricacies of using dyed wood veneer, matching and laying grain

Stan Bond
Director, Principal Doorsets

Why Partners Choose Merenda

  • Expertise: 40+ years of technical mastery in veneer layons, edgebanding, and profile wrapping.
  • Efficiency: Veneer solutions that offer significant material and labour savings compared to solid wood, without losing the luxury of natural timber.
  • Risk Mitigation: A proven track record with high-end architectural specifications, reducing the margin for error in complex fit-outs.

Elevate your next project with a partner that values the craft as much as the deadline.