Extreme restoration of an old (and seemingly fine) chair

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In this video you will see how to restore and old chair: how to take the chair apart, make wood repairs, clean wood, varnish the wood and how to make new upholstery.
0:00 -Intro
1:01 - Woodwork
16:17 - Upholstery
27:39 - Final overview
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@ambrr_lily 2 года назад

As a jeweler I can relate to the tedious precision required. It is in many ways harder to restore than create new. Your work truly is a labor of love because I'm not sure you can charge the amount of money that reflects your skill and artistry. But I LOVE watching you work!

@user-el2yj5jb8x 9 месяцев назад

КЛАСС 👍👍👍👍👍

@nancywhitehead6397 6 месяцев назад

I am sitting here watching you patiently work each section of this chair to perfection and all i can think about is how many. many years it took for you to hone your incredible restoration skills, including upholstery.. Your remarkable skills show us the kind of man you are; and patience leaps out watching each remarkable skill. You must have begun your journey when you were quite young.. Love watching a Master Craftsman tailoring his skills to each new totally different project.. It truly is a labor of love to do what you do.. Once again , BRAVO...

@LadyLeigh 7 месяцев назад

That was a superb restoration with faultless replacements of rotten timber. What a craftsman you are! Spectacular. Totally addicted to your videos!

@Corksy 2 года назад

I watch a lot of restoration videos. But the pinnacle of restoration of anything wood made is this channel. For metal stuff it's "my mechanics". Both channels show a level of perfectionism and skill I have never seen before and should be the North Star for any restoration channel.

@alastairmackay4589 3 месяца назад

Very reassuring for me, an amateur codger, to see someone with such great skills pulling a ‘why did I become a restorer?’ face at the start of a new project.

@Why_Brynn 3 года назад

When you asked yourself “why did I become a restorationist” this is why- great work dude! It’s beautiful

@Ghostcotton 2 года назад

G My R I’m n ggvn I’m

@WideCuriosity 2 года назад

Makes me wonder why I didn't. But so many interests, can't do/be everything. (These days difficult to find the oomph to do/be anything much.)

@dorothyprior2615 2 года назад

Because you’re brilliant at it!

@minsungkanonjyp 2 года назад

Уус да киһи,маладьыас👍

@ineszulian5036 Год назад

Magnifico

@user-lh6ey6bo1f Год назад

Добрый вечер!!!! Большое удовольствие смотреть ваши ролики! У Вас просто золотые руки! Браво!!!!! Спасибо!!!!

@user-il4le8iy1q Год назад

Смотришь, не отрываясь на такую сложную работу, которая, благодаря высокому мастерству маэстро, выполняется быстро, последовательно, смело, аккуратно и со знанием дела высокой квалификации. Не каждому такое по плечу. Это похоже на мастер-класс, на передачу опыта высокого мастерства по реставрации старинных вещей, представляющих художественную ценность. Браво, МАЭСТРО! Спасибо за труд, за возможность наблюдать, как вы работаете! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🤔💖💖💖

@Joe1935429 3 года назад

As you disassembled the chair I thought 'there is no way...' The job you did, both technically and artistically, is just magnificent. I am glad you showed us the tying. I have never seen that detail before. The restoration of classics is indeed a stand-alone art, composed of many skills. Thank you for sharing your passion

@pteddie6965 3 года назад

I am right there with you, Joe. This chair looks fantastic! Too bad that some of the wood had to be 'updated', but there was no alternative. My gracious, some of those boards looked like the home of a termite city due to all of the nail and tack holes. Of course, there were cracks all over this chair. This restoration is amazing and the completed piece is as near to original as possible. As to the choice of leather, I'm sure that the owner had logical reason for the choice and if not, the chair belong to the owner. He who pays the bill get to make the choices.

@Hitrunya Год назад

Это больше похоже на ремонт, чем на реставрацию. Во время разбора стула мастер сломал несколько деталей, он использует современный синтетический клей вместо натурального рыбьего, степлер вместо гвоздей, думаю, что и морилка отличается по составу от оригинальной, и у меня сомнения в отношении кожи, возможно, краситель кожи тоже не соответствует красителю того времени.

@Joe1935429 Год назад

@@Hitrunya Perhaps you misunderstand the effort here. The chair was obviously not in a condition where it could be recreated or brought back to a "good as new" or original status. Damage and neglect had made It clearly beyond that. What could be done, and was done with available current-day materials and skills, was to bring the chair back to a condition where it would be useable as a chair, i.e., functional, and at the same time, have the appearance and beauty of what it once was. And beyond question that was accomplished! While renovation and restoration do not have identical meanings they are closely related.

@annodnostaw9971 3 года назад

You became a furniture restorer because you are very good at it. You are a FURNITURE WHISPERER.

@ATRestoration 3 года назад

Haha, good one! :)

@NuLiForm 3 года назад

Hey!...i thought that too..but said to self..naw..not gonna say it..not yet anyway..LOL!

@charlesmcmasters 2 года назад

Every video you make leaves me more stunned then the last. You are truly a master of your craft. Your dry wit adds to the pleasure of watching you work your magic, and watching your technique teaches and expands my knowledge. Thanks again for what you do!

@Rev-D1963 2 года назад

This has to be the finest furniture restoration ever filmed! The skills, attention to detail, and level of patience would almost have to be super-human to achieve these results! I am in complete awe! The owner should be more than proud to display this chair in their home. Accolades brother, it was an absolute pleasure to watch, thank you so very much for sharing it with us (and your other videos as well). God bless. Rev. D.

@gailgrisham7643 Год назад

Agreed.

@JohnnyNowhere 2 года назад

I've never seen anyone go through this process, so I found it very informative. Tying down the springs is an art in itself, as was sewing the padding. Exceptional job. Killer work. Kudos.

@natalinka333nata9 2 года назад

Как красиво и аккуратно Вы работаете! Настоящий Мастер своего дела! Некоторые Ваши видео пересматриваю с огромным удовольствием! Ваша работа (как говорит моя коллега) - "восторг души". Спасибо большое! Процветания Вам и вашему каналу, а также интересных предметов для реставрации! 🙂

@debbieday52 2 года назад

A man of many talents--a sculptor, a wood craftsman, a weaver.

@edyharyanto2615 2 года назад

I really salute those who really appreciate the historical value of an item, so they are willing to carry out a restoration as complex and detailed as that, with techniques and some using new materials to make the appearance more aesthetic without losing the antiquity of the item, great job 👍👍👍

@Wguy56 Год назад

And with more cost than the chair is worth...monetarily, not sentimentally.

@user-mx7hn2sw9s Год назад

А я прото радуюсь тому, кто поднял искусство реставрации так высоко. Спасибо вам, МАСТЕР.

@cashh_a 3 года назад

Потрясающе👏👏 никогда не думала, что кому-то под силу реставрировать такие сложные стулья😶

@user-gg4sj4ue1f 2 года назад

Да, стул достоин того, чтобы стоять в музее. Красота!

@tjlabbee7856 3 года назад

As a journeyman carpenter, I thank you for showing the world what is involved in 'a bit of woodworking' lol beautiful work! In glue and dust, we put our trust! love from Canada brother 🍁✌️

@seedabeauty 2 месяца назад

"Why did I become a restorer?" You didn't. You became a RU-vid influencer and this is your content. Which, by the way, is wonderful to watch. Thank you.

@dochubbell 2 года назад

You sir are a genuine craftsman. THAT was painstaking, (as in painful), work in all the repairs and restoring you had to do to make this chair a heck of a lot better than it was to start with. Bravo! you displayed skills that are sadly disappearing.

@dianed805 3 года назад

I'm thankful that there still are craftsman of your calibre that still exist. Thank you.

@ATRestoration 3 года назад

Nice compliment, thanks!

@tonywright8294 3 года назад

Why ?

@167curly 2 года назад

I really admire how you added new pieces of wood and carved them to fit into the existing elaborate places. The glue and fine sawdust filler is a good trick for filling multiple holes and non-structural cracks which I have used in the past. Your re-upholstering, using the old springs and new webbing was fascinating to watch. Congratulations.

@holymoly6829 3 месяца назад

I for one am so glad you became a restoration guru 🙏 That was truly magnificent I only hope you are sharing your skills with young carpenters These skills can not be lost for all our sakes 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

@kathyohara6658 2 года назад

Wow! This restoration is a work of art. So satisfying to see history and craftsmanship preserved.

@joeluis9011 3 года назад

I am just an amateur, but you are right, people often bring you rubble thinking are treasures. Thanks God there are still artist like you capable of doing miracles. Regards from Spain.

@kasperkjrsgaard1447 3 года назад

Rubble can be treasures too. They may not hold the highest of values but for sentimental reasons they may have a big value to the owner. I’ve inherited an oakchair from my grandfather - propably not worth a penny - but it’s an extremely valuable furniture to me.

@joeluis9011 3 года назад

@@kasperkjrsgaard1447 You are right Kasper, keep this chair close to you always.

@Rwsegee 3 года назад

I repair old wooden furniture and I run into some pretty rough stuff at times. When I watched your video, it put a big smile on my face. That is truly a job well done.

@SimplyReg 11 месяцев назад

Bloody hell, Ahti! When you started this restoration by seemingly thoroughly smashing this chair to bits I was wincing and cringing and hiding behind the sofa! What a tour-de-force.

@randy6334 2 года назад

I saw where you asked yourself why you became a restorer. Let me put your mind at ease. After watching several of your videos with my wife I quickly became convinced that not only do you have talent, but a gift. Talent can be found anywhere, but a gift only comes from God himself. You're simply that good. You are a craftsman....an artist...the very best in the business. Dwell on that and believe that out of the billions of people in the world, only a handful can do what you do as well as you do it.

@deniseb4426 3 года назад

Very nice! It is good to see people restoring old furniture instead of throwing them away. Thanks for sharing

@channelsixtysix066 3 года назад

Because you always love the final result of your work. 03:17 Turning little more than firewood, back into fine furniture. What a beautiful restoration by a master Artisan. Cheers

@therealdrew 2 года назад

Alllll that work, for a half baked upholstery job, that’s the finish man, the details people actually see. Cmon mate.

@user-il4le8iy1q Год назад

Обновлённый стул, после сложной работы по восстановлению предстал перед нами, словно перешагнув границу времени, из прошлого или позапрошлого века. Изначально над его красотой поработал художник-краснодеревщик, оставив после себя уникальную работу по дереву - точёные ножки, фигурную спинку с художественной резьбой и мАковками наверху. Что-то из деталей требовало замены, зачистки, шлифовки, полного обновления и замещения. И в ходе реставрации это было сделано нашим маэстро. Спасибо за возвращение шедевра к новой жизни. Новых вам свершений, мастер "золотые руки"!!!! 👍👍👍👍👍💖

@dawnchattin5935 3 года назад

Thank you for this great restoration, keeping the old techniques fresh and relevant! As a seamstress, I have made alterations to couture garments, and the clients cannot detect the work. In the same way, I cannot detect where the repairs were made either! Well done!

@TheJcs555 2 года назад

You are truly an artist with wood and tools!! I enjoy watching you bring these tired and sad furniture pieces back into their glory days! Thanks for sharing! :-)

@selmamachado5728 2 месяца назад

What a beautiful, beautiful, beautiful piece! The only drawback was the customer's choice of fabric. Your work, as always Ahti, impeccable! What a privilege to be able to witness your art.

@rachealsmith5138 3 месяца назад

Wow! So beautifully done! You pay so much attention to the details. Thank you for sharing your talents!😊❤

@peckinpahlady 3 года назад

Fascinating work. You brought it back from the dead, well done.

@lourdesSant 2 года назад

Came across this video quite by accident and I was blown away! You sir are a master craftsman. Looking at the condition of the chair I thought there is no way that can be restored but wow what an outstanding job of restoration. Beautiful work and beautiful chair.

@bluedragonfly5 6 месяцев назад

All i can say is 'WOW'. Unbelievable workmanship.

@caroltanzi29 Год назад

Fabulous, magnificent, what a wonderful job. I couldn’t help think back to my junior year at collage when I, as an interior design student, had to make,from ground up, an ottoman. Eight way tied, and the whole ball of wax. I was able to use some antique bun legs. Years later, when I was practicing my profession, I decided to have it reupholstered. I decided to let my upholster do it. I didn’t mention that I had built it from scratch. He said whoever built it did a pretty good job. It was eight way hand tied. Then I told him it was me and I did get an A in the class. From that point on,with a smile on his face, he always asked me if I wanted to work for him. I still have that ottoman. Carol from California

@simonmuschamp4582 3 года назад

Fantastic job. You really blended the old and new wood seamlessly. Brilliant craftsmanship. Very enjoyable video.

@charltonwang 3 года назад

Not much an antique furniture guy and have no knowledge of restoration work but this was an entertaining video to watch. The stain matching job was great and I had no idea so much went into upholstering a chair. You're definitely an artisan to my untrained eye. Thanks for taking us along the journey.

@LadyLuvGemStones 2 года назад

you asked yourself, "why did I became a restorer" .. our answer, "because You're An Expert" 👍🏻👍🏻 you gave those hopeless grand furniture a whole new lease in life 💖💖💖💖💖 You're A Saviour ‼

@user-wh5co5go9j Месяц назад

You are a true craftsman, and I love watching you take an old piece and make it look new again

@kwaminax 3 года назад

This blew my mind. You saved so much. Very glad I found your channel.

@jonesmetsasta226 3 года назад

It's 3.05 am, I don't know why I'm here, but every man has to know how to restore a chair.

@thersten 3 года назад

You're addicted to your phone. So am I. Solution: Get a flip phone.

@randallsmith7885 Год назад

It appears that the only technique people know is to drive a few extra nails into the joint…

9 месяцев назад

Same. And you’re right!

@heidizysk2321 9 дней назад

3:50 am here, lol

@Piccolacleudia10 2 года назад

You became a restorer because you are Excellent on it!!, and thanks to you a lot of old furniture have a second chance in this world!!! I don't know you but I feel happy watching you working!! So thank you for that!!

@savagelobster 2 года назад

Once did a job in a kitchen. Added some cabinets and a bit of detail work. One of the customers friends, upon seeing it, said "you can't tell what's new". I looked at the customer, he grinned and said, "exactly". This chair is an exceptionally well done job. Thank you for sharing this, pleasure to see work being done right.

@user-cw4sn1bb9i Год назад

Ювелирная работа, браво мастер!👏❤

@Dawghome 3 года назад

I was almost crying at the end, I was so impressed! All I heard in my head was wow! Wow! Wow!

@seldamirgi2390 2 года назад

me too ..especially the horse hair took me from me ! good job..love job..!

@texanasimmons1761 2 месяца назад

WOW!! This chair is GORGEOUS!! You did a phenominal job restoring this chair!🪑❤

@tatyanarusakova8428 Год назад

Вы - Большой Молодец!!... Вами можно гордиться, это точно!!... 🥰

@tricosteryl 3 года назад

I appreciate the great respect you had for this quite nice piece of furniture. So many people just make it cosmetic and use modern material beneath, ugly modern glueing, even screws and so on... Great job !

@dittohead7044 2 года назад

That would be me. Probably with paint. Hideous choice obviously this however is a masterpiece

@yolandacuevas751 3 года назад

As usual, very impressive I can’t believe the transformation and jet remains the original look. Amazing. And I love seeing a little sense of humor. A+ 😊

@jennyschwartz2554 2 года назад

I can’t stop watching your work. Thanks!

@selmamachado5728 2 года назад

You became a restorer because you have unparalleled talent. I am your fan.

@nicolewiles6509 3 года назад

You are a true artist. It is a pleasure to watch you work. Thank you for sharing.🥰

@19Bmiller 3 года назад

You may wonder why you went into furniture restoration but we don't, you're amazingly good at it.

@ExpectMiracles55 Год назад

Here I am, two years ago, a newbie to the channel, marvelling at the many incredible skills of this prolific artist!

@drdeb9561 Год назад

Fascinating process of re-doing the straps, springs, padding, and upholstery. Thanks for sharing this!

@montana5398 3 года назад

“There are many tying techniques. This is the simplest one” Wow! If that’s simple I’d love to see something you considered intricate. Awesome work!

@annw1395 2 года назад

That's exactly what I was thinking!

@user-vm1lj1ej8t 2 года назад

Золотые руки у мастера, восхищение.

@edieparastatides9403 2 года назад

Beautiful restoration! Your knowledge and ability is phenomenal!!

@leighedwards2539 24 дня назад

I can’t stop watching you work. Your videos are addictive!

@conniegray3272 Год назад

Now that's determination! This video is a bonus to owner of this chair. Gorgeous & a top notch restoration!

@julieduchek2969 Год назад

This project is fascinating to watch. I didn’t realize that springs and padding are in a chair like that. Watching him patch and glue the broken and chipped wood was incredible. The result is beautiful.

@griseldis 3 года назад

"Why did I became a restorer?" Because these beauties of the past need you.

@paulorth2251 6 месяцев назад

As I watched this video, I realized that I do not have the patience for this kind of work. I will have to be satisfied with watching this man bring these beautiful pieces of furniture back to life. Thanks for sharing and good luck with your channel 😃

@luandahome2428 2 года назад

Вас смотрят in Kostroma! Не могу оторваться от Вашего канала. Благодарю!

@KarlBunker 3 года назад

Great work restoring a chair that was almost too far gone to save. And what a great idea to use compressed air to force glue into a narrow crack! Why haven't I seen that before and why haven't I thought of it myself? 🧐

@megaraitei 3 года назад

Was that normal wood glue? Is normal wood glue strong enough to piece together a backrest?

3 года назад

Normal (modern) wood glue actually is stronger than the wood it holds. (edit: when applied to long grain, as is done here)

@megaraitei 3 года назад

@ 👍👍 I did not know that. Thankx 😁

@julie6092 2 года назад

I also did not know that about the glue. Thank you 😊 I had a thought while he was gluing. Could you use a hypodermic needle? There are several large gauges, like 14-18. Would that work to apply glue into the cracks? 🤔 Just wondering...

@itsaneel 2 года назад

@@julie6092 Yeah, I've done that in the past with an 18G and it works just fine

@GustafB 2 года назад

The repair at 10:46 looked great! And the upholstery work was really impressive and educating!

@MR.B00_ Год назад

Watching all of your videos is the best course in learning antique wooden furniture restoration available. No expensive trade school could teach a person anymore than what you do with your amazing videos. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

@juliemarkham4332 4 месяца назад

Why did you become a restorer? I thought you liked a challenge? You certainly got one with this piece! Gorgeous!

@roybailey9554 3 года назад

This is just craftsmanship at a completely different level, I have been doing carpentry since I was 6 years old so 55 years and I am a fully qualified professional Carpenter, but I am absolutely amazed at your level of talent , magnificent 👏

@user-ni2fo5jh3i 2 года назад

Возрождать к жизни старину-это прекрасно. Большое уважение мастеру.

@annettemalaski1967 5 месяцев назад

These other people said what my poor words cannot. Your various different skills used to repair even the tiny problems are incredible!

@fredziffle5219 Год назад

👍Yup, another shocker! Thanks for posting your hard work. This is why most old chairs wind up in museums or with a rope or a plant to keep people from sitting. Yours probably looks better than new. Good to be able to watch the work involved to bring her back.

@elenamiragoli2470 2 года назад

È affascinante vedere come , pezzo per pezzo, rinasce questo pezzo antico. Ammiro la professionalità di questo restauratore e la maestria nell’utilizzo di ogni attrezzo. Anche mio padre lavorava e restaurava mobili antichi. Un’arte bellissima che non deve perdersi. Complimenti!! Saluti dall’ Italia🇮🇹

@ThorfinNjal 3 года назад

Awesome! From trash to treasure! Greatings vom Germany

@LadyLeigh 8 месяцев назад

I have never seen original old upholstery done B4 and totally enthralled. What a fantastic job you have done. Love your videos.

@brendamorgan59 Год назад

Because You are Very Gifted ! That's Why You are a Restorer ❤️

@esthercutts4318 2 года назад

What a great video of yet another amazing restoration......My Initial reaction was IMPOSSIBLE.....but no- you did a wonderful job! I love this channel!!!

@AncientApparatus 2 года назад

Вот это да what an amazing job, you are a true artisan!!!

@AncientApparatus 2 года назад

BTW: I don't speak Russian & Googled that phrase. ;) I did it because I wanted to connect with the author of this video in a special way.

@hacketstown8 Год назад

I love this channel, there are a lot of fake restoration clips out here, people using chemicals and whatever to make a piece look worse than it actually is. This chappie is the real deal, and knows his craft well.

@rj001100 2 года назад

You did 200% justice to this chair.... thanks man

@matthewfriend8448 2 года назад

It is so wonderful that the dedication you have for restoring these things comes through your fantastic handywork. Such precision!! Am in awe!!

@cathybenson5119 3 года назад

You are an artist, mate. I would've taken one look at all those holes n said nuh, too hard. Lol. But, I can'tdo what you do. Good one, mate. 👍👍👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🦘🦘🦘🦘

@timhull8664 3 года назад

Yeh.. seemed to break more bits off than were broken.. the thing is a load of glue with a bit of wood.

@susiepattinson3031 Год назад

Thankyou for restoring this beautiful chair. Others would have given up, but not you!! and beautiful work as always.

@josephinehogg3629 Год назад

So beautifully restored. Recently my son came across a solid timber lounge chair I had bought new, 30 years ago. Rats had made nests in it, so he BURNED the whole chair to ashes. It could have been a Family heirloom. I was crushed and devastated. I just love watching you work, knowing there are still people in this World that value age and beauty 👍👍💖💖

@megwolff58 3 года назад

Brilliant! No doubt your client will enjoy seeing this video and all the painstaking care you have taken.

@babbetto1 3 года назад

That was a joy to watch that chair come back to life.

@paulabenfield3891 2 года назад

Beautiful, I'm amaze at the way you fix the small cracks and broken pieces. When you are finished no one can tell they were ever broken.

@khamilton7537 2 года назад

You have the hands and mind of a surgeon, gentle and precise.

@GregAlanEdwardsEmmanuelRidge 3 года назад

That wasn't a challenge, it was a nightmare. Great job!

@lisawilkerson5671 3 года назад

I clicked to watch thinking 🤔 this would be some "slapdashery" attempt at a restoration. I must say: I am 💯 surprised because you sir are legitimate....subscribed 👍👏

@ditafurzer9214 2 года назад

I've watched many videos of your work. You are the plastic surgeon to restoring old to new furniture. Love watching your work👌 Dita from Australia🤗

@ladytron1724 3 года назад

I’m absolutley amazed .You have fantastic skills.

@shawncharton9416 3 года назад

"Watch me fix this fabulous chair!" *Smash* *smash* *bang* *bang* *crack* *crack* LOL

@TrueFork 3 года назад

I have a chair similar to this and I came looking if there was a way to fix the wobble. Apparently the way is to destroy the chair and build another one like it...

@bellosconi1 3 года назад

Its the only way it works bro

@jameskarwacki7092 3 года назад

Sometimes a Bull in the China closet is warranted.

@fairwitness7473 3 года назад

@@TrueFork if you don't care how it looks you can use a wire hanger and a turnbuckle. Or, you could go the distance and get a long bolt and put it in the middle and twist that around to tighten it

@IrishAnnie 3 года назад

And now, a family heirloom to be passed down.

@dianeadams9537 Год назад

MARVELOUS CHAIR!!!💜💜💜💜

@holly5791 2 года назад

Beautiful job! Love the color of that leather. It looks so regal. You are a restorer because you are good at it and, I may be wrong, but I believe you have the passion for it. If you didn't, that chair would have ended up being firewood! Keep up the good work. 👍