Crusty Old Step Stool Restoration

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2 жыл бұрын

I saw this stool one day while perusing the electronic bay and immediately decided I needed to buy and restore it. I spent way too much money for this hunk of junk, but I have zero regrets. This restoration turned out a lot cooler than I expected when I started. It might be one of the only projects from my restoration videos that I use on a regular basis.
I didn't really have a plan going into this restoration as far as how I was going to remove the rust and whether I was going to paint or polish it. Once I stripped away all the old crusty paint and rust I saw some beautiful brazing work. I felt like I couldn't cover up this brazing and it actually ended up inspiring me to do some tig brazing myself. Anyway watch the video. The rest of the restoration is self explanatory.
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@AnneWilkynson 2 жыл бұрын

I really know nothing about restoration or woodworking, although I find myself fascinated by it. I loved this video, not only the amount of knowledge and attention to detail you displayed, incredibly, but also the actual filming, the sounds, it was so calming, it felt like art in of itself. Lovely.

@cocinandoconlatia7202 2 жыл бұрын

Más que eso...un trabajo doble valorado.. .. Porque en si lleva mérito cuando se hace con material nuevo... aquí es doble porque primero hay que desmantelar,limpiar renovar...y lo digo porque aunque mi profesión es otra .. que también es de arreglar (cabello) no se iguala con el desgaste físico y mental que hay que invertir...pero cuando le gusta a uno ,es un deleite el mirar de lo que es uno capaz de hacer.... Saludos desde 🇲🇽 y para el creador un 💯

@grytlappar 2 жыл бұрын

@@cocinandoconlatia7202 I second that. (Just wrote something to that effect in a comment.) This channel - and this gentleman's work - is a delight, for the soul. It's not the "I bought this dresser for $40 and sold it for $550!," but about appreciation for the furniture, the craft and love that was put into them, the apprectation for the materials, the history... Not the "Me! Me! Me! Look, this is how you can make $500 from a shitty old art deco vanity!" (Ugh.) It's inspirational.

@roastbeefsandwich6769 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoy watching videos like yours because it's plain to see that Americans can match the Japanese for craftsmanship and workmanship. Well done! 😀

@billparrish4385 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice restoration! A tip on one of your tools: The first table saw sled I ever made, I had a habit of hooking my thumb over the fence like that. One day, I unknowingly hooked it too close to where the blade exits. I didn't cut it off, but came so close I wondered why I didn't. From that day on, every sled I make, I always glue a block of wood there, and cut through it as needed. It's not a stop for the blade, but for my thumb sliding farther than I realize toward the blade path.

@valbain209 2 жыл бұрын

Yikes! I'm glad you didn't hurt yourself.

@MarshWaha Жыл бұрын

You got lucky the Good Lord is watching over you.

@baltigra Жыл бұрын

Preach, brother

@ss-py6tf 2 жыл бұрын

That step stool was made back in the day when things were made to last. That is an excellent restoration job 👍👏

@DietBajaBlast 8 ай бұрын

except it kinda didnt

@lindsayjones1359 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah! There are people that know how to restore items, instead of just throwing them in the garbage. Wonderful!

@CrabOfDoom 2 жыл бұрын

Big appreciation for leaving it unpainted. There were so many colors on that poor frame, it looked like it had been coated in ancient Fruity Pebbles.

@sammyjo8109 2 жыл бұрын

Bawahahahah...... Fruity Pebbles....LMAO! Good one !

@billparrish4385 2 жыл бұрын

Don't say that too loudly in front of Peter Brown (if you know that channel). His next project will be a step ladder whose parts are turned on a lathe from Fruity Pebbles and resin! :)

@JohnZombi88 Жыл бұрын

@@billparrish4385 sounds delicious

@billparrish4385 Жыл бұрын

@@JohnZombi88 🤣

@kaygee8343 2 жыл бұрын

Initially, I though: "why is he bothering?". But as the video progressed, it became increasingly apparent. What started out as an old, rusted utilitarian object turned out, under your skillful hands, as a beautifully restored high-end decorative accessory. Beautiful job. Congratulations. Oh yes. Absolutely loved the choice of the maple for the steps and top. Really cool.

@mel_bee 2 жыл бұрын

More than a decorative accessory, it's useful too. The best of both worlds.

@jeanhopman5659 2 жыл бұрын

still looks like a step stool to me.

@cheryldavis8776 2 жыл бұрын

It truly looks great, but how many hours did it take?

@michaelpower4372 2 жыл бұрын

See u would throw it out but that person would restore it. Looks better than the stuff u would buy today. Would watch videos like that all day. Great job

@grytlappar 2 жыл бұрын

@@cheryldavis8776 And what would the average person have done with those hours instead? Pissed away the time on Facebook or Instagram. Or youtube for that matter. ;) Besides, it's not just the end result, but the satisfaction of creating something with your hands. Plus (so many plusses!) there's the environment factor. Reusing, repairing... like people used to do.

@louislandi938 2 жыл бұрын

You have given me a number of ideas. I will no longer walk past ‘well used’ items at garage sales, etc.

@maryjames7193 2 жыл бұрын

I admire anyone that saves otherwise useless worn out items. You have a wonderful talent.....and the COOLEST little skinny sander I have ever seen.😁

@n.662 2 жыл бұрын

Сколько истинно хороших вещей пропадает на наших свалках!((( Потому что мало таких трудолюбивых опытных людей! Спасибо, что спасли такую чудесную вещь, и за видео!

@derekcomer4858 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful restoration, and I was thrilled that you kept the bare metal look, especially with the lovely brazed areas. Also top level tig work and woodwork. Thank you 🙏

@aleksandramayilova510 2 жыл бұрын

Умная голова ,золотые ру Ки удачи вам по жизни Баку

@kentshrader6616 6 ай бұрын

Dear Sir: I watched this video when you first posted it and watched it again just recently. Thank you for sharing not only the experience of restoration but the techniques involved in saving this stool and bringing it back to life. I have a rusted four legged metal stool with a leather seat that I plan to restore. I'm sure I'll watch your excellent video again when I get stumped..

@dianeadams9537 Жыл бұрын

BEAUTIFUL RESTORATION!!!💜💜💜💜

@user-qn5nq7pl1o 2 жыл бұрын

Вот как надо любить свою работу! Пока смотрела, не заметила, как и сама влюбилась в эту стремянку - захотелоь ее погладить, обнять! Потрясающий пример достоинства мастера!

@Alexsa575 2 жыл бұрын

Супер круто ✌️👍🌺 Мужчина, ты просто КРАСАФФФФФЧИК ✌️👍 Я уверена, что стремянка даже когда была новой, то не была такой красивой👍👍👍💯

@smallfootprint2961 2 жыл бұрын

You have to love doing all that work, but fun to have the repaired step stool. So cute.

@njmommie 2 жыл бұрын

Wow… this turned out BEAUTIFULLY

@user-me4ew2sb2g 2 жыл бұрын

Завораживающее зрелище смотреть на вашу работу. Вы даете старым, обычным вещам вторую жизнь, делая из них шедевры.

@user-zz4sc8qf1n 2 жыл бұрын

На английском ТВ (не помню названия программы) была великолепная передача про реставрацию. Женщина приходила на свалку, куда свозили всё ненужное и отбирала приглянувшиеся ей вещи на реставрацию. Результат реставрации всегда был поразительным и НЕОЖИДАННЫМ по стилю и качеству. Она продавала обновлённые вещи и обязательно писала, сколько денег выручила с каждой вещи. Ничего лучше той передачи мне не встречалось.

@dimkakrevetka9528 2 жыл бұрын

Этой женщине после похода на свалку,из за отравления потом поносом ноги оторвало.Жалко ее(((

@user-zz4sc8qf1n 2 жыл бұрын

@@dimkakrevetka9528 Уважаемая креветка, спасибо за шутку. Мы смеялись :-)

@LaraLara-qw6vx 2 жыл бұрын

After renovation by the MASTER, coffee and cake can be served on this staircase. Thanks for the video, great work👑👍👏🏆

@Nancy-mi3xe Жыл бұрын

Love to see beautiful old things saved and brought back to life in a beautiful!

@medicbabe2ID 2 жыл бұрын

It's so beautiful. I wouldn't dare step on it in anything but my sock feet for fear of marring that lovely wood. Thank you for bringing it back to the glory it deserves. 🙏

@mel_bee 2 жыл бұрын

Seeing clean shiny metal emerge is every bit as satisfying as watching beautiful wood transformed out of a trashed piece, even more impressive in a way.

@michaeldicarlo5540 2 жыл бұрын

The many layers of paint gave it a awesome vintage look but that ladder has to be about 60 years old and you made it look brand new. Love the bare metal look, nice job!

@mauricecharron3862 2 жыл бұрын

Wait What???? If I had not seen this with my own eyes I would NOT believe that this is the same step stool! Bravo to you! Well done!

@ImCarolB 2 жыл бұрын

This is the sort of object my Ancient Dad would bring home for me and I'd be so happy, because I knew it was going to be great, which is just what Dad expected.

@user-hq6xy5ox7l 2 жыл бұрын

Как же люблю реставрации, любые, чего угодно....Очень нравится смотреть и делать то, что даёт 2 жизнь нужным, полезным, или просто красивым и дорогим именно тебе вещам! Спасибо мастеру! С утра настроение подняли, вдохновили на трудовые подвиги!!!

@pamelakrein6248 2 жыл бұрын

I have this same step stool and want to do the same thing you did with yours. I don't have your skill/tools, but it will be a challenge! Yours turned out beautiful! Thank you for the inspiration!🥰

@kiiiisu 2 жыл бұрын

just go for it! :D

@terriesbrook 2 жыл бұрын

that step stool is now a hundred thousand times nicer than it ever was new good show! 👍

@elainetwum3465 2 жыл бұрын

Anybody else would have thrown that old thing away. Thanks for saving it. You saved some natural resources, reduced waste and pollution.

@user-oo4hd1el5k 2 жыл бұрын

Интересно наблюдать как из старья делают эксклюзивные вещи. Здорово, руки у Вас золотые))

@user-zz5yh5rf4x 2 жыл бұрын

Хорошая душевная работа. Красивое восстановление.

@elizabethmims8197 2 жыл бұрын

The most elegant step stool I ever saw!

@mebpratt859 2 жыл бұрын

Growing up we didn’t have a lot of money, so my father restored antique furniture that didn’t cost much. I learned from him that it is more time than money you invest in restoring. Plus, so many of the older things were much better quality than things today. Thank you for these videos.

@lem4100 2 жыл бұрын

I never would have imagined that could have been restored so well. Great job!

@thomashiggins4923 2 жыл бұрын

That's really beautiful! Great idea to leave it bare metal - totally enhances the workshop aesthetic. Thanks, Tom

@elainetwum3465 Жыл бұрын

Can't believe you wasted your time on that ol' step stool but so glad you did. Wonderful

@ce7618 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video. Just goes to show you can do anything one step at a time. 👍🏼🇬🇧🤓

@lindafrazier7295 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing work! 👏 It is definitely a work of art by the time you are finished.

@user-pe3es9mb1d 2 жыл бұрын

👍Просто волшебство. Я залипла, не могла оторваться от экрана до самого конца. Большое спасибо за эстетическое наслаждение...

@harrietlevenson5647 2 жыл бұрын

What an amazing transformation. And now it is good for another 100 years

@barbaracorbell4232 2 жыл бұрын

YOU HAVE IMPROVED ON PERFECTIONISM!!!!!!

@kiimmig2293 2 жыл бұрын

Love This! Since I was in grade school and found my first antique toaster in an old barn, cleaned it up and it worked, I see that old stuff and see history and a time when things were made to last with amazing workmanship. And I actually see artwork in the old wooden parts.

@dianaglaze3710 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful job! I am so glad you were able to restore this piece.

@scottcates 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, that brazing is pretty sweet! Stunning results

@KarenL-qt7dy 2 жыл бұрын

I'll bet that this step stool didn't look this good when it was brand new! GREAT job!!

@juliem.679 2 жыл бұрын

A work of restoration art. I would certainly be proud to keep such a step stool in my own home and have the fun of telling its story to admirers. Great job!!!

@johannas.l.brushane2518 2 жыл бұрын

Thought the same, this one wouldn't need to be carried in and out for when needing it but looks so good you could have it visible in the house. In the entrance or in front of a window carrying a plant when it's not at duty.

@taytase 2 жыл бұрын

The brass repairs are very reminiscent of kintsugi work. I love it!

@mepucket3029 2 жыл бұрын

Fixing things and taking care of your things should be the way we still are

@kellyallen9732 2 жыл бұрын

This is awesome. I love recycling and repair and I watch these videos before I go to sleep to relax me.

@American_Jeeper 2 жыл бұрын

I’m still laughing from “Screw this”, a sentiment every guy has had at one point or another, when working on a project.

@allykuit5384 2 жыл бұрын

And gal.

@DonnaMSchmid 2 жыл бұрын

What a cool step stool... I really like how you restored it, with the brushed finish! Nice work!

@CrustyRestorations 8 ай бұрын

Great job, will be around for another 50 years 👍

@rendajones7368 2 жыл бұрын

This is why a day at the metal junkyard is so fun!

@coopwerks 2 жыл бұрын

This was way more satisfying than expected. Keep it up!

@serenity6415 2 жыл бұрын

It's gorgeous! I love it when pieces are restored to be much more beautiful than is necessary for just its basic function. You have very high standards and that makes for amazing videos.

@Ilovedarkchocolate 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so relieved that the metal wasn't covered in glossy spray paint! And as I was watching I thought a nice medium or dark stain would look beautiful with the shiny metal... and I got so excited to see the wood being stained!!!! beautiful end result

@grammybear4226 2 жыл бұрын

🐼 Big Bear Hugs from a 68 yr old grandma in Kirby, Texas, USA 🐼 ❤️ 🎀 ❤️ 🎀 ❤️ 🎀

@lisaakinlabi 2 жыл бұрын

This made me miss my Dad - he was talented like this as well.

@jpatrick1967 2 жыл бұрын

The one thing I would add to this of this was mine is some rubber feet on each corner. But other than that, this was a really good one.

@frankfarklesberry 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I was thinking about how to improve while he was at it as well. I would have added more bracing to make it sturdier, like a cross-brace on the back. Very relaxing and enjoyable to watch.

@phonotical 2 жыл бұрын

Tough to find rounded corners!

@MisterGames 2 жыл бұрын

Cut to size sticky tennis racquet grip tape

@phonotical 2 жыл бұрын

@@sammyjo8109 but they didn't... They changed it entirely

@kayerin5749 2 жыл бұрын

That smooth foot rests look like an accident waiting to happen on a slick floor, or if someone didn't step on it carefully. There has got to be a way to attach a rubber grip of some kind to the feet. It might ruin the aesthetic, but it's better than a broken back!

@kalamakika1259 2 жыл бұрын

Other people throw away such things. You have made a designer piece of it. 👍👍👍

@juliemarkham4332 6 ай бұрын

Oh my gosh! It sounds like I'm at the dentist! Absolutely amazing metal work!

@user-ee1ff2ix2g 2 жыл бұрын

Какая красивая работа, просто завораживает!

@goofe.washington953 2 жыл бұрын

“hi”……that was excellent. I laughed out loud.

@salehsalim9788 2 жыл бұрын

Your hand made is amazing i will attemping to your qouit and decent restoratiion

@leonardcrane6689 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic restoration of a useful addition for short people with tall cupboards.

@dawnpetz9085 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful stool and beautiful workmanship.

@bagpipes978 2 жыл бұрын

What an absolutely magnificent job you did restoring this precious step ladder! Just beautiful!! I wish Americans would stop being such a wasteful society and take pride in restoring things. Instead they just throw everything away - items that are well-made and are worth the time and energy to restore. Thank you so much for this lesson in honoring valuable and useful items that just need a bit of restoration to bring back their beauty and function. Brilliant!

@karenvaught3995 2 жыл бұрын

“A little bit of restoration”! 😉

@ratnamukherjee9404 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree

@mariawise534 2 жыл бұрын

Americans restore a lot, you just don’t know any.

@donbeusee 2 жыл бұрын

Jennifer, are you including yourself in that criticism? Not everyone has a big workshop like this with all these tools, the skills to do it, or the time. And it's cheaper to buy new rather than bring it to someone who could restore it. It's one thing to praise this guy for his ability to restore this step ladder (and it is awesome), but you don't need to criticize "Americans" in the process. Why did you single out "Americans"?

@MrJJ042804 2 жыл бұрын

@@mariawise534, mostly Cars!

@ChipChannelRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Nice little step stool Restoration Station.

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@Africa-ky1bg 2 жыл бұрын

A great idea overall for a community ...the retired old woodworking/ handymen-women club ! My dad had his own workshop & loved to tinker and had all the types equipment for these types of jobs as well as electrical, plumbing and everything in between. Wouldn't it be awesome if EVERY community had a drop off location and fund to facilitate the workshops (whether personal or as a group) locations supplies. They could confer with each other on projects they don't know what to do with. And then a computer site of what is the before & after - & sell at a minimum price - $1 - $5 etc...that would also go back to fund the projects. They could exchange from one county to another and the those unused but needed could be sent abroad to help those with less and in need of household items. And the handymen could have contests and vote on each other's restoration projects and have a prize - donated from the community.

@bookmouse2719 2 жыл бұрын

You made it better than it ever looked in it's life!

@Blaze_1961 2 жыл бұрын

I like the bare metal look and as you wrote in the description the brazing was a good look. I use Boeshields all the time and like it but it has to be reapplied pretty often if you don't want bare metal to start rusting again. Good thing is you can always clean it off and spray a clear coat on.

@johncole5175 2 жыл бұрын

A great mix of wood and metal! Maybe some feet to prevent damage in the future?

@ashleywright8686 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for not adding [annoying] music to your wonderful video. The “music” is in the tools themselves.

@sharonmaberry-bourke7013 2 жыл бұрын

I admire those who rescue and the finished step stool~

@sammyjo8109 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic job! Love the wood finish. I'm glad you restored it just as it was new. You have a lot of great tools. I'd love to have your workshop.

@user-hq6xy5ox7l 2 жыл бұрын

А меня бы обрадовало наличие таких рук, ума, любви к своей работе и к вещам, которые нуждаются в реставрации или ремонте (мне присуще только последнее, а остальное явно нужно развивать)!

@deusaesteves5119 2 жыл бұрын

Suas restaurações, são sempre perfeitas. Parabéns. 👏👏👏👏

@mildredmartinez8843 2 жыл бұрын

It's too cute to step on it. I would use it to put plants on it. Great job.

@idaschoenborn7528 2 жыл бұрын

Great job. That stool looks brand new.

@jandiracamaragusmaocardoso690 2 жыл бұрын

Que trabalho lindo de restauração! Parabéns! Adoro recuperar tudo, mas não disponho dos equipamentos como os seus. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@repairrestore3293 2 жыл бұрын

looks perfect! I hope my skills and tools would be so good!

@max28xl83 2 жыл бұрын

With that many paint colors removed, I wonder how many people used/sat on that step stool over the decades. Not mention the conversations. 👍👍 Now many more years of service to come.

@brendahamrick9337 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t know how you remember where all the pieces go ! I love your videos.

@marislanna3484 2 жыл бұрын

O resultado final é surpreendente. É um artista.

@zaidaborba47 2 жыл бұрын

Belo trabalho, parabéns 👏👏👏

@heyjude1101 2 жыл бұрын

From junk to gem! Awesome

@debbyangenni4616 2 жыл бұрын

Very beautiful work, love restored older items.

@madinas.9187 2 жыл бұрын

Качественные инструменты + золотые руки!!!😊

@user-nc6vn3bt3v 2 жыл бұрын

Приятно смотреть на вашу работу!

@cheryldavis8776 2 жыл бұрын

I actually loved how the wood on the top platform and the bottom step looked...!

@juliacassidy8664 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic restoration on that step stool. Brilliant. Julia Cassidy from Nottingham England. 👍

@opticaltrace4382 2 жыл бұрын

Great job. Some sort of feet for anti-slip/floor protection maybe though?

@52memor 2 жыл бұрын

Send those paint splattered wooden steps in as an entry for the "Turner Prize" bound to win :)

@beverlyjones4020 6 ай бұрын

Perfection…….absolute perfection.

@claredodd1258 2 жыл бұрын

Stunning. This was like watching an artist at work.

@capoteandoeltemporalbrico 2 жыл бұрын

Gran trabajo !! 👌😃

@balendinemorkills6056 2 жыл бұрын

Trabajo de muy entendido ,cualquiera no lo puede efectuar xk se tiene que disponer de mucha herramienta

@Restorology 2 жыл бұрын

I love watching stain being applied to wood and bringing out the grain pattern. What species of wood did you use? Cheers!

@jamesmcinnis208 2 жыл бұрын

Someone else said maple but it looks like mahogany to me.

@s2snider 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like walnut to me.

@Whitebrowpriest 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful work!

@hankenson 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely GORGEOUS!

@rickburris6164 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate using the belt sander. Too many times in these videos they hand sand which is alright, but if you have the tools use them. On an aside, if you have a grinder don't use a file unnecessarily.

@joanacker917 2 жыл бұрын

you have like every tool I could ever imagine. What is the total cost of all your tools? And what is that sanding bar thing called?

@roastbeefsandwich6769 2 жыл бұрын

As I was watching you remove the paint I was thinking, "please don't repaint it" and to quote Heath Ledger, "you didn't disappoint" - thanks for keeping the metal unpainted! *The best Joker of all time.