Hmmm...If I get a 4x8 sheet of 1/4" oak plywood, to have enough to do the sides and back panel, I'd have to run the back panel with the grain horizontal. Is that dorky? I know when you place wood on the front of a cabinet you but the cathedrals pointing up. However, since it's the back of the desk, I'm wondering how a careful woodworker, or a major manufacturer would orient the oak plywood. The panel will show underneath the desk, and would only show if it was moved away from the wall. I'm trying to establish proper building techniques and aesthetics.
TIA
dave