WATCH THIS before you restore furniture!

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 พ.ย. 2023
  • In this video I will restore classic Estonian china cabinet, that was mistreated by somebody. That model was popular in 1920 -1940 era, so they are pretty common even now. This one has fancy
    beveled glasses and nice walnut veneer. In 1950' s, the design changed and also materials were much cheaper.
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  • @MultiMarcoco
    @MultiMarcoco หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    When I was young I lived above my grandfather and grandmother's pub. They and my father and mother also lived up there. The pub had a U-shaped bar for 20 people. Once a year the bar was repainted with the varnish that is also used for wooden boats. Quite a hard layer of lacquer. I helped my grandfather remove the varnish layer with small glasses. You could see cigarette burns all over the bar. Sanding and 3 coats of lacquer. You can imagine that your hands hurt from scratching whit those little glasses.
    Always nice to see old furniture to be repaired. Soo much beauty compared what they make now. Just like that new architecture: unimaginative

  • @heru-deshet359
    @heru-deshet359 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +129

    From junk to a museum piece. As a restoration woodworker myself, this was was an immensely satisfying project to watch.

    • @ToloGF
      @ToloGF 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Do you remove varnish with a sandong machine too?

  • @Vickie-Bligh
    @Vickie-Bligh 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +129

    Ahti, that was beautiful. It looked cheap before, and a gorgeous antique after. Your restorations are a joy to watch. Thanks for sharing this.

  • @erikziak1249
    @erikziak1249 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +59

    Another beautiful piece of furniture saved by Ahti, after being botched by a bad restoration job before. Shows real knowledge, experience, skills, patience and attention to detail. A pleasure to watch.

  • @wendyhart
    @wendyhart 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +51

    It’s so weird how satisfying it is to watch you put on the varnish 😅! Your work is impeccable. Every time you post a new video I can’t wait to watch it! Thanks for sharing your craftsmanship!

  • @AnotherAccount-xe5cj
    @AnotherAccount-xe5cj 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I actually learned more just now than my entire life when it comes to restoring real wood furniture. THANK YOU.

  • @appolop8273
    @appolop8273 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I've seen hundreds of woodwork videos on TH-cam, this man's work is top notch, the best of all.

  • @yakubpatel1403
    @yakubpatel1403 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    After the beautiful and perfect restoration this cabinet is ready for more than two centuries ahead. Well done!

  • @rosannamize6622
    @rosannamize6622 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    It was great to see an antique restored to its former glory. I'm a true lover of antiques. It breaks my heart to see someone paint them just so they "fit" into whatever the style of the hour, day, month or year is. Thanks for bringing this beautiful piece back to life!

    • @lapetitefeuille8684
      @lapetitefeuille8684 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Mais je ne comprends pas comment des meubles peuvent être aussi abîmés avec le temps. J’ai beaucoup de meubles qui ont entre 100 et 130 ans et aucun n’est dans un état pareil et ce ne sont pas des meubles qui ont subis de grosses restaurations, certains n’ont même pas de vernis mais juste de la cire. Que font les gens avec leurs meubles ?

  • @adriennejames9120
    @adriennejames9120 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +31

    What a fantastic restoration!! I ADORE Art Deco, it's one of my favorite styles, and you did a wonderful job bringing this beauty back to life! I drooled over the beveled glass a bit, tbh. Thanks for another great video Ahti!❤❤

  • @kathyohara6658
    @kathyohara6658 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Sooo refreshing to watch a restorstion done so well, rather than a beautiful piece being trashed with paint. ❤

  • @deeskinner9014
    @deeskinner9014 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    That was stunning! So nice to see a master at work...and to learn. (^.^)
    I've used several of your techniques while working on a 1940's desk. It won't be anywhere near as good a job as you do, but will be perfect for my yarn.
    Thanks again for posting!

  • @davidpowellseattle
    @davidpowellseattle 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +45

    Your color matching skills are phenomenal. I am so glad to see that you allowed the walnut to be highlighted. Staining the oak (lesser wood) darker like it was originally made all the difference. Congratulations on another beautiful job!

  • @india23061974
    @india23061974 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Каждый раз, глядя на реставрацию, кажется, что лучше уже не сделать. И каждым следующим видео Ахти опровергает это. Здоровья вам и вашим чудесным рукам!

  • @maryestevez9356
    @maryestevez9356 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Sir, you are truly amazing & your knowledge is outstanding! Thank you for posting again. We miss you when we don’t get videos.

    • @ATRestoration
      @ATRestoration  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I promise, the next videos will be interesting and worth waiting.

  • @danismagic2
    @danismagic2 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Once again Ahti, you have turned a "scrap of wood" in a piece of Art. What I particulary like in your work, this is the cleverness you put in each part of your restorations. You observe a lot before doing anything. You have a deep respect for the pieces which enter in your shop, whatever are their value. Bravo for your work of love and passion. A pleasure to watch you at work indeed :-)
    François from France

  • @jimtownsend7899
    @jimtownsend7899 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Restoration is a thing of beauty. You made it a work of art.

  • @niklar55
    @niklar55 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I've had some experience of fixing damaged furniture, for friends, but the restoring and finishing of damaged veneers is a welcome revelation.
    Thanks!

  • @Ladybug-uf7uh
    @Ladybug-uf7uh 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I can imagine: Junior comes home from school (he is a freshman in high school) all enthused about wood shop. His semester assignment is to redo an old piece of furniture at home. Proud parents allow Junior to "redo" grandma's old hutch. The only caveat is that he can't paint it. Dad has a drill sander and there's that old varnish in the shed, so Junior is all set. It looks good enough when done (almost), but proud parents and Junior think it's fine. Hence it comes to you many years later in the beginning condition. Thank goodness you have a TH-cam channel to show us how it's done. I redid my mother's sewing machine cabinet that had blistered varnish from being too close to a fire. Mine turned out better than this, but not by much, about 60 years ago. So I speak with firsthand knowledge about Junior. North Carolina, USA

  • @girlnorthof60
    @girlnorthof60 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Lovely to see this beauty brought back to life in the hands of a pro. Thank you for the *many* hours of detailed recording & editing (that intro was funny) I'm always impressed with your fine results, Ahti. 👍

  • @rebekkakobernick7836
    @rebekkakobernick7836 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Athi, you're the best. I watch every video, it is so beautiful to see you working on old furniture with so much love. Thank you for being you.❤

  • @sophiachristo7546
    @sophiachristo7546 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    A Masterpiece restoration! A marvelous, majestic piece gained another 100 years of life! Thanks so much for sharing

  • @davidb0126a
    @davidb0126a 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Excellent work! It's so nice to see older furniture brought back to life. 👍

  • @mick326100
    @mick326100 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Outstanding as always, you are without question a true master of your craft, thank you for sharing.

  • @robertgriffith9703
    @robertgriffith9703 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    The Love for your Craft shows on Everything you do. Your Historical Knowledge on Antique furniture and how to apply the repairs accurately are Amazing! You make it look so damn easy and I know it's not.

  • @mauriciogonzalez3225
    @mauriciogonzalez3225 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    As a trade qualified French polisher in in awe of your attention to detail and patience with this restoration. This is the first of your content I have watch and I'm sure now that I've subscribed, I will be watching plenty more. Keep up the good work.

  • @susannesteinbock1639
    @susannesteinbock1639 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    You let shine the beauty of this wonderful furniture! Great job as usual!

  • @user-ei6os1uk7x
    @user-ei6os1uk7x 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Шедевр, реставрация просто идеальная.
    Мастер, вам низкий поклон,за восстановление .Этот шедевр, достоин музея,как прекрасный экспонат,чтоб люди любовались ,двнным шедевром
    ❤❤❤ Спасибо

  • @barbaracatalano6299
    @barbaracatalano6299 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Fantastic work. Love watching you save and rescue all these wonderful pieces. ❤❤❤

  • @monicadepaulabomfim6052
    @monicadepaulabomfim6052 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It was really very pleasant to see how you could detect the flaws in the old restoration and correct them, leaving the furniture imposing and beautiful again. In Brazil, my country of origin, carnauba wax is often used to finish. Thank you very much for making my Saturday more beautiful, Ahti. Bravo!👏👏🌷

    • @ATRestoration
      @ATRestoration  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thank you very much!

  • @JimGarver-tx8rj
    @JimGarver-tx8rj 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    It's great to watch a master restoring a beautiful piece of furniture.

  • @amcconnell6730
    @amcconnell6730 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Love the molding of the escutcheons. Lovely touch.

  • @mlaiuppa
    @mlaiuppa 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Aside from missing pieces it didn’t look that bad to start. Watching you work I realized it was in worse condition than I thought. The finished piece is amazing. Such an improvement. I especially liked the use of silicone and epoxy to recreate missing pieces.

  • @monicadepaulabomfim6052
    @monicadepaulabomfim6052 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I voted for you. This video was imposing and extraordinary. Congratulations and thanks for sharing your moments with us. 🎉👏🌷

    • @ATRestoration
      @ATRestoration  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thanks to my most devoted fan! ;)

    • @monicadepaulabomfim6052
      @monicadepaulabomfim6052 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@ATRestoration, always welcome!

  • @Vadim284
    @Vadim284 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Да вы настоящий реставратор. Умело замаскировали утраченное. Показали всему миру как раньше мебель отделывали. По нынешним меркам, вы феномен. Таких осталось единицы на весь мир. Спасибо, что поделились своими знаниями и опытом.

  • @adriennejames9120
    @adriennejames9120 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    All those sanding marks in the wood make me want to cry 😭

  • @bamereg
    @bamereg 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Ouch...! That cabinet was in pain. Good thing your client entrusted it to your expert hands.
    Have a good Father's Day and a good weekend :)

    • @GeminiWoods
      @GeminiWoods 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Fathers Day is in June...?

    • @bamereg
      @bamereg 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@GeminiWoods Maybe it is where you live. In Estonia it's this weekend.

    • @GeminiWoods
      @GeminiWoods 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@bamereg Ah, interesting. Did not know that

  • @remcotissink
    @remcotissink 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Beautiful veneer... Must have taken time to sand out all the toolmarks. Let's remember before we judge that not all people have the money to take such a piece to a pro restorer.

    • @lauralake7430
      @lauralake7430 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      But an angle grinder?

    • @remcotissink
      @remcotissink 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@lauralake7430 A cheap 40 grit sanding disc at high speed will give the exakt same marks. And who knows what was there that needed sanding ?

  • @mollysheridan7134
    @mollysheridan7134 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Truly beautiful. Thank goodness the “refresher” didn’t do permanent damage.

  • @jumpingjacks5558
    @jumpingjacks5558 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Very nice restoration. I'm sure your client was very happy with the results of your hard work. Congratulations!!

  • @vbee3571
    @vbee3571 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That walnut is beautiful!
    What a difference a Master Craftsman makes. 👏 ⭐️

  • @ricothemagno
    @ricothemagno 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Another mega restoration, and my favourite period (art deco). Would love a cabinet like that but it is great to see these being so lovingly restored. Great job.

  • @valeriacamposdasilveira2735
    @valeriacamposdasilveira2735 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent craftsmanship!!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @terrileyda5346
    @terrileyda5346 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This piece turned out beautifully! I’m not a huge fan of that era furniture, but this turned out so well! Love it!

  • @josephinehogg3629
    @josephinehogg3629 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Having watched quite a few restoration 'specialists' of late, that made me cringe, It was a real joy and delight to watch you at work, Ahti. Thank you for sharing with us 🥰

  • @user-dv7lc7ye1e
    @user-dv7lc7ye1e 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Был такой шкаф,только прямой,такие стеклышки в дверках,бабушкин.Все хотела его подновить,но не смогла,отдала его в гараж к брату,теперь жалею конечно,это память и старинный шкаф.Верх стоял на резных ножках 2шт и сзади была прямая доска резная с зеркалом ,шкафчик ставился на него.Красота была,но со временем потускнел. Караганда

    • @user-pp9nu2dn7h
      @user-pp9nu2dn7h 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Это буфет. Мне в деревне соседи 2года назад подарили похожий, хотели выбросить, я не дала, отремонтировала, покрасила- теперь не нарадуюсь! Обажаю старые вещи, они практичные, только время от времени требуют немного внимания и заботы.

  • @amybucher5439
    @amybucher5439 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This may be the best transformation, yet! I really appreciate your ability to match color & making the escutcheons! Wow!

  • @dorritsmedsgard5900
    @dorritsmedsgard5900 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    It is always a pleasure to see your restoration projects.

  • @ktkat1949
    @ktkat1949 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love your videos! Watching poor mistreated GOOD furniture beingt restored to its natural beauty is wonderful to watch!

  • @shirleyannconfer9651
    @shirleyannconfer9651 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love the beautiful wood grain that you have revealed!

  • @Anton_Demidov
    @Anton_Demidov 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Как же я люблю ваши ролики! Они такие добрые и интересные! Независимо от того что вы делаете и что показываете, веет высочайшим профессионализмом , упорством, любовью к своему делу да и вообще к жизни! Смотрю и получаю просто эстетическое удовольствие! Так держать!!!🙂

  • @Julia_Maduka
    @Julia_Maduka 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow the cabinet looks great now! Thank you for sharing your art! 🗝️

  • @KarenL-qt7dy
    @KarenL-qt7dy 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ahti, as always, I am in awe of your talent, and your skills. Only YOU could have brought this piece back to it's original perfection. Bravo!!!!

  • @kevinallsopp9802
    @kevinallsopp9802 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That was amazing, as much as I love watching you use all your carpentry skills, and machines to restore, to just watch you bring the beauty of the wood out was fantastic. That walnut door was just beautiful how it appeared. Thanks for another great video Ahti. Plus it was perfect end to my holiday, the chance to watch an AT restoration on the plane home lol😂❤

  • @yeagerxp
    @yeagerxp 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Your restoration of the piece is the difference between a master craftsman and an idiot. Excellent restoration 👍👍👍Thank you for sharing. Be safe🇨🇦

  • @rebeccabarnes3324
    @rebeccabarnes3324 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So glad to see you uploaded a masterpiece.
    Your work is amazing.
    I have seen similar pieces, your attention to detail and history is superb. Thank You for sharing this !

  • @lesliejackson8188
    @lesliejackson8188 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    *Remarkable, transcendent transformation...from a sad little shabby cabinet to an elegant, elite museum piece anyone would be proud to own❣️💜🤎*

  • @diannebernau3293
    @diannebernau3293 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a gorgeous piece of furniture. Art Deco is my favourite period and this restoration was stunning. I especially loved the bevelled glass in the top part. Thank you for sharing your skills with us.

  • @darilynkrupp6309
    @darilynkrupp6309 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    When you show in the beginning of a video what's wrong, damaged or someone has messed up with a piece then say "Lets make it right" it's always a bit of a thrill because I know I'm in for a great time watching you skillfully and with good humor do just that. And because I know how beautiful the piece will be when you're done, even when you most often exceed my expectations. Thank you.

  • @shannonanissa
    @shannonanissa 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Please show the finished piece from a distant at the end of video and for a longer time period. I find many restorer channels often don’t showcase the before-and-after in its entirety long enough for viewers to appreciate all the work they did. Beautifully done.

  • @RissaFirecat
    @RissaFirecat หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ahti, you do wonderful restorations! Thank you! I am watching all of the restorations that you have done. Amazing.

  • @cathyjackson5959
    @cathyjackson5959 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Sooooo Beautiful!! I Love this kind of style of furniture!! You a master craftsman & restorer!! Happy that you found this baby & made her Gorgeous again!!❤❤❤

  • @caroledwards1182
    @caroledwards1182 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What a gorgeous piece of furniture, you did an amazing job on it.

  • @steveaustin4118
    @steveaustin4118 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    all ways amazes how you blend in new to old so well4

  • @dianna2911
    @dianna2911 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Absolutely perfect; it's a joy to watch your work!! I am astounded, as always. :)

  • @Vikingwerk
    @Vikingwerk 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You never fail to amaze with your excellent craftsmanship and attention to detail.

  • @bigeddy8377
    @bigeddy8377 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I watch a LOT of wooden furniture restoration sites. You are absolutely the best. I’ve enjoyed every one of your videos. Gonna go back and like them all, I should have done that before❤

  • @venetianstudios5171
    @venetianstudios5171 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is the best work I've ever seen you do. Master class in restoration techniques. Well done!

  • @karenhall6780
    @karenhall6780 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What an absolutely beautiful piece! You did an excellent job. Love your videos.

  • @codycrawford2059
    @codycrawford2059 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    love your work and your antics allways bring a smile to my face

  • @CONSTELLATION_PEGASUS
    @CONSTELLATION_PEGASUS 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolutely splendid restoration! You gave a truly remarkable piece back its pride!

  • @annettev8362
    @annettev8362 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was very happy to see a new vlog from you. Of course another old wore piece brought back to its original beauty..... Hello 👋🏻 from Southern California 🌴 Annette V

  • @marlenesouliere6971
    @marlenesouliere6971 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My favorite channel for furniture restoration....BY FAR. Why? No unnecessary talking. It's actually relaxing to watch you work. Thank you. I have a question: what is the "spirit" you sometimes use?

    • @ATRestoration
      @ATRestoration  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Denatured alcohol

  • @Isabelb
    @Isabelb 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a beautiful cabinet. It looks almost new, like it could have been in someone's house for a few years. Great work, as always.

  • @Alexthedog777
    @Alexthedog777 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow. Simply beautiful.

  • @cyberwolf6667
    @cyberwolf6667 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It’s nice to see someone understand and appreciate the old beauty in piece alike this. I prefer oil based stains.

  • @melindamosbey8257
    @melindamosbey8257 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Unbelievable!!
    What a beautiful treasure!!
    TY for sharing

  • @garychatfield6709
    @garychatfield6709 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    A magnificent restoration! Very well done.

  • @carolepp9209
    @carolepp9209 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a STUNNING piece of furniture! Amazing work!

  • @cindyredditt5094
    @cindyredditt5094 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    As usual you have brought another beautiful piece back to life! You are amazing.

  • @lillyalexander9669
    @lillyalexander9669 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great job of restauration… Master Gold hands

  • @channelsixtysix066
    @channelsixtysix066 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful restoration as always Ahti and the piece itself is stunning, well worth bringing it back to its former glory.

  • @sibylleherbe8260
    @sibylleherbe8260 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Beautiful restoration.

  • @RichardGoth
    @RichardGoth 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    another masterpiece! Thankyou for conserving it and educating us!

  • @marywhitehead1306
    @marywhitehead1306 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This one took my breath away at the reveal, it has to be the most beautiful piece of Deco furniture I've ever seen.

  • @glgreetham
    @glgreetham หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great work, great innovation, again WOW!

  • @autodidactin
    @autodidactin 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Another beautiful and interesting restoration Ahti. I always enjoy the details and explanations of your processes. The opening Mr. Destructo shot was a hoot!

  • @vinceianni4026
    @vinceianni4026 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi mister beautiful restoration beautifully restored professionally restored good job well done

  • @pamsheets632
    @pamsheets632 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You took a wrecked piece and turned it into a masterpiece! Absolutely gorgeous! 😊❤

  • @TheJcs555
    @TheJcs555 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful job of restoring the furniture hutch...you are truly a master woodworker! Bravo!! 🤩

  • @sokar47
    @sokar47 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Extremely interesting and learning video for me. I just have the passion for woodwork and this is pure joy to watch. Thanks for sharing.

  • @CarlaMWard-
    @CarlaMWard- 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bloody beautiful, absolutely gorgeous outcome. Another job well done ❤

  • @roystewart4386
    @roystewart4386 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Superb job. Real craftsmanship.

  • @clarkg9805
    @clarkg9805 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    In the hands of the master, the beauty comes back. Thank-you for sharing , much to be learned here.

  • @Quaker521
    @Quaker521 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Another fantastic piece of work Ahti. I have no doubt that this will bring joy to whoever is lucky enough to give it a home.

  • @siobhanjones6313
    @siobhanjones6313 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Absolutely gorgeous!

  • @JCTArt
    @JCTArt 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful job. Well done and most satisfying to watch.

  • @martihurford
    @martihurford 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Such a stunning piece of furniture in design and in restoration. Well done! ✨🩵✨

  • @fiberotter
    @fiberotter 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a beautiful piece!! Glad you made it pretty again.

  • @KenIn_NH
    @KenIn_NH 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful work! And now it's ready for another 150 years of lovely service!
    👍👍