How To Restore Old Wooden Furniture; Strip and Wax Polish (English Restorer)

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5 жыл бұрын

Antique furniture restoration expert Simon Gilboy demonstrates how to restore old wood furniture with a natural finish, allowing the grain of the timber to shine through. In this easy-to-follow step-by-step guide, Simon breathes new life to an old solid oak dining table.
You Will Need:
- Beeswax furniture polish (Buy from Gilboys: bit.ly/2XhjQcq)
- Cotton buffing cloth (Buy from Gilboys: bit.ly/2XekpnB)
- '0000' grade wire wool (Buy from Gilboys: bit.ly/2Xg249A)
- Pure beeswax scratch repair filler block (Buy from Gilboys: bit.ly/2XhU5sG)
- Paint Stripper
- Methylated spirits/denatured alcohol (if chemical stripper used)
- Acetic acid AKA: Pickling Vinegar (if chemical stripper used)
- Gloves to protect your hands
- Goggles to protect your eyes
- Worn or cut-down two inch brush
- Coarse wire wool or cabinet scraper (Buy from Gilboys: bit.ly/3TZoWKE)
- 120 grit sandpaper
- 320 grit sandpaper
- Sanding block
- Face mask
- Masking tape
- Kitchen scrubber
- Wax oil
Steps:
How to apply stripper 1:44
How to remove stripper: 3:05
How to key the surface: 6:06
How to neutralise the wood: 8:48
How to prepare the wood for wax oil: 10:35
How to apply wax oil: 11:10
How to de-nib: 13:06
How to apply beeswax polish: 13:54
How to repair holes and scratches: 16:53
How to buff wax for a natural finish: 21:23
How to apply wax to turned table legs: 23:46
Before and after comparison: 28:04
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@robertpanetta7912 3 жыл бұрын

This is by far the best video on restoring and polishing a piece of furniture on the internet. Actually it’s the only one you need to watch . Simon is easy to understand and during the video explains the steps thoroughly so you don’t have too many questions. His passion for restoration come across too . The products were great and I will be ordering some . Thanks Simon

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robert. That's very kind of you.

@als1023 Жыл бұрын

Same thoughts , really enjoyed this simple but very skillful proces and understanding more deeply about the type of productsa.

@vintageeveryday2020 4 жыл бұрын

I love the authentic look. Comfortable, but very presentable. I want one!

@Kiki-7 4 жыл бұрын

I have learnt so much, have purchased the starter kit and I can't wait to get started.

@kimclarke5018 4 жыл бұрын

Stunning. Its truly beautiful with the natural finish.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. 🙂

@theresawalters555 4 жыл бұрын

This is a wonderful demonstration and explanation! Exactally what I was looking for. Thank you so very much! Your videos are wonderful!!

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Theresa for your kind feedback. We are glad you find our videos so helpful

@pieternaude1469 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you this was a great tutorial. You restored the wood beautifully while keeping that 'homely' look of a well-beloved piece of furniture. Going to keep your instructions as a reference.

@GilboysRestoration 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Pieter. Glad we could help.

@billyboybliss 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your decades of experience, skills and knowledge. A privilege to see a real craftsman at work.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. thank you

@geckobaldy 4 жыл бұрын

I wish to commend you for your excellent video. Clear, detailed and I love the fact you ANSWER the questions.Thank you. All other youtubers take note!!!

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome. Thank you.

@tobyjugg6202 6 ай бұрын

4 years on and I am SO glad to have found this video - timeless !!! Now I am confident to have a go - brilliant - thank you so much for a masterclass in making things so simple to understand :)

@annlancaster921 4 жыл бұрын

Very informative video, thank you for all your enthusiasm and clear directions. In the process of restoring an old coffer, your products are working a charm.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ann

@shelleyfield3128 Жыл бұрын

Amazing. Thank you.

@MMLmotion 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I bought your products after watching the really helpful video and I couldn’t be happier.

@GilboysRestoration 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. That's very kind of you to say so.

@shergywergy 4 жыл бұрын

Best restoration video on KZfaq.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@dixie002 3 жыл бұрын

Great to watch a master craftsman at work

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@markjarman7819 3 жыл бұрын

Craftsman at work. The finish on the top is lovely 😊

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@derekstocker6661 3 жыл бұрын

Well done with the eye protection, absolute necessity in these types of jobs, another great video, thank you for this.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you.

@breathandrelaxstayhealthy150 3 жыл бұрын

Educational and useful. Thank you so much for uploading ❤️

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Anna. x

@amassey4476 4 жыл бұрын

Just got my wax and applied to my farm table as I had already done all steps. Thank you!

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

No Worries I hope you enjoy !

@nc5946 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video, thank you so much. Followed your instructions and products used and am delighted with my table

@GilboysRestoration 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks N.C. I’m glad it worked well for you. 😀. Best wishes Simon

@reedfinn7826 3 жыл бұрын

Simon reminds me of Tim Vine! Thoroughly watchable!

@reedfinn7826 3 жыл бұрын

My edwardian dropleaf table is going to love me when I try this.

@Colombo5218 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely superb presentation by a gifted craftsman and communicator. Loved hearing you use the word: 'Charge.' Reminded me of: "Ladies and Gentleman please charge your glasses and be up standing!" Thank you for all the information you gave us.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. you are very kind.

@Fiorentini333 3 жыл бұрын

Alway enjoy watching your videos. You make it look so easy. Thank you!

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome. 🙂

@yaa63 Жыл бұрын

Thank you...fantastic tutorial...so pleased to have found it!!!

@GilboysRestoration Жыл бұрын

Thank you, glad it was helpful. 🙂

@MB-cx2ks 3 жыл бұрын

You are the best teacher.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@revampgsy1886 5 жыл бұрын

fab tutorial ive learned a lot today..thank you

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your feedback

@kathrynstandal2484 4 жыл бұрын

Simon, what a fabulous tutorial! You are articulate and thorough, and that is so much appreciated! I have recently come into possession of an antique drop-leaf oak table and wasn't sure how I was going to finish it. After watching your presentation I am so excited to get started with your product. Thank you!

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching our videos I’m glad you enjoy them.

@alistairmacrae4870 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video, now I can start on the old kitchen table lying in the garage for the last decade.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Go for it!

@russgiles7617 8 ай бұрын

This has been so helpful. I have just inherited two beautiful pine school lockers c 50's. I'll be restoreing them with the tips you have given.

@shaundowns493 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful finish, thank you for sharing

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. 😊

@cassyburton6813 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you I learnt alot from this video to go on and restore an old sideboard! 👍🏽

@GilboysRestoration 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Cassy. Glad it helped.

@greg6107 3 жыл бұрын

The top is so pretty you do wonderful work. Could watch your videos all day.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@seeyouagain9436 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful. Thanks for the helpful information

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching.

@danimordecai7611 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing skills 👍

@ellisc.foleyjr9778 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent Tutorial, very informative ,explaining each step and why, with slow precise language, I appreciate clear diction and explanations, . You did not rush the procedure, nor your explanations of what you were doing and why, and how. I applaud that. thank you for taking the time to make the video. but better yet! Thank you for sharing it with us neophytes !.

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for kind comments. We have tried our best to help people discover how to refinish their own furniture in a few simple steps.

@annettevandenbos6897 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, greetings from Holland

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome.

@Cradley684 5 жыл бұрын

Great video Simon, Thank's for the share, have a nice day !!!

@GilboysRestoration 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian. I hope it helps.

@user-jx3qm1oy9u 2 жыл бұрын

Well done very good job

@tonyscott395 4 жыл бұрын

I spotted a plane resting on its base. My old woodwork teacher, Mr. (Chisel) Davies would have made you write out the rules of planing 10 times for that. Great and instructive video, thanks.

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

Oops! Good job Mr D isn't in the workshop! Thanks for your feedback Tony

@geoffdundee 5 жыл бұрын

always good to see a clip uploaded by you.....i subscribed years ago..........id love to see a clip uploaded more often by you of restorations.........love your channel

@GilboysRestoration 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Geoff. Thank you for your kind comments. We produced this video with the hope of answering the most asked questions we receive on a daily basis. The process of stripping the finish which you see me demonstrating here can is the same process we would apply to ALL of our restoration work that requires us removing the old finish. I must stress we only ever . strip the original finish when we are very sure we there is no other option. Best Wishes Simon

@Wheel333 3 жыл бұрын

Looks fantastic thanks some great tips. 🙏❤️🙏

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome

@AlmostHohn 5 жыл бұрын

Who gave this video 17 dislikes? Obviously someone JEALOUS ! because they didn't bother to leave a comment explaining their negative reaction. I see quality and a lot of work invested in this table, time spent explaining with plenty of details, and some nice lighting and camera work and editing. A big THUMBS UP from me! I was looking for a video just like this. UPDATE 2 hours later: I live in Germany and went to the local home improvement store. I looked for a similar product and found nothing even close, so I came home and ordered your starter kit. I'm really excited and inspired and motivated by your video.

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind comments. Yes we have invested a huge amount of our time and money creating these videos. We did this because we get asked 'how to' do it so often. We are not a professional film company, we are a small furniture restoration business that wants to share some of our knowledge and we do this ourselves. Thank you AlmostHohn. It's very kind of you.

@nedlee3000 4 жыл бұрын

No one is "jealous". Perhaps it was the background noise, er "music" that bothered them. It sure bothered me and was distracting from a good presentation.

@robertwear1675 4 жыл бұрын

Perhaps it's the fact the table was quite lovely before with the natural patina?

@Ionabrodie69 5 ай бұрын

@@robertwear1675Err no it wasn’t..it is beautiful now.. .but if that rough look is the look you go for why watch this ?🤷‍♀️

@Ionabrodie69 5 ай бұрын

@@nedlee3000there’s always someone… well done you’re that guy.🙄🇬🇧

@ManishPathakIndia 3 жыл бұрын

The greatest inspiration & bliss is to watch a master at work. Just subscrided to the channel and feels great to share that acrossing many problems I make handmade burr puzzles and wooden boxes in Teak. All hand buffed and Shellaced traditonally as you do. Great video, lots of love & Namastey from India.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Manish. :-)

@thebarnacles866 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! That was great

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it.

@seanbeautridge99 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, thank you

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your feedback Sean

@drunkenmunky07 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful Thanks

@mauricioaguilaragueda 2 жыл бұрын

Thak you Sir...you are defenitely a Master...

@GilboysRestoration 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. That s very kind. ☺️

@tanyajuli4145 5 жыл бұрын

A timely video. Thanks for the efforts and the good production quality. That's pretty rare on youtube. I have recently started over again furniture wise and am buying all wood, all antiques (thanks to the fact that millenials are not fans of the stuff, you can pick up fabulous dressers, tables etc for pennies). I have been watching many of your videos for the past month, trying to solve particular problems and am thrilled you are actively answering questions. Thanks for what you do and for being a resource.

@GilboysRestoration 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Tanya. Thank you. I hope this helps you get back in to the 'Antique furniture world'. If there was a time to buy period furniture now is it! Good quality Georgian and early 19th century furniture can be bought right now for a fraction of the price it once commanded. I find it incredible that I can go to an auction and buy a period hand made George III corner cupboard for £100 or a Georgian Bureau for a few hundred. Strange times we live in. Best wishes Simon.

@tanyajuli4145 5 жыл бұрын

@@GilboysRestoration Simon, Exactly! I wish we had more Georgian stuff here in the midwest of America (Indianapolis). I'm pleased with the victorian and art nouveau pieces I find and your videos help me figure out how to repair and restore. I wish I had a bigger place so I could stockpile. Cause someday, the millenials are going to tire of their IKEA laminates and "discover" good quality, and the race will be on again. BTW, do you have a retail outlet in the U.S.? thanks, tanya

@GilboysRestoration 5 жыл бұрын

@@tanyajuli4145 Hi Tanya. I agree the outgoing tide of antique furniture will turn at some point but at the moment it is right out! At present we don't have any stockist in the USA. However we have just listed it on Amazon in the USA, fulfilled by us here in the workshop and shipped direct to the buyer. I do understand the costs increase because of the postage but we have subsidised it as much as possible. kind regards Simon

@louisak5958 5 жыл бұрын

Tanya Juli oh piss off you self-righteous old bat. Millennial here who just bought a Victorian parlor suite to go in the Victorian house I own.

@tanyacaso4339 4 жыл бұрын

@@louisak5958 I guess Millennials are not only interested in old furniture but they are rude as well

@andrewjackson4264 2 жыл бұрын

That was an awesome video, I'll be buying your products and getting restoring!

@GilboysRestoration 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew. I hope you have success.

@kathywhitaker11 4 жыл бұрын

Really nice finish on that table,much prefer Matt/satin to a high gloss,it looks more natural. Thank you.

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you ! 😀

@button1ginger1 3 жыл бұрын

Every time I salvage some dumped piece of furniture, I end up painting it. It breaks my heart. I love the natural grain of wood.

@phillipclements5696 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, video....

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your feedback

@davidfoulkes8907 4 жыл бұрын

I used to be a French polisher.. brings back memories

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

We're glad you enjoyed watching David

@RebeccaHWood59 3 жыл бұрын

This tutorial was so helpful. Could you do one on old pine? I have a 37 year old pine kitchen table that originally had a beeswax finish. As a beginner, I found your 1,2,3 step demonstration very helpful.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Becky. You can do this exact same process on your pine table. In fact you can do this on most pieces of furniture. If you want to add colour to your table you can do this at the point when it is stripped back and cleanly prepared. Sometimes adding a subtle stain to wood will enhance the grain and the overall look. You can then go on to seal the able as you see me do in the video. Kind regards Simon

@felicitygee381 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, cannot believe you are providing this excellent professional information for free! I just bought a 1910 oak table with beautiful turned and carved legs/frame that is almost black with polish. The top has uneven wear and some scratches so I am looking for options of what to do with it. Your table's original state is similar to mine but in very small patches. There was a lot of excellent info in this video! I saw some ppl commenting on how they didn't like the style of the finished result, it isn't what I am looking for (in this instance) either but if I hadn't watched this I wouldn't know that. But I also feel more confident in my options because I now know my table can be stripped back safely and polished up.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Felicity. I hope it helps you. Our videos do cost us quite a lot of money to produce. There are many ways to finish wood. The purpose of this is to demonstrate an effective way of doing so without any experience. resulting in a pleasing, natural looking durable finish. 😁

@felicitygee381 3 жыл бұрын

@@GilboysRestoration I ended up buying your starter kit and polishing my table with it along with filling in the scratches using your besswax sticks. Again you had more instruction videos for how to use the products which were really helpful when I came across an issue. The table came up really nicely and I am so pleased with it.

@matthewdickson7838 Жыл бұрын

Id just love to learn this trade or craft 👍👍👍

@elizabethandiosa4579 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Awesome. I will email you. I love old furniture and have wanted to learn for many years how to conserve, protect and repair and revive beautiful old pieces.

@dave77777777 3 жыл бұрын

thanks!

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome!

@1240enzo 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Simon for yet another very instructive video. Funnily enough many of the techniques you use are ones that I also use and somehow just figured out for myself, eg adding vinegar to meths fur neutralising, and using 0000 steel charged with polish to help create a satin rather than gloss finish. As always still though plenty to learn. Thankyou

@GilboysRestoration 5 жыл бұрын

Hi David. My Pleasure and thank you for your order of Gilboy's Gold. I hope it works well for you. Let me know how you get on. Best Wishes Simon

@1240enzo 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Simon, your most welcome and many thanks, I look forward to being able to use your polishes etc. I have the perfect project for its first use. I am in the middle of the total restoration of a 1870-80s.'s cedar blanket box. So the timing in receiving the polish will be perfect.

@wrightrestorations.5190 4 жыл бұрын

Can you possibly do a shop tour? I really enjoy seeing other shops and how they organize them. I am currently moving into my new shop and am looking for ideas. Thanks for your videos.

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

We may do one day!

@unknownknown8555 4 жыл бұрын

Ahh... reminds me of the good old days when my mom would scream from the kitchen “USE A COASTER!!!”

@Lovely-bj8ni 2 жыл бұрын

T CNN

@andrewharper8991 4 жыл бұрын

Nice 👌

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

SprayLad Thanks

@joeslambo 4 жыл бұрын

exceptional work

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. 🙂

@josephschwarz3578 5 ай бұрын

Wow! What a beautiful wax finish, Simon. Thank you for this wonderful tutorial. How do you go about keeping it clean? What can you use, and not use, for daily maintenance?

@Istebrak 5 жыл бұрын

I have a question. Can I use some of the more pure sanding dust to form a paste with wood glue or other mixer to fill in some of that discoloration/recess?

@GilboysRestoration 5 жыл бұрын

you can indeed!

@murphyrp01 Жыл бұрын

Great video. I would have liked to see you so the other half of the top. I know it would have been great but trying to get my head around how you would do the transition

@GilboysRestoration Жыл бұрын

Hi Randall. After the filming crew left, I stripped the entire table top again and completely refinished it. ✅

@benchippy8039 4 жыл бұрын

Hi simon, great video thank you, this is the second time I’ve watched it! How long do you think the whole process took, not including the video work obviously. I’m weighing up painting my table legs & sanding and oiling top vs your method here

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Ben. Thank you. I would plan on about a days work from start to finish. The majority of the work is in the preparation. It will very depend on how easy or difficult the old finish strips away from the table. After stripping I would recommend leaving the table to air dry overnight before applying any finishing materials, just to help prevent any retarded drying of the finish. I hope this helps. Best wishes Simon

@redhed9776 4 жыл бұрын

Instead of using your good metal cabinet scraper, use an auto body plastic scraper...no chemical reaction and it works just the same...also works with wood fillers.

@APHRODITEEEEEE 5 жыл бұрын

If you could help me that would be great! Can you tell me how to restore old wooden balcony chairs so that I can make them strong again? Thank you so much :)

@francesburke6983 Жыл бұрын

Can you advise on how to clean very grimey 450 year old oak flooring before waxing please !

@141sharon270 4 жыл бұрын

For stubborn marks you could use bleach applied with medium wire wool, I worked for a company that restored antique chairs and all seating items, I watched the old pro's at work.

@djsmyth7529 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video, it"s really helped me refresh a couple of pieces. Do you mind if I ask what stripper and wax oil you use?

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I would recommend Enviromose stripper and either Osmo Oil or Treatex Ultra hardwax oil

@vincentkc6033 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the insightful video. Would like to ask what are the best finishes for a kitchen counter butcher block? I would like it to be rather easy to clean when water /cooking oil spills. Tq

@GilboysRestoration 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Vincent. There are many food safe oils on the open market. They should contain good quality beeswax, carnauba wax and a mineral oil. Depending on how often you use it. I would have thought a quick wipe over once a month will be enough. I would reapply it when moisture starts to be absorbed into the wood. ✅

@melanieburns5944 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Simon I thoroughly enjoyed watching your tutorial. Thank you. I am a total novice at restoration of furniture, in fact I have my first job to tackle but scared to start. I have bought Nitromors to strip the lacquer off the Ercol chair I have would you use white spirit to neutralize afterwards or methylated spirits?

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Melanie. I would look at the side of the tin to see if it recommends neutralising after use. I used methylated spirits because we are licensed to use a solvent based stripper. I also like sometimes like to use methylated spirits to see the real colour of the wood. I would avoid using white spirit as it may retard the drying of any product you are putting on the wood. I hope this helps Simon

@maryhiley1496 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, great video. Is it necessary to neutralise the wood if chemical stripper has not been used. I am working on an unvarnished antique pine dresser. Do you recommend any particular brand of wax oil. I want to retain the natural colour of the wood as much as possible. Mary

@bethellingworth7814 4 ай бұрын

Brilliant video - thanks, I am in Australia and will order your wax. What oil can I use? Would it be Raw or boiled linseed oil? I have an oak coffer which has been damaged by being placed under an air conditioner. Thanks so much!

@danmcq2047 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your helpful video. I have an Edwardian oak draw leaf table which has four panels on the top with recesses/grooves around them. The grooves are parallel and vary between 1-3mm wide and 1-2mm deep. How would you suggest filling them? Thank you.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Dan Would you be able to email a few images of the table to me? Our email is on our website www.gilboys.co.uk I can advise you better when I can see what you are looking at. Best wishes Simon

@egghead615 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for such a great and helpful video. It is mandatory to apply the liquid oil/wax before you finish with the paste wax?

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Craig. Sorry for missing your comment. No it's not mandatory but the finish will be far more durable /practical if you do use a sealer first.

@Stardust_Truth_Seeker Жыл бұрын

Is it possible to lightly sand eg stag minstrel furniture to give it just a light sanding and then use pledge or something like furniture restoration oil

@barbaraappleford178 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your informative video. I am about to start this process on an old sideboard but it has some engravings and ornate wood design so just wondered if there is any easy way to get stubborn colour out of these areas? If I have to sand them, I am afraid I will damage them. Any tips very gratefully received.

@TheJenirainbow 5 жыл бұрын

I have the same question, having recently acquired a vintage table which has a carved border around the edge of the table top (on the horizontal surface, not the vertical edge) I would like to know the best way to restore the top, which is not in great condition.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Barbara. Sorry for the huge delay. The past twelve months have been challenging. When looking at stripping the finish from furniture, if you need to remove the finish because it is beyond saving then we strip, *but* when it comes to carved relief areas we always try to leave them well alone. Ask yourself does it need stripping? Or can it be left alone during the stripping process and later blend it in during the finishing process. If you have to strip the carved area because its painted or the finish has disintegrated so much it has to be stripped then we get stuck in with the stripper and coarse wire wool. We also use anything that comes to hand that will help extract the waste material. This can be old dental tools, a small wire brush, a whittled dowel or piece of wood, (known to me as a quirking stick) a trimmed old credit card or plastic wood filler scraper /applicator. Basically anything you can think of that won't harm the wood surface but will help clean the material out. I'm sorry if this is too late for you but it may help others. Best wishes Simon.

@antidoteify 7 ай бұрын

After the oil sealing, can you stain it too, before you polish it?

@ashleywright8686 2 жыл бұрын

“We’re going to use our own wax because, well, it’s brilliant.” 🥰 Yep, I bet it is! “Too bad” I live in the United States. Thoroughly enjoyed your informative video.

@GilboysRestoration 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ashley. Many thanks fro your comments. I hope the video helps you. In the past 18 months we have shipped our polish to every single state in the United States 🙂. Don't just take my word for it. Take a look at the reviews on our website. I don't write them 😁 gilboys.co.uk/pages/reviews Best wishes Simon

@ashleywright8686 2 жыл бұрын

@@GilboysRestoration thank you so much for your response to my comment. Love(!) your videos! My BIL is from Cambridge. Love the Brits! 🇬🇧

@JackRT2502 Жыл бұрын

Great tutorial. I want to wax polish a kitchen bench top and I was looking up the internet on how to do it. I've looked at a few but after watching this video I'm settling for your method. Can you tell me what the sealer is please? I either missed it or you didn't mention it.

@Ionabrodie69 5 ай бұрын

I believe he said it was the hard wax oil.. 🙂

@rickpalmer3340 2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks for another top video! If you wanted to darken the oak at what point would you apply a stain, please?

@GilboysRestoration 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Rick. Good question. Always, always colour the wood when it is stripped and prepared prior to the finishing process. 🙂 You cant really change the colour once you have sealed it, unless you use a pigmented polish, but thats not good because it starts to obliterate the wood itself. So always colour your wood at the beginning of the finishing process. ✅ There's more help on satining and colouring here. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hNtpZsuq2JeyZWw.html I hope this helps Simon

@rhonajamieson1625 2 жыл бұрын

Really good thank you - do you think I could use the same process on a wooden Belfast sink that is not looking its best?

@GilboysRestoration 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, absolutely. I would probably give it three coats of hard wax oil. to make sure its well sealed. 🙂

@MrJeremyNako 4 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your videos, and I've ordered some products to make a start on a small project. One question if I may - how resistant is the wax to heat ? Would you still have waxed if the table was to have irregular heated surfaces (such as a hot dish for example) placed on it, or would you have finished with another product ?

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Jeremy, Beeswax polishes are intended as a sacrificial layer, they are inteded to protect the finish underneath and to enhance the finish. so instead of your beautifully finished table or whatever it may be being damaged, the beeswax polish takes the brunt of it, and you can simply repolish. i hope this helps, kind regards Archie Newnham-Dibley

@MrJeremyNako 4 жыл бұрын

@@GilboysRestoration Many thanks Archie - keep up the great work on the videos, and keep safe !

@osvaldofernandez9562 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial and thanks for sharing, if I may ask: why use a stripper instead of sanding the surface to remove the old finishing? thank you so much.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Osvaldo. Only on rare occasions would we not use a stripper. We use stripper because it only removes the old finish, This is very necessary when dealing with period furniture. Using a sander is often way to aggressive and will often lead to damaging a piece of furniture. This is especially important when dealing with veneered furniture. It can be ruined in minutes by using a sander with a coarse grit. It is also very important when removing period but unsalvageable finishes, when wish to retain as much of the wood patination as possible. I hope this helps. I have just produced a video demonstrating what can happen if sensitive (veneered or period) furniture is heavily sanded using an electric sander, it will be released later in October 2020 Best wishes Simon

@osvaldofernandez9562 3 жыл бұрын

@@GilboysRestoration thank you so much for the time you took for a very helpful answer.

@trinao9642 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve bought a telephone storage seat I will try this effect

@tinribs1974 8 ай бұрын

Hi I'm using nitro mors but it seems to dry out quickly like it's gone into the wood

@carolepawson8479 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. I received my gold wax today and just put it on a very dry table which I’d stripped. How long should I leave before waxing again? I think I saw on one of your videos to wait a while but I can’t remember which video and how long to wait! Thank you for a prompt delivery and such wonderful customer service x Carole

@GilboysRestoration 2 жыл бұрын

HI Carole I believe Ian has already replied to your question via email but for the benefit of others... You can apply a second coat of our polish within a few hours of the first. The reason being; the first application will be absorbed quite quickly by the bare wood and the wax will dry faster. Depending on how dry and absorbent the surface is I would wait a week or so before applying further wax applications. As I demonstrate in this video. I personally would seal the table first and then wax it but thats just me. 😁

@carolepawson8479 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. Thanks, yes Ian has replied. I didn’t want to alter the colour of the wood so didn’t use oil as they all seem to have a yellow /orange tint. Thanks, the wax is great!

@4lper87 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Simon, great video 👍🏽 dont you take the excess oil off? Or do you apply and just leave it alone overnight without taking the excess off? Best regards Alper

@GilboysRestoration 4 жыл бұрын

Hello! thank you ! generally we apply it the same way we would apply our first fads of french polish. ensuring that there is a nice even application of oil over the surface, unlike french polishing though, we are able to go over it a little bit to make sure we have no runs and no excessive amounts, then leave to dry as long as possible.

@justmefolks2733 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video thank you. Can I ask as I am a novice starting different projects what grade coarse wire wool you use. Thank you

@GilboysRestoration 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. We used '0000' to apply the wax. And Grade 3 for stripping.

@justmefolks2733 2 жыл бұрын

@@GilboysRestoration Thank you.

@jgirlaldrich6559 4 жыл бұрын

Simon, Very informative..helpful. I will be attempting my first finish on an old library table made of oak. The entire table from legs up to top have the same original finish....it looks glossy throughout. I've cleaned, stripped, and sanded the top, but not the legs. I plan to use your products if possible. In your demonstration, did pre strip, sand etc the legs? And just apply the Antique Wax on the legs etc? I would like to avoid stripping, etc the legs if I can. They are in relatively good condition, but they may be a slightly different color once I complete the top. What are your thoughts? Thank you!!!

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

HI, I'm sorry I dint get round too replying to you earlier. I wax polished the legs and frame on the table, over the original finish. Stripping and refinishing the top of your library table is very much the way we would do it in the workshop and speaking on behalf of all restorers, very much the way they would do it. The slight colour difference is perfectly acceptable. 🙂

@jgirlaldrich6559 3 жыл бұрын

@@GilboysRestoration Simon, thanks for your reply. Once I finished the top of the library table, I did not like the color difference, so I removed the 4 legs (they were attached with metal plate and screws), and sanded off the varnish finish, then sanded to a nice fine smooth finish before applying varnish. This was a job - to say the least. I am glad I do not do this for a living or for fun. In any event, the table looks lovelier than I expected considering this is my first attempt at this type of project. I'd rather be quilting. Thank you again for taking the time to respond to my questions.

@James33389 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, would you follow the same process for solid wood floorboards ? Or would there be any differences ?

@GilboysRestoration 2 жыл бұрын

Hi James. Yes you could use the same process for floorboards, if you were wanting to preserve the patination. But if you are looking at refinishing a larger floor area the easiest and fastest way is by using a floor sander. These can be hired or you can get a floor refinishing company to do it. ✅

@stewbacca65 8 ай бұрын

I am enquiring about the safety glasses you are wearing do they fog up at all if not can please inform where you got them from please, did you get them off Amazon?... 🤔 Kind regards, Stewart

@steviehunt 2 жыл бұрын

Great video...just a quick question, What would you use to remove water based paint off of furniture without damaging the original wood underneath?

@GilboysRestoration 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve. You can use any of the wood strippers available on the open market. They will remove the old finish and leave the original wood substrate untouched. ✅

@justanotherday1239 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, "methylated with acetic acid'. Please can you explain the mix. Video very informative. Thanks

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Hi. We would add about 10% by volume. So 10ml in a 100. It doesn't have to be exact. It help neutralise any alkali in the stripper. I would check what it says on the side of the tin you are using to strip with. I hope this helps and good luck. Simon

@mattwright3768 Жыл бұрын

What hard wax oil do you recommend.

@raymondoreilly7569 5 жыл бұрын

Hi there, I have a whole in my table what would you recommend, masking underneath and fill it with wax.......?

@GilboysRestoration 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Raymond. Email me a few photo's of the table and I will try my best to advise you of the best way to approach the repair. email: restoration@gilboys.co.uk

@roar40s 4 жыл бұрын

Sell it to a massage parlour.

@tanyacaso4339 4 жыл бұрын

I have bought a mid century Danish extending dining table where the 2 inner unused leaves that sat underneath are still dark stained in the tables original colour and the 2 extremity leaves that have been exposed to light are now bleached out, thus making the table 2 distinct colours when fully opened. Please advise how to get the colour even again. Do I follow this video and stripper it all, sand it down then stain with hard wax oil and then apply your Gold wax on top? Your advice would be much appreciated. Thank you.

@GilboysRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Tanya. Sincere apologies for the delay. Our business has turned on its head (like many others in the past 10 months). Trying to even up faded colours on a dining table is very difficult. You are correct with your above comments. Once stripped and sanded (the sanding process will help even up the mismatched colours) you may want to stain the surface with a colour that closely matches your wood. (you may wish to do this twice) Once dried you can continue with the finishing process as I demonstrate in the video. I hope this helps Best wishes Simon