A Most Unusual Repair - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration

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  • @ftwtexasstephens9629
    @ftwtexasstephens9629 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I enjoyed watching you repair a piece of furniture that was out of your normal.

  • @Veteran1965
    @Veteran1965 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +36

    The woodworking part is one thing but replicating the original color is an art all by itself 👍👍👍👍

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! It is, and is at least half the job!

  • @philwildcroft1764
    @philwildcroft1764 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

    I imagine the call with Wendy Maruyama started "I'm Tom Johnson of Thomas Johnson Furniture Restoration in Gorham Maine".. :)

    • @wollaminfaetter
      @wollaminfaetter 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      🤣

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      It did! But she already knew of me because she has worked a bit with my brother Greg

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thanks!

  • @AdamHougham
    @AdamHougham 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +47

    This was really interesting - I love how despite this piece being like nothing I've seen on your channel before you weren't phased and instead took your usual methodical approach to repairing it to its original state. I hope you get postive feedback from the designer - something I doubt you often have the opportunity to receive!

    • @gdp3rd
      @gdp3rd 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      In the original (4 years ago) he did hear back from the artist: "@wendymaruyama
      You did a fabulous job, Tom!!! Yes, SIR!!! Thank you for sharing the process!"

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Thanks! Wendy Maruyama was very helpful, and sent me the wood from which she made the leg! And helped with the paint as well

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Thank you! Yes, Wendy was very helpful

  • @MarrockV
    @MarrockV 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I love that the original artist helped you repair her work on the first piece.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Me too! Couldn't have done it without her!

  • @ericschnittker6775
    @ericschnittker6775 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +37

    Gotcha. This a compilation of 2 reruns. A Wendy Maruyama Postmodern on July 16, 2020, and a Victorian platform rocking chair on May 21, 2021. (I really had to hunt for these.) I've watched every video by Thomas Johnson since April 2011. And I don't mind seeing them again.

    • @queenbee3647
      @queenbee3647 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      I would watch if he just talked to us as he cleaned his shop. I like him. 😁

    • @julianwhitta1114
      @julianwhitta1114 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Nice work, Sherlock! My first thought on seeing this crop up in my feed was, “Some critter has had a go at that amazing Maruyama table AGAIN!”… Then I realised I’d seen this repair before, but couldn’t remember when.

    • @patriciafry8634
      @patriciafry8634 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The confidence of a surgeon! I would have been a nervous wreck.

    • @mandyleeson1
      @mandyleeson1 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@queenbee3647 Hahaha .... well said!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you Eric! You really have watched them all! There are about 300 videos. I really appreciate it!

  • @vickiwood9192
    @vickiwood9192 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Incredible repair! The table is not to my taste, but I'm glad you repaired it so beautifully.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thanks! Me too! Wendy Marayuma approved - that was so important

    • @lauralake7430
      @lauralake7430 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The problem solving on the Marayuma table was fascinating. What an interesting piece❤

  • @olobiksnagol2178
    @olobiksnagol2178 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I continue to be astonished by your ability to not only do the physical repairs but to match the colours, stain, dye, etc. Also, I appreciate you demonstrating that sometimes you simply need to stop and do an honest evaluation of the repair. Knowing when to stop is an important skill, one I'm personally still working on.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks! Yes, knowing when to stop... I often have to call someone into the shop and say where is the repair? If it takes them more than 30 seconds (or not at all), you're done!

  • @ronjones9373
    @ronjones9373 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +41

    Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    • @jimd4201
      @jimd4201 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Remarkable skill restoring a useless but pleasing to someone's Frankentable.

    • @donc-m4900
      @donc-m4900 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I was looking for a phrase that wasn't negative. 😅

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! It certainly is! I am encouraging people to look up "Wendy Marayuma" to learn and gain some appreciation of her work

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! These pieces, like all art, needs to be seen in context. Look up "Wendy Marayuma" wendymaruyama.com/home.html

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      wendymaruyama.com/home.html

  • @federicoprice2687
    @federicoprice2687 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Thomas: a master of his craft, and an inspiration to those who aspire to emulate his skills. Bravissimo! ❤

  • @robinredman5192
    @robinredman5192 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thomas, you really are a Multifaceted Antique Furniture Restorer. Also, I didn't realize you were a Real Rocker as well. Thanks for the videos and continue to be abundantly blessed my friend. John here, photographing the back-roads of Northeastern Tennessee, y'all.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks John! We are indeed "blessed"! I trust you are too!

  • @paulamorris4727
    @paulamorris4727 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The juxtaposition of that art piece with the spindle bench behind it is mind blowing. Your willingness to tackle such disparate work is impressive, as are the end results. That was some gorgeous wood! Lovely results as always.

  • @jomercer21113
    @jomercer21113 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Every time I see your videos, they help me come up with solutions to my own furniture repair problems.
    I often run across old springs in auto-lift treadle sewing machine cabinets that have built up corrosion and dirt to the point where they bind up like those on the rocker. A good cleaning and lube usually helps, but sometimes the spring is exhausted or on the verge of breaking and can't be easily addressed. The guide blocks are a brilliant solution!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! Yes, I thought so too! It's amazing how many things just need a good cleaning to work correctly

  • @OwlingDogDesign
    @OwlingDogDesign 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Great repairs, Tom! The repair on the modern table was quite the feat and the color match incredible. On repair #2, beautiful of course & so nice to see video with your old buddy. Warms the heart. ❤

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Cat! I lucked out on the paint - it helped when Wendy told me what she had used!

  • @chandrasekhargrenze9211
    @chandrasekhargrenze9211 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    You really teach kindness and respect in all possible ways... Just like postmodern philosophy can be healed by _love_ for humankind and creation, You healed that "chewed-by-something-natural" table with all Your skills, _regardless_ of it's design origin, paid the artist Your respect and at no point lost a negative connotation concerning that particular piece of furniture. _My_ first reaction to the first table was a negative frown, _BUT_ while watching You work on that table, just giving it the treatment and repairs _it_ needed with Your well known dedication to the work of someone else, You _taught me otherwise_ and turned my feeling from rejection into curiosity and joy about the successfully restored leg - _regardless_ of the table's style. You never stop to astonish me, and _cure_ me without knowing. Thank You Mr. Johnson!
    Ripple effect...

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you Chandra! Your kind words mean a lot to me. The artist, Wendy Maruyama: wendymaruyama.com/home.html

    • @chandrasekhargrenze9211
      @chandrasekhargrenze9211 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@johnsonrestoration I just combed through Wendy Maruyama's whole website, and yet another time I've learned something new and came to know an artist whose work and themes I actually like - not every single piece, but most of it. Time to open up (again) (and more) for me, so thank You so much, Mr. Johnson for the link!

  • @rogerdudra178
    @rogerdudra178 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The patience that you have toward fixing a damaged piece teaches me much about the redoing of some critter's chewing. Greetings from the BIG SKY of Montana.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks Roger! A lot of our time is protecting us from all the invasive animals out there! But this owner had an African parrot (actually 3 parrots) living in her home!

  • @MAndersenbamboorods
    @MAndersenbamboorods 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are a master of shaping and blending work together. I don’t think anyone else could have done such a great job.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! If you're making knives and fishing rods I bet you're better than me!

  • @Tscaperock
    @Tscaperock 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Very interesting table! Very unusual! And again a very excellent job!

  • @bunker123sugar
    @bunker123sugar 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've got to give you credit. You put the same care into everything you repair, antique or otherwise.

  • @chandarussell
    @chandarussell 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Although I’d seen the full videos of these 2 pieces before it’s always interesting to look back. Thanks.

  • @alanmiller6522
    @alanmiller6522 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Another beautiful Saturday morning with coffee and Tom. The post modern table isn't my cup of tea, but another fine repair. Now the Victorian rocker, I would gladly display it in our home.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Alan! Maybe it can be your cup of coffee?

  • @andymolly9100
    @andymolly9100 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm not a big fan of the first table but hats off to you Tom for your research and incredible skill in restoring it, well done!!!

  • @AD-hs2bq
    @AD-hs2bq 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I enjoy watching your great combination of art, engineering and technical skills. Your experience and patience bring these together in beautiful results. Thanks for reviewing these projects.

  • @marekpaul6110
    @marekpaul6110 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank's a pretty wild looking piece of furniture. Your repairs and restoration were as impeccable as usual. So much to learn and so little time. Lovely to see Ella in these videos.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! So true! And yes, I love seeing Ella...

  • @christelmuller9198
    @christelmuller9198 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hallo Thomas, das war gar nicht so einfach , aber wunderbar gelöst. Schön , deinen treuen und lieben Freund mal wieder zu sehen.
    Ich wünsche dir eine schöne neue Woche viele Grüße Christel 👍☺️

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Danke, Christel! Ich freue mich wirklich, Ella wiederzusehen! Entschuldigen Sie die verspätete Antwort, wir waren damit beschäftigt, den Sommer zu genießen!

    • @christelmuller9198
      @christelmuller9198 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@johnsonrestoration 👍🍀👍

  • @randallcarpenter5313
    @randallcarpenter5313 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Tom, I think you did a nice, honest, restoration. It looks great.

  • @edadpops1709
    @edadpops1709 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    One of the strangest repairs you’ve done thanks

  • @baseball4697
    @baseball4697 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So smart to overlap three pieces. Gives great strength. But then you are Thomas Johnson … of Gorham, Maine! Always learn something from you! Thanks always for sharing.

  • @RumMonkeyable
    @RumMonkeyable 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Unusual, beautiful table. Mr. Johnson can restore ALL types of furniture! Well done! 👍👏❤

  • @lesleybaker29
    @lesleybaker29 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Amazing! All those angles!!! All that colour!!!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Lesley! Yes! It's amazing it worked out...

  • @carolusay1011
    @carolusay1011 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have saw this restoration some time ago...... I am a big fan of your work and your videos before and after the restorations....... Wishing you good health and I love the work that you do. Carol Usay....... :)

  • @jtreg
    @jtreg 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Very instructive, Tom... all those angles, this is where I would mess up. I particularly like the content involving reclamation using carpentry. Great stuff!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! Yes, the angles are difficult!

  • @dawnnburwell3491
    @dawnnburwell3491 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Wow! Always an adventure watching your videos. Seen this special table in many design books! It’s not out of your realm…you always impress me with your skill!😊❤

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! I am so glad someone appreciates Wendy Maruyama's work

  • @lissataylor12345
    @lissataylor12345 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are a man of many talents. Fantastic job! Thanks for sharing your thought process as you repaired the damage.

  • @carolmccorry3053
    @carolmccorry3053 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice fix Thom, great that artist was happy to help you out😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Carol! It sure was, she was very gracious

  • @terrywarner8657
    @terrywarner8657 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    @13:07 you've got a good camera angle, a good creative comment, and a logical shot edit. Not bad cinematography for a wood butcher who obsesses over nits in clear finishes.

  • @davidpierce1554
    @davidpierce1554 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello Mr. Thomas, long time no see, I thought I lost your videos, your work is out of this world, and great..

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! I'm still kickin'! New video soon...

  • @aires69uk
    @aires69uk 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I only realised yesterday that TH-cam hasn't been showing me your videos lately so I came along to have a look and this is a really interesting video.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks! Yes, I don't understand the whole notification thing

  • @mrclaus859
    @mrclaus859 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thanks for posting Tom

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're so welcome! Thanks for watching!

  • @lanecobb4150
    @lanecobb4150 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    "But don't worry, I still have plenty of chances to screw up." 😂😂😂

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Always! Thanks Lane! I'm enjoying all the interaction

  • @noreenspruyt6890
    @noreenspruyt6890 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Sweet solution for a safe way to ventilate your space when you spray! Great improvisation!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Noreen! It seems to do the job

    • @noreenspruyt6890
      @noreenspruyt6890 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @johnsonrestoration Sorry, this comment was meant to be posted somewhere else. I am sure it made you shake your head. 😀Thanks for the reply. I have no furniture repair experience. It was interesting to see how you built the leg back up using three pieces of wood in a 'stair step' and the carving of the excess off.

  • @angelinaklineburgess5286
    @angelinaklineburgess5286 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job ! Loved seeing you give the same analysis and insight to an unusual project!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks Angelina! I loved this project!

  • @HenryMichelin
    @HenryMichelin 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Art restoration!!, way to go Tom.

  • @lindaparlatore841
    @lindaparlatore841 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The color match looks great.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Linda! I lucked out with this one!

  • @mollynakamori
    @mollynakamori 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Remarkable work, Tom. Hello, dear, sweet Ella . . . . 💔

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks Molly! I miss her every day!

  • @roliekennelley5589
    @roliekennelley5589 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Tom,
    That table was a victim. And like any doctor you didn't care about the patient's origin, ethnicity or anything else. You just fixed them up. Absolutely fantastic repair. As usual your "looks pretty good" is better than anybodies perfect.

  • @jreese8284
    @jreese8284 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This comment (and the accompanying "like") are for the Victorian rocker; it looks pretty good. While I'm sure you did your usual great job on the post-modern piece, I couldn't bear to watch it. There is such a thing as objective beauty; and that's a counterexample, that table. Thanks for your wonderful teaching; I've learned much!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! Maybe that is the point of the piece!

  • @tomjohnson7622
    @tomjohnson7622 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice work Tom.

  • @Wheel_Horse
    @Wheel_Horse 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You sir are every bit the artist that Wendy is! Bravo!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you! Not really - but I'll take the compliment!

  • @markgordon4368
    @markgordon4368 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Drop everything Thomas is on 😊

  • @Wintersnow147
    @Wintersnow147 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You’re a master craft man @ the highest level. Excellent work!

  • @UptownMovies
    @UptownMovies 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    One thing I have learned watching all your videos. Do a small test each time before you undertake a large procedure. You do it regularly and it's a good reminder.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! It's also good when you don't want to screw up on camera!

  • @timmaggard8862
    @timmaggard8862 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    great job Tom!

  • @alisonmoffitt1051
    @alisonmoffitt1051 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    And it’s only early evening! Yippee! I remember this one. So interesting.

    • @totallynottrademarked5279
      @totallynottrademarked5279 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      This was one of his first videos I watched. I loved how he took it in steps instead of just little blocks to create a glue lamination for strength. Such an interesting piece to try to repair not ruin the artists intentions.

    • @lanecobb4150
      @lanecobb4150 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@totallynottrademarked5279 i'm trying to figure out what the artist's intentions were. My thoughts are getting darker and darker.😅

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you Alison!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me too! Thanks!

  • @captainufo4587
    @captainufo4587 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +75

    I don't blame the animal. They saw that thing and though, "mother of God, let me try to improve it."

    • @lanecobb4150
      @lanecobb4150 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Hahahaha 😂

    • @manuela_kral4983
      @manuela_kral4983 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      🤣 that's a good one!

    • @missmarple2793
      @missmarple2793 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I think the parrot loved it!

    • @fgb3126
      @fgb3126 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      "They saw that thing and though, "mother of God, let me try to REMOVE IT".

  • @denisesmith6359
    @denisesmith6359 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    A great repair on a very different piece

  • @maddieadams75
    @maddieadams75 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very nice restoration. ❤

  • @Tim-57
    @Tim-57 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey Tom
    Fantastic job on both pieces, really like the rocker.
    Take care of Yourself 😊

  • @jfm1115
    @jfm1115 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I can't be the only one wondering what your brothers Greg thought?
    I enjoy when you reminisce about your father's shop. I'd enjoy a video where you talk more about his shop and what he taught you all. Any pictures would be enjoyable.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks! I'd like to be able to put something together...

  • @jorisdemoel3821
    @jorisdemoel3821 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good to rewatch these.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! I enjoy seeing them again too!

  • @bakoresident6302
    @bakoresident6302 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love your dixie cups Tom!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! What would we do without them!

  • @DonnaGleim
    @DonnaGleim 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome job!

  • @MOLLIMEDIA
    @MOLLIMEDIA 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing repair technique and awesome detail work. 👍🏻

  • @slawomirh.3636
    @slawomirh.3636 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Mistrz Thomas jak zwykle w doskonałej formie. Naprawa fotela perfekcyjna. Muszę się przyznać, przy pierwszym meblu pomyslałem, że to gwiezdny niszczyciel z sagi Lucasa :))

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Dziękuję! Tak, to ciekawy utwór! Zacząłem go lubić

  • @flintcog
    @flintcog 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Totally incredible.

  • @davidwinokur2131
    @davidwinokur2131 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I don't think that rocker ever looked this good.

  • @ellesmerewildwood4858
    @ellesmerewildwood4858 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The repair on that modern table certainly looks pretty good, not sure about the piece itself. But, to each their own.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! That piece needs to be seen in person, especially in it's home. wendymaruyama.com/home.html

  • @Lightning77305
    @Lightning77305 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very interesting, great work!

  • @KeiPalace
    @KeiPalace 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    great piece! I loved this style when I was in university!

    • @plumbr13
      @plumbr13 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It's a style?

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes! Thanks! I never got tired of looking at it

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Very much so! Post-Modern, it is also sometimes called "studio" furniture wendymaruyama.com/home.html

  • @jamielandis4606
    @jamielandis4606 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Here’s a restoration after my heart. I have an antique rocker that was very old when I was little in the 60s. I have always loved it. It was chewed on by a dog. It’s missing a chunk of runner. My father had stripped it of paint in the late 70s, so, I know the finish is wrong. I hope to have it restored someday.

  • @jamesweekes6726
    @jamesweekes6726 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    "Don't worry, I've still got plenty of chances to screw up"....Never! From those of us would have used wood epoxy and sandpaper, thanks for showing us how it should be done Tom. Take care.

  • @generessler6282
    @generessler6282 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent. Lots of fun. I wonder if it was on oil finish that was completely absorbed by the wood over time and never renewed. (Ha. Just hit send, and you pulled out the Watco... Good stuff.) I guess you could only get symmetric spring action if they were wound in opposite directions. The blocks were a great solution. The original design might have benefited by having a cup shape in the top rail matched by a part-round crown in the bottom. Looks pretty good, indeed!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Gene! Yes, I couldn't believe the springs were not opposed

  • @Cradley684
    @Cradley684 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great work Tom. have a nice day !!!. Brian UK !!!.😀😀🏁🏁.

  • @feltonite
    @feltonite หลายเดือนก่อน

    That builder was smoking the good stuff.

  • @sharondetrick950
    @sharondetrick950 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the rocker!

  • @Merlin_Price
    @Merlin_Price 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just joined this channel. Really like the beat of it.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! Welcome! These are our "summer repeats", new content soon

  • @waltbellamy9739
    @waltbellamy9739 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    nice job !!!!!!

  • @dameonerichathway2298
    @dameonerichathway2298 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    From the famous Beetlejuice collection 😂

    • @jamestoton3593
      @jamestoton3593 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      100%! I thought the same thing- “looks like a piece from the original Beetlejuice movie”. 😂

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Man! I've got to watch that movie!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! I need to see that

  • @vilmasaldate
    @vilmasaldate 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hello Mr Johnson I love your videos, your work is the best I’ve seen, thank you so much! I also love the animals on the videos, I miss Ella… I’d like to know, are the cats yours?

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you Vilma! Yes, those are our barn cats, Veronica and Orion

  • @Celiamarcal2
    @Celiamarcal2 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Muito trabalhoso. Você conseguiu com TALENTO, HABILIDADE E MUITA PACIÊNCIA, devolver a beleza criativa do móvel. Não da para ver as emendas , de tão perfeitas. Parabéns.

  • @Tscaperock
    @Tscaperock 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Now that is one impressive iron clamp!

  • @susanpaulson9010
    @susanpaulson9010 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing

  • @Veteran1965
    @Veteran1965 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for sharing your technique 👍

  • @lourdesarenas4550
    @lourdesarenas4550 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hola, me gustaria saber como fueron tus principios en el oficio y como llegaste a saber tantas técnicas y tantos trucos. Veo que sabes de pintura, escultura, mecánica,etc. Y todo lo que haces te queda tan bien, y por eso me admira tu trabajo. Saludos y felicitaciones

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ¡Gracias Lourdes! Soy carpintero de tercera generación. Mi padre tenía un negocio de restauración y mis dos hermanos y yo estamos en el negocio. Empecé cuando tenía 13 años, hace 60 años. ¡Todo es cuestión de experiencia! Mi hija es carpintera y tiene su propio negocio en Oregón.

  • @triplex86
    @triplex86 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The rocking chair restoration was absolutely superb and very enjoyable to watch. As for the modern table, it is not to my taste so I skipped that part but each to his own - I guess some people like it.

    • @chrisgordon9829
      @chrisgordon9829 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I did.

    • @queenbee3647
      @queenbee3647 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Dont care for the table, but the repair? Awesome. And I always have time for Thom. 😁

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! You should watch it - a nice repair wendymaruyama.com/home.html

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I sure did! Thanks! wendymaruyama.com/home.html

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Queenbee! wendymaruyama.com/home.html

  • @poppamad979
    @poppamad979 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow. Great effort on a very..........interesting?? piece of furniture. I obviously have no vision for creativity.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! Yes, you have to learn about it and the artist to fully appreciate it wendymaruyama.com/home.html

  • @jameskalbfell1507
    @jameskalbfell1507 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The fact that the artist picked,and trusted you says a lot. I’m sure you are qualified to repair anything.jim k.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Jim! Yes, Wendy's support meant a lot to me wendymaruyama.com/home.html

  • @laurensouthgate2458
    @laurensouthgate2458 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That looks really good. I didnt know someone can be authouried to work on furniture.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Lauren! These are valuable and the repairs should always be in consultation with the maker if possible

  • @1nt3gr4l
    @1nt3gr4l 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'd have to agree with you, it does look pretty good :)

  • @bruceferrero8178
    @bruceferrero8178 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Betelgeuse table!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks! Is that supposed to mean "Beetlejuice"? I should watch that sometime

    • @bruceferrero8178
      @bruceferrero8178 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@johnsonrestoration yes. It was originally spelled like the star. The lady in the movie had some art and furniture that was in the style.

    • @bruceferrero8178
      @bruceferrero8178 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The 1988 film.

  • @Starboatbuilder
    @Starboatbuilder 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi again
    One of the most clever thoughts from the Vlog is too much time trying to "match" is forget get it and put the item on display . Great Vlog and know back to eating lobster

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! Oh yeah, "knowing when to stop" Finally went to Luke's Lobster on Commercial St. - good! (not as much fun as from a food truck on a lobsterman's yard)

  • @keithagn
    @keithagn 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    As usual, it's an excellent repair. However, I have to say that piece of furniture is rather...unsettling... Regards from Canada 🇨🇦

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks! Maybe that's point? wendymaruyama.com/home.html

  • @youtube_learner
    @youtube_learner 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Interesting that it was made out of Jelutong. When I took woodwork classes in Junior High back in 1975, the teacher provided Jelutong for all beginner-level projects. It it extremely easy to work with hand tools and to sand to a very smooth finish, with almost no discernable grain pattern. It's similar to Balsa wood in appearance, although not quite as white, and similar in hardness to the soft grain in Pine.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! Yes, that was my first experience with it. Very nice wood, so finely grained

  • @tomdale1313
    @tomdale1313 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    good stuff, thxs for sharing...

  • @terrayjos
    @terrayjos 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Watching The Cottack Workshop and he said he enjoyed a conversation he had with "Tom Johnson"!! 😉

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! I'm not sure who that is.. I'll look him up

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Looks interesting! Thanks!

  • @kevinweis1964
    @kevinweis1964 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very nice work! Any tips on cleaning gilted wood that's 250+ years old? Trying to restore a 1760 english longcase clock case. The column caps are gilted wood on the bonnet door. Thanks

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks! I don't! I have always stayed away from that. Try a dry soft brush. A weak solution of a gentle soap like pure castille soap should be fine too.

  • @WilliamNast-v1g
    @WilliamNast-v1g 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    TOM, YOUR SKILL IS EXTRAORDINARY. THAT MODERN TABLE WAS A CHALLENGE FOR EVEN YOU, I'M SURE, BUT YOU SHOWED IT WHO WAS BOSS!!! TERRIFIC REPAIR.

  • @the_atomshop
    @the_atomshop 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    nice job. I actually like that table. It's fun.

  • @williammc63
    @williammc63 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How is summer in Maine? Humid and HOT here on the Prairie.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks William! We had a week of hot humid weather in July, we actually had to run our air conditioners! But luckily now, August, we are having beautiful weather, 80's and low humidity. We are fortunate!

  • @kenallen6866
    @kenallen6866 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just went online to see what that "art" piece was worth, Insane. You could not have given me that thing. In any case, no one is seeing that repair unless you point it out and maybe not then. Beyond impressed by this fix, the devil is in the details.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Ken! It's a good thing you're not her target audience! You need to see these pieces in the proper setting, which is not my shop!