Antique Gentlemen's Chest Restoration... with a twist

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4 ай бұрын

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@tree_willow 4 ай бұрын

He may not be a mailman, but he never fails to deliver.

@lornacy 4 ай бұрын

Well put!

@annachung6002 4 ай бұрын

I was just going to say that!

@smashyrashy 4 ай бұрын

He would make a great mailman i he did

@leslieblackshear802 4 ай бұрын

Wow! Absolutely stunning

@deidrajames6686 4 ай бұрын

Clever lol 😅

@CamoJan 4 ай бұрын

Out of all the furniture refinishers out there in KZfaq world, you are by far my favorite. Your work is fantastic!! Can't wait til your next one!

@Rich_1 4 ай бұрын

I agree! No talking, no smash like button, awesome editing 👌

@karobramwell7943 4 ай бұрын

he is by far the best

@keanteewalker2515 4 ай бұрын

@@karobramwell7943 Agreed! :))

@annettehenry1368 2 ай бұрын

Agreed! Just watched my 2nd video.

@2ndlife.furniture.restoration Ай бұрын

Agreed! It’s nice to see that there are still nice people out there on youtube who leave nice comments. I just got slaughtered in my comments on my video so I thought I would make myself feel better and come and read the modern makeover comments, you guys are the best ❤

@madzabinga8382 4 ай бұрын

Beautiful restoration. The new legs just added something special. Also, the cutest diy tree decor!

@christybriggs1737 4 ай бұрын

I wonder how long he's going to "borrow" those legs from the bed frame. 😂

@carolpeiffer2222 3 ай бұрын

Besides adding "something special" with the legs, he also added height to the item. I imagine when it was made, most people were shorter. Now the drawers and doors are more accessible.

@marielowndes3442 4 ай бұрын

I have been following your incredible journey of furniture restoration or repurposing if needed. You are a fine example of what it means to"repurpose or recycle" which is the key to fixing our beautiful earth. Keep inspiring.

@debbiericker8223 4 ай бұрын

I just watched a video where someone rescued a sick, ugly, bedraggled, stray cat, nursed it back to health, and it completely transformed into a gorgeous, happy, fluffy, healthy cat with a whole new life. I got the same feeling of satisfaction watching both videos. Thanks for rescuing this beautiful piece.

@annachung6002 4 ай бұрын

I couldn’t agree with you more.

@christopherbedford9897 4 ай бұрын

💯👍

@kanderson845 2 ай бұрын

Nicely Put!!!!

@diannamacdonald3716 4 ай бұрын

You are so good at marrying different pieces and making the whole so much better than the parts. The legs from the bed were perfect for the chest. You even used the curved cut from the tabletop into a backrest for the new top. I’m impressed with everything you do!

@gnatuhlee0041 4 ай бұрын

Ugh this is too good I don’t even know where to start. The tone of the 3 stains mixed together is such a unique color and the fact that you salvaged the legs from a bed frame is so perfect. 💕💕💕

@debk9889 4 ай бұрын

Such a difference, beautiful! Love the choice of stain mix, the leg choice, the lighter stain in the drawers, and the grain, really gorgeous. The trees and greenery was the icing on the cake! Great turnout and filming as always. Have a blessed holiday season!

@korinnespencer1324 4 ай бұрын

Honestly….. you are my absolute favorite KZfaq channel. Relaxing anticipation!! Everything you touch turns to gold. Thank you for sharing.

@hannahstraining7476 4 ай бұрын

Oh My! I would never have believed those 2 dressers were the same piece of furniture. Fabulous choice of legs and pulls. And the lighted Christmas trees are a delight.

@crafterscrapbook 4 ай бұрын

This was a piece definately worth saving. Love the stain, you brought the piece back to life.

@celina3209 4 ай бұрын

wow. the way the dresser turned out is amazing! also props to your video making skills. its so enjoyable to watch

@socalstr 4 ай бұрын

"And we're done" is always the saddest part of my day. . . And then you went over the top with the little Christmas tree bonus. So very well done.

@eighthu 4 ай бұрын

What a beautiful piece! The stain brought out some amazing qualities to it. And I absolutely loved the process of how you created the new legs!

@Naturallyjj0806 4 ай бұрын

If I hadn’t watched the process I would have never believed it was the same piece. The legs were a perfect addition and so glad someone else chopped them so you could improve the piece. It turned out fantastic.

@PLaTerra 4 ай бұрын

You are so darn creative. You make things better than the original or at least you make them relevant for todays times. Love your vids so keep them coming!

@tattooeddragon 4 ай бұрын

Is there nothing you can’t do?! Spectacular work as always!

@doriglenn1358 4 ай бұрын

I had to watch this over again! I couldn’t believe this was under all that paint- it’s just truly stunning! You’ve made this 100 year old gentleman young and vibrant, and ready to take on the next 100 years! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

@gladyssanchez5928 4 ай бұрын

Andy, another well done masterpiece. This time you didn't add anything but legs and handles and yet it's a work of art. Love it !!!!!

@johnstephen7557 4 ай бұрын

My first time here.... I cannot believe how many new techniques I've learned in 15 minutes!! How to attach legs....from another piece. How to rip down the top from another piece, How to use the offcut from another piece as an upstand, How to attach the upstand, Using a pizza sock instead of a cloth.... I'm thrilled!! Hi from a new subscriber in Ireland 🇮🇪

@ModernMakeovers 4 ай бұрын

Wonderful! Thank you for watching my videos:)

@kokod2736 4 ай бұрын

Always a joy to watch you refinish furniture. Thanks so much for posting.

@myraholmes8702 4 ай бұрын

I never know where you're going til you're finished. The handles make it a very masculine piece. Just beautiful, Andy

@toni5810 4 ай бұрын

This restoration is equivalent to a quality suit for a well-dressed gentleman! I thoroughly enjoy your videos - professionalism and creativity!

@tgnben 4 ай бұрын

This was such a great restoration! And the 3 little Christmas trees were so cute!

@paulao776 4 ай бұрын

Beautiful. I love the tree decorations! 🌲❤

@victorhawkins3461 4 ай бұрын

First off, the Christmas trees were a nice touch...but, then, your videos are filled with nice touches. The clock for the time lapse section was mighty fine, too. Yessir...we'll see you in 2024...and are looking forward to it! Happy Holidays!

@manuela_kral4983 4 ай бұрын

Oh what a relief for this cabinet to have all this dreadful paint gone! Thank you for saving it! 👍😊

@alexandra_sa_lazer 4 ай бұрын

My jaw never ceases to drop during your videos. Your skills are superb, your commitment to upcycling inspirational, and your sense of humor delightful. Not to mention the editing is top notch. Well done every time sir!

@carla109 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your talent with us, Andy! I love the result of mixing those three stains. The drawer pulls are a nice touch, too. Happy holidays to you and yours! 💕

@patsyshafchuk5368 4 ай бұрын

Andy, Merry Christmas! I am always stunned at the end of every project you do. I think I know how it will be finished - but you always add one level up. Thank you for the care and artistry of your videos. Such a pleasure to watch!

@isabela.marino 4 ай бұрын

I've watched every single one of your videos and every piece is breathtaking but this one is my absolute favourite!! It is so elegant and the wood is so beautiful! The choice of legs and hardware elevated it so much. Amazing job as always! You are so talented! Thank you for sharing with us.

@keanteewalker2515 4 ай бұрын

Adding the vintage cast iron hardware was I think the cherry on top!

@emmanuellemonin8791 4 ай бұрын

I greatly appreciate your work with the furniture pieces, but the video has to be what sets you apart and “up&beyond”. Great filming, editing, scripting, love your sense of humor… indeed, in my top 3 channels… maybe even #1! Keep them coming, absolutely love your posts!!! and… THANK YOU

@katiebellmichelle 4 ай бұрын

This looks a million times better, amazing job per usual 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@enra72 4 ай бұрын

i preferred it how it was

@annachung6002 4 ай бұрын

@@enra72 interesting

@nancydugas3022 4 ай бұрын

You never disappoint. The quality of your work is truly matched by the quality of your videos. I look forward to your work in 2024.

@loisbolton1800 4 ай бұрын

I love your sense of humour and your sheer artistry in presenting the project. The results of course are sublime. Another stunner. 🥰

@gingercontreras8511 4 ай бұрын

Simply perfection! I was wondering how you were going to add your signature touch to this piece without changing it to drastically. Then, in true Modern Makeover style, you created those Christmas trees, leaving this viewer surprised yet again. Oh and those bed legs - genius!!! Love watching your channel 🤗

@w15h0na5tar 4 ай бұрын

Ha, you really tricked me at the end!

@Lina-vd3lu 4 ай бұрын

You truly never miss! Stunning results as always :)

@marymarshall5134 4 ай бұрын

You are so fantastic to watch. Video is so professional, talking is kept to the minimum amd your process and professionalism is great to watch. Great transition once again. Thanks.

@luludelgadillo8204 4 ай бұрын

You showed so much love and respect to this piece. You my friend are amazing!!! Your work is amazing!!!

@TuckerSP2011 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for bringing that sad piece back to life and elegance. Merry Christmas Andy!

@eremie2899 4 ай бұрын

Yes!!!! Love it!!! I get so excited whenever I see one your new videos pop up!!! ❤❤❤

@shirleyannconfer9651 4 ай бұрын

This is so gorgeous, and I love the new legs and top. The Christmas trees are a wonderful repurposing of wood that many would have tossed in a burn pile!

@LV12800 4 ай бұрын

WOW...every restoration a total masterpiece! Love the legs, the new top with curved backing, the stain combo...you are incredibly talented, and all your videos are a real treat!

@catherinetetrault4789 4 ай бұрын

Very cool! I would rather it be naturally stained than painted. I understand that sometimes it is all a person can do because a piece is too far gone, so people paint but this piece is fantastic 👌❤

@williamlloyd3769 4 ай бұрын

Wow, went from my dorm room curb find to a treasured family heirloom piece with your expertise!

@littlebirdie27 4 ай бұрын

Everything you restore turns out so beautifully. I love watching artisans work, whether it be wood working, sewing, tailoring, shoe making. It takes such skill to work with your hands and create something. It really is amazing to see the process of nothing becoming something beautiful and useful, especially when it's done by hand. I want to learn to sew but it's so daunting to try something new. Thank you for sharing your work with us. The fact that even you are still learning, even though you have so much knowledge already makes me feel less scared to try. It just shows that we never stop learning.

@Madre_de_Gatos 4 ай бұрын

The very definition of a jaw-dropping transformation! Merry Christmas, Andy!

@mollysheridan7134 4 ай бұрын

Looks terrific. Love the trees too!

@juanmanfon 4 ай бұрын

This has become one of my favorites from your channel. Great job!!!

@chrisdavis1722 4 ай бұрын

Just stunning! It looks like a cherished antique now with a rich finish and updated hardware. Kudos on the tip on finding the center of a circle, and I love using the offcut from the top as a backstop piece. Great job! 👍

@lindahedley9049 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely beautiful, these are the best finds, hard work in the beginning but look at the end results. We done young man, Merry Christmas x

@luciecomeau67 4 ай бұрын

Oh WoW! Amazing job, you did it and it's always a great pleasure to see you working

@barbaracatalano6299 4 ай бұрын

Stunning! Thanks for a wonderful year of videos. Happy Holidays. Looking forward to seeing you create in 2024.

@luigispina4521 4 ай бұрын

I don't know, how do you can always find the way for this amazing final result. As we say in Italy, you are a Maestro. All your works are absolutely a masterpiece.

@Hadenufyet 3 ай бұрын

I love this show: your ability to see beauty in “junk”, your perfectionism & skill, the videography, your humor, the finished product! I love the breaks to rake leaves and follow an insect ❤❤❤❤. Congrats on your well-deserved award! 🥇

@marcmillet906 4 ай бұрын

Wow. Another fine piece of work. Cool Christmas trees too.

@susansharphaynes555 4 ай бұрын

Wow I'm so impressed with how you turned trash to treasure!! Thats beautiful!!!!

@garywagner2466 4 ай бұрын

Since that was solid wood, it was around for a long time with many owners over the years. We don’t see solid wood furniture very often anymore. Clever of you to spot it under all that paint. Most people do not have the knowledge, skill or materials to refinish furniture properly, so the simplest approach is to paint it. Easy to scoff at them, but paint is comparatively inexpensive and easy to apply. Well done to restore that piece to its natural beauty.

@debby8428 4 ай бұрын

Beautiful!!! I love your comment "I don't know what woodworkers did before google" was funny. The craft was usually passed down in families or apprentices. You amaze me with every piece!

@gabriellacorbin3415 4 ай бұрын

Another amazing project. Thanks you Andy

@Adogslife54 4 ай бұрын

Dang! I’m speechless…again! You do great work! What more needs to be said?!

@rebeccamononen4132 4 ай бұрын

The plot twist of cutting off the gorgeous rounded edge of the dining table top... and then reattaching it to the back! Honestly, it's better than any thriller movie I have ever seen.

@caitling1708 4 ай бұрын

beautiful! i love when you go zany but i love this kind of classic restoration too, especially for a lovely and solid piece like this. and the 'twist' was cute :> thank you for your efforts!!

@truthseeker9108 4 ай бұрын

Beautiful work, as usual. You never disappoint! Happy Hoiidays!

@marvinraphaelmonfort8289 4 ай бұрын

what a find! great work on restoring it and literally elevating it with the longer legs hehe. happy holidaze

@desireedoan9267 4 ай бұрын

I'm not sure, but I think it's my favorite rebirth. The legs, the top the new findings, all make such a happy new piece 😊 Happy Holidays

@elishahankin6465 4 ай бұрын

They dont make furniture of this quality anymore. Glad to see it get refinished for another 100 years of use!❤

@esmekaffen4961 4 ай бұрын

Well this is just stunning. You always do beautiful work but this one really stands out. The stains, handles, new legs. Beautiful and elegant. And the Christmas trees are so clever and perfect. Thanks for all the beautiful makeovers this year! Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas 🎄🎁🎄and a happy and prosperous New Year 🍾🥂🥳🎉

@ModernMakeovers 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. Happy Holidays!

@statewench2828 4 ай бұрын

It looks like you found that physcodellic wood grain after all. Love the X-mas trees too. Merry Christmas.

@randomwhitedude412 4 ай бұрын

Beautiful! I’m striving to be a carpenter or woodworker and I turn on your videos sometimes to just see the art and craft of it. Your handiwork is truly something special. My goal is to hopefully be like you one day and take something completely old and worn and turn it into something beautiful and vibrant.

@BadgerandBee 4 ай бұрын

Magnificent! Who would have thought it could turn out so beautiful? And the Christmas trees, so clever!

@Objective-Observer 4 ай бұрын

Gorgeous! I love the edge of the Kitchen Table was used in such a practical way. LOVE the Christmas Trees.

@TheBlondeSunset 4 ай бұрын

You have a great eye for design

@maryloumarr6482 4 ай бұрын

Even though I watched you do this, I can't believe what you were able to do with this piece!!! You are AMAZING!!

@danielbruceagra9022 4 ай бұрын

you took an old shelf of leftovers from an art classroom into a nice shelf who belongs into a classy room, Good job, man

@kaycox19 4 ай бұрын

Marvelous outcome. You do such beautiful work!

@sharonshields1482 4 ай бұрын

Wow! I am truly impressed. Thank you for sharing your work. See you in 2024.

@indoorsyren3955 4 ай бұрын

I watch a lot of furniture restoration videos, but I think this one is my favorite I have ever seen.

@syster9700 4 ай бұрын

You never fail to amaze me. Thank you for the videos this year, they were one of the most satisfying, relaxing and inspiring videos to watch. Happy holidays and see you next year!

@definetlylucina1381 4 ай бұрын

Wow, this might be my favorite restoration you’ve done. I’d buy that in a second

@flipnawesome5756 4 ай бұрын

Beautiful! You got lucky that the wood under the paint wasn’t all messed up.

@MS-pk2gl 4 ай бұрын

You create the most amazing pieces. All that sanding.....so much patience!

@reissouthworth3978 4 ай бұрын

Wow. 🎉 You are so talented . Watching you in 2023 has been excellent. The grain on that second interior drawer was rather psychedelic, wasn’t it?

@machisanchez 4 ай бұрын

One of my favorites so far 🤍

@nik-jh6sv 4 ай бұрын

I really thought you named the mixed stain pizza sock because I didn't notice the pizza sock at first 😂

@elizabethlequay5202 4 ай бұрын

You brought this back to what it should be. Absolutely stunning!

@ExLibris-Alys 4 ай бұрын

Your work is always impressive Andy and this piece no exception, it’s absolutely gorgeous. I love watching you work and I’m always bowled over by the end result, you’re incredibly talented 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻. I love the sweet little Christmas Trees too 🎄🎄🎄 🤭 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

@DAMIENSAQUAWORLD 4 ай бұрын

Rocking it as per usual. Amazing! I suddenly have a craving for pizza.

@fiberotter 4 ай бұрын

It was sad to see what had been done to that dresser. But I enjoyed watching you rob parts and pieces of other things to add pizazz to it The knobs and pulls were the perfect touch. Your trees an inspiring. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas holiday and a happy new year.

@beverlybowman813 4 ай бұрын

I can’t believe they painted over that beautiful wood. First time I visited your channel. Very impressed with your out of the box design and restoration. Looking forward to future videos.

@lauraletchemaiteetchemaite1753 4 ай бұрын

You really made a miracle with this chest! I love how the new legs fit the chest!

@cleopatracatra2097 4 ай бұрын

Merry Christmas! You certainly made that piece handsome again and gave it back its dignity!

@user-tc3ue6rw8d 4 ай бұрын

It is always amasing & beautifull the result. I am always looking foward for the next project. keep up the super work

@treeflamingo 4 ай бұрын

Those curved legs from the bedframe were a stoke of genius! Stunning work, as always 👏

@coleenburgess6689 4 ай бұрын

I love that you used the cast off table top!! I do too!! Always can find them for free or at least cheap and finish up so nicely!! Love, love, love this project!!

@annachung6002 4 ай бұрын

As so many people already said, you never cease to amaze me. You genius smart young man Merry Christmas and a Happy New Years!! 🎄🎄

@cantocant2346 4 ай бұрын

Incredibly beautiful work. Classic piece of furniture. The redo of the top using the dining room table was brilliant.

@yvonneschermerhorn866 3 ай бұрын

That outcome is fabulous! I loved that you showed all the steps, but didn't make it a slow, tedious video. It was pleasant to watch, using only text as simple explanations! It held my attention and awe❤.

@shellywhite1929 4 ай бұрын

I love the comment, about how did wood working exist before the internet. I'm in my 60's, and I've often been amazed at what I can accomplish and learn thanks to you tube. Encyclopedias? And books on a particular subject, the library.....🤷‍♀️ you are very talented! Beautiful transformation! ❤