a structural element made up of a suitable substrate having at least one surface to which is bonded , by means of a pressure sensitive adhesive , a decorative veneer of a fiber backed reconstituted wood . the physical properties of the structural element are dictated by the substrate . the fiber backed reconstituted wood veneer contributes primarily decorative properties . the substrate can have any desired configuration but is particularly adapted for use in the formation of slats or louvers for horizontal or vertical venetian type blinds . the substrates are preferably appropriately contoured semi - rigid or rigid aluminum strips . expanded plastic foams , plastics , softwood or hardwood or other solid substrates may also be used . suitable fiber backed reconstituted wood veneers are any fiber backed veneers made by a process which utilizes wood , but which does not have the cellular structure of wood . the substrate and fiber backed veneer are bonded by means of a pressure sensitive adhesive such as an acrylic or rubber adhesive which does not require the presence or application of heat .