3. Can engineered wood be sanded? by williams | May 25, 2016 | 0 comments Engineered wood is a surface layer of solid wood veneer on top of engineered plywood, and as such can be sanded , the top quality brands can usually be sanded between 1 and 3 times, dependent on the thickness of the veneer. Submit a Comment Cancel replyYou must be logged in to post a comment.