How to Repair & Age Wood: A Rustic Wooden Chest Repair by Fixing Furniture

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It's a broken rustic wooden chest. Watch how to repair it and also how to age bare wood to make it look like the rest of the chest. You'll learn valuable furniture restoration tips as Scott walks through the detailed steps of how to successfully repair the chest.
Repairing a broken piece of furniture like this starts with inspecting the damaged wood and deciding what to do with it. For this chest, there are some loose parts and some poorly-repaired parts that need to be separated and reglued. After that, it's planning what wood to cut out to install wood patches.
Part of the problem with this chest is the hinges have been replaced multiple times. There's evidence of 2 previous hinges before this one came off. I replace the hinges with hinges designed for a chest. I also install a lid stay to keep the lid from falling back and straining the hinges.
I disassemble the lid and plane the two board so they can be glued back together again. I use a jointer plane for this which is a hand-powered alternative to a jointer machine. Once the lid is glued up and back in one piece, I modify the chest to accommodate the smaller lid.
With some new wood and some modified wood, those parts look too new. I share my techniques for aging wood so that the modifications are not obvious to the untrained eye. It's a fun process that's artistic.
After the finish is dry, I secure the lid and the lid stay to the chest, and it's ready to go back to the customer.
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VIDEO TOPICS:
00:00 How to repair & age wood
01:25 Inspect damaged wood
05:17 Secure loose wood
10:38 Replace damaged wood
20:22 Fix gap between boards
35:29 Trimming wood patches
39:16 Trim chest for repaired top
46:56 New hinge hardware
52:43 Patching in old wood
54:05 Tips for aging wood
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@bhgemini Жыл бұрын

The nails in the top of the lid reminds me of that Calvin & Hobbs comic where Calvin's mother caught him pounding nails in their coffee table for no reason.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

That's funny! Thanks for the chuckle Brent. Scott

@rscottr 8 ай бұрын

"Calvin what are you doing!" Pause. "Is that a rhetorical question?"

@pohkeee Жыл бұрын

It’s nice to see attention given to sentimental pieces too. Not everything of value is because of craftsmanship…but rather the intention and efforts done by people of limited talent and resources! Bless you!

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Glad you appreciated the care given to this piece. Thanks Michele! Scott

@christianrobinson4526 Жыл бұрын

@Fixing Furniture I read this as "Thanks Michael Scott!" And was confused why I missed the Office reference until I reread what you said haha

@larsfrandsen2501 Жыл бұрын

No need to apologise for your wonderful and authentic Canadian accent. Love your channel!

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

😊 thank you

@kll815 Жыл бұрын

I was also struggling to figure out what was wrong with how he was saying, “router”…😅

@joanold4035 Жыл бұрын

I love how you respect the wood and your tools. I think the the tray at the top is for storing candles. I've seen many old pine blanket boxes like this,. In the dark the candle would be easy to find without having to rummage deeper down.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Oh, that's cool. I love learning the history of furniture so thank you for sharing that Joan! Thank you. Scott

@janefreer4707 11 ай бұрын

Just came on to say the same thing, Joan!😊

@mikeking7470 Жыл бұрын

Love the trick with the coffee grounds blackening of screw heads. In the good ol' USA we can still buy straight slotted screws for restorations, but they look too new. So I'll test your trick. I am also going to test a couple of rust bluing techniques I found in other videos. I'm putting new hinges on an old box my wife's grandfather made. It's a box-jointed ammo box he fitted a lid to, painted gray, I was going to replace the old split lid but the boss said no. I sanded off enough of the old paint we can now read the box label. The trick with these is to know when enough is enough. My father was an antique dealer and refused to buy pieces that had been "restored" by a hot tank dip to strip all the paint and finish, then really sanded. No one will buy an antique that doesn't maintain a little character.

@kentrichardson9070 Жыл бұрын

I have an old tool chest similar to this that I plan on restoring but I mostly want to comment on your cranked neck chisels. I own a set and find them to be my most used chisel. I want all You tube channels to sing the praise of these tools. If I could only have one set it would be these. I’m learning so much from you. Cheers🇨🇦

@argusfleibeit1165 Жыл бұрын

I was glad to see you added the lid-stay. Not only do they save the hinges from breaking, but they are standard in children's toy chests, to prevent the lid from crashing down on kids' heads. Also, "burnt umber" is basically "Crud In A Bottle". Great, informative video.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Thanks Argus. Scott

@gav2759 Жыл бұрын

Love the way people treasure pieces, others would regard as firewood. In a quirk of fate that you can't imagine happening in today's world, all my grandmother's siblings were raised in Canada, while she remained in Scotland. Many moons ago I spent a lovely time in Richmond Hill, Brampton ,& Mississauga meeting them and their families. It's ridiculous that I haven't been back since, but I will....someday... Thanks for posting.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

That's cool. Thanks for sharing that! Scott

@jamesstevens-jt3tc Жыл бұрын

i repaired a chest similar to this about a year ago and wish i had this video back then, you made me realise how many things i did wrong (and some i did right as well!!) your videos are very well constructed and i hope you get the sponsorship you require as it will only benefit those who watch even more if you can create more content!

@juliettpapa Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video and your thoughts. Since Tom Johnson has (almost) retired you are the last teacher out there. The rest are just entertainers (as I have written in Toms last video comments). Thumb up from Brandenburg, Germany.

@SparrowStockwell Жыл бұрын

We really enjoyed this video. I love the longer videos. We’re so glad we found a new woodworking channel!

@j.c.linden Жыл бұрын

I'd have guessed the top crack was caused by those side trim board running with the grain in the opposite direction. The much later screwed slats across the top were most likely added long after the big top separation crack showed up. My choices for the crack would have been to live with it, inset a strip of filler wood in the crack or make up the difference along the back of the piece and not the front. Doing more damage to "disguise" the new cut would not have been my choice either. The removal of that front wood, leaving a bigger gap than before and the removal of the lock mechanism, leaving a gaping hole all could have been avoided by choosing a different solution. I own a similar piece for how the inside is laid out. It was my great grandfather's and held tools, including wall paper rollers, some paint brushes and some graining tools. He was connected with a paint company for years. The hinges you removed are extremely thick, which indicates they are quite old.

@Vandal_Savage 9 ай бұрын

Agreed, he seems to be ignorant of the first rule of repairing - cause no more damage. (Laughable hearing him talking about hide glue being 'reversible' then seeing him chopping chunks out of the front)

@marcelloramazzini5402 Жыл бұрын

I adore your channel and the way in your craftmanship that you preserve the furniture. Differently to poeple who "restore" pieces and make them look brand new, you care not only about their past and functionality, but also its use to prevent its decade in the future. I enjoyed it from the beggining till the end.

@myxochi Жыл бұрын

Lol. We’re 4 hours northeast of you and in the middle of the storm. That’s why I could take the time to just sit and enjoy your video. We haven’t seen grass though at all this winter but it was a much milder early winter here than normal. I also am laughing because I have strewn in front of me 4 new Lee Valley catalogues that I just received this week preparing for gardening prep. I will in fact contact Lee Valley. You are showing me how to use some of the tools I have received over the years from my grandparents and my husband as I’m hoping to do some woodwork when our new house is complete. So, Here we sit, dreaming of what I will do in the future when the snow is done and our new house is finished….then, we’ll have to insulate the garage to set up a tool case like your tutuorials show, so that I can repair some of our family hand-me-downs from the original century family farm that was in Southwestern Ontario. I don’t hear an accent….I love how teach us in our lovely Canadianly “perfect” English 😜 🇨🇦

@queenbee3647 Жыл бұрын

I can hear a faint accent but its easy to understand. Im listening with my own accent, and its heavy. 🌞👍

@michaeltreadwell777 Жыл бұрын

That looks lovely - not too over done. some great tips too, especially the vinegar and nail trick to stain the wood. I'm SO GLAD you replaced that philips screw - I was screaming at the screen here ! Great video - thanks for sharing your skills. Take care 🙂

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that Michael and thank you for being a subscriber! Scott

@megangumkowski3181 Жыл бұрын

You're such a great teacher! I don't do any woodworking or restoration, but I so enjoy learning from you. I may even attempt working on an old end table that needs some love. Your videos have given me the confidence to try it. THANK YOU

@jill552 Жыл бұрын

As always, lots of good tips and tricks. Thanks for this video.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@jeniferpollonais6546 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love your workshop. A place for everything. Everything in its place. Your work is as neat as your surroundings. Perfect!

@jerryyates3570 Жыл бұрын

Heated screws and coffee grounds... NICE

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked that trick Jerry. Cheers. Scott

@timmynormand8082 6 ай бұрын

Your definitely a great craftsman.

@mcallistermizy Жыл бұрын

Great skills and techniques. For a small like hobbyist furniture repair like myself

@justsomebloke621 Жыл бұрын

Ive been in the furniture repair/restoration trade for almost 9 years now. But the companies I work with sell and make modern pieces. Any antiques ive worked with have always been side jobs. But I appreciate your videos because there are techniques I see on your channel that have helped me improve my skill, especially since I live in a state where there are so few in this trade to learn and share techniques with. So thank you.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

That is awesome! My purpose is to help others learn this skill so I love to hear that. That's rewarding for me. Thanks for being a subscriber! Scott

@skipharrison Жыл бұрын

That was really an interesting repair and restoration. It was a long video but I found myself glues to every second of it. Thanks for creating the video. The break away segment showing the snow was a unique feature.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed my video experiment with filming the snow! Thanks for sharing your feedback. Scott

@analogal2639 Жыл бұрын

thank you for the tour in snow. What I prefer in snow is the silence.

@davedaniels8211 Жыл бұрын

Excellent repair . Take your time , slow and methodical . I can hear you fine 👍

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave for your feedback and for being a subscriber! Scott

@Shae_Sandybanks Жыл бұрын

This was great! Thank you. I have a collection of my father and grandfathers tools. I didn't know how to sharpen the planes, your walkthrough was very informative

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

That's great. Thank you for sharing that! Scott

@57WillysCJ Жыл бұрын

That brought it back to life nicely. I believe it is a carpenters tool box made from used lumber. A lot of old timers recycled lumber, I spent a lot of hours pulling nails from old siding and roof boards. As they were late 19th to early 20th century buildings they had old growth lumber. I have seen barns with granaries, dairy sections and hay lofts with massive oak beams, others even black walnut beams. They were trees from the proptery that the farmer harvested.

@PsulOrtiz 8 ай бұрын

That chest would be impossible to move as a 'tool box' with any amount of tools in it, plus, it would be much more chewed-up and oil stained had it been used as such, with perhaps drill holes and sawing cuts in the top of it as well. I have a similar but larger chest in pumpkin pine with what my uncle called a 'til', which is removable and has a hinged lid, in the same location. Perhaps for money, but most likely for small items so they didn't get lost inside the trunk--- like sewing and knitting needles. I use my trunk for summer storage of blankets and woolen jackets. In the winter it holds my summer clothing! I also have 11 smaller trunks and tool boxes in a graduated stack in my dining room. The various woods, finishes, colors and hardware make an interesting sculptural assembly. Every room needs an antique (and the color red) to help ground the room, in my opinion! I often think of the previous owners and wonder what their lives were like, what they did for a living, and give them thanks for making the world a better place--- then and now! Each trunk, chest and box has a history and tells a story if we take the time to be open to it! But a stack of these makes a great folk art history piece that has a beauty all its own. You just can not fake the patina that comes from use over time!

@mogbaba 8 ай бұрын

The snow scene was the salad of the meal, thank you I am from Iran and experienced a lot of snow in my childhood. I moved to Norway in my 20s. and I was afraid to experience harsh winters here. But, I settled in the western part of the country, here it snows less than in my home country, but mountains with a lot of snow are just one hour's drive away.

@FixingFurniture 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing that! Glad you enjoyed the snowy scenes. Scott

@caroltanzi29 Жыл бұрын

Scott: a super restoration job. This was a real involved job using a lot of your creative ability. Most impressive! Carol from California

@andljoy Жыл бұрын

That drill bit is amazing

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Yes, I love using them! Scott

@131dyana Жыл бұрын

Love the care you give to each piece you repair. thank you.

@jennifermcdonald5432 Жыл бұрын

Wow, I couldn’t believe the snow! I’m from Australia and although I’ve seen snow once in my life, it was very shallow and a bit disappointing really. I can’t imagine living with all that snow!

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment about the snow... it makes me glad I took the time to film it and share it. Cheers. Scott

@tombaker3794 Жыл бұрын

I find there's a sense of satisfaction in figuring out how to return something to its original condition, as well as the puzzle of determining the best way to do it. As an amateur woodworker, I sometimes think this is more fun than building new. Great work.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Great point Tom! I transitioned by business from custom furniture to furniture repair partly because of that. I find it challenging and rewarding. Cheers. Scott

@tombaker3794 Жыл бұрын

Scott, Something about the lid fit bothered me when you first set it on the chest, then after installed & you had to cut the lid haif round trim sections off of the sides pieces it occurred to me that this lid was originally wider than what was given to you. Maybe there was a 3/4" section or piece in the lid between the two 8" wide panels, that's where it came apart - possibly. Why did you choose to cut the front rather than install an approximate 1" section on the back of the lid, or between the two panels, and "antique" this new addition as you did to the front? Thanks, enjoyed the video, Tom

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Good question Tom. Adding wood to the top would have been obvious. It's virtually impossible to disguise adding a new piece to a table top. The grain pattern needs to match, the stain needs to match, the finish needs to match. It typically requires a strip and refinish to get close to hiding the new piece, and even that doesn't work sometimes. I hope that helps. Scott

@azurplex Жыл бұрын

Personally, I would’ve added a strip to the rear of the lid to take up that space and stain it to match or even make it look like more trim. It wouldn’t have occurred to me to modify the front of the chest. But as you say, it’s the customers choice.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Yes, that's an option to solve the problem. I find patching on visible surfaces like the top is virtually impossible to disguise, hence the approach I took. Thanks for sharing that Stuart! Scott

@fscolorado5051 Жыл бұрын

YUP, that fix looks terrible, nothing right about that.

@patallinson7419 Жыл бұрын

As a former Lee Valley employee and a viewer of your channel, I have sent an email to Lee Valley as you suggested. I don't know what if anything will come from it but I hope it helps - quality information and knowledge should be supported. Good luck

@billballeza377 10 ай бұрын

Very nice job. Especially impressed with your chisel work.

@GregInNature Жыл бұрын

That was interesting. And as always, it turned out beautiful. Thanks Scott for sharing

@ginocentofanti7151 10 ай бұрын

Mate you are a class act. I'm less than half way through this video when I heard your request re encouraging LeeValley for sponsorship. While I don't have much time for KZfaq or even T.V. for that matter its nice to feel like I haven't wasted my time by watching something/someone worthwhile. The first video I saw of yours was replacing a stretcher on a chair. Where you showed two options, one was using putty and the other a complete reproduction. The way you took the time to explain how you reproduced that "angled" Tennon was excellent. You sir are a natural teacher. (and maybe you should be 🙂) oh and yes I'll be sending that email right after this post. Gino

@rogerharper8235 Жыл бұрын

I’m a Lee Valley tool fan and I will send them an email today encouraging them to sponsor you

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Thank you Roger! I appreciate your support. Scott

@Olivkazp Жыл бұрын

This video definitely needs more attention 🙏🏻 The skill and knowledge is amazing 👏🏻

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that! Feel free to share with others. Thanks. Scott

@pitsnipe5559 Жыл бұрын

Nice job aging those patches and cutoffs. I’m with you, must have originally been a tool chest.

@brunodesrosiers266 Жыл бұрын

First time on your channel and now a subscriber. I was looking at you creating/faking some stains and I was thinking: ‘use some tea’ and then at the end you aged those screw heads using… coffee! Great work, well thought out at each stage. And I will write to Lee Valley - you present their tools better than do themselves.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Thanks for subscribing and thank you for your support Bruno! Scott

@refiii9499 Жыл бұрын

An old bicycle chain or dulled up chainsaw chain works fantastic to antique new furniture. My dad made a basher with a broken bat. He put tacks, nails and glued glass to it to give the antique affect.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Oh, that’s interesting. Thanks for sharing that. Scott

@juliesheldon4772 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. You really helped with understanding how to get it to look old again. Looks great!

@richardbryant7972 Жыл бұрын

I so love watching your program, gave me the confidence to redo an antique rocking chair. Thank you for showing us your area outside. Thank you for your program.

@NicholasGeorge-cg3cf 8 ай бұрын

Absolutely brillient , thank you .

@FixingFurniture 8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@FleursetRebellion Жыл бұрын

Fascinated recently by the different methods of conservation in the art and furniture world. Your mention of using reversible hide glues reminds me of the use of rabbitskin glue in the art conservation world, and your efforts to mimick damage in new pieces, rather than hide damage in existing pieces (because doing so would mean taking material off of the original work, and erasing its history), reminds me of fine art retouching practices. On the other hand, I've also seen some incredible work from restorers who's entire ethos is to "turn back time" on restored furniture, trying to replicate its original appearance. I don't believe in one "best way" but I do believe that what you do is incredible and perfect for pieces like this. Showing a history as it is today, and as it continues, rather than trying to recreate it as it was before.

@juz4kix Жыл бұрын

Hey KZfaq, this is a useful video and deserves promotion. 😊

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks!

@ellisc.foleyjr9778 Жыл бұрын

Another great video Scott! nice to see someone who still uses a "Yankee" Style Screwdriver, I've had mine for over 65 yrs and still use it. as for snow? we just had 30 inches probably from the same storm you had. so we're used to snow for sure. And as the "pro-ject love seeing and working with old pieces like that . I grew up with stuff like that. (I'm pushing 80) so seen my share and love it thanks for sharing. ECF

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Ellis. Nice to hear from you again. Cheers. Scott

@jobophoto Жыл бұрын

An excellent video. Clear, concise and didn’t short cut any details. You covered some issues I have on an old chest of drawers so timely too. Can’t thank you enough for the effort you put in to communicate your craft.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video and thank you for sharing your thoughts. I’m passionate about teaching so your comment is rewarding. Thanks. Scott

@triplex86 Жыл бұрын

A superb video. Really detailed, very informative and just fun to watch you restore the chest. I bet the owner was really pleased. Thank you for posting.

@jaberwoky_ Жыл бұрын

I have an old wood box very similar to yours but not quite as tall. It came from Weyburn, Saskatchewan and was used as a rock box in the days of the Richardsons. Pairs of curling rocks were personally owned and carried to the rink by each owner. In the early days, weights were not standardized and big curlers had big rocks.

@colingraham1065 Жыл бұрын

If only wood could talk, although I suspect the piece might scream in pain at some earlier memories! Possibly originally a carpenters or sail makers tool chest? Excellent work.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that idea Colin. It was definitely made by someone who understood hand planes. I may have to do some research to satisfy my curiosity about it. Cheers. Scott

@susiepattinson3031 Жыл бұрын

That was wonderful and great to see the character of the chest maintained.

@fredbrooks8347 7 ай бұрын

Fastest video in a long time. Really interesting, reinforced some things/techniques I knew, but more importantly I learned some new techniques also. Thank you, very enjoyable.

@FixingFurniture 7 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@hellovicki6779 7 ай бұрын

My mum gave me a chest identical to the one being worked on. Mum told me it was a kist and typically was for storing linens, kitchen/dining stuff. She also said it belonged to her great or great-great Aunt and was made from rosewood grown in Kennet, Scotland. Interesting the chest in video was described as pine and mine supposedly is rosewood, they look identical. The flaws/damage are similar too, as are the nails. There is quite a bit of woodworm evidence on the skirting of mine, but I like the look of the wriggly lines. Great video, I learned a lot.

@joelsilver7199 Жыл бұрын

1:20:10 Excellent video Scott I pick up so much information watching you restore different types of pieces.

@donscottvansandt4139 Жыл бұрын

Great job! I've got some dry pigment but never really knew how to use them... thanks for the info and tips!

@dionetaylor931 Жыл бұрын

I’ve learned so much watching you over a few months, thank you John. Where is your black shop dog?

@deltekkie7646 10 ай бұрын

I did a project a work several years ago where we needed to to metal plate conduct electrons in water that were not connected. We tried several additive, one of which was vinegar. Number one, it worked, but it stunk. The one we utimately found was stump remover. I worked great, but caused the metal to rust very quickly. Much faster than the vinegar. Just an FIY. Love you channel and you and other have inspired me into using my abilities to learn more and start repairing furniture myself. I've learned a lot from you! Keep up the good work.

@annebierce5280 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for all these videos. I have learned so much which helped me fix my chest of drawers and now repairing a drawer on my cylinder desk.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

That's great to hear Anne! Happy our videos are helping you out! Thanks for sharing that. Scott

@ot9180 Жыл бұрын

Very well done!

@wendycarlson1801 Жыл бұрын

ITS NICE TO WATCH SOME ONE WHO SOLUTION TO THE DAMAGE ISN'T BONDO AND PAINT THANK YOU. YOUR THE MASTER!

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Thank you Wendy! Scott

@JD2605 Жыл бұрын

Nice repair. I would have done the lid different, and added a piece of wood so you would not need to cut the front down. Even if you could see that it was newer or different.

@ehRalph 8 ай бұрын

Looks like a narrow strip of vintage filler wood could be taken out of the bottom and glued to the hinge side of the top to avoid rabbiting the front. Then fix the bottom with a matching piece of pine.

@rickdeyoung8886 Жыл бұрын

Nice work, I like how you take care with and respect someone’s treasures

@patveenema891 7 ай бұрын

“Happy little spot.” 😊 The Bob Ross of wood art!

@flourface Жыл бұрын

One of my absolute favorite projects you've done

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank you Kurt. This is a little different than what I've filmed in the past and I see a few people reacting negatively to that. I appreciate you sharing your thoughts on this as feedback is important to me. Scott

@Alwe1rdo Жыл бұрын

wonderful restoration

@johnjetson1307 Жыл бұрын

thank you foe sharing your skills and knowledge

@christopherharrison6724 8 ай бұрын

Great videos love the content from a British hand tools enthusiast.

@bobnicholas5994 Жыл бұрын

I am in process of making a large oak jewelry box. That hinge drill bit is inexpensive and excellent. The pin nailer can be very inexpensive also but a great tool. I really enjoyed watching you do this and how you explained your thought process.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Thank you Bob. Glad you're enjoying our videos. Scott

@gailbutler3310 Жыл бұрын

That looks pretty fabulous!!! Looking forward to the wallpaper.

@kuhboom22 Жыл бұрын

I really love this channel. Keep up the great work!

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@johndoran4360 Жыл бұрын

Neat & skillful work.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@andreamclean1055 Жыл бұрын

Love your channel and work. As a fellow Canadian, did appreciate seeing the snow, but as a resident of Georgia, I don't miss it!!!!

@kimchamberlain1108 Жыл бұрын

Just watched my first video of yours and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was very informative, especially to a beginner like myself. I'll definitely be watching more. Thank you for such detailed explanations explanations 🤎🤎

@georgeksirakis8898 9 ай бұрын

I own two of the same chests ,just that they are over 5 ft long and that little compartment is on the right side , must have been very popular 100 yrs ago, i live in Greece , so maybe worldwide , thanks for the great video!!!

@richardsurber8226 7 ай бұрын

This is interesting to actually watch

@ljiljanajovanovic2997 Жыл бұрын

Es ist eine Freude, Ihnen bei der Arbeit zuzusehen! Bravo👏

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Glad you like it. Thanks. Scott

@terryrogers1025 7 ай бұрын

An excellent job sir, I learned a lot by watching this video, if I were your customer I would be very pleased with the chest, thank you for the video.

@FixingFurniture 7 ай бұрын

Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Scott

@jules2957 Жыл бұрын

Very good job I like the scarf joint repair method. I have learned a lot from your channel. These videos help me as a woodworker! I think this piece must have been made as blanket chest as a homemade gift for wife/family. From outside looks like a tool chest though.

@texanasimmons1761 Жыл бұрын

Very nicely done!

@kristinjacobsen3417 Жыл бұрын

What a nice coincidence - YT just showed me your video on the Barrister's Bookcase. I have a very similar one but made by Melton Rhodes. Wish I had seen your YT earlier because I've been scraping and sanding the finish off - didn't know it was probably shellac or that I could amalgamate with with denatured alcohol. Oh well. I still learned :-) Then the next video that came up was this one - and I have a very similar rustic chest. My grandmother gave it to me 50 years ago. It has dovetail joints not nails but is very similar. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.

@richardbrobeck2384 Жыл бұрын

Nice repair ! I really like the demo on sharping planer knife !

@melefth 7 ай бұрын

Very nice work, and great you took the time needed to show what you were doing with enough detail for others to replicate it. So super useful! Thanks from Greece.

@henryroutley926 7 ай бұрын

Greetings from UK. Great video. Loved watching it. I was interested as we have a very similar chest which I bought and refinished over 30 years ago. The one we had was supposed to be a blanket box for the foot of the bed. Ours is made of cedar pine. The tray inside is supposed to be a candle box. The candles and cedar was supposed to keep moths away.

@user-uv2pk2jx9s 5 ай бұрын

So beautiful! I miss snow so much! My beloved daughter moved me to southern Oklahoma and honestly I hate Oklahoma!I love the coffee table you had made to hold the remote and CD’s!as always a wonderful job!

@FixingFurniture 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Scott

@ilyakondratyuk1038 Жыл бұрын

Gret job! Saint-Petersburg is watching your video.

@tb9359 Жыл бұрын

Great video!!

@davecurda2350 Жыл бұрын

Great repair

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Thanks for being a subscriber Dave! Scott

@FrankCarroll_Nevada Жыл бұрын

Ahh, you had a light dusting! I lived in Frisco, CCO for many yearsand this would be a light snow. I do like your great videos on woodworking and repair.

@marieneighbour6283 Жыл бұрын

thank you for a great video

@jimrosson6702 8 ай бұрын

Very interesting thanks for sharing very educational

@traceyrice9359 Жыл бұрын

Andersonville, Tennessee here!

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Hi Tracey

@ohgary Жыл бұрын

Early on you made an aside about finding a sharp chisel. After watching a few of your videos, I’m convinced that all your chisels are wicked sharp all the time.

@FixingFurniture Жыл бұрын

Sharp tools make easy work. Dull tools can cause accidents... so yes, they're sharp! Cheers. Scott