Restoring a 60-Year-Old Walnut Cedar Chest

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It was all going so well and then I NEARLY messed up the whole thing! Dealing with blushing is something anyone who restores furniture will have to face at some point. It usually CAN be saved, but it's obviously better to prevent it in the first place. The exterior of this mid century cedar chest was in pretty rough shape. Flaking, failing finish, black water stains, scratches. This was quite the project!
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@galady8632 2 года назад

I consider this piece 'better than new'. It retains it's story and character plus it is ready for another 70+ years - all as a result of your artistry and respect for the origin of the piece.

@pameladee9019 2 года назад

Watched and as I scrolled down to read comments I said to myself, "Another better than new piece" and there it was first comment.

@karenkouns577 2 года назад

I couldn't have said it better. Beautiful results!!! Thanks for sharing.

@AlwaysLisaLisa 2 года назад

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🔥

@Brandiwell 2 года назад

It really is amazingly beautiful at the end there. Even though I liked it during the process as well, I was still completely surprised. That wood! And by the end the design elements come out so well! Lovely!

@seviregis7441 2 года назад

The wood grain in that chest is so beautiful, would’ve been a shame to just paint over it. Love that you restored it to better than its former glory.

@TheOneAndOnlyThumper 2 года назад

Finally, someone who actually restores instead of just spray-painting the whole thing 🙏

@NoJusticeNoPeace 2 года назад

Nothing wrong with paint, but I agree that people who just slap pastel chalk paint on everything and call it a day deserve to get beaten with the vintage farming implements they have hanging all over their walls.

@lenniemoo 2 года назад

i 10000000% agree!!!!! tired of seeing paint

@darcyferrigno 2 года назад

@@NoJusticeNoPeace haha, such a great comment.

@catofthecastle1681 2 года назад

If you don’t like it, just go away quietly!

@stupadasso1964 2 года назад

Watched three restoration videos and I’m in awe. For someone who claims mistakes, I found the results are amazing. You are a true artist

@lucyjosie 2 года назад

Okay...let me tell you the many reasons why I love watching your channel: 1. You get straight to the project. No long-winded, stating-the-obvious explanations or back story. 2. When you do speak, your voice is so soothing, and you instruct. I love that. I want to learn, and you are a fantastic teacher! 3. You show your mistakes, or the problems you've had, and how you resolve them. I love your channel! This is probably my favorite piece so far!

@sarahcalderwood2750 2 года назад

Another great transformation, Angie. This turned out beautifully. Love watching you do your magic. Your passion always shows through. Thanks for sharing.

@mymusic-co4yl 2 года назад

She the best I’ve seen thus far for so many reasons.

@adascraps 2 года назад

Totally agree with lucyjosie and thanks for the great tip with the clamps 👍🏻

@Brandiwell 2 года назад

Yes to all of that.

@klouise2800 2 года назад

Totally agree!

@capers72424 2 года назад

OK. I love the fact that whenever I think “why did she do that?”, you immediately answer my question. I have learned a ton from you, Angie! Thank you!

@majesticdesignscreationsma4929 2 года назад

You always do an AMAZING job! Of all the furniture flippers that I regularly watch, your work is my favorite. I love that for you it's not just about profit. It is clear that this is your canvas and you are an artist!

@mymusic-co4yl 2 года назад

She’s awesome. Sent coffee her way just now!

@kacytron 2 года назад

I agree. It’s work I aspire to do.

@KarlBunker 2 года назад

Wow, that was a great illustration of "blushing." If I ever saw a finish doing that on me I think I would have gone into a screaming panic. 😱🙀😱 But now that I've seen your video I'll know what's happening and I won't panic. So thanks for that! 👍

@maggierobertson2962 2 года назад

I live in a very humid place. It does this to me all the time. I thought it was just a problem with the polycrlic.

@bluecurlygirl 2 года назад

Another fabulous job Angie. it looked a proper mess in the start but you really turned it around. So glad the parcel landed with you. And delighted that you're so excited by such a small item. Lots of love from Ireland.

@nikiTricoteuse 2 года назад

What a lovely thing to do Emer.

@bluecurlygirl 2 года назад

@@nikiTricoteuse The least I could do considering all the hours of entertainment and information that I have garnered from Angie. Goodness knows if I could've afforded to buy a bigger item of her wish list I would have.

@michellepeters6532 2 года назад

I SO APPRECIATE what you do Angie. Every time I watch the final shots of the pieces that you have worked on, I just get this warm fuzzy feeling inside. You do such amazing work Ang. And it doesn’t go un noticed or under appreciated! I love ya girl!😁👍🏻

@tonyayoung4663 2 года назад

Love the diagonal grain in this piece. Well done on restoring this beauty.

@sandrawhitman4081 2 года назад

Beautiful!

@mangographics225 2 года назад

I love the fact you restore some of these older pieces that people would throw a coat of paint on and completely overlook the beauty of the wood. Thanks for showing how to truly beautify such a lovely piece.

@laurelcamara 2 года назад

Oh my gosh I will never unsee your sander "smiling" at the camera... 😆

@nikikelly2003 2 года назад

That gold and color of wood are magical together. I am not a fan of gold most of the time but that is just a wonderful combination. Great job again!

@deblync 2 года назад

And, again, absolutely gorgeous! This is a piece that I would love....and the grain on that wood.....inside and out! And, WHO doesn't like (love) cedar?! 🥰

@shariking1749 2 года назад

It is gorgeous!!! It’s inspiring to see you transform a piece back into its original beauty. Your videos are a delight to watch👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@rottiegirl5052 2 года назад

It’s always a pleasure to watch the magic happen. What a beautiful job on a classic piece.

@SomeBuddy777 2 года назад

I have one by Lane. A '50's cedar chest. Back in the day they were known as a young lady's Hope Chest. She would store away linens and items she had embroidered, knitted, or crocheted, or heirloom items received as gifts from family for use in her new home after she married. This is a labor of love to restore such treasures as these.

@shellykevinbaumgartner7612 2 года назад

I doubt it was this beautiful when it was brand new. And, I truly appreciate how you teach as you go. ❤

@NatTayHill 2 года назад

Over the past few months of watching you, I now look at old, beat-up furniture completely different! It is crazy how many things you have brought back to life and my outlook on vintage and antique furniture is forever changed. Thanks for sharing all your hard work with the world. You are amazing.

@lynnemenard5910 2 года назад

Angie, you are suuuuuuuch an inspiration! I have toyed with woodworking off and on over the years. I have a piece similar to that cedar chest (but it much better shape!) that was gifted to me by my great-aunt. I've had it for +/- 40 years. It is starting to cry out for a touch of rejuvenation. I am bookmarking this video for posterity. And the educational content! thank you for all your effort and the time you take to make these videos. Luv from Ottawa

@Toinette2883 2 года назад

Just beautiful, you put so much care and love into these pieces it truly shows bravo❣️

@candacewalsh8726 2 года назад

What a beauty! Those legs😍😍 my mom called that style Danish Modern - ? I just love that you restored her to her original glory. Another great video💕 you can give me the finger anytime - just keep the content coming👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻✌🏻🙏

@camillekillam9949 2 года назад

I love watching your channel. All that you do turns out beautifully. This chest is gorgeous. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and talents with us and doing it in such an enjoyable way.

@KatWrangler 2 года назад

You do amazing work! Years ago my Dad refinished my Grandmothers antique push treadle sewing machine (from around 1916). He put a varnish or shiny finish to it. It doesn't look right. One of these days I will have it refinished. It still has the leather belt for it too. One of the drawers had to be replaced, that looks fine.

@kathleentorres2010 2 года назад

This was incredible! Loving the sound quality of your voiceovers and the thoughfulness of the tunes you chose. You are the best I've seen at restoring pieces. Without a doubt, your videos are the ones I look forward to watching the most. I'm cool with painting pieces also but watching you restore the way you do, is really something. Thank you for taking the time to teach your process.

@angelamoreno5914 2 года назад

As a mid century lover, this piece took my breath away! You're just the best there is! You are an artist, your craftsmanship is impeccable! Your voice as well, is soooo soothing to listen to. Thank you for sharing your incredible talent with us! 🙏🏼

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 6 месяцев назад

You're most welcome Angela!! 😀

@dufftime 2 года назад

i'm an avid woodworker, and one of the few that enjoy the finishing phase of the build. i gotta say, i've learned soooo much from your videos on various finishing techniques. i tend to avoid stains altogether, but that GF nutmeg you always use is beautiful, and will definitely try it in the future. and i've attempted to paint projects before with standard latex paint, but it ends up with a sticky finish. i think i'll try some of the mineral paint you always use. i bought an old solid maple desk for $3 from the local university annual "yard sale" and plan to reuse the desktop. i'm not sure about how to remove the existing topcoat, but the scraper looks like a safe choice. you might consider trying a card scraper aka cabinet scraper to augment your paint scraper. card scrapers work really well in inside corners, and sharpening them isn't very difficult. keep up the great work. i love your style of commentary and how you explain every step of the process.

@josephinehogg3629 2 года назад

We had one of these when I was a pre-teen. I thought it was a bit of a hopeless case, but your craft has made it a magnificent work of Art, better than the original piece. awe-struck!

@jrbaskind 2 года назад

That turned out really beautifully! I’m impressed with your attention to details and your ability to adjust to the unexpected.

@suecox2308 2 года назад

I've loved many of your projects but for some reason I think this may be my favorite. It's gorgeous.

@debbiesherby 2 года назад

I love this piece Angie! I would buy this in a heartbeat if I lived closer 🤩✨✨🇨🇦

@gertrudnussbaumer41 2 года назад

It's yet an other stunning transformation! Beautiful! You seem to have an answer to any upcoming issue or surprise... Every video is a joy to watch!

@dawncastro1697 2 года назад

That cedar chest turned out beautiful! I have one that my grandpa made me in the darkest stain he could find! I want to redo it and see what I can come up with! Love your videos. I am always learning something new.

@wooverwoods 2 года назад

This is gorgeous!! You did a fantastic job and I'm learning so much watching your videos. Thank you for everything you do

@lucp4683 2 года назад

So am I. I feel so inspired to redo my furniture.

@tinatinaa9104 2 года назад

Oh Angie, your videos are much better than any detective story 😃😃😃 IT IS unbelievable, how many things you know about the furniture, thank you so much for sharing, it helps me so much 😍👍

@Beruthiel45 2 года назад

Wow, just wow. Gorgeous. Probably more beautiful than it was when brand new. 😍🤗

@crisbf9897 2 года назад

Wow! I’m speechless! I believe this is the first one done really professionally and with love. Instead of sanding the furniture and then painting it with green, blue, yellow, purple or another color other than the original, I finally see a person restoring the furniture to its original grandeur. Thanks for sharing!

@bezzerwizzer6448 2 года назад

I love when one respect the material, and dont cover it in paint. The drawing and structure in the tree make it more special. So many beautiful old furniture,are covered in paint . When i see a old furniture being treated so it looks like it was ment to be,and even more gorgeous , i get so content and happy! 💕

@IE2484 2 года назад

You are amazing and I love how thorough you are. I’ve been watching some other videos and i don’t like how they just ignore the bottom or other parts of the furniture.. you really give them a new life 👏🏻👏🏻 absolutely amazing.

@cer145 2 года назад

The scraping and sanding was so satisfying to watch! This turned out beautifullly! Thank you for sharing any hiccups along the way!

@wandaroach765 2 года назад

Oh my this piece turned out amazing. Beautiful work you done here.

@robinrummel1359 2 года назад

I love the entire piece but especially love the grain on the front of the chest! I can certainly relate to this old chest since I was 6 when it was made and now sometimes feel the way it looked before you gave it a "makeover"! 💖👍😀

@marynapier2007 2 года назад

What a beautiful restoration. So glad you restored thus little beauty instead of painting. I do love the painted looks too, but this piece just said to let it's natural wiid beauty shine.

@yvonnebennett4489 2 года назад

I find myself saying things out loud as I watch, I know I’m not the only one 😂. As the piece was blushing “oh no”. And the final product “geez la weez girl”, “WOW!” It looks great. Well done.

@conniedecrescenzo7782 2 года назад

I imagine it's hard to part with some of your projects after all the effort you put into them. I would love to see your home and the pieces you save for your very own.

@silviahahne5433 2 года назад

Só você "mesmo" para renascer esse baú/arca...é viciante ver o seu magnífico e minucioso trabalho. Ficou lindo!!! Beijos do Rio de Janeiro.

@careseapeck1246 2 года назад

I love watching you work everytime. You inspire me to keep doing what I do! Thank you!

@maryboorman8979 2 года назад

Fabulous job Angie! Honouring the Cedar! I salute you for taking on this peace. It is a beautiful transformation. I am sure the new owner will treasure putting their treasures into this cedar chest. Thanks so much for all your tips! Most useful - blessings from Georgian Bay, Ontario :-)

@kellywilliams5112 2 года назад

It's GORGEOUS!!!! ..I'm so glad you restored instead of painted.. all flippers paint furniture.. but there is on occasion that a piece of wood that is just to beautiful to paint.. thank goodness it ended up in a restorers hands.. and thanks for sanding that cedar... so many times I see it ignored, and a cedar chest just isn't the same without that wonderful smell.. I use Colton's cedar oil off Amazon to restore it after sanding... I'm restoring a antique cedar lined armoire now, that found itself painted inside and out by a flipper and not very well painted either..

@SuzanaBehmer 2 года назад

Love the finished piece !!! It is gorgeous !

@terryrogers1025 2 года назад

Key word is “almost”, this is where experience saves the day. Nicely done. Just found your channel and the reason I subbed was the word “almost” in the heading. Like your approach to restoration. Look forward to more.

@gillianpeddie2410 2 года назад

Every video, I always learn something new. You’re such a good teacher.

@davidwamsley5749 2 года назад

You did an extremely beautiful job restoring that piece. I would have it in my home for sure. I enjoy your videos and your creations are exciting. Keep going. My family and I love to watch your transformations. Hugs from Virginia.

@eldestmillennial3136 2 года назад

This is incredible, and also, I'm so grateful for the tips about dealing with blushing. Thank you so much for your wisdom!

@ViKee010 2 года назад

Both my parents passed away September 2020. It’s been a horrible time in my life. But I did manage to save one piece of furniture that I remember them having from my childhood. It is a Lane cedar chest in black, with white specs. I’m not sure what the finish is called. But with your videos, especially this one, I find that I want to take it back to wood. It has a lot of cat scratches and holes on the corners so I believe the only thing I can do is take it back to wood. I’m not talented in this craft but I am in many others. Also with your diligence and love for the items you restore in my mind and heart I believe I can do it. I will send pictures when I’m finished. It could be a while but I will finish it. Thank you so much for your videos. You are beyond ordinary in your skills. I hope to display at least a bit of those in my efforts and make my Mom and Dad proud. 👍🏼🤍

@personasplanet1872 2 года назад

Bravo! Your restoration on this piece is simply amazing and I am so glad you chose to restore it. Wonderful job!

@ruthfedrau5546 2 года назад

Love how you don't panic when something unexpected happens! Beautiful job!

@AnnieMEllison 2 года назад

I love your work and appreciate that you share with us your process! You've given me the confidence to try my first piece. Thank you! ❤️

@moneymakingmikeg.9555 2 года назад

Mr. D is such a stud. There's nothing he can't handle!! Great job as always Angie!! Hoping all is well, Dirty Jersey out!!

@alexschaufele9114 2 года назад

This looks amazing! Thanks for sharing all the steps and how you handled the blushing. The more I watch your videos, the more confident I grow about tackling a walnut dresser when I have space to work on it. Your scraper looks like a game changer.

@joleneplourde9885 2 года назад

Absolutely beautiful, Angie ! Thanks for the lesson on blushing as well. Always good to know how to handle these problems!!

@meglamerato4251 2 года назад

Absolutely gorgeous! It is so amazing how you can see the “gem in the rough” in your pieces. I think this is my favorite so far.

@michellereber6816 2 года назад

No reason not to use that perfectly useful middle finger just because some people choose to use it in a rude way.

@jaymelang9610 Год назад

I'm so thrilled to watch your restoration of a cedar chest. My grandmother had 3 cedar chests, now I have them, and they desperately need love and attention. Thank you for teaching as you go!

@TranscendFurnitureGallery Год назад

You're most welcome, I'm so glad I could help! Best of luck with your projects and thank you so much for watching!

@cindythomas5546 2 года назад

I enjoy your channel so much! Always interesting and well presented. You do a great job! In case someone wants to redo an old cedar chest, they should be aware that older Lane cedar chests have a problem with the locks. Children have gotten inside and been locked in. They have information on their website about removing the locks and which years are affected.

@victorialove9104 2 года назад

Good to know. Thanks for the information.

@Foxxie55 2 года назад

I'm a lover of wood grain person and love the restoring process on this used and maybe abused piece of furniture.. Great job and loved the gold touch up as well..

@kklunker 2 года назад

Angie, this turned out absolutely stunning. I just keep staring and replaying the reveal. I could not have dreamed it would have looked this beautiful being restored. You do a fabulous job. And thanks for all the information you give us. I’ve never seen the Polycrylic do that. But, now I will know if it ever does, and I won’t freak out. And the trick with the heat gun was genius. I learn something new every time I watch one of your videos. Thank you!!

@lomalinke5042 2 года назад

This is so wonderful! Watching a handywoman at work who knows exactly what she's doing, getting the chance to marvel at really beautiful furniture, and enjoying the lovely and informative voice over. I recommended it to a friend and she's also totally hooked. Well done!

@chriswhitley3283 2 года назад

Looks good. I personally don’t like paint. I know sometimes you can’t get around it. But I seen to many people reach for the paint brush when just a little elbow grease wood reveal a true restored antique. I’m glad you hesitate on paint. I do like your videos, also.

@nellyvuyk 2 года назад

Angie, I am always amazed by your craftsmanship and knowledge - I love how you restored this piece to ‘better than ever’

@stephanyrhue329 2 года назад

Another fantastic job! And I learned something new with the clamps !!! Thank you 😊

@MrsJax304 2 года назад

A great learning experience. Thank you for sharing and honesty. 💕🌈🖖🏽

@newbatgirl 2 года назад

My absolutely favorite piece you have restored. I love everything, down to the gold trim.

@joycekaminski1943 2 года назад

You did an amazing job on this cedar chest. We have one dating back to 1944 and it probably needs some restoration of the top.

@penelopehammerton2907 2 года назад

Faultless! An awesome job. It looks a Fabulous piece of furniture.😁🤗

@mimicope3404 2 года назад

Amazing transformation! It's beautiful! Great job!

@katekursive1370 2 года назад

"We're gonna be tackling" I imagine you charging at it in full padded football uniform

@MHow-qc3ns 3 месяца назад

This is a spectacular restoration! You have outdone yourself. BRAVA, BRAVA, BRAVA. P.S. I always give a thumbs up to your work AND re-subscribe, just in case......

@TranscendFurnitureGallery 3 месяца назад

Thank you so much!! 😊

@melchezi8818 2 года назад

Beautiful, reminds of the hope chests us girls us to have, we would put things in there for when we got married, like tea cups and dish towels.

@sharonfox8783 2 года назад

When you list a piece like this for sale, do you put restored 1950’s chest or how would you list it?

@creatrixcorvusarts876 2 года назад

I am so glad I found this video! I have a cedar chest of similar vintage that needs stored. Will it be a problem to stain it if its been treated with oil several times before?

@tehpronoob7380 2 года назад

The clamps, I do that too!! If it's stupid but it works, it's not stupid

@832KJV 2 года назад

So pleasing to see! Wonderful transformation - well done.

@jerrywilliams4505 2 года назад

Great job Angie! It was real rough, now it looks legit.

@mariestoner7533 2 года назад

Beautiful! Gorgeous wood grain. Great job..

@jays2877 2 года назад

That is so beautiful, the wood is just lovely. I like that you take each piece on its merits and bring out the best in it rather than just thinking, "Which paint colour should I use?". It takes appreciation of beauty to leave a piece alone as much as it does to highly decorate it.

@iant8701 2 года назад

Love when you restore pieces 👏👏👏 i love when you paint too lol

@andreaandrea6716 2 года назад

You need a WOOL blanket! Oh, Angie... you are an Angel for Furniture! You are seriously gifted. The love you imbue your pieces with is phenomenal. I swear... I could watch you sanding all day long. I can't watch even one cooking show, but seeing furniture being saved, as brilliantly as you do ... heaven! Thank you for doing what you do.

@kaiblack3334 2 года назад

Wow you really brought this piece back. It looks amazing. Now I would have freaked out with that polyacrylic 🤯🤯 I just love your techniques and thank you for always sharing how to fix problems. They end up being simple solutions... 😁😁🤗🤗🤗

@lorifurlott2306 2 года назад

You are top notch! That cedar chest is beyond gorgeous!

@rett4046 2 года назад

This is absolutely gorgeous and I learned so much. You never cease to amaze me, you are a true artist with furniture.

@secondchanceohana 2 года назад

'Angie, You just do such an amazing job... love to watch you at work. You're real and you got skills. Thanks for sharing with us. Sherry

@LoomofDreams 2 года назад

This turned out amazing! Thanks for explaining why the poly went milky. I struggle with applying poly properly. This was so informative! And the chest is absolutely STUNNING. Your work amazes me every time. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@JaneLame 2 года назад

The refinished chest looks so much better than anything you can buy at a store these days. We live in an absurd world, in which consuming more and more natural resources and buying new stuff is cheaper, "good for the economy", "drives growth" etc. All these new cheap goods we buy end up in the rubbish, and it's often shipped to third world countries. We need an economy that's based on repairing and renewing old and broken things. This youtube channel gives me hope. We *can* exist sustainably, the proof is right here.