Amazing RESTORATION of a Mid-Century SIDEBOARD

Amazing RESTORATION of a Mid-Century SIDEBOARD | FURNITURE RESTORATION

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Жыл бұрын

This Restoration of a Mid-Century Buffet certainly came with many frustrating challenges. The previous owner painted this furniture blue, making the removal of all the finishes very difficult; but, with every challenge, I learn new things. Follow along as I share some of the mistakes I made along the way. Thanks for all the support. Barry
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@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

This project had me frustrated many times, and I still don't feel like it is complete, but I am grateful for all the hard lessons learned along the way. Thank you for all your support! Barry

@fireknight673 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic work as always and showing you work on several projects at once

@jessicabuck-daniel2160 Жыл бұрын

Anything spray painted frustrates me. I love the hardware. ❤ Great job.

@deborahdanhauer8525 Жыл бұрын

I made a comment below that maybe the legs would look better slanted out? It’s not a criticism, just an idea🤗❤️🐝

@mersea.714 Жыл бұрын

I love the end product! Great job Barry!

@ibmimi2566 Жыл бұрын

Wow that turned out really, really, beautiful!!!

@Betharoot Жыл бұрын

You are in that weird place of your skills journey. Seeing where you've been, but seeing how much further there is to go. Give yourself grace because you are more talented than you give yourself credit for. This piece is beautiful.

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

This means alot

@lindaali6703 Жыл бұрын

👋🏼🌻🇺🇲😉👍🏻

@hickorygolddoc Жыл бұрын

Well said! @Betharoot! I totally agree!! That was quite the ugly duck and it no longer is. I don’t think you ever stop learning lessons and skills unless you decide to. It’s in all things raising children, crops, farm animals, flowers....fixing cars, tractors, roads, houses, furniture......always more lessons! Barry is really a wonderful, creative soul who has an enviable ability to learn. I am always impressed by that!

@geofffikar3417 4 ай бұрын

He is super talented. I quit refinishing painted furniture decades ago, just couldn't deal with cleaning all the paint out of the wood. He did an absolutely fabulous job on this furniture. Seeing some of the projects he has done, and his skills, made me subscribe.

@johng. Жыл бұрын

Just freaking gorgeous! Who would have believed that such beautiful wood was hidden under all that hideous finish. Great work, Barry 😁

@Maitree15 Жыл бұрын

LLLLLOOOOOOOLLLLLLLLL, I just noticed you used "freaking " !

@cynthiafisher9907 Жыл бұрын

Barry. Barry would.

@johng. Жыл бұрын

@@cynthiafisher9907 Of course!

@polgarauk5606 Жыл бұрын

Ok not going to lie I was NOT expecting the final results after watching the video and seeing the numerous frustrations for you Barry BUT WOW what a result it is absolutely beautiful far far more beautiful than I could ever have imagined it being. You worked magic with this one Barry 🥰🤗

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you. This one was tricky

@pamsheets632 Жыл бұрын

WOW, wow, wow the cabinet doesn't even look like the same cabinet you started with. You turned it in to a magnificent beauty! Well done Barry! Very impressive work! 😊

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you Pam

@shellygenter8585 Жыл бұрын

Missed your content Barry. That piece looks so much better. To the "artist " the piece never looks complete. To the layman, it's appears as perfection.

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

I love this!

@grumpy5724 Жыл бұрын

I am a coppersmith (self taught and KZfaq videos). Several weeks a go a friend wanted something unique made. I normally etch but this had to be different. So, again KZfaq helped. I learned how to nickel plate. Plating is very simple and the plating solution can be made with normal household items.

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

I look forward to learning

@tysonperna8844 Жыл бұрын

I love that you don't judge the original refinisher for painting it, when half way through the project you're considering throwing it out yourself. It definitely helps you understand why they decided it wasn't worth more than a coat of spray paint. 😀 But I'm glad we got to see you do a restoration. The end result is beautiful. (Personal preference - I'd swap out those handles.)

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

I appreciate this feedback

@WilldoAldone Жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful Barry. I am convinced this peice was an early 50s blonde Asian influence buffet. From about 1950-54 blonde Asian style was popular along side of Tikki furniture. The handles are heavy and chunky and matched original base that seemed to anchor the peice firmly to the floor. You did an excellent job on it and what a difference the Howard's wax made in the overall beauty of the walnut.Thank you for posting love,love your work and honesty.

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Love this feedback

@sophiachristo7546 Жыл бұрын

The walnut veneer is amazing! The legs you added instead of that awful base upgrade the piece! You had an accident with the handles but they turned out beautiful! I am so happy you can afford to edit and restore such pieces and share the process! Thanks so much for sharing

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you Sophia

@markshafer9452 Жыл бұрын

Barry , you should be very proud of that piece! It is absolutely beautiful! What a transformation!

@1977dharris Жыл бұрын

This has nothing to do with your work on the piece but your voice is the only noise I can stand to hear today. I'm on day two of one of the worst migraines I've had since I was hit by a semi 4 years ago and hearing you talk is actually soothing for me today.

@melindat4198 Жыл бұрын

You took an ugly duckling and turned it into a swan. Love your videos. They're not only enjoyable to watch but they're so informative.

@katetaggart4895 Жыл бұрын

Ok video finished. Barry, that piece is beautiful. The glow and gleam of the wood.... * chef's kiss *

@booboopriestess9321 Жыл бұрын

Furniture is always in very safe hands with you ❤ 😊

@ktl711 Жыл бұрын

That is a surprisingly beautiful result! Maybe it wasn’t what you hoped for, but that finish and grain is gorgeous, and you kept it from the landfill! Someone will be very happy to have that in their home, thanks to you!

@NoNamePrincess7 Ай бұрын

Thank you for staying with the project!😊

@bigpete4227 Жыл бұрын

You do yourself down Barry. That piece is an absolute peach! Also, any profit is still profit no matter the amount. I build stuff that sometimes twould put me below minimum wage but it’s my time and it was productive rather than costing me money. It’s a win win when you monetise your hobby mate. Have a good one.

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Well said. Thank you for this

@rachealsmith5138 Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh, this is absolutely gorgeous! I think it looks so much better with the old bottom taken off, and the new likes added. I know you see things that still need to be done to it, but it is just beautiful!❤😊

@pattyseel1892 Жыл бұрын

I was very happy to hear you say "never underestimate the value of opening a book." I agree whole heartedly. and I love to watch your videos. They're very peaceful relaxing and informative. keep up the good work!

@DM-ll7he Жыл бұрын

wow looks really good. I am looking forward to all of your videos.

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@kathharper Жыл бұрын

The final (as it is in this video, at least) looks wonderful and is a huge improvement over its original state. Your decision to make it taller was spot-on and really celebrates that walnut grain..

@maryperner9625 Жыл бұрын

Greatly improved. Thank you for sharing your process with us. As a neophyte refinisher, all information is good information.

@lorrainewhitlock5377 Жыл бұрын

From what I can see it turned out to be a beautiful piece of furniture Barry❤😂🎉

@barbaralamoreaux328 Жыл бұрын

It looks great! Glad you discovered walnut under the blue paint and black enamel.

@neilschipper3741 Жыл бұрын

All your hard work paid off, came out beautiful!

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you Neil

@karencooper9185 Жыл бұрын

Please know this is said with total love and respect...Are you goofy???...not feeling well??? ..."call it good"...seriously Barry?!?! That sideboard is absolutely stunning!!! Another magnificent restoration. BRAVO

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

This made me laugh

@karencooper9185 Жыл бұрын

@Mad City Modern Your reply made me smile 😁

@VioletJoy Жыл бұрын

What an absolute stunner!! It's amazing, Barry. You are so humble and perpetually positive. It's understandable to get frustrated with pieces that require a lot of detail work. You might want to keep in mind that your viewers really enjoy watching you work through difficulties like that. Many of us learn through you. Your work is incredible and you might not give yourself enough credit. I'm blown away by what you turned this piece into. It was a brilliant decision to remove the base and add the legs. It's gorgeous!!!

@joyceclark8476 Жыл бұрын

Hi Barry, I’m glad you stayed with this piece. I really like how you turned it into something beautiful. Joyce ❤️🙏🇺🇸

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you Joyce

@Krise343 Жыл бұрын

“..At least know with confidence that’s something you’ll never try again”. I can apply this lesson to many experiences in my life. Please ask more than $400. It’s absolutely beautiful.

@Sharon-bo2se 4 ай бұрын

Whatever its origins and history, you gave the piece new life and purpose. The walnut glows and the new legs give it better proportions. I know you are always learning the crafts but you have a positive and calming attitude to the journey. Well done, Barry.

@pitsnipe5559 Жыл бұрын

Barry, you done good son! I was thinking it was elm. That wax finish is super nice.

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

@gihanrashad3270 Жыл бұрын

I think you did a fantastic job. You transferred an ugly duckling into a swan. Thank you.

@debbysouthworth5606 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful work!! I have never understood the person who would cover beautiful wood with tacky paint jobs.

@kathleenchang9206 Жыл бұрын

Pure joy watching you from start to such a beautiful finish, Barry.

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank yoy

@cynthiaknuerr7811 Жыл бұрын

The sideboard is truly a piece of beauty. As your skills continue to flourish, we are also learning with you. Increasing the leg height was spot on!!

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@lilacscentedfushias1852 Ай бұрын

Love it! Give yourself a break, don’t be so tough on herself. I can say that because I do it too

@MadCityModern Ай бұрын

Thank you

@shirleyannconfer9651 Жыл бұрын

The revealed wood grain is absolutely gorgeous. Yes, you’ve put a lot of work into this project, but it definitely shows.

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@Bzcenci812 Жыл бұрын

When I see Restaurations I often think of the rentability of these projects, and from your words I can confirm my thoughts: it is not high. Your wish to repair comes from an inner source.

@jeffreypucella3931 Жыл бұрын

I love every video u make such true passion and excellent results

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you Jeffrey

@jeffreypucella3931 Жыл бұрын

@@MadCityModern thank u. I truly feel peaceful watching and listening to you..learn alot and appreciate your devotion with heart..

@ashleyosborne6239 11 ай бұрын

WOW, Barry!! I am practically speechless!! You are truly gifted. And that wood underneath all the layers of different paints is GORGEOUS!! The choice of legs you went with...game changer. Well done, Barry. 😊

@donnapalaussie19 Жыл бұрын

I’m not keen on this cabinet I must admit, especially the handles but you worked your magic once again Barry, nice job indeed 😊❤

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@timshea5738 Жыл бұрын

After so many painted, cut up and otherwise molested pieces your project is a welcome breath of fresh air. Well done, and Thank You.

@maleahastommel7488 Жыл бұрын

No one would recognize that as the same furniture. Well done.

@annmurphy883 Жыл бұрын

It doesn't even look like the same piece! It's gorgeous!

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@emilyvelez4938 Жыл бұрын

My favorite part of your videos is the paint stripping. I just love it for some weird reason. I'd love a paint stripping compilation video 😊

@leahtupts4629 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful! So glad you didn’t throw this piece to the woodpile!!

@JesusEduardoQuinteroSuar-eg7id Жыл бұрын

Very good job.., magnificent result..! Greetings from Ecuador!!!

@mimi2the4 Жыл бұрын

Barry, I love your channel, your work, and your soothing tone while educating us along the way! I've ben doing this for decades, but I arn learning from you regularly...ihave never boiled my hardware, just soaked it cold overnight

@franceshurt3517 11 ай бұрын

WOW Barry, that looks amazing compared to the original.🥰💕👍👍💪💪

@nancyclark3049 Жыл бұрын

Barry you just never disappoint! Stunning piece of furniture! Thanks for another awesome video!

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you Nancy!

@bodaciousmo Жыл бұрын

It’s beautiful! The legs look original. I’m looking forward to your next projects. Sometimes work can seem like you don’t make much headway, but there are small things that after time build up to make a big transformation! My previous work was in property management, lots of homeless cleanup. No matter the work I did, the next day there was a 97.35% 🙃 chance the mess would be back. After some frustration, I began to improve on my efficiency and worked on approaching each day as calmly as possible. It didn’t happen overnight, haha! I hope these tedious projects can provide you with positive avenues- even the ability to refrain from being overwhelmed and taking the journey bit by bit is big! Have a great week!

@audiomxr Жыл бұрын

Wowowowow…the end result is a testament to perseverance! Your decision to remove the base was excellent.

@luckytahlula6515 Жыл бұрын

Dear Barry, my woodworking friend, your piece turned out lovely. I just wanted everyone to know that woodworking isn't as easy as you make it look. Your professionalism and attention to detail is to be commended. That was a lot of hard work, and I know this because you inspired me to work on my wooden furniture. Now I'm a lot older than you, but everyone that came around (my neighbors) to check my progress said they would just replace their pieces with new ones. Too much work for them. But my pieces are very sentimental to me. I've had them for a long time. I do have an advantage somewhat, mine are solid wood. Thank goodness, just a few small repairs where the vacuum has hit them. I love your channel and I consider you a friend and woodworking mentor. You persevere and get it done. Never doubt yourself when your intentions are thought through and their reasons are in the best interest of the matter. Live,learn, and love. God bless you and keep you.

@lisamyers8407 Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful piece of furniture. I love the deep chocolate grain look of Walnut. You did a great job as always Barry. God Bless you. 🙏🏻✝️🇺🇸🥰😊

@1954JDR Жыл бұрын

You did an excellent job on that sideboard. It is beautiful.

@richardguile4669 Жыл бұрын

know it was a lot of work but definitely worth it. You transformed this piece, I think it looks fabulous with all that beautiful grain exposed and those perfect legs. Well done, Barry!

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you Richard

@statewench2828 Жыл бұрын

Yes, Barry took the heaviness of the oriental style and gave it a form of gracefulness.

@joann5157 Жыл бұрын

Barry, you surely made a silk purse out of a sow's ear. I'm working on a knitting project and have learned that every mistake is a learning experience. Challenges are what keeps life interesting.

@milliecutie1080 Жыл бұрын

That is a MILLION times better than it is was!!! Well done 🎉🎉🎉

@poetryqn Жыл бұрын

The legs just elevated the piece for me, both physically and metaphorically. The wood grain on the veneer is gorgeous. So much better than the sloppy blue paint job!

@ninoskae Жыл бұрын

You sir are the ultimate perfectionist! This piece was fortunate to end up in your very talented hands! Didn’t doubt for a moment you would make it a desirable piece and lucky for us a very instructive learning experience. Bravo 👏🏽 👏🏽

@j.l.fisher6112 Жыл бұрын

Amazing, far better than I expected. The walnut veneer is beautiful 😍

@MrsJax304 Жыл бұрын

I'm thankful that you shared your mistakes. That's how we can all learn. This is gorgeous work.

@geoc1966 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!!

@pamsharp7656 Жыл бұрын

I so enjoy your videos. I learn along with your work. Each piece has a journey.

@NewSummitInc Жыл бұрын

This piece is beautiful, Barry. Well done!

@lwilliams946 Жыл бұрын

It may have taken lots longer than practical, but refinishing is not always about practical. This looks incredible and I love the new legs.The bees wax enriched the color so much. Its a very beautiful piece!

@GDixon-ch3yl Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness the difference between the four and the after is so phenomenal. Now it is truly a gorgeous piece of furniture. Wonderful job.

@monicaluketich6913 Жыл бұрын

I've heard a saying:"If you never fail, then you are not taking enough chances." We feel good about our successes, but we learn more from our failures. I hope my successes look as good as your "failures"! Thank you for teaching us correct techniques and which tools to use.

@christiemay4444 Жыл бұрын

WOW! What a beautiful transformation! Such beautiful wood! You made it beautiful again! So lovely!

@tucsi2754 Жыл бұрын

May not be perfect but it is gorgeous. I can imagine having this one in my home 😍

@jenwylie4093 18 күн бұрын

What an impressive transformation! Who would have known such beautiful wood was hidden underneath. I have pained many pine pieces of furniture, but I would have a hard time painting over something that was naturally so beautiful!

@jeanettepaynter1183 Жыл бұрын

This is a beautiful piece of furniture. All your hard work and frustration paid off. Who would would have thought all that beauty was hidden under that blue paint.👍

@eljoy5280 Жыл бұрын

Finish looks great. I preferred the original base for its unique style that gave it character.

@pegeen6634 Жыл бұрын

Barry, you’ve done great (with mistakes you’ve leaned) so far with this project❗️I really appreciate the time out you take to show us what you got around your shop. Plus the “thank yous”. I’ve used Howard’s wax as a last step on wood. That’s ok? I buffed it in. Again thanks for sharing your wood pieces with us. 🤩😻🕊️

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this

@patriciamathis7042 Жыл бұрын

Looks pretty perfect to me. I love that you reused the hardware ❤❤❤

@jd9351 Жыл бұрын

Nicely done. Don't over think it.

@Denise-uv2zq Жыл бұрын

Very nice. Don't sell yourself short, you do very good work. It is now a gorgeous piece of furniture. 😊

@feelthepeace Жыл бұрын

Wow! Wow! Wow, wow, wow!!! I knew it was walnut ... you did it SUCH HONOR! I would looooovvve this piece.

@cma9841 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful as always! I loved that I watched this video with Titanic playing on in the background as well! Lol

@johnje4285 Жыл бұрын

Another fabulous result, especially as you had to re-imagine the whole design

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@cheryl9162 10 ай бұрын

I love the way this piece turned out…your too hard on yourself…you’re a great teacher 😊

@rinaelia4455 Жыл бұрын

Once again you woked your magic! Great job!!😊

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@alibobo2009 Жыл бұрын

Wow. Learning experiences are fun, and, yes, call it good! It’s so wonderful to hear your thoughts and how you process the challenges you find. It’s just so practical and good modeling. Beautiful piece!

@lisagrafton2529 Жыл бұрын

The change from before, is AMAZING! You definitely made a great decision to get rid of that ugly base, and put mid-century modern legs on it!

@shirleypedersen7406 Жыл бұрын

I thought it turned out brilliant Barry. Well done.

@sistersarann3819 Жыл бұрын

Master at Restoration. Magnificent, well done :)

@mollylundquist9145 11 ай бұрын

A remarkable transformation and a wonderful video. So glad I found you.

@MadCityModern 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel

@marilynyarbrough7951 Жыл бұрын

That is nothing short of a miracle. So beautiful, your labor of love for your art is appreciated. Thanks for sharing.

@diysbydar Жыл бұрын

Wow! So beautiful my friend. I am currently doing a No No, painting 3 sides of a lane cedar chest. It's not a real old one, but I think it will really please some one. Awesome piece once again Barry, well done.

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

No judgment. I love your approach

@markvachon7131 Жыл бұрын

Everything you show turns out nice you do a great job the time you spend is well worth it I know some of the frustration you have good taste you have a eye for beauty wood

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you Mark

@lauriearmetta8472 6 ай бұрын

I think it turned out beautiful!! The natural beauty of this piece is amazing!

@michelerussell9044 Жыл бұрын

I can not believe how beautiful this turned out. Amazing work.

@mkemp5983 Жыл бұрын

that was wonderful, can’t believe they painted over all that beauty!

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@sdupre61 Жыл бұрын

I like your choice of removing the base, and thought sure you would give it different hardware, too. The finished wood looks great.

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Great suggestion

@colleenkidwell6871 Жыл бұрын

WOW. Great call removing the original base. Beautiful.

@MadCityModern Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@bluecurlygirl Жыл бұрын

It's gorgeous Barry. That hardware incident is well covered too. Interested in hearing how the feed and wax gets on with the rubio

@mary-chiltonvanhees1201 Жыл бұрын

The addition of the legs is brilliant. I love the color of this finish.

@Rippypoo Жыл бұрын

Very glad that you decided to go ahead and finish this restoration. It's a gorgeous piece.

@kathyaakananabluebird Жыл бұрын

It looks a million times better despite the frustrations you had. Bravo!