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How to Repair Wobbly Chairs Properly - Furniture Restoration Techniques 

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See how to repair a wobbly chair in our furniture repair shop. This is a common repair that homeowners can do if they follow the right steps. If you don't do it right, your repair will fail, or worse, you can damage the chair.
The first step is to take the chair apart. If you squeeze glue in a loose joint, it won't hold. Label all the parts with masking tape so you know how it goes together again. I take chairs apart with spreader clamps (see link below) to gently separate the parts. If you use something like a rubber mallet, there's a risk you could break a part.
The next step is to clean the glue off the joints where the parts connect. Standard wood glue (PVA) won't stick to the old glue so it needs to be removed for the glue to work properly. Sandpaper is the best DIY way to remove the old glue off the tenons (the parts that go into the holes). It can also be used in the mortises (holes) to gently remove any old glue. I prefer to use drill bits to remove the old glue.
To glue up the chair, make sure all the parts are set out in the right order to go together and have your clamps ready. If you're new to this, you should practice the clamping of the chair so you're confident your clamps will work on the parts you want to clamp. Also, have something heavy (50+ pounds) ready to place on the seat. You need to work on a level surface to ensure the chair won't wobble after the glue dries.
When you're ready, apply the glue with an artist brush - use the back end for coating the inside side of the mortises (holes) and use the brush end to apply it to the tenons. One common mistake people make when using wood glue, is not spreading it on all the surface of both sides of the chair joint. Don’t spread the glue with your finger because the oils from your skin can weaken the glue. Assemble the chair quickly as you typically have 15 minutes before the glue starts to set up. Stand the chair up and add weight on top of the seat to ensure all 4 legs are touching the ground. Add clamps to all the parts that were glued - this is important as standard wood glue won't work unless pressure is applied to the glued parts.
If you don’t do this the right way, your repair won’t stand up to the abuse the chair joints get. I hope this helps you understand how to successfully repair loose chairs. Here are tools and materials to help you with your project:
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00:00 How to Repair Wobbly Chairs Properly
01:41 Take the chair apart
02:52 Clean glue off the joints
04:12 Property apply glue
07:12 Apply clamping pressure
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@gregp1621
@gregp1621 4 года назад
Thanks a million for the video, it was extremely helpful! I followed your tutorial precisely and was able to resurrect some 50 year-old dining chairs for a friend. The chairs are sturdy once again; I was very surprised at how sturdy.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
That's awesome! Congratulations. I love to hear when our videos help people complete their projects. Thanks for taking the time to post your comment Greg. I appreciate that! Scott
@trishakeel
@trishakeel 17 часов назад
Really appreciated the close ups into the holes when you painted the glue all around!
@superpolymath
@superpolymath 2 года назад
7:50 All nonchalant: "Should last a couple of decades." 😳 This guy repairs.
@jaredhammonds8255
@jaredhammonds8255 2 года назад
You have the heart of a teacher. Your videos are brilliant and educational. I learn something every time
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 2 года назад
Wow, thank you! Scott
@kenty2831
@kenty2831 4 года назад
I never understood why the fasteners are not mechanical with metal, until now! Your description of the materials "working against each other" is the crux. Subscribed and a contributor. Methodical and informative, and the beauty of wood!
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
I'm happy to hear you found that useful. Thanks for subscribing and helping to support our community by contributing via Patreon. Your contribution level will ensure your name shows on our future video Patreon Thank You screens. Welcome to our furniture repair community! Scott
@lisabrown4490
@lisabrown4490 2 года назад
What a great well paced video. Extremely helpful!
@sarsha6
@sarsha6 18 часов назад
Thanks so much for this video. My kitchen chair now feels like it isn't going to break every time I sit on it. Now I know to look for screws and get them out of there. That surely can't be a cost effective method in production.
@drmichaelpanthony9798
@drmichaelpanthony9798 2 года назад
Your calm, clear, methodical approach is incredibly helpful. Thank you.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 2 года назад
You're very welcome!
@ThistleFrost
@ThistleFrost 2 месяца назад
Great tutorial, thanks for the close-up shots, very helpful!
@whitneywilliams6795
@whitneywilliams6795 2 года назад
Perfect! Thank you!
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 2 года назад
You're welcome. Cheers
@gingermonette7455
@gingermonette7455 3 года назад
Excellent. Thanks!!
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 3 года назад
You're welcome! Scott
@ryanleighrunyon5573
@ryanleighrunyon5573 4 месяца назад
I am pleasantly surprised by how few tools this job needs! Our 20-year-old chairs need to be tightened up, and before watching this video I flipped one over and noticed all of the screws. I thought for sure I'd be hiring this out, but now I'm confident that it's a job I can do on my own. Thank you!
@jsuneb8632
@jsuneb8632 Год назад
Thanks for the detailed advice and the good camera angles. Made it super easy to see what you were doing
@warpi4845
@warpi4845 6 месяцев назад
Thanks! Very informative!
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 6 месяцев назад
Glad it was helpful!
@M4XD4B0ZZ
@M4XD4B0ZZ 4 года назад
I love your calm voice and pace in the videos :) subscribed
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
Thank you so much. I have received many comments about my calm voice. People often say I remind them of Bob Ross. Glad to hear you are a new subscriber.
@jvandermoer1076
@jvandermoer1076 3 года назад
Thank you! Very informative!!
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 3 года назад
Glad it was helpful! Scott
@DeeDee-wd5tr
@DeeDee-wd5tr 2 года назад
Great video! Very clear and concise. I'm excited to try this on a few of my chairs. Thank you for the helpful tips!
@kathey1981
@kathey1981 Год назад
This is exactly what I needed to do on my kitchen chair. I'm so glad you showed us how we can do it without clamps! Yay!
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture Год назад
Glad it was helpful! Scott
@kathey1981
@kathey1981 Год назад
@@FixingFurniture After looking at my chair it has little nails in the legs and I can't even wiggle them out. Any suggestions? Wish I could send a video. Also the bottom of the chair split. I glued it together and on the bottom I used what I had at home which was small hinges and screws. I put in two and it worked like a charm. Who looks at the buttom anyway. Lol
@aloseman
@aloseman 3 года назад
For the algorithm! Thank you for the video and information. I'll be repairing my friend's chairs, and they are remarkably similar to the one you have in this video. You made me feel confident that I could actually do this project well.
@johnleavey356
@johnleavey356 День назад
Thank you
@angeloteti9746
@angeloteti9746 Год назад
Great video. Such a gentle demeanor and everything is explained with a reason. Nice Job!!!!
@lisamestiza100
@lisamestiza100 4 месяца назад
Omg as soon as I'm done leaving this comment I'm going fix my chairs, I've been wanting to fix them for so long but I thought it was complicated THANK YOU 😊
@manuelruiz2444
@manuelruiz2444 Год назад
AMAZING, you made it look so easy.....THANK YOU
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture Год назад
Glad you liked it!! Scott
@gatitoloco51
@gatitoloco51 Год назад
Thanks for this tutorial, very interesting. I'm now in the middle of restoring eight chairs, I have check a few videos, and this one is the most helpful. I'm right now from Melbourne, Australia, watching the Queen Elizabeth II Funeral ceremony.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture Год назад
Glad you're finding our videos helpful. Sad news about the Queen. I'm learning much more about her with all the news coverage.
@mickeyxxx4603
@mickeyxxx4603 3 года назад
Very nice calm voice, and just so informative. Extremely helpful.
@cyrilaspinall8152
@cyrilaspinall8152 4 года назад
I have watched two of your videos and find your tutorial style very watchable as you take your time and show very clearly each stage of a repair. I am viewing from my home in England UK Sizzler
@fdort3971
@fdort3971 19 дней назад
@FixingFurniture thanks for the lesson..I love the design of the back rest! By any chance do you have a video on how to make that design please?
@geemama420
@geemama420 2 года назад
Thank You 😊
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 2 года назад
You're welcome 😊
@lisagolding1921
@lisagolding1921 2 года назад
I just saved a set of old chairs from the burning pile, beautiful heavy solid timber but falling apart at the joins. Now I know how to fix them and give them a few more decades of life. thank you
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 2 года назад
That's awesome Lisa! Good work! I hope you subscribe to our channel. Scott 🇨🇦
@matthewellis1129
@matthewellis1129 3 года назад
This is a fantastic video! Looks like I've got a nice project for this weekend! Thank you!
@Not_Vladimir_Putin
@Not_Vladimir_Putin 4 года назад
Perfect Video Tutorial! Informative and concise. Thank you!
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
Thank you for the feedback and positive comments. Scott
@michaelkaufman3152
@michaelkaufman3152 Год назад
Earlier today I was ask to look at some wobbly wooden chairs. Your video just taught me how to fix them. Properly. (I noticed screws holding the legs to the chair!) Thank you!
@zetty12428
@zetty12428 4 года назад
Thank you for the tutorial.
@thefireshow1
@thefireshow1 Год назад
Great teaching method. You taught me a lot. God bless, Go Buckeyes!
@setdown2
@setdown2 4 года назад
Love learning about what I thought I knew about 😕 😬 thanks cuz...
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
Happy to help! It makes me proud to hear when people are learning from our video content. Thanks for subscribing! Scott 🇨🇦
@YolaWells
@YolaWells 9 месяцев назад
Thankyou for this vid I was about to dismantle every bit of my chair but by watching you I did what you instructed and it worked I thankyou for all your helpx
@OneManInaTree
@OneManInaTree 3 года назад
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!
@AM-xo7lr
@AM-xo7lr 2 года назад
I found a Paul Cobb Planner Group captain's chair thrown out on the street today. It's still very beautiful, but wobbly - so your guide here will be incredibly useful in helping me restore it without making a hash of it. My eyes nearly fell out of my head when I saw how much they sell for, although I already like it too much to let it go. Really looking forward to this project.
@beckyhessickschulteDESmptm
@beckyhessickschulteDESmptm 2 года назад
I really like your well-organized video series with leveled skills. I’m an experienced paint finisher, but have recently taken up woodworking. I’m hoping to use some of your tips to sturdy-up some “big-box” stools that were partial-assembly-required. There are oval-shaped mortise & tenon spreaders & rails, with the hols longer than the pegs. They also used pocket holes through these, but the screws barely reach into the legs, since the pocket holes go through the pegs. The frame under the seat uses diagonals, pulled tight with bolts using an Allen wrench. They keep getting wobbly & falling apart, & I’ve tried unsuccessfully to fix them. I may try removing the finish from the joinery parts and just regluing everything, without the pointless screws. Another thought I’d had was to cut off the pegs (tenons? - still learning the vocabulary), move the spreaders up higher, and making proper pocket holes joining perpendicular pieces with glue & pocket screws. But based on your advice on metal vs. wood, I’m thinking that’s not the best idea. I know I could just toss or sell them, but I like them, & now consider it a challenge I want to accomplish! Thoughts?
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 2 года назад
Yes, I would stay away from screws. I don't suggest cutting off the tenons as they're a strong component to woodworking construction. Wood glue applied to tight fitting, clean joints will go a long way. If the joints are loose, epoxy would be a better glue choice. Happy to chat via a video advices session if you like woodenitbenice.ca/collections/woodworking-advice-sessions
@dianehowdeshell4806
@dianehowdeshell4806 4 года назад
The video instructions are excellent. It is a pleasure to watch and listen to how you repair furniture. I look forward to more information about repairing furniture. Thank you.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
Thank you Diane. I appreciate you taking the time to post you comment. Scott
@steviemichelle7271
@steviemichelle7271 2 года назад
Definitely subscribed! Thank you so much for this channel. I have my grandmothers antique sewing machine and the table that it is installed in, which is also antique and it is the same table she used to sew her clothing for her entire family, had a loose leg. My husband decided to try to “fix it“ by drilling tons of screws into it! I was horrified when I saw what had happened. He is a welder, and he can do amazing work when it comes to building a boat or a metal building. But whenever it comes to wood, he is no Carpenter. So now my grandmothers machine table is full of holes, and the part that was originally broken is even more broken than it was before ☹️ I do not move the table at all, and it will not be moved until I am able to fix it. I will not be painting it because I want it to be exactly the way it was when she gave it to me when I was a child, and thankfully all of this damage was done on the backside, so I would be fine with just using a wood filler for all of the holes he created. He is a very smart and talented man, but he is not allowed to touch my furniture ever again lol
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 2 года назад
I'm glad you found our channel Stevie. We have lots of how-to videos to show the right way to repair furniture. Thanks. Scott
@kenty2831
@kenty2831 4 года назад
thank you for the amazon tool list links, so often I run to home depot, this method of purchase is more specific and convenient
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
Glad it was helpful!
@dougdaniel749
@dougdaniel749 3 года назад
I started to repair cane seats on chairs a couple of years ago. I have found almost every chair that needs re-caning also needs repairs to firm up loose joints or repair cracked wood. The caning sometimes feels like it's secondary. Thanks for this video. The procedures it shows will help me a lot.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 3 года назад
I'm happy to hear it's helping you out! I haven't tried any caning myself... maybe that's something I can experiment with in the future. Cheers. Scott
@rdepontb
@rdepontb 2 года назад
Great job, much more complete than some of the other online videos. You touched on why metal and wood don't mix well in such applications---I had seen two videos that call for "a slightly larger screw" to fix a loosened joint---a problem waiting to happen, again! Thanks a million--
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 2 года назад
Glad you found it helpful. Scott.
@jgirlaldrich6559
@jgirlaldrich6559 Год назад
thank you!!!
@FuserLimon
@FuserLimon 2 года назад
what an amazing video. Almost ASMR
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 2 года назад
Glad you liked it Adnan! Thanks. Scott
@LostMountainRestoration
@LostMountainRestoration 4 года назад
Very nice video. After repairing a large number of these kinds of chairs I have convinced myself that, at the factory, they squirt in a measured amount of adhesive normally right at the bottom of the hole where it does the least good. They then jam the leg assembly in and run a drywall screw into the joints to hold it while the "glue" dries. A horrible system and they all fail the same way. Your repair is the right way to do it and the problem is now solved. Thanks again for posting. Well done.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
Thanks, I appreciate that. I can tell from what you describe, you've seen this before. That glob of glue at the bottom of the hole does nothing. Thanks for sharing your experience - it's nice someone else notices these things. Cheers. Scott
@thomaustin4270
@thomaustin4270 2 года назад
Just smart enough to seek professional advice on how to achieve the exact job I discovered on your video! After watching your excellent tutorial I now feel very confident that I can DIY our wobbly dinning table chairs.. THANKS SO MUCH!
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 2 года назад
Great to hear! Thanks for sharing that Thom. Scott
@thomaustin4270
@thomaustin4270 2 года назад
@@FixingFurniture I don't know if I was properly sending you a follow-up note.. my repair came to a screeching halt when the second screw I was removing broke in half.. leaving just enough still in the leg and chair seat that I couldn't remove it.. I searched for another of your tutorials on that subject but couldn't find one.. please help.
@MiddleEastMilli
@MiddleEastMilli 2 года назад
This was so helpful. May I ask two more questions? What should be done if there is still "wiggle room" between the chair seat and the leg socket? Additionally, I have a leg that is broke off under the leg socket (so part is still in the socket and the rest is attached to the leg. How would I get that piece out and where do I go from here? Thank you very kindly.
@jameselmerdobson5523
@jameselmerdobson5523 4 года назад
Enjoyed the last 4 or so I watched as well, next one came on before I could LIKE them. Thanks
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
I love to hear that people are enjoying our videos. Thanks for taking the time to post a comment. Scott
@orawan8835
@orawan8835 5 месяцев назад
I can’t believe that just the glue will do the work! Thank you. I will fix mine and let you know
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 5 месяцев назад
That's great. Good luck with your project. Scott
@jodyjohnsen
@jodyjohnsen 3 года назад
What a calm personality. I think I can fix my chairs even though the last person split the tenon (??) with a screw.
@brentt75
@brentt75 3 года назад
Awesome! Thank you.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 3 года назад
You're welcome! Scott
@chainring
@chainring 4 месяца назад
Very good explanation, thanks. One of the four gluing requirements is tight joints. It would seem that after sanding the holes and the legs, the fit would be pretty loose. Is there a fix for joints that are too loose? Thank you.
@jakeandminkavriend9628
@jakeandminkavriend9628 4 года назад
Excellent video. Thanks
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
You're welcome. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this. Scott
@amitroy1948
@amitroy1948 4 года назад
Soothing voice and nicely explained
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
Thanks Amit. Scott
@josemanuelreirizrodriguez205
@josemanuelreirizrodriguez205 4 года назад
Good video, great job that gave me good solutions for a similar repair.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
Glad it helped. I love to hear our videos are helping people out - that's why we do this. Cheers. Scott
@stancrawford3142
@stancrawford3142 Год назад
Good videos and instruction. I noticed in one video that you had a simple jig for holding wedge pieces in order to plane the wedge shape. Can you please tell me the video title so that I can check it out again. I need to make this type of jig.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture Год назад
Here's the video I made on how to make wedges. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-4VFBvs1x-lI.html I hope this is helpful. Scott
@CARLOSTREUIL
@CARLOSTREUIL 4 года назад
I purchased a new Titebond 4134 Extend Wood Glue from Amazon as an alternative to the Lee Valley product that does not ship between October to April. I used it on a chair that I am re-glueing . It worked well. I also dug out an old set of wood carving palm chisels that served me well for clearing old glue from the 1/2 inch mortice holes. Thank you for your excellent video. I would like some clarification on when the fit is too loose for a proper glue up. When it is too loose is it better to: 1) Drill the hole oversize, plug with a dowel and redrill to fit the tenon. 2) Glue a shaving to the undersized tenon. 3) Turn a new stretcher with larger tenon.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
I would choose #2 or use epoxy glue, depending on the value of the piece. If it's inexpensive or not valuable, epoxy is the easiest solution. I hope that helps. Thank you for posting your comment. Scott
@rick480
@rick480 3 года назад
Thank you for this video. We have similar Windsor chairs we were going to return but after watching and some wood glue we will keep and enjoy them. them
@tasamara
@tasamara 4 года назад
Great tutorial from Malta EU
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
I'm glad you enjoyed it George! Thanks. Scott
@Mike-ql4sz
@Mike-ql4sz 4 года назад
Thank u so much for sharing!
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
You are so welcome! Cheers. Scott
@davidcolephoto
@davidcolephoto 4 года назад
This is just what I needed. Thanks for sharing.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
That's great to hear. Thank you. Scott
@bettyalbers7993
@bettyalbers7993 2 года назад
Thank you so much I really learned how to fix my wiggly chair!
@cultfan5227
@cultfan5227 Год назад
Thanks, going to try on an antique bird's eye maple chair I inherited.
@garytullis9500
@garytullis9500 Год назад
I could tell very early in this video he is an expert. I would like to have seen what he would do if only 1 or 2 legs were loose and how to dismantle it for repair.
@JM-hp4jz
@JM-hp4jz 4 года назад
Thank you for the video...simple, easy steps that saved me $
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
Great to hear! Thank you. Scott
@fuzzs8970
@fuzzs8970 Год назад
Hi Thank you for your video. I made a mistake trying to repair mine. I didn't realize their were nails in the joints i broke part of the mortice and tennon joints. Any tips repairing the tongues? Thanks
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture Год назад
I've got a few videos on how to glue split wood back together. They may be helpful for you. It's unfortunate that people put nails in chairs to repair them and create damage in the process. I also offer video coaching sessions if you'd like some advice. See Advice Sessions on our website woodenitbenice.ca
@michaelcarpentry8257
@michaelcarpentry8257 2 месяца назад
The video was extremely helpful, however the chair manufacturer never made a percise joint in the seat, and after preparation to glue up I have alot of movement, what would you suggest, im thinking of a Grove with a shim inserted to spread the dowel for a tighter fit, any help would be appreciated.
@IrishChippy
@IrishChippy 5 лет назад
Nice simple video and well explained. I repaired an armchair last year for a friend. There was nails and one leg curved replaced plus a miss spindle. I made new leg and spindle. Should last for a decade or two
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 5 лет назад
Nice to hear you're repairing furniture too. Thanks for your comment. Scott
@IrishChippy
@IrishChippy 5 лет назад
Happy Easter. Have a pile of live edge acacia pieces to make for our new beach house. Just finishing off the joinery at the moment. Check it out if you have time
@ryanvanderpol7962
@ryanvanderpol7962 9 месяцев назад
Great video - thanks for sharing! Have you tried/ had luck with instant adhesives, super glue fixes for squeaky wooden chair joints - 'Wonderlok 'Em Tite Chairs Super Strength' is what I'm looking at? Curious if you've had to re-fix joints that's been used on
@troybraswell3983
@troybraswell3983 Год назад
This was the best how to video i have ever seen. (Being NOT a mr. fix anything, that is saying a lot) Small details (like labeling holes and legs) probably seem anal to people who are good at this stuff, but it helps a lot. Thanks
@KimBright-xg1uj
@KimBright-xg1uj 4 месяца назад
Great video. It didn't answer the question as to what to do if the joints are not tight, as in antique furniture. I have a maple piano stool that has been repaired numerous times and the joints are very loose when dry assembled. What glue, or shim, or what. I've heard epoxy?
@ironjungkwonful
@ironjungkwonful 2 года назад
Great video but a question I have is my some chairs have a brad nailed into tin additional to the glue up?
@sheenabauming4539
@sheenabauming4539 2 года назад
Thank your for your video! I recently purchased some beautiful old wobbly chairs that need love. I will glue all the things, but should I put the screws back in?
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture Год назад
If the screws are on the base of the chair, they should not be re-installed. The only place screws are typically used properly is for holding arms on chairs. I hope that helps. Scott
@carolyngibbs5912
@carolyngibbs5912 3 года назад
I hope you are still here because I just found this page. I have to do my dining room chairs. They are loose and I am sure it comes from pulling them in and out from the table and made them wobbly. My concerned is, when you use the chisel, how can you be sure not to remove too much of the wood in the hole and on the leg of the chair? and also the same thing with the sand paper( I guess experience makes the difference) but I need an ideal to be sure I dont remove or sand too much of the room.
@craigmckinney2219
@craigmckinney2219 4 года назад
Titebond makes and Elmers used to make a dark wood glue which would hide any minor squeeze out. I like to use it for walnut and the darker woods since you don't have to worry about a bright yellow line on the finished product.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
Thanks for sharing that. I'll have to check it out. Scott
@muralihatwar9943
@muralihatwar9943 4 года назад
Excellent video. You have that calm, assuring voice. I will be fixing a similar type of chair. It has screws in them after I glue the legs back should I put in the screws?
@danpang3746
@danpang3746 3 года назад
Thanks allott seems like a little of a pain by my wife will be happy after I fix all her family set we got as a gift
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 3 года назад
Sounds like you're ready to tackle that project. Good luck and have fun with it! Scott
@jackbmeere5367
@jackbmeere5367 3 года назад
Hello Sir, thank you for your great video, I will be able to fix the legs on my recently bought wooden Windsor chair which has, among other problems, wobbly legs, the other problems I have is the back of the chair has a loose central splat and several loose supporting rungs, I have an idea how to repair these splats and rungs, but I reckon I will need to first remove the round outside frame which the rungs and splat are attached to. Do you cover repairing the rungs and splat in your video on Windsor Chairs? I will watch the video and see, because as mu old Dad used to say, if you're going to do a job, do it right the first time rather than bodge it up and have to repair it at a later stage. Thanks once again, I have subscribed and look forward to watching further videos.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 3 года назад
Thanks for subscribing Jack. Here's a video showing the restoration for an American Windsor chair. One thing I recommend is using Fish glue so you have a longer working time when gluing up the parts. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-92deV01eWFU.html
@Ebosully456
@Ebosully456 5 месяцев назад
Thx hoss
@rickhilt233
@rickhilt233 4 года назад
Here is a great tip. Instead of an artist brush, use flux brushes. Holds more glue and available everywhere for a buck a dozen. Gets more glue in there and throw it in a cup of water when you re done. I just got 3 dozen at Horrible Freight for 3 dollars.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
I may have to test that out. I'm fond of my artist brush as I use both ends, but I'm willing to try new things... I'll pick up some the next time I venture into a hardware store... hopefully in a few weeks. Stay safe. Scott
@user-yc6xj3mb9u
@user-yc6xj3mb9u Год назад
Love the way you show how to repair furniture no faff, only talk about what you are doing some talk so much I switch off🎉
@skutsenkow
@skutsenkow 8 месяцев назад
I need to do this to one of my chairs and noticed all 4 legs have screws. Based on this video, you are recommending to not reinstall any screws, correct? What happens if the holes are too big or not tight anymore?
@stewkingjr
@stewkingjr Год назад
Besides screws, even worse are finishing nails; can't get 'em out easily, sometimes can't even see the until your tool hits.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture Год назад
Yes, they can be very hard to see. I recently discovered a mini cat's paw to extract nails... that will be in a video I'm publishing this weekend about a bookcase restoration. Cheers. Scott
@georgeksirakis8898
@georgeksirakis8898 4 года назад
Thank you for your great videos, something that theoretically might help a glued joint other than your great tips is, carving horizotal ridges on the tenons before applying the glue , so that it acts like the ridges on steel rebar ... thanks again for your time and patience!!!!
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
Hi George. Thanks for your suggestion. I've been trying to source spiral dowels lately, but haven't had success. My thought is that a flat gluing surface should be stronger than fluted dowels. Maybe I should do some strength testing and incorporate your idea too. Scott
@georgeksirakis8898
@georgeksirakis8898 4 года назад
Thanks for your corresp. It's great to know that there are people out there with the same love for fine wooden " gluteus rests" as me , let alone skilled craftsmen like yourself , your advice and inspiration is a treasure !!!!!!!!!
@000Evie
@000Evie Год назад
Can loctite construction glue for wood application be used? If not, why is wood glue better? Thanks
@kari_d_away6060
@kari_d_away6060 2 года назад
Thank you for this video! 🙏🏼 does anyone know the tool name that is used to drill the initial leg holes into the seat?
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 2 года назад
There are several types of drill bits you can use; spoon bit, auger bit, etc. Here's a great video by Curtis Buchanan about drilling chair leg mortises in chair seats. Scott ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-wj5jtv0pjS8.html
@jomercer21113
@jomercer21113 2 года назад
I have set of chairs similar to these tht are about 20 years old. The holes under the seat are drilled at right angles to the surface, but the legs enter at steeper angles, so the only contact point between the two pieces of wood is at the top edge of one side of the hole and maybe a bit a the bottom of the hole. What 's a solution for my situation? I have only basic hand tools, a drill, and a saber saw.
@rosskilpatrick934
@rosskilpatrick934 9 месяцев назад
Interestingly my problem chairs were also built in Malaysia and sold by a furniture retailer in Australia. I wonder if the design fault of using a metal screw ensures that in four years time you need to revisit the same furniture retailer and buy more chairs. Anyway your advice was very helpful. I lived in Malaysia for 2 years when young and would rather buy things from them than the evil empire which is further north and tends to produce inferior everything.
@symplysimon2822
@symplysimon2822 Месяц назад
What do you do if the screws break off when you unscrewing them?
@79nickwhit
@79nickwhit 5 лет назад
Your videos are great Scott. I'd love to learn more about how to fix a wobbly wedged mortise and tenon joint. How do I get the replacement wedge the right size, for example?
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 5 лет назад
Thanks for your feedback Nicholas. Yes, we can make a video on how to repair wedged tenons. It will be after our current backlog of videos are published. Thank you for the suggestion! Scott
@brianmalik8165
@brianmalik8165 5 лет назад
@@FixingFurniture I would love to see a video on this as well. can't find one out there. Thank you for the videos.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 3 года назад
Hi Brian - I'm preparing a year-end video about tools I made and bought this year, and one tool I made was a jig to make wedges for wedged tenons. Here are 2 videos from the past year that show different ways to make wedges for wedged tenons. I hope they help you. Restoring an American Windsor Chair - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-92deV01eWFU.html Spindle Repair on a Chair Back - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-FkIR6pcoeGE.html
@myndolin
@myndolin Год назад
This is a great video, and exactly what I needed to repair some chairs I bought second hand in the past year. My question is: what if the legs won't come out? I have the same kind of chair as pictured, in terms of how the legs are laid out and installed. I removed the metal screws and started wiggling the already very wiggly legs. I removed any glue along the edge that might have been problematic. And no matter how hard I try, I can't get them out! Why would they be so wiggly and still so stuck in there? And how do I fix it? Thanks!
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture Год назад
It could be one of 2 issues. The glue holding on or there may be a brad nail in the joint. Try adding some white vinegar in the joint to loosen the old glue... let it sit for 5-10 minutes and see if that releases the leg. If it's a brad nail (sometimes hard to see), here's a video about how to remove them ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WFNMH_HFQRc.html
@myndolin
@myndolin Год назад
@@FixingFurniture Thank you so much!
@Aaakeith
@Aaakeith 8 месяцев назад
If you’re working with hide glue, could you theoretically just heat up the old glue inside the female joint before fitting the leg back in (with new hide glue on the male joint) rather than trying to clean it out?
@itskleoxo
@itskleoxo 2 года назад
I need a tutorial on how to repair a wobbly table if u do one that would be of benefit to me. 👍
@mariushegli
@mariushegli 3 года назад
I have nothing to say really, but I appreciate your content, and wish to help with the yt-algorithms.
@Gwynbuck
@Gwynbuck 4 года назад
Hi Scott. I've asked you questions before, and you're pretty good at answering them. My question is this: instead of using PVA wood glue, couldn't I use a 2 part resin adhesive? That way, I won't have to scrape off the old glue, plus, as you have said in another video, resin glues have gap-filling properties, so if the joint isn't really tight, wouldn't the resin fill the gaps?
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture 4 года назад
Hi Gwyn. Yes, epoxy resin glue is good for joints that have gaps. I wouldn't recommend using it where the old glue is on the joint though. The old glue failed, therefore I wouldn't assume its a stable surface for the epoxy to adhere to. Let me give you an analogy to explain. If you want to paint an old door with peeling paint, you can paint over top of it, but at some point, that old paint will let go of the door. It's best to scrape it off to ensure you have a clean surface for the paint to adhere to. That way your time won't be wasted having to fix it later. Does that help? Scott
@MaverickandStuff
@MaverickandStuff 3 года назад
I need to do this to my dining room chairs. The joints are almost identical to this chair including the screws. The screws were factory installed, probably to hold the legs on after gluing together. I tried regluing them a few months back and did not stay strong for long, I guess the screws need to be removed. Would a epoxy work if the joints are too loose?
@homeschoolindianmom
@homeschoolindianmom 2 года назад
I have a dining set that I bought pre loved. All the chairs have either wobbly legs or loose foot rests. I miss some screws I think and some of the holes are too big now. Could you suggest how to approach fixing this?
@beerhunt9013
@beerhunt9013 Год назад
In the video Scott suggested using epoxy resin glue for joints that are too loose. DO NOT reinstall any screws according to Scott!
@MRony
@MRony Год назад
First result of my search and it's the same manufacturer of my dining set. I thought that made in Canada would mean good workmanship, but the screws instead of good gluing tells me otherwise. At least the chairs and table are beautiful.
@FixingFurniture
@FixingFurniture Год назад
Wow, what a coincidence! Scott
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