Amazing RESTORATION of a VINTAGE Ward DRESSER
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ก.ค. 2021
- This was a FREE Mid Century Bassett Dresser that was destined for the landfill based on the condition. I do my best to restore mid century furniture to original condition, but this one was beyond reasonable repair, and was missing the original legs. I made an attempt to stain the veneer top, but there were too many obvious stains. I was able to try Fusion Mineral Paint for the first time. I loved it and it covered well! I stained the drawers with General Finishes Gel Stain (Candlelite) and sealed them with 3 coats of a Polycrylic finish. I truly enjoyed the entire transformation process for this project.
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This piece is absolutely stunning. I and a sucker for black and stained wood pieces. You truly did give this dresser a second chance for someone to enjoy it. Phenomenal work
Thank you for this comment. It was the first time I tried this combination. I have had critics mention the long legs and the angled front vs straight back but I needed this to be stable with such long legs. I chose the long legs so this dresser could be used at a practical height. Thank you for the support. I continue to learn amazing things from others. Barry
@@MadCityModern Barry, I see and understand the reasoning for the legs and their positions. I think it look fantabulous. Another great job!
Ditto. Parawood grain and black, most of my pieces as well.
That poor dresser! I'm not a fan of painting furniture, but you really rescued this piece when clearly nothing else could be done. Fantastic!
Thank you heather. I'm also not a fan of painting
I wanted to say thank you!!! And also, you're amazing! I've recently gotten into this rabbit hole that is furniture restoration videos and I have to say that yours have a particularly calming and serenely effect on me. I'm from Padua, Italy and I'm in full exam season at university, so watching your videos has been really helpful to destress and clear my mind before sleep. Also?? you're amazing at what you do, and you seem like a really cool and kind person, so this is really a win-win situation for the both of us. I can really only say, thank you and keep up the good work!
Serenely was not the word I meant to use lol, I badly translated it from an italian adverb but I hope you get the vibe
This message was very special. Thank you Teresa. Barry
Rabbit hole is a good description!!!! I'm the same!!!
Retired health care worker from Perth Western Australia. I’m fascinated by the process of restoration of these pieces of furniture
Thank you for this comment Sandra!
Kudos to you for taking a piece destined to be trash and turning into a very attractive piece of furniture that anyone would be proud to have in their home. Obviously you have vision and talent. Looking forward to seeing your next projects.
Hi Martin! Thank you for the feedback. These comments continue to encourage me as I start the next project. Barry
I was a health care worker for thirty two years and never had the energy to do what you do while still working. That dresser was a full code but you brought it back to live again. Brian from Cornwall Ontario Canada.
Hey Brian. I only recently found time to do some of this work. Working in healthcare obviously takes so much energy from you. Sometimes you need the days off just to recover. Barry
From garbage to Showroom. Love it!
Thank you Pamela! I appreciate the support. Barry
My parents had that whole bedroom set, dresser, chest of drawers and bed. It brings back memories of long ago. I don't think I have ever seen a shop as clean, organized and decorated as yours. Who is your housekeeper?? LOL What a beautiful finish. It turned out beautiful.
I just continue to collect old things, and I finally got around to displaying some of them. Some things sat around for years : ) Thank you for the support Kathy. Barry
@@MadCityModern Nice to watch your channel Barry. It looks really good in your shop. I like it mostly because you keep it neat. For some reason watching youtubers work in a unorganized mess bugs me.
Thank you. I have fun displaying things that were often curb finds or thrifted items. I hope to hear your thoughts on the big TH-cam Halloween challenge video Sat Oct 23.
@@MadCityModern I probably won't catch it until Sunday, but yes Barry I'm looking forward to it.
Thank you for not only taking the time to put so much love into your projects but also for showing the world your work in such a beautiful way. You are the Bob Ross of furniture. 🎨 Greetings from Montreal, Canada. 🇨🇦
This comment means so much to me
When the old owners can see what you did to the furniture they throw away… they start crying that they give it away…. I like, that you take time to do each step and show what you do. So even I understand what craftsmanship is needed to do that flipping business I had no understanding in it! What I see is that there is a man with a wonderful business that gave him each time he finish a good feeling. I like that very much! Thanks that you share this with us!
Thank you Alex. I enjoyed the challenge, and I appreciate the support in the comments. Barry
Jaw hit the floor with disgust when you painted the top. Ended up absolutely LOVING it. That's why you're the pro and I'm over here watching these relaxing videos!
Love this message : )
So many of these MCM pieces have been sloppily treated. Yet you see the lines, the wood, the hidden beauty. I really respect that you don’t skimp on spending the time to bring out that hidden beauty. 💕♥️💕
Thank you. I am hoping there will be more opportunities like this in the future. Barry
Bonsoir! What a beautiful end result! Love it. I see you have a lot of pins now on your map! Good for you! Christine 🇨🇦
The map has been so fun! Thank you for always adding encouraging comments. Barry
Hi from Echunga, a small country town in South Australia. Not a fan of painted furniture but you gave this old dresser its dignity back.
Thank you so much
I love that you tried not to paint it, and only did when and where you needed. And the paint still keeps the original design and style in mind.
I appreciate that acknowledgement. I hope you like my other videos as well. Barry
Correction Love that look of wood beautiful
Thanks again!
Wow! I had 2 just like this. Got the whole set in 1963 as a teen. I also took the legs off later. I left it all (in mint condition) with my husband when we divorced in 1982. Funny to see how it could have degraded and then have been restored. Furniture lasts a long time.
Hi Judy! I wish this one had the original legs, but it was obviously in rough shape. Glad you enjoyed it and thank you for watching and supporting my channel. Barry
I am not usually a fan of painted furniture but this is gorgeous. This would be a elegant addition to any home.
Glad you like it! Thank you, Gail.
Barry
Barry, I love when some of your older videos (that I’ve previously seen) pop up in my feed. I watched another furniture artist’s video today (Crys’Dawna of Bella Renovare) and she painted, created different textures and more, using different techniques (take a min to watch if you haven’t already). A big point of her video was about art therapy, especially during these stressful times. But not just about us doing something (a piece, a canvas, etc) but watching her was just therapeutic. Point is, it’s like watching you work on a piece (the care, patience, peacefulness) and how therapeutic it is for you too. A lot of HCWs replied to her and again I thought of you. So thank you for your videos, as well as your service, especially after the last couple of years. You are greatly appreciated, for craft and your profession.💜
This made me smile
@@MadCityModern I’m so glad.😊💜
The dresser turned out beautiful. I love the candelite gel stain. It has a lovely warmth to it.
Thank you for the comment! Barry
I am all for "stain only when its possible" club but I think you did everything you could do and also I think you still preserved the original look. Amazing work
I am in that club
@@MadCityModern actually, even though I love the real wood, but the combination that Barry uses with the black paint, is now one of my favorites.
It’s absolutely incredible how you can transform the pathetic look of this once, beat up old set of drawers, into a piece of art with all the allure of a brand new piece of first class furniture making, WELL DONE! We are in awe! ❤️🦘
Thank you so much Yvonne
ooooooh this is what i mean combining with black vintage with black becomes very modern.this is my favorite video .moooooooo
You found this one. Was hoping you would, after all the black paint suggestions : )
Your pin map reminded me of my grandfather. He loved talking on his CB radio and he would pin locations of the people he talked to. Thanks for the memory. I’m in Tampa Florida.
I love that!
This piece is absolutely stunning! You did such a beautiful job!
Thank you Karyn. Barry
I am familiar with Bassett furniture and I really like the way the piece turned out. I was hoping you'd do more with the bottom and your solution was excellent. You and Angie have that coal black and natural combo down pat! It looks beautiful and modern. Ironically, I dislike black very much. Thanks for sharing
Hi Mary. I love finding Bassett pieces. I will be removing paint from a Bassett Tallboy for the video this weekend. Hoping to get it done! There are so many details! Thank you for watching and supporting my channel. I am always honored to be mentioned in the same sentence as Angie. She does amazing work! Barry
I have a couple of Basset items myself, and they are very well made! sturdy and stable
I am so proud you have our flag hanging up in your workplace. You are doing a great job too 🤩
Thank you Nancy. I enjoy displaying it. Barry
Great rescue, Barry. You have a good eye and are sympathetic to the pieces. You are one if the restorers I most enjoy. I am inspired but wish I was 30(okay, 40 years) younger as this work really appeals. Best wishes from Vancouver, Canada.
This piece looks stunning. I just started following you and getting caught up with your videos. Your work is amazing.
Thank you David. If you ever have suggestions of things I can do better, please don't hesitate to let me know. There are so many intelligent viewers on this platform. I appreciate the support. Barry
Stunning piece! I wish I was closer I would buy this piece! 😍❤️
Thank you Sheila! I have kept it for months. Eventually I will part with it : )
INCREDIBLE!!! YOU HAVE GIVEN NEW LIFE TO THIS "BEAUTIFULLY BREATHING" RESTORED DRESSER!!!
💖💖💖💖💖
Thank you again! Barry
I love a black and wood-stained piece! So elegant imo. 👍💙
Thank you
Nicely done! Very imaginative means to deal with the stained veneer and a great overall effect.
Thank you Joe. I hope you enjoy the other videos as well. Barry
It looks amazing so glad you didn’t paint the drawers black. You did a fantastic job of bringing a sad set of drawers back to life. I think it looks better now than when it was first made. Cheers from Melbourne Australia. 🇦🇺
Thank you John! I will add another pin for Melbourne Australia. So much support from Australia! I hope you enjoy my other videos! Barry
This dresser is now so gorgeous.
Thank you Sallie
Love that you attempted to save the beauty....we are MidMod lovers and appreciate what you're doing! We are in Colorado Springs, so place a pin for us!
Hey Justin. Thank you for the support from Colorado Springs. I have been many times. Hope you enjoy my other videos as well. Barry
Absolutely beautiful! What a great job you do trying to correct every imperfection. The end result was a very high end looking piece not something that would chip easily. My first time here. Love your music as well. I've subscribed.
Thank you Clare. I am glad you enjoyed the music. I never want it to be overwhelming, but I do enjoy adding a little music to the background sounds in the shop. Thank you for the support. Barry
Wow, this transformation looks incredible!
Thank you. I do the best I can. I appreciate the support. Barry
I'm a 67 year old grandma, in western australia. I enjoy your videos very much. Hot here atm.. 36c to 42c..... phew. Mary Joh.
Wow. Thank you for the support from Australia! Barry
This a was the best resurrection so far. I thought you might have been able to save the top veneer, but the end result was still better than it’s sad condition. Great salvation for the beauty of a Bassett.
Wow. Thanks Keith!
Trabalho impecável!
De Brotas, estado de São Paulo. Brasil 🙋🏼♂️
Thank you for the support from Brasil! Barry
I really like how you gave this piece a new life. I loved the contrast of the black with the natural brown drawers. One question: why did you put angled legs in front and straight ones in the back?
Hi Daniel. Thank you for the great feedback. Angled legs added more support since these legs were longer than the originals. I have since put straight brackets on the front to match the back. Thanks for the support. Barry
I mentioned before that I'm not a fan of painting over wood. However, I now understand that sometimes it HAS to be done. You have a great talent for restoring a piece so beautifuly that anybody would be proud to own it and have it in their home. WELL DONE !!!
Love this great feedback!
Painting the bottom was a great idea. Another fantastic job. I come from Accrington in Lancashire England, home of the NORI brick, one of the hardest in the world and used in the foundations of the Empire State building!!!
Just amazing end result. Love it. Would you be interested in giving your followers the numbers on the pieces you work on...how much you pay for it and what you sell it for? Again, just beautiful.
Hi Nancy! I do plan to add more details regarding the costs involved. I often keep the pieces that I finish, and other times, I release the project video before I actually list the items to sell. I will work on the consistency with the videos. Thank you so much for the suggestions and the support. Barry
Why do you want to know all this details about his business? I discovered the videos of furniture makeovers recently, and I'm really surprised that all the "flippers" gives us all the details about cost and price. To me it's not an information to share, at least not all the time at the end of every video. I'm French, so maybe it's a cultural thing... 😉
@@atanyh Non, Vous avez raison. Sorry bad French. I agree, it is interesting to know what kind of profit these people made, but it is really nobody's business. You make a good point. This also comes to no good. For example, if somebody buys a dresser for 5 dollars then works on it for 2 hours and sells it for 500, if I were the buyer, then I would be annoyed. At the same time, they could often take a great loss themselves. This should not be public info. In the meantime, could you tell these French women not to use the F word in public? The do not know how bad this sounds. We use the word a lot but only in private. THAT is a cultural thing.
@@rockshot100 you're the only one that is agree with me... 🤭Don't know if it's a good thing haha. What F word? I'm not sure to understand what you mean, I have an idea though. This word we hear it a lot in films , videos, séries...
@@atanyh You know exactly which word! I believe that most people are sensible and agree with you. It will only make the buyer look like an idiot. But if they bought a piece of furniture of equal quality, now, it would cost much more.
Yes, I am sure they use that word allot in DRAMA just to maintain attention, YOU and other French people, it doesn't mean much, and it really does not. BUT, our culture is not like that, we try to be polite. I know your cuss words and would never say them to a Frenchman, that I did not even know.
I'm in Price, Utah, you blow me away with your talent. Thanks for posting videos. We stripped all the woodwork from our 1912 craftsman. All the woodwork had several coats of paint on it. Luckily all the high baseboards, window and fancy door casings, and all the built ins were intact, just painted. It was a big job when we did it 25 years ago. We didn't have much of any idea what we were doing so we just dove right in. But we got the job done and for two people who didn't know anything much about stripping wood it turned out great.
Hey Mike! Thanks for sharing. That's usually what I do when I'm not sure about something, just dive in
Hey l am from ALGÉRIE and i am glad to ses your vidéos i learn a lot with you concerning différent fournitures and how fixing them thank you a lot.
I am a female and i am 62 old .
Thank you so much. Welcome to the channel. Barry
Hi, I'm from Salamaca (Spain). A gorgeous city in the northwest Spain, 100 km away from the Portugal border. Since 1986 Salamanca is human heritage site. Happy creating!
Wow. Thank you for the support from Spain. Barry
I wouldn’t have been bothered by the stains. It’s part of the story and character of the piece. It’s history written in wood. Happy accidents, losses and gains, tears, joy. Just like us their story is written on the surface and sometimes hidden beneath. What are we without our stories.
I agree. I leave the character on other pieces
Such a sleek, masculine piece! And the veins in your arm were popping, nice!
Thank you. I need to eat more: )
@@MadCityModern Nah, I eat enough for both of us 😜
It amazes me what beautiful wood people will paint over. You did great work!
Thank you. Barry
I've been restoring furniture for 30 years+ and may I say that job is one of the best I have seen on TH-cam stunning my friend just stunning
Wow. I really appreciate this
OMG BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL
Thank you. This one was fun. I am keeping it so I did not include any of the prices
Love the combination of black color with the wood. Hello from Germany, Münster
Hello! Thank you for the comment. It was not the original plan but it turned out well. I have added Germany, Munster. Barry
Just moved to Duluth MN after living my entire life in Norman OK where I first started watching you!! :)
Wow! Hope you're liking it there. I enjoyed my time there
This was the best choice for this dresser which is now beautiful! I love stained wood and you incorporated this with the top painted which was what was needed...great combination!
I can't believe my eyes, it turned out great! Greetings from Turku, Finland 🇫🇮😊
Hi Noora. Thank you for watching from Turku, Finland. Barry
I’m from South Africa. I like to switch it up
Between restoration and painting. I love modernising furniture to give them a new lease on life.
The understated good looks of this piece will say something about the person fortunate enough to purchase it.
Thank you Nancy. I had fun with this project. Thank you for watching my videos. Barry
@@MadCityModern I come the interior designer point of view. Your leg length is great, color tasteful. This piece is applicable to home or commercial use. 💪👍🎃🎃🎃
Thank you for this awesome feedback
I was concerned, when you mentioned it was too far gone, and would be painted. Then, the black paint... I still waited nervously, and didn't jump ahead. What a FANTASTIC relief, I found, at the end!! It still turned out handsome, and still representing its heritage.
Wow. Thank you. :)
So glad you enjoyed this one
Hi from Wiltshire, England….my parents would often strip furniture (mostly antique pine) that had been painted in the 1960s and just use beeswax to feed the wood. I am a huge advocate of using old furniture again and have lots in my own home. It’s cheaper than new furniture and helps prevent it going to landfill….so a win win! Loving the videos…..😊
Love this. Thank you for sharing
Wow! That’s more than a rescue it’s a bloomin resurrection! Well done!
Thank you!
Sometimes you wish you could hit the ‘like’ button a bunch of times because one time seems so puny!
What a great job you did!!
Hi Linda. This message means so much to me. Thank you for the great comment, and for supporting the channel. Hope you enjoy the other videos. Barry
Helen from Northampton England, Love your work, My father was a master cabinet maker I miss him so much it helps to watch this as I know you love beautiful wood as he did thank you
Hi Helen! I have added Northampton England. Thank you for watching. I have learned from so many people like your father. Glad watching this helps remind you of him. Barry
My hart just sank when I saw the paint. But I should have trusted your judgment Barry. It looks gorgeous!
That was a fun trick.:) Thank you, Cathia.
Barry
I'm so happy I found your channel! It's so nice to see the transformation of old furniture.
Best wishes from Saint-Petersburg, Russia.
Hi Natalie! Welcome to the channel. Thank you for the support from St. Petersburg, Russia. Barry
Looks very sophisticated and stylish. For an upscale home. I admire your restoration skills.
Thank you Toni
Hi Barry. Well your eye for detail and perfection never fails you. What an amazing transformation. From ugly sister to Princess Diana. I'd love this in my home.
Wow! Thank you
I really do like the black paint and the stained drawers. It is a great piece that I am sure someone will love to buy.
Thank you. I gave this one away
Wow!! This is truly wonderful. It was amazing to see the quality of Bassett construction under all of that paint. Pat on the back!
Thank you so much Eileen
Dear Barry, I don’t know how come I didn’t come across your channel before, but now I’m following from Moscow, Russia. Btw incredible transformation of this poor dresser! All the best 🤗
Hello! Welcome to the channel and thank you for the support. I love seeing support from Moscow, Russia. Barry
I am from Paderborn in Germany.
What you do is great!
WOW!!!
😍😍😍
Love Germany! Thank you
If I could afford it I'd buy a big old empty house and fill it with your superb transformations 👍🏻. Love your videos. Respect👍🏻
That just made me smile
I am located in Newcastle upon Tyne Northeast UK. I am fascinated by the amount of hard work it takes to bring many of your pieces back to life again .
Wow, thank you. The work it takes does not always show, but I truly enjoy seeing the end result.
Barry
What a great end result! Considering how rough this piece was to start with, you definitely pulled a rabbit out of your hat to make it look so good.
Enjoying your comments Ron
Wow! That turned out great!
Thank you. These comments make my day. Barry
I hate painting on nice wood. But you did the best thing possible. I bow to the master craftsman and will definitely rethink my stand on paint. The dresser looks amazing. The paint actually brings out the wood in the best possible way.
Thank you so much
Yes! Give Us that satisfying paint removing moment! 😍
There are more : )
I was so relieved when you sanded the sides of the drawers! 😅
I only watched my own video for the second time just last night, and I thought the same exact thing. This is too funny
You saved another from the landfill. It’s stunning!
My God you’ve got a good eye for color and all things that are beautiful… love watching you create..it inspires me to do more, and do better. Very relaxing to watch your creativity in motion. Thank you..Cindy…
Thank you, Cindy, for these kind comments.
Barry
I remember back in the 60s, my mom d id a lot antique painting of numerous bedroom furniture. A painting technique popular then. Then I inherited a lot of that furniture and spent months stripping it again.
Wow. I'm sure you have some stories to tell. What is your preference now
Wow. It doesn’t even look like the same piece. Amazing. Well done. 👍
Thank you again Chanda. Barry
Wow! I love how this looks. The black and the stained wood go great together.
Thank you.
Barry
incredible restoration! 🎉 the natural wood, and the black really snap. gorgeous work.
Thank you for saving this beautiful piece 🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀
Thank you Keryl
I hardly ever comment on videos I watch, but this turned out beautiful!!
Thank you Amanda! Barry
Hello from Ireland from a Polish born viewer!
Hi Caroline! Thank you for the support from Ireland
South Africa 🇿🇦 Love your channel, I've been learning so much!
Thank you for the love from South Africa!
Great job! Much love from Moscow, Russia
Hello Irina. Excited to have a subscriber from Moscow, Russia. Thank you. Barry
GORGEOUS! I love the legs...really restores that Mid-Century feeling. Great job!
Thank you, Rachel.
Barry
Enjoyed watching your wonderful work from Warren, Michigan. Thank you,
Hello! Welcome. Thank you for watching. New videos coming today! Barry
Great project!
Thanks from Kyiv, Ukraine
Thank you for the love from Ukraine
A miracle! I'd thought the top looked good stained, but couldn't get a good look. However, the end result is stunning! Congrats, from Phoenix, AZ.
There were too many problems with the final stain. I was disappointed after all that work, but it turned out ok. Thank you for the support from Phoenix, Arizona. Barry
my friend beautiful work I saw this furniture in person, incredible transformation congratulations!
Thank you Kleber! Always a pleasure seeing you here! Thanks for the gift! Hope you saw it in the video. Barry
Hi! I'm from Punta Arenas, Chile 🇨🇱... I love restoration, but for health reasons I can't do it anymore... anyway I'm really happy to find your channel... really. Have a nice day and keep going successfully 🙂
Welcome to the channel! Thank you for the support from Chile! Barry
Wow! Wow! 😮 absolutely stunning. 👍😎👍
Thank you again John! Barry
I wasn't sure where you were going with this one, but it looks really good!
This piece turned out beautiful. Much love from England 🇬🇧❤
Thank you Anne. I have added England again. Barry
I'm in Cornwall, England. Enjoying the transformation of this piece. I found it restful. Mur ras! ('Thank you' in Cornish) 😊
Hi Jan. Thank you for the support from Cornwall, England! Barry