making 160 year old historical mouldings
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- Previously in the house reno I hag ripped out the old plaster from the hallway wall, this wall has been bowing out and had been repeatedly plastered over to the point of being 2-3 inches thick in places! This plastering and movement in the wall had destroyed the coving along one side of the hallway. The arched window mouldings were long gone and I replaced the hallway arch with a steel lintel becasue it had a massive crack running up it. This video shows the making a fitting of the replacement mouldings.
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Thank you for not adding music and just letting the sound of work and artistry shine.
Worked at the trade most of my life. When I was a kid, the old timers would tell me how it was done. I'm 72 now, and you sir have shown me how it is done. You have all my respect, you are extremely talented.
Hi there, we might be related but only in the sense of age and that we both worked with plaster. There were two things I did not see in the video. 1) The plaster was not sieved before mixing and 2) he did not use lime in the mix to retard the plaster.
The old timers used horse hair as a stablizer.
@@1982nsu Unlike, nearly everyone on this thread, this guy isn't a plaster craftsman, he is a patient guy, probably a carpenter that knows enough to get the job done. I highly doubt he could skim out a wall with compound, let alone lime plaster walls.
There were high school throughout the major cities in Europe that taught these skills and how to make plaster roses and other decorative motifs.i worked with these men.
This isn't rocket science, but it does help if you know some tricks like the vinegar to retard the drying and the wax release agent.
I have seen this done in place (the final destination) and not exclusively remotely and installed. The times I have seen it installed, the fasteners popped the plaster out every heating season.
@@1982nsu Lime is added when running in place. For this type it's not used, as it needs to set then be removed and on to the next one. And seiving isn't necessary with the type of molding plaster he's using. But he should have let the plaster soak and handmixed it, he would have had more time .
I want to learn how to do this! I literally sat and watched the whole video lol…kind of meditative!
I am pretty much speechless. This was so beautiful to watch. I think the only thing better than watching a master craftsman, would be being one.
I’m an expert plasterer been on the trowel for 29 years and I got to say you’ve done a really nice job there, and it only took 45 mins 🤣
Have you done this sort of thing?
I'm glad you don't put videos out too often because I would never get anything done, I could sit and watch you work for hours. Absolutely beautiful craftsmanship. ❤
Lol. I was thinking the same😂
Man, very very beautiful. Most people wouldn't put the time and effort into making this so. Also the patience you do this with. Applause, you are a real artist.
Sadly I can picture somewhere down the road a new owner hating that "dated look" and wanting to install drop ceilings or some other abomination. As a contractor, I've seen it before 🫣
Absolutely nail my thoughts as well. The man is amazing at what he does. He even shows he's messing up at first, but learns and improves at each attempt. His house is going to look so amazing when he's "done." Really great stuff.
@@stevebengel1346 l agree, it's criminal.
Molding can really make a huge difference to the character house/building
Bro I watch a lot of TH-cam. But I hardly ever watch a 30 minute video. Can't believe I sat through the whole 45 minutes. You are truly an artist and a craftsman. Great work
Is there nothing that this man cannot do? Where on earth did he acquire such a amazing range of skills and expertise? I am truly in awe.
Cutting the aluminium is easier if you use a jewellers piercing saw, it’s designed to cut very fine lines
My dad used to do this, except he screwed batons to the wall and ceiling and ran the aluminium scraper between the batons casting the cornice in situ
@@user-bp5gz6ir2w Oh man. I really don't know where to start. LOL Just one thing here: drawing profiles on a greased surface is very daring. What does he do if the profile is not ready yet? As the plaster expands it pushes the entire pod off the table. I'll give myself the rest. This is second year of teaching, if at all. I've been doing this shit for 40 years. But, he's still young. It'll be fine.
@@Mooncake-01Y09May enough can do that shit but likely the only shit you can do - whereas this fella seems to be able to do most things to artisan standards - and those he cannot - he just figures a way of doing it and adds another skill to his ensemble - meanwhile you are still gobbing off that you do that one shit good.
My thoughts exactly :)
It's nice to see that this art has not been lost to the ages. Superb work.
And now he has passed it on.
I rarely take the time to comment, but this is honestly some of the most impressive work I've seen on TH-cam. The coving and arches were impressive, but that corner bead...wow. I never knew plaster of paris was so adaptable. You, sir, are an artisan!
What a single man can achieve 😂😂 see what I did there!
That corner IS FABULOUS!!!!! I was raised very close to San Marino California. As a young buck I was always upset at people paying us to demolish these type of hallways and living room decor… just to save money , And those clients never had appreciation for this art in their home. People who can afford this prefer not to repair these structures… and there is some awesome craftsmen who can still perform such as this gentleman. Hats 🎩 off. - where’s my whiskey 🥃???
Breathtaking - especially for those who have tried something similar before. I've learned a lot in the last three quarters of an hour - it was worth every minute. Thanks a lot for this! Georg (from Germany)
A Queen Victoria called looking for a quote on interior decoration for someplace called Balmoral.
@@cv990a4 She'll be put on the list. Our artisan is doing an assignment in Florence at the moment.
This video is so perfect. No music, just good work and relaxation (for us viewers at least haha)
When you put that super glue on with a pencil, I knew I was going to love this channel. I was not disappointed.
You are a true craftsman. Stunning work!
Heavens above that was satisfying. It's a very forgiving medium plaster of Paris. Watching you brush in the butt joints it really was working with you. That's not to say your skill and control wasn't a major factor of course! The arch went so much better than I was anticipating, you basically used the techniques those artisans did 100+ years ago. Such a fabulous series. I assume we're all invited round for a toast when it's all done, yes?
I would pay the ticket from Denmark to come and sip cocktails with sandwichs and clap my hands in joy over this beautiful amount of work..!
@@karlchristoffer1275 count me in😁
@@clausolsen856 😊
If you cut a hardboard or thin ply baffle just a tad bigger than the Ali blade and attach it over the Ali on the horse you can then build up,the bulk of the plaster moulding almost to the final surface .then remove the baffle and use the Ali blade for the final few passes to finish and Polish the final surface without the horse jamming or juddering as the plaster moulding layers swell and harden You get a good finish with far less effort
Nice work mate! I’ve done loads of this with an old mate of mine. We use to knock a hole in the ceiling and cut a slot with the joists not against, slide a piece of card in, scribe it then transfer it to zinc, make a similar kind of runner and run it in situ with a baton on the ceiling and wall keeping it true. He always had his smalltool in between his teeth covered in class A, you’d get thrown out for that now!
When I say your work is phenomenal, it’s an understatement. It’s like a masterclass in whatever you’re working on.
My late father was a fibrous plasterer. This video reminds me of the countless hours watching him when I was a kid. I am still mesmerised today watching you, even at 35 years old and having worked in numerous palaces. Keep up the great work. Chris
Mesmerized is the right word!
This felt so much more like watching a sculptor work as opposed to watching a home renovation. Very impressive!
It always amazes me just how many different things you can lay your hand to, and you pretty much master all of them, a true master craftsman 😊
The attention to detail and care taken on this project is just amazing.
It is heartwarming to see that a guy your age has become a Master of these skills. In an age where we are subjected to a lot horrible Modern architecture ( there is some great stuff as well, but much of it is just soul suckingly bad), it is great to see a true artisan who is able to repair and preserve classical architectural touches.
Thank you for your dedication to art.
I agree most modern architecture has no character or charm in my opinion
You are a very brave man, even attempting this job, New Yorkshire Workshop! But you are also an accomplished craftsman. I take my hat off to you. You've done a magnificent job 👏🏻
You are one talented fellow with an enormous amount of patience. Nicely done!
Just the other day I was thinking to myself I wonder how Russ is getting on with his house and his crazy CNC... 'very well' seems to have been the answer.
I didn't even notice the video was 45mins long, I was so captivated and massively inspired - thank you!
Props to the OG plaster guys that did this in near every house. All for the love of craftsmanship!
Brings back memories from my apprenticeship, one day a week for 3 years at York building college, we had our own cubicle to plaster which had a small version of a chimney breast so we had 4 internal angles and two external. Most of the time we would run in situ and once finished our tutor would mark the work then tell us to break it all of and then design a new more complicated piece and off we went again. I still make the odd pieces in my shed which can be quite rewarding and relaxing, I'm in my 46th year of plastering now so I'm ready for a rest. Great to see and keep up the good work. Paul at Fulford plastering.
I'm also a Yorkshireman, so I'm gonna comment "Not bad, that" and NYW knows how much of a compliment that really is in Yorkshire.
Sounds how we Finns compliment 🤠🇫🇮
Aye, aye, not bad *nods*.
I might go so far as to say its allreet.
Aye it was canny good as we Makems would say
We all know that after he was finished, he stood back, looked at his work and then with a quiet nod proclaimed "that'll do"
WONDERFUL WORK! Most young craftsmen have no experience with this art work. Truly exceptional. Thanks for showing your work & how it’s done.
Pure skill and craftsmanship. Kudos to Mrs NYW for the patience and putting up with the dust but it’s worth it.
Absolutely brilliant! I'm not personally much of a fan of the high Victorian style like this, but when it's done to such exacting standards, so beautifully filmed and so precisely documented it's impossible not to just sit and watch in awe. Oh, and the scene of the artist materialising out of the dust is genius.
I sat here absolutely fascinated, what a fantastic commitment to perfection. Loved every minute, thanks for inviting us along. I’m sure your mrs forgave you for all the dust for that end result.❤️❤️
and who said that long videos are a no nono in utube....i will spend an hour or two just watching this man do the magic...amazing.
"Forgave" Lol. Should be wondering what she did to deserve him. A little less entitlement wouldn't come amiss.
What an excellent upload. 👍 I served my time in the late ‘80s as a carpenter back when we were taught such things as Tusk Tenons to name but one old method.
I worked with plasterers who could do this fine work and I watched them make coving in a similar fashion to this and sometimes they’d do it in situ for small repairs. They could make and replicate anything. Brings back some good memories.
I take my hat off to you.
You were lucky to find people who could teach you that. I'm 71, did framing and finish in S. California and Colorado but never encountered craftsmen with those skills. Maybe because the homes in the west aren't old compared to those in the east.
This is what you call TRUE CRAFTSMANSHIP. Ingenuity at its finest. I never knew how much I needed to watch this artisanal perfection.
Aye up love, cracking stuff. ❤
I wish more houses had this level of effort and care into them. It’s so much better than anything we’ve done cosmetic wise in the last 160 years
So true, but I can't even imagine the cost of this level of time, care and skill. Such restorations are only practical for very significant historical homes or churches. Luckily, these skills and techniques have not been lost to time. When Windsor Castle and Notre Dame Cathedrals burned, they had to scoured the world to find artisans competent for the restoration.
@@chrisgraham2904 Well, actually St Georges Chapel roof was restored by Carpenter Oak & Woodland from near Bath and France is full of 'compagnon' carpenters who are well-versed in traditional medieval carpentry and more than capable of the work required.
I kind of dread the day when you are finished with the house 'cause its so impressive to watch you do all this great work!
When he's done with this one, he'll simply have to buy a new 150+ year old house to renovate.
I was worrying about exactly the same thing. Can we crowdfund to buy the place next door?
I loved the way you built up the corner where the nib was cut back.
Crazy how quickly you became a plaster of paris master. Good work👍
Unbelievable! Really excellent work there.
Thank you very much!
😊wunderbare Arbeit, ich bewundere deine Handwerklichen fähigkeiten sehr.
Now that was an impressive piece of craftsmanship, much like everything you produce!
When you put out a new video I know it’s gonna be good, yet you still manage to amaze me every time.
Thank you for taking the time to film and edit all of this, it is much appreciated!
Oh boy I do agree, I've been waiting for a new video for a long time, or so it seems. At one point I even suspected this channel to be over. Thx Russ for your work! love your channel.
My Dad had to do something similar when he built our house. The guy who he paid to do the moldings for various tax reasons had to leave the country, after my Dad had paid him the money for the job. Luckily enough we were able to get the moldings from the guys brother who was the only person we could talk to about it. I have memories of him making it in the back yard and the place looking like it was snowing there was so much plaster around the place. Still it worked and the moldings as still in the house.
Always glad seeing Tom Delong doing his projects :)
As a hobby frame maker (fine artist oil painter here) I appreciate this showcase of a method of plaster pulling I only read about in rare books. Having an actual human being from this century do it is fascinating.
This video makes me sick. I'm 100% envious and the whole thing is nauseatingly wonderful. I love the skill, the artistry, workmanship, machines and the millions of shop tools and doodads you "happen to just have." Everything looks clean with no shortcuts on the assortment of supplies. Love it!
WOW! Excellent job! Thanks for taking us along! Cheers from Alaska!!
I've dabbled a bit doing my own plaster mouldings but ended up using a router and MDF in the end because it was just too expensive using plaster when factoring in the hours required...
The part I did do in plaster is something I'm proud of today, but only I can tell which is which ;)
I wish I had the patience you did because this came out stunningly beautiful! Plaster mouldings are never 100% true and perfect and thus feels more alive and warm whereas MDF is sterile and flat - but much faster. ;)
I hope your other half felt the dust was well worth the end results because damn this came out amazing looking!!! Cleaning up all that plaster in your workshop will probably take a few years though... Hahahaha!
Cheers from Sweden.
You are annoyingly talented, your attention to detail is amazing! I’ve loved watching this house build, and your other projects
You never stop to amaze me. I've spend the last 5 years turning an old 1840's warehouse into my home. And although I'm pretty proud of it and all the work we've put into it, you are on another level. I applaude your patience and dedication.
Blows mind this lad. Attention to detail is on another level.
I’m not sure if I’ve disliked any of your videos, but man, this one is my favourite, so far. I hope you make a video of the whole renovation when you’re finished.
Your ability to do literally anything never ceases to amaze me. The exquisite craftsmanship, bringing new life to a beautiful home.
I’m a retired plasterer & when I was an apprentice the old blokes would make and repair cornices & ceiling roses. I had a good time learning from those old guys but if you made a mistake you’d get a clout round the head. Back when an apprenticeship lasted 5 or 6 years, not a weekend course and then you get city & guilds for skimming. This is lovely work, you should be proud of yourself. 👍👍👍👍
I won plasterer of the year in the 90,s in Glasgow trade school only bc my tradesman gave me a clout as I nearly failed my 1st year lol
I never knew how those types of decrotive featurers were made so thank you for that, I also am thrilled someone still does this kind of work. AWESOME!
I've said it before about your work, but if you think things through before you start ,plan what and how to do something and then have the confidence to do it ,it's amazing what a person can achieve.you should be Very Proud of your craftsmanship.Thank you.
Saw this for the first time. The care, skill, patience and craftsmanship are incomparable.
The filming, editing, time-consuming tracking of timestamps, follow up reel etc and all that's needed to give this such a professional filming is amazing and admirable too.
Plus all the hassle of camera setting and checking, re checking and trying to get the best angles for viewers
I used to make this stuff. Try going the opposite direction also as it fill gaps in both ways and you should get full lengths. Great work 👍
Fuí asistente del artista plástico Victor Grippo. Él me enseñó a trabajar el yeso para que yo le haga su obra "Anónimos" además de otras piezas para ser exhibidas dentro de cajas con frente de vidrio. Es muy placentero trabajar el yeso, los momentos de la preparación y luego su nívea terminación; ¡blanco white light! Con tu video y tu atento y cuidadoso procedimientos he rememorado esos buenos momentos. Muchas gracias.
Its such an agony waiting for your next videos to arrive 2 months is too long lol i could happily watch you at work every single day your videos are engrossing and calm i constantly re watch your older videos over and over to get my daily fix of your amazing work i especially loved the full build video of the cnc machine
I like that you show the bad with the good that helps for sure
A true craftsman with attention to detail.
A simple click of the 'like' button isn't enough to convey my appreciation of the skill and work involved in this video, I am in awe!
You must feel justly proud.
I also loved the accurate walrus impression at 33:48 😄Jane ❤
You have a lot of great skill it looks beautiful❤
This type of person has no barriers that stop him from doing something, he is simply a genius, I have never seen so much skill in a person. From a Brazilian fan
You are an artist, my man! Great job on this moulding. It took a lot of patience and trail and error to achieve this piece of art in the hallway. Kudo's!
Loving your attention to detail and the results are just brilliant, thank you so much for sharing.
Nice work! If I ever made anything like that I’d be constantly stood in the hall admiring my work!
Your artistry is from a time long ago! Incredible job on reproducing the original moulding and I loved seeing the whole process. Thank you very much!
Wow that turned out magnificent! Would really love to see the finished hallway.
You possess an impressive skill set. I've watched a bunch of your videos amd I'm blown away by your wide variety of skills. It's really tough to be that good at so many different things. You certainly have my respect.
I didn't imagine that modern young people were capable of this kind of patient and careful attention to detail. You're a genuine artisan.
Beautiful workmanship.
I suspect that recording and editing this video required almost as much time and trouble as the renovation did. ;)
Well i've enjoyed watching this video ,no music or talking ,very interesting ,love all molding ,Watch you all day,👍😊
I have so much more respect for all the little details in buildings with every new video on your channel my dude. Wow.
The amount of care and dedication to make all of this is beyond what i can express! I truly raise my hat to you for this amazing work of art and passion
Wow!! I didn’t know some of the things you done were even possible.. that’s some mad talent..
that was extremely satisfying to watch, also kudos to the filmer and editor
The experience you have in such things is incredible. The knowledge behind it is unmistakably fabulous. It's a shame we hardly see this kind of work anymore due to the fact it's all about cheap and quick process nowadays.
Superb video russ 👌 👏 👍🏽
I've been involved in Historic Preservation and Restoration for nearly thirty years, and your craftsmanship and technique is just about as good as I have ever seen. Well done you.
craftsmanship that hardly exist today
Pure gold the antidote to Barry Bucknell.😊
It will never get boring watching you seńor. I only wish I knew how to make something happen like this for myself i.e. get the amazing skills you have (without eons of hardwork put in) & have the £'s/$'s etc to be able to buy a place and be able to do justice the way you do paying attention to detail and showing us minions how things are done the right way. Thank you...
I really enjoy your channel! I also love that your work place isn’t a typical TH-cam neat freak shop. It’s messy and a little chaotic but despite that your work is flawless.
Wow double wow! I haven't seen this work since I was a child what an artist
This was my dream to be able to restore the beauty of old. Love this video, will be following your channel! Wonderful talent, thank you for sharing!!
This vid was an absolute pleasure to watch! Thank you for taking us along through the process, and please show us the completed project too! 😊
I usually have no interest in this kind of thing, however, I’ve just watched the whole video as it was fascinating! Absolutely frigging beautiful work 👏🏻👏🏻
Хорошая работа !
Мы делали подобное много лет назад ,для последних слоев использовали так называемый мертвый гипс. Долго его перемешивали с водой не давая схватится.Это сильно замедляет скорость затвердевания и делает его пластичным.Последние пару слоев получались идеально с одного прохода .
Удачи Вам в вашем деле .
You Sir are a true trades man. What skills you have it was a pure pleasure to watch you at work. Good luck from Ireland 🧔♂👷👷
Thank you for showing us not only optimal routines and letting us participate in the whole processes. Just great work!
Absolutely beautiful! Your attention to detail from start to finish is unmatched.
ACH-YES! THERE IS A POINT WHERE CRAFT BECOMES ART! THIS YOUNG MAN HAS NAILED-IT!!!
Thank you for caring about your work. CraftsMan.
Fantastic workmanship. What a gift.
Wow what a fantastic job you are a true craftsman. that must have taken you weeks for all that prep work. Mrs NYW must be very happy
All the materials you turn your hand to is impressive enough, but it's your thought process, perseverance and attitude to what you do is what sets you apart from others, if that could be taught then we'd have the next generation of Russ's!
That would be a fun project. You did Great. Standing with Applause.
A bloody mazing... Love traditional mouldings which is now pretty much extinct in modern shoe box homes.. you are very talented...👍
The attention to detail is breathtaking. It's speaks to the pride you have in what you do.
love this! often appreciated the mouldings in old houses - this makes me appreciate them even more! 🤩
Yorkshire has some of the best Craftsman . I hope you have someone to take on your legacy of plaster molding you're the Michael da Vinci of plaster. It's beautiful craft to watch! Thank you for sharing your skills.
This is some master craftsmanship hands down
As with everything that I've seen of your work on this wonderful old place, this is a sympathetic restoration, with mind-blowing attention to detail. Seriously well done old chap.
NYW never fails to amaze! Doing it right all these years!