Vintage Cocktail Cabinet - Furniture Restoration

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In this video I work on restoring a vintage cocktail cabinet as a commission for a client. The old finish was badly scratched and I needed to scrape and sand and add a new finish to rejuvenate the wood veneer (which I think is walnut). I also needed to repair a few dings, stop the drawer from sticking and lube up the metal components to get everything running smoothly. Before and after pics at the end of the video
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@trustmemysonisadoctor8479 3 жыл бұрын

It is so refreshing to see vintage furniture being properly restored rather than "updated" with a coat of paint or worse chalk paint.

@xthatwhiteguyx 2 жыл бұрын

To be fair, though... I would have just painted or put some paper over the interior shelf lol. It didn't look to be quality wood or anything. Also, when an item is just a thin veneer that is already chipping (nearly 100% of KZfaq refurbishing videos are these), I don't see the harm in just using wood filler and paint.

@johnje4285 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, I think painting old furniture looks ghastly

@catofthecastle1681 2 жыл бұрын

That’s why there are alternatives for people who like different things! Calm down!

@trustmemysonisadoctor8479 2 жыл бұрын

@@catofthecastle1681 What did I say that implied I was not calm? I did not use capitol letters to indicate my voice was raised nor did I use exclamation points at the end of my sentences to express a very strong feeling. I simply expressed my appreciation of the restoration of a piece of furniture to as close to it's original condition as possible.

@ashleywright8686 2 жыл бұрын

There’s nothing wrong with chalk paint. Yes, some furniture should be restored to its original beauty, but some pieces look better with chalk paint, or any other kind. I do appreciate your thoughtful opinion, however

@tommoncrieff1154 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful job. I love these Art Deco cocktail cabinets. How amazing this one still has its original light and lethal-looking cocktail sticks with which to commit an Agatha Christie murder. I appreciate your commitment to authenticity and retaining the original elements and not replacing them. Wish everybody had that attitude.

@lamo1724 2 жыл бұрын

@tom moncrieff you're right about those cocktail stickers, I've skewered myself on mine a couple of times then worried about Tetanus! I'll definitely do the sanding trick to remove all the rust. Great video! Xxx

@uktony1525 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic looking restoration. I am sure I speak for many when I say we are pleased to see everything you work on.

@RagnBoneBrown 3 жыл бұрын

thank you

@rayfry2221 3 жыл бұрын

TRY USING COKE OR PEPSI TO REMOVE SCREWS FROM NOBS

@shellyjones3046 3 жыл бұрын

Would like to see the other cabinet being redone.

@MsRmaclaren 3 жыл бұрын

He did one exactly for it for his brother. It is somewhere on his channel.

@maryperner9625 2 жыл бұрын

I've been absorbing many DIY refinishing videos these past 2 months. I have 3 favorites, and you have just joined them. You make the process and the rationale for each thing that you do so very clear. I'm getting geared up to work on some pieces over the summer. Your instruction will help greatly.

@RagnBoneBrown 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@dpfunk78 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely would love to see the other cabinet. Really appreciate your restoration videos.

@Susi-Saks 3 жыл бұрын

The finished cabinet looks fabulous! ..

@jackleg693 3 жыл бұрын

Love to watch all your work so yes please for the veneer repair video.

@kerylcooper2314 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful thank you for saving this old treasure ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👍🏼👏🏼🍀🍀🍀🇺🇸

@silverdragon1314 3 жыл бұрын

I definitely want to see the next cabinet! I love seeing how you referbish furniture

@carol-annskinner4828 3 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous! Thanks for all of the helpful hints!

@elizabethsuggs993 3 жыл бұрын

Nice job. Would love to see the other cabinet video. Thanks

@jacquelinecruickshank4194 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent job, well done!

@LogrusUK 3 жыл бұрын

Best. Woodworker. Ever.

@johnjones4825 3 жыл бұрын

I have a dressing table that I wanted to fix up for 20 or more years, which I finally tackled a few months ago. Used exactly your method to remove the finish, blades and sanding. Difference is that I disassembled the piece as far as possible, it's just easier to get into the little nooks and crannies. I was under the impression that it was made in the 60s or 70s, great was my pleasure in finding 1941 date stamps on the back of the mirrors! A well worth while little project that turned out really nice. The badly rusted steel fittings were soaked in vinegar for 48 hours and scrubbed with a kitchen scourer, they have a nice "antique" patina to them now.

@karenharden6018 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely to see old pieces restored....more please! From: South Carolina, USA

@Maryden69 3 жыл бұрын

Just beautiful!

@bettyriggs8573 2 жыл бұрын

Yes. I would love to see how you go about replacing/repairing damaged veneer. The cocktail cabinet restored nicely.

@yrification 3 жыл бұрын

Looks amazing after the work. Really good job Keith.

@patriciakeil9127 3 жыл бұрын

Yes please do the other cocktail unit. You rocked that first one out super cool.

@michaelevans1658 3 жыл бұрын

Great tip on the sandpaper fold technique.

@sereniebellini8973 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! Would love to see more restoration projects!

@johnje4285 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I will follow those steps on an art deco fall front bureau

@TheChasbot 3 жыл бұрын

Really helpful video for an interested beginner. 9 hours to restore shows how efficient you are. Might take me much longer

@denisebennett1626 3 жыл бұрын

Looks absolutely gorgeous. Makes me have plans for my vintage sewing cabinet

@michelerussell9044 2 жыл бұрын

The wood came out beautifully.

@garymarlow9612 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love the finished color and grain on the wood

@edcrego396 3 жыл бұрын

Yes most definitely would like video on veneer patch

@AnthonyL1983 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, beautiful job! Thank you for actually restoring it and not paining it like so many others would have. Break my heart when people paint vintage furniture like that.

@mairwyncurtis2102 3 жыл бұрын

OMG That is a stunning transformation!!!

@ruthkaylor1361 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love these cocktail units!

@clydedecker765 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely looking forward to veneer repairing.

@KathrynFritze 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful!

@rgreenjw 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely interested in your next project with the flaking veneer.

@nancypeteja6560 3 жыл бұрын

It turned out beautiful!!! Love it!

@claudiawagner1509 2 жыл бұрын

Too gorgeous for words!

@craigdewar6634 3 жыл бұрын

Great work. Would like to see the next one

@funkypunkypine 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, definitely want to see more cocktail cabinet restoring! Beautiful job, btw.

@kerryfoster1 3 жыл бұрын

Very good and useful video. Lots of ideas here . Good to see old but far from useless furniture bought back to life! Keep up the good work.

@karenwade3454 3 жыл бұрын

Brought back some fond childhood memories. Reminded me of my old dressing table and wardrobe, similar made style and exact same handles. Brilliant restoration 👍

@tayet6875 3 жыл бұрын

I‘m always a fan of cocktail units! This one is a beauty. Great job!

@kaycox5555 3 жыл бұрын

Marvelous outcome!

@quirtdrozario3038 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent job. I enjoyed watching that.

@andljoy 3 жыл бұрын

OOo a restore ! Awesome !

@wholoveskitty 3 жыл бұрын

What a gorgeous piece. You did an amazing job! 👍🏻

@IKhanNot 2 жыл бұрын

This is satisfying as heck to watch.

@grammybear4226 3 жыл бұрын

🐼 Big Bear Hugs from a 67 yr old grandma in Kirby, Texas, USA 🐼...

@suzeaa 3 жыл бұрын

Just gorgeous.

@refinishedbyjade7834 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning!

@alansimpson596 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful restoration. I'm a hobby woodworker and am planning to make a cocktail cabinet so this design has given me some good tips.

@annmolloy8600 3 жыл бұрын

My auntie and uncle had this cabinet. I always loved it.

@2YSPRJCT 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful work !

@paulacraig8252 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful!!

@tammyfinch6735 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful. Yes to watching another video like this.

@annh164 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful piece and work!

@danniellewentzel5369 2 жыл бұрын

This is the most gorgeous cabinet! Excellent job

@jazze63 2 жыл бұрын

A wonderful furniture made it to a new life. Well done!

@kimbernard9250 3 жыл бұрын

gorgeous!

@veronica5896 3 жыл бұрын

Looks amazing - great work! YES to the next cabinet!

@jasonkenny6432 3 жыл бұрын

The grain looks fantastic!

@denisemendenhall2181 3 жыл бұрын

Beautifully done! I'd love to see another done!

@maryjanegrant8052 3 жыл бұрын

Just beautiful

@ameliareaganwright2758 3 жыл бұрын

Unbelievable!!! GREAT JOB!!! 👍

@karenstimson2683 3 жыл бұрын

Very impressive refinishing work! Love the "after" pics. I'm a fan of this type of video, would love to see more refinishing jobs.

@joycethiery2488 3 жыл бұрын

I have recently retired and I decided long ago that I wanted to refurbish wood furniture. Simple stuff

@justjudycrafting7401 3 жыл бұрын

What a gorgeous piece.

@gryffindork9563 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful ! love older furniture they made it to last 🤎🤎 Very much want to see you make it beautiful again 💚💚

@laurensouthgate2458 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful.

@ianvicedomini2648 3 жыл бұрын

Looks amazing Keith. I love how the grain is more prominent after the restoration too. Great video mate

@alistairbiggar6830 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic transformation Keith, lovely job.

@ginafriend1690 3 жыл бұрын

You've certainly got the products. I took a wooden tv cabinet and made a bar cabinet out of it. Spray painted to give that mid century style, added racks and above interior lighting. Also added hairpin legs. I may say, I was impressed with myself! Love turning old furniture pieces!

@RosenlundTara 3 жыл бұрын

Turned out beautiful!

@asyaclay555 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing!

@allisond5669 3 жыл бұрын

Incredible

@WCW4469 3 жыл бұрын

Looks great!

@lindeehopkins6439 3 жыл бұрын

Wowza! Fantastic

@jp_makes 3 жыл бұрын

Looks great after you restored it, and yes would definitely like to see the other cabinet done also!

@bertharuiz1225 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful results! Thanks for sharing your skills!

@jannamarie3990 8 ай бұрын

Absolutely gorgeous ❤

@Yennyyeti 3 жыл бұрын

This came out beautifully! So wonderful to see furniture restoration which brings it back to its original glory (and doesn’t involve painting it!). Great job and would love to see more!

@deborahschipper1520 2 жыл бұрын

Spectacular!

@chrisharrison6532 3 жыл бұрын

Yes keith video everything it's all most interesting plus it's nice to know your partner is getting involved always good for people to work together on good projects

@aarondcmedia9585 3 жыл бұрын

This was fantastic, with great and easily followable steps - thank you. Any others you do would be great to see also.

@durindaau8085 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful

@ask604 3 жыл бұрын

I have a vintage cocktail cabinet very similar to this but with glass sliding doors. I thought it was in pretty good shape until I say the after. Now I want to mine to look gorgeous like this one.

@usaf4dbt 3 жыл бұрын

As always thank you!

@peterpanassow7814 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!!! 👍

@koensonck9700 3 жыл бұрын

Great job. What a transformation.

@bl3884 3 жыл бұрын

Looks amazing!

@77_thrift 3 жыл бұрын

What a great piece

@kimberlyfoulkrod2229 3 жыл бұрын

Great work!

@suecox2308 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love those Art Deco era soft corners and the use of wood grains--just gorgeous, and you've brought that one back to vibrant, useful life. Beautiful.

@nancyberg6260 3 жыл бұрын

My first watch. All of a sudden I knew to delay my bedtime and it was worth it. Thank you for a detailed show of how you fixed things and took the care to make it live again. Not painted Willy nilly ,slapping on a coat of white in this case. Thank you. That woodgrain now is worth it to the owners

@joemug4079 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. Any veneer repair videos are wanted. This piece looks nice.

@reginalawson8008 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful difference, well done. Kudos to your partner for the final clean up!! I enjoy refinishing videos, I would like to see more. As always thanks for sharing :)