I Turned this $5 Broken Level in to a Piece of Art with Epoxy Resin
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In this video i'm restoring a Broken Spirit Level.
I found this Broken Spirit Level at flea market and cost me $5.
Right away i knew that i can make a nice restoration video for you.
This Restoration took me 7 days to complete.
I like so much this Level with epoxy resin and will be next to my other restoration for display on my shelf.
I hope you like my work and my video.
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I was working on this project for 7 days
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Is there a particular reason why you don't talk or sugar face?
Show your face* lol
Do you sell this thing?
So how did you check if it was level? lol
Beautiful.
First thought: the guy who sold that for 5 dollars was a genius.
That was my first thought as well!
The seller is a genius
😂😂😂
Some people are just ruthless
Well it still was a level but 5 dollars is still a lot
“Do you think this is too much sandblasting?”
No. My desire for sandblasting will never be sated.
Most enjoyable part for me
Unless you work at a construction site. A risk of getting your face sandblasted will make you close your eyes and try to find a safer place after hearing a sandblasting compressor hissing around.
I want one of those laser rust removers - if only they were not $10,000 to $50,000 dollars (US) a piece...
sandblasting!!!!!!!!
There is no such thing as too much sandblasting!
As a tradesmen who uses tools I really appreciate what you did to this. Absolutely wonderful. As a tip though if you reset the bubbles again on a level,sit it on another level that is held in a level position as a confirmation reference as you are bedding them in the plaster to ensure they are parallel to the edge of the levels surface. I only mention because you did check the trueness against another level at the end. As a piece heritage being preserved for non practical use it obviously doesn't matter but given the amazing level of detail to your work I know it would have annoyed you had it been out of true. I thank you for this vid.
I suspected he did check this off cam, while the plaster was moist again.
Well said…
If you plan to do more resin projects I would recommend getting a pressure pot or chamber, this would make sure all the tiny air bubbles throughout the resin are removed during the curing process
it would’ve been funny to see little plastic figures inside the resin like they were working on the broken wood.
What a great idea! 😀
I thought a similar thing. Like maybe even a plastic bug.
@@oneeyejeff6809 Or a tiny fish!
Omg yes and maybe they would cover those little nails there. you can just stick them up those nails and voila!
Fantastic idea!
A beautiful example of, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure!”
yes
I think it'd be cool to have a summary at the end of videos- how long it took to repair, how long he had to wait for paint and epoxy to set, how much he spent on repair materials, etc
The question is how long he had to do with editing this video. I think a bit more than with the restoration.
Nobody fixes or repairs anything anymore. Disposable world... This was worth the effort and experience. Nice job.
I'm sure you can find people who fix things up like this all around. And if you can't, you got people on TH-cam who are showing others that its fun, interesting, and enjoyable to tinker around. Heck! If you're restoring things, please start a channel! I follow every single restoration channel I stumble on.
@R. Carter: I've been saying it for years. That's why the divorce rate is so high. Because at the first sign of trouble everyone just throws things away instead of repairing it and a marriage takes work.
Actually us broke people repair things pretty often 😂
But see companies cant make money if a product is built to last. They want you to Pay for a new one Or Have to send it in through there services for "repair" they dont want you fixing things
But like I said, people use resin now, so stop waiating
Several things
1.) this is incredible
2.) there’s no such thing as “too much” sandblasting, we’ve been over this
3.) this reminds me of Kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold solder so as to highlight rather than hide the damage.
4.) yes do more!
Given the opportunity, I would sand-blast most things into dust.
Was about to post the exact same thing. 👍
can you dye epoxy so it looks like wood?
I mean there are colored epoxies but I know that personally I’d prefer clear like this.
*proceeds to sandblast a piece of wood until nothing is left but splinters and sawdust*
I love how you can still see the original damage. It still shows some history of the item, while being restored.
Hear hear, well said 💙 I totally agree 💙
But it’s not restored lol. It’s remade.
Which begs to question, how did it get that kind of damage?!
This peace will have people saying how did this happen for years to come
This is a very respectful restoration, one that preserves the history of the level. Well done, I hope more people follow this example
This chanel helps me to fell asleep faster
Same unfortunately
Same
Me too
@HyperLami Same bro!! It’s not even because it’s boring. But when I’m tired I put these videos on before bed and I sleep amazingly after
X2 i don't know why or how but it helps 😴😴😴😴
A wood project like this would be a good opportunity for resin stabilisation inside the wood using a vaccum pot, just like you could use it to de-gas the resin to decrease the amount of bubbles :) Great video!
He would need Cactus juice resin for stabilizing wood but a project like this would be a great candidate for hardening existing wood. I think I would just replace the wood.
It would be a good video to see him make or restore a vacuum chamber so that it could be used to do more resin projects like this. because it looks amazing. Restoration but keeping the history of the item.
There are aerosol sprays that force the bubbles to the surface that work in a fraction of the amount of time a vacuum chamber would take.
ok i don't have any idea what you guys are talking about im just here to read comments
Ok first of all what are you guys talking about
small suggestion
when you install the screws for the last time, put a dab of epoxy on them, it should make the threaded holes invisible instead of leaving them opaque white because of the scratches :)
A minute thing but I thought you might like to try it :D
It is not too late. A drop or two of CA thin on top of the screw will enter fill and dry christal clear.
Clever... very clever.
Voice of experience
I love so much how he organizes the parts after dismantling them!!! I just love it
Seeing your care, patience and skill bringing this abused tool back to life and giving it an appeal it never originally had was really nice and I am happy to subscribe to appreciate more of your superb workmanship.
'TysyTube Restoration' is my second favorite channel after 'my mechanics' channel.
These people are really good at what they are doing...😍😍😍
Tysy has definitely come a long way since the first videos, where he didn't even prime before painting with a rattlecan. :)
If you enjoy TysyTube, look up Hand Tool Rescue too, dude's pretty funny, but he mostly restores very old tools and mechanical equipment.
Thanks a lot! Now I have yet another You Tube channel to spend several non productive minutes on😁
The only restoration channels I watch are TysyTube, Hand Tool Rescue, and My Mechanics.
I love to watch the sandblasting, it's never too much to me 😄
I love tge sandblasting parts as much as I do all the rest. I really enjoy watching the entire process. And this was one of my favorites.....truly gorgeous. And a really clever solution to restore its artistry.
My grandfather was hell on wheels when it came to restoring something made of wood. But I don't think he would have tackled anything like this. Great job!
3:46 "do you think is to much sandblasting?" No, there is never enough sandblasting. That's always my favorite part.
Yeah man, sandblasting is the best part of the video
I love sandblasting
Yes, sandblasting is oddly satisfying. Don't cut it.
mine too. I loved it
I like that instead of replacing the old wood you filled it out~
Wood has it's own life and character and I appreciate keeping it rather than just pulling out a new piece.
It just dawned on me..........these projects are full of LOVE!!!
Just as a grandmother puts tons of love into the food she makes, Tysy puts tons of love into his restorations!!! Is that what makes them so beautiful??
Came here by accident - 50 years ago I inherited my grandfather's level - which is exactly like this one and which I still use - my guess is that it's around 110 years old - loved watching this one get restored!!
Amazing job. Thanks for not putting music. It is quite enjoyable to hear the sounds of the tools.
Amazing work as always. Only 1 minor thing. When using resin, please apply heat from heat gun. Bubbles will burst and the result will be even smoother! Cheers!
i did that, but the resin was to thick and bubbles to small to exit
@@TysyTube... it needed to be put in a pressure chamber to get them out, but the bubbles actually make this piece look even better, so I like them! Most projects would need to be put under pressure if you want to avoid them...
TysyTube Restoration try pulling a vacuum on it next time? :D
What I like is that you did not replace the wood with some new wood, but that you kept the original in tact, while making the product useful again. Would love to buy this for my house.
Watching you work is a zen experience for me. You are truly inspirational. Thank you.
Q: Too much sandblasting?
A: I think I need a solid 5-10 min of sandblasting to release some of my anxiety.
But seriously, your videos are so relaxing that I always fall asleep afterwards. Thanks for the upload and great job with all your projects!
As someone who does sandblasting as part of their job, can confirm when working on something you're taking all of the paint off is amazing
omg yass I feel the same way dude. Iwatch these before going to sleep too, I have several anxiety atacks and this helps me so much tho
*Tysy:* Asking lots of questions
*Me:*
🤣🤣🤣🤣, good answer 👍🤣🤣🤣
I actually answer, most of the time! 🤣
Do you think the epoxy dust has made its way into our drinking water yet?
@@vince55sanders who cares?
@@TysyTube use vibration for remove bubbles
I bet that restoration videos are 10 times better than any ASMR or Mukbang in the world.
There's never too much sand blasting. I find it so incredibly satisfying!
One of my favorite restorations. While you were taking it apart I was dismayed at how it looked like a lost cause, but you are a true artist and profesional, and made it better than new. Your work is inspiring.
What kind of guy would ask $5 for literally half of wooden level? Did they really think "hey, it still has one side flat so you can use it as intended, so pay up"
Edit: I half-expected you to make a new wooden frame and fit it with all the polished brass, but this way it looks good as well
exactly 😂😂😂
It's not always about the money.$👍$👍$
I won't pay 50 cents for that
@@alicewong8190 That's because you're a woman.
but it's antique :'D
Yes, do more resin projects. That was very interesting with an unusual outcome.
I love that you used a new technique to preserve an old tool. Well done!
This is such a cool way to restore the missing half of the level.
Epoxy is like an underwater world with the frozen time
0lympy That’s exactly what I thought!
Don't tell sellers you do restorations on TH-cam until after you agree on price.
Absolutely love the channel, it is my new favourite.
Keeping me sane
Just the sort of work that should become a serious Trade Trophy for a precision tool and equipment maker’s Award. There must be dozens of variations on this theme. I remained riveted to this video.
Cheers from Downunder👍🇦🇺
$5 for that broken level? Your vision for this was strong lol
“I make a new one” is a trademark!!
But my mechanics has stated in one of that's videos that he loves Tysy tube so he is just paying homage and honoring the man and not stealing from him, I rather laughed when that line appeared
By the way I loved your comment I just wanted to give my perspective, hope you don't mind.
actually he wrote "i made a new one" =)
Your attention to detail is phenomenal. I really enjoy watching your work and the matching screws, WOW.
6:05 Tysytube: How many bubbles did you count?
Me: Ummmmm...... infinity ♾?
30,411,011
"all of them"
2.173.963
3,121,567
12 to be exact
I am from Iraq. I love watching the videos you post, thank you
Next video epoxy resin IED.
@@aviohebshalom3392 dude , you ok ? No need to bitch the man 🤨
I work with a bunch of Iraqis. Good people.
Q: How many bubbles did you count?
A: Idk...at least 4.
🤣🤣🤣🤣
all the bubbles.
93.147 at all .
You're exactly right! It IS at least 4! You're so smart, I bet you could even teach us the recipe for concentrated dark matter.
@@Badenhawk I might not be right but I'm not wrong either.
O my gosh this was so awesome! I think we should do all broken wood that can't be salvaged like that.
Yes, I would really like to see more resin projects. It's better than watching tv right now. Love your work.
I’m fifty years time someone will be restoring the other side that’s rotted and it will become full epoxy
Mister B303 😂
The Level of Theseus
Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha
No, because the wooden part is now thoroughly covered with resin too and thus protected from rot, at least as long as it is not broken.
He sealed it...so that's a no
Also, a cheap alternative to getting a pressure chamber, just pour the resin in layers and use a blowtorch quickly over the resin. It will help remove the smaller bubbles. Also, might have been interesting to seal the entire thing in resin instead of using the glass again. It would make this level indestructible.
So not ever torch. Vacuum or controlled temp. If the project is small enough to refrigerate for 25 min to retard the hardening process do that. This will give more time for the bubbles to escape. Applying high heat to the surface accelerates the fine upper layer to cure faster then the lowers trapping the air bubbles. Even if you are only pouring 1/16/ to 1/8 at a time. It will also leave your final coat to have ripples as well as over yellow the resins for the reaction exceeding critical reaction temperatures. Getting a used mini ac unit or window unit and creating a cool box is the the best way hands down. I have a few river tables resting now.
hey the guy does great on his own he don't need any suggestions from "I can do betters "
@@Slick1G3 When did I say I could do better? I was commenting for anybody that can't afford a pressure chamber.
Please don't mischaracterize what I commented just so you could argue with what you decided it meant. WTF
Очень красиво видео отснято. Отличная работа, шикарный уровень получился.
What you did my friend is what I have devoted my life to....restoring and maintaining old world skills. You created a piece of art...thank you.
An old piece like this, despite is functionality, the mere fact that it was "reborn" from decades of neglect, should become an elegant display piece, to adorn a craftsman's worktable or display shelf!
Hi, great work, but on the vac/pressure chamber debate. I’ve seen other YT vids where a pressure chamber is used and the mixed epoxy is put into he Vacuum. Chamber after mix, but before pouring to extract the bubbles. And yes it does “boil” - but this was allowed for in the size of the mixing chamber. Then it was carefully poured into he mould. (I think the object was a large dining room table. So Vac is a bit more practical than getting a pressure chamber. Anyway the object would have to remain in the Pressure chamber for the curing or when the pressure was released the bubbles would just go back to normal size)?
@@dc9999ify Yes, you are correct about the pressure chamber squeezing the bubbles smaller until the pressure is released, then they just blow back up where they were. Vacuum chamber will expand the bubbles, the increased buoyancy will bring them to the surface and pop. My father and I have worked with liquid acrylics and epoxies for decades, we found vacuum works the best. A simple propane torch waved across the surface of liquid epoxy will also clear off any bubbles.
That’s next level. Awesome.
🤣🥰
You might even say, a whole new level.
It's plumb krazy!
Sandblasting and laser engraving it’s never too much. We don’t see enough of it. So more please. Thanks
Yes, more epoxy resin projects please! Especially for the restoration of old hand tools.
03:47 Never can there be "too much" sand blasting. Never, I say!
*proceeds to sandblast a piece of wood until nothing is left but splinters and sawdust*
WHO has the nerves to take 5$ for something they should give away for free?!
Theodor K well as they say one man’s trash is another man’s treasure, might as well make a quick buck out of it
they should pay me to throw it away
its an old wooden level. people like to restore them. the brass, and level parts in/on it alone are worth more than $5
It's called a free market, and you don't gotta buy it.
@@GRIM_7REAPER thats not true, look up the price for 1kg scrap brass and consider how much you would get for the piece's. I wouldn't even consider the wood to be good enough to burn in my oven and the level parts maybe 2 dollar's for brand new pieces.
Other then nostalgie or "free market" is there near to no Value in the Parts. I would accept a emotional Value but I heard People overestimate the Value of scrap "parts" too often.
One of the better ideas I have seen. Not only does it look good, it works great!
WOW! Mesmerising and the finished level is truly a piece of art. Beautiful but also functional.
This is some “level up” restoration right here. Good job.
I like the rapid hamer sound its better than silence or royalty free music
I like royalty free music on Jenna Marbles videos tho.
Love watching the tutorial. Your knowledge and patience...🙏🙏🙏
The end result is so beautiful and unique, that I would use that level only for clean inside work or just to ornate my office. Great job! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
"I made a new one" My mechanic feelings 😂
Your work is been better every day, and I loved the bubbles! Love from Brazil!
me at the start of every video: no way this thing can be fixed.
tysy: hold my drill
no fr though every time i think something is unfixuble you fix it
good job and keep it up 👍
Honestly my favorite restoration so far
Sure! Make lots more epoxy resin projects. I never saw this one coming. Very cool😊
Wow, incredible restoration. I like that you left the broken section clear, instead of using a color gives it a lot of character, and the sand blasting really works well 🤘
I'm speechless.
What you did with this old level is simply stunning.
Yup we like the hammer sound. And the grinder. And all the working tool sounds. So more please. Thanks
I absolutely loved this video. What imagination. Wonderful
I think this is beautiful, I love pieces that incorporate metal and wood AND resin! I think I enjoy watching wood being sandblasted even more than metal for some reason 🤔
This turned out a lot better than I expected. I can't believe someone didn't throw that level away a long time ago but now you've got an interesting piece to keep around, nice job.
Yeah, the title bored me until I saw the restoration. Awesome video!
When things are "thrown away", they are simply moved from one place to another. Most of the time those things eventually return to the soil. Sometimes, though ... as today ... we get beauty from them.
Круто! Это такое оживление старого новыми методами. А получилось интересно)
Wow, unbelievable, a functional work of art.
That the spirt, this guy on another level , with resin
spirt? LOL
This joke resin-ated with me.
So there’s this guy named rick
Why didn’t you calibrate while inserting the glasses? Only at the end when no adjustment would have been possible?
Given how exactly it was to his other level, you don't think he did off camera?
@@medes5597 The top part of the level has a huge curve. What about that?
Kyrie Kwsta the curve you see in a lot of levels.. maybe the older ones..
You can see that it wasnt as true as the newer one. The guy who made the comment was right. Should have made it 99.9% true before the plaster dried. But it's a nice art piece. I wouldn't attempt to level anything with it. I'm sure it's more for show.
I agree, all that work for a paperweight
Such patience and precision! Lovely piece. Great job!
Quedo espectacular! Excelente trabajo! Los admiro muchísimo.
For the non-foggy resin, you can put on a coat of resin over it and it’ll make it transparent, the outside is foggy because you were sanding it. But you can easily fix that with more resin.
I love it! A lot of restoration youtubers would've tossed out the wood part, but you did what you could to prserve it instead. Brilliant!
Amazing resurrection video 😊
Your work is absolutely AMAZING! Truly a work of art.
A quick way to check level on even an unlevel surface is to lay it down, note where the bubble is. then, flip it 180 degrees and if its in the same spot its level
I was my father's right hand daughter. Through him, I developed a love for tools especially old ones. You took a once beautiful level and took it to a whole new level.
Only a level headed person would do this.
I quite like the bubbles in the epoxy. Good job. 👏
You really took this restoration to the next level.
That's not what restoration means
inoob26 You really missed that one didn’t ya?
Yes, you should make more epoxy projects. You’ re really gifted.
Amazing results! When I first saw the broken wood, I thought you were going to somehow replace it with new wood... the clear resin was a great choice, and made it look so cool! I love your restorations, and you will always get two thumbs up from me!
Only an artist would be "crazy" enough to do this. Awesome. I hope you took it back to show the guy you bought it from. 👍🙂
Never enough sandblasting!!!! Great job loved it
Absolutely stunning I’d love to see more projects using this style 🏴
This restoration is on another level.
Yeah, it really makes the grade.
That was just plane wrong.
🔥🔥🔥🔥
You guys are plumb crazy.
Very enjoyable to watch, taking mental notes. Excellent work!!
Wow... this is incredible. So painstaking and so much attention to detail.
The sandblasting is my favorite part of your videos 👍
The magic 5 things you never can have enough of: air to breathe, water to drink, food to eat, love and SANDBLASTING!
My son worked at a shop that restored classic and antique cars and trucks. He was the blast man. In two weeks, in GA summer heat, he had enough sandblasting to do a life time. He runs his own shop now and has hired help for sandblasting. There is a thing as too much fun.
Love it! A mesmerizing, inspiring, beautiful new old thing .