Ep. 102 | this nasty painted farmhouse table was destroyed, so I restored it | antique restoration

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  • Опубликовано: 18 ноя 2024

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  • @MadCityModern
    @MadCityModern  4 месяца назад +12

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  • @Kmi4880
    @Kmi4880 4 месяца назад +124

    Barry you honored the original builder of that table. You recreated their legacy in a beautiful fashion. Awesome job!

    • @jodidavis6595
      @jodidavis6595 4 месяца назад +3

      Your words made me choke up 🥹❤️

    • @Kmi4880
      @Kmi4880 4 месяца назад +5

      It's the honest truth. It was such an privilege to watch the caring he put into that piece.

    • @loisdesimone9688
      @loisdesimone9688 4 месяца назад

      @@Kmi4880 I agree

    • @lameesahmad9166
      @lameesahmad9166 4 месяца назад +3

      Absolutely true. The woods beautiful grain and the way Barry melded the various woods together while honoring its age and authenticity is wonderful. We are only the caretakers of these pieces for the next generation.

    • @Kmi4880
      @Kmi4880 4 месяца назад +1

      I so agree. Too many are to eager to throw away such pieces.

  • @foos.998
    @foos.998 4 месяца назад +70

    I know that creators like yourself have the right to keep their lives private, but thank you for sharing that you are in a relationship. I’ve always thought you have the biggest heart and deserve all the happiness. I love that someone can share your life and enjoy your creativity. Lucky person!

  • @lyndseybeaumont7301
    @lyndseybeaumont7301 4 месяца назад +80

    The thing I love about this little table, is that it comes from a time when nothing was wasted. It was cobbled together with different woods to serve someone’s purpose. I bet it was well used and hard wearing. Probably well loved too and appreciated. We have become such a wasteful society that it’s shameful what we throw away. I love that you have sympathetically restored this little treasure to live again, and I bet the original creator will be delighted with the result. xx

    • @VioletJoy
      @VioletJoy 4 месяца назад +2

      I totally relate to your thoughts. 🤍

    • @freethebirds3578
      @freethebirds3578 4 месяца назад +2

      My husband will dig things out of the dumpsters in our community often, but he rarely keeps them. He takes them to one of the local thrift stores. It's awful how much furniture and functional bicycles get thrown away.

    • @maureenedonovan9935
      @maureenedonovan9935 2 месяца назад +1

      It has a history. Probably a happy family history.

  • @debbypetty8685
    @debbypetty8685 4 месяца назад +21

    My goodness look at all of the life she has left in her now. Stunning!!!

  • @marilynyarbrough7951
    @marilynyarbrough7951 4 месяца назад +37

    If wood could talk, what a story this table could tell. Certainly a happy ending. Thanks for such a beautiful re-creation.

  • @joycohen938
    @joycohen938 4 месяца назад +10

    Your narration is so thoughtful & gentle. You’re a wood-working Bob Ross;)

  • @fidgetshouse
    @fidgetshouse 4 месяца назад +30

    I am sure when it was created the person did not expect it to be an heirloom piece. You have created a beautiful reconstruction that will last much longer. It is beautiful.😊

  • @AmandaGeaves
    @AmandaGeaves 4 месяца назад +26

    Hi Barry, somebody’s love went into making that little table and with your love,patience,skill and time,you have honoured that person. That little table will live on to give joy and beauty for a long time to come thanks to you. Thank you for another wonderful video 😊

  • @lauris5708
    @lauris5708 4 месяца назад +18

    You never cease to amaze me. Who would have guessed that, under that humble and messy green paint, would be a beauty made of walnut. So, so pretty.

  • @katherineh2633
    @katherineh2633 4 месяца назад +15

    Barry, I am very Happy for you !!! You have traveled the world, something only some people can dream of, you have someone special , your business is growing, and you're getting better and better at your craft 😊

  • @denisemurray412
    @denisemurray412 4 месяца назад +6

    Clean lines, perfect color. You can hear the little table breathe a happy sigh and smile again.

  • @kathyg1117
    @kathyg1117 4 месяца назад +19

    Barry it’s so nice to see you back to doing some furniture restoration! Thank you for taking the time to share your work with us.

  • @marymorrison2484
    @marymorrison2484 4 месяца назад +5

    I love how it turned out. The top part, holy smokes that wood is beautiful.

  • @ColvinAvianBreadline
    @ColvinAvianBreadline 4 месяца назад +6

    What a wonderful transformation!!!!

  • @pamallen2498
    @pamallen2498 4 месяца назад +10

    Thank you Barry, for showing us that even old beat up things are worth the effort to make them usable again. Excellent restoration.

  • @taylorvanbuskirk8040
    @taylorvanbuskirk8040 24 дня назад +2

    Barry...I love your concept of true restoration. The fact that you left the original nail holes in the wood tells me you're truly a genuine restorer. So many people "modernize" they're antique furniture. Oh sure...it looks good, but the original version is lost forever...not with you, and that's what I love. Great results! One more thing...I hope your long distance relationship is the real deal and you and works fantastically for the rest of your life.

    • @MadCityModern
      @MadCityModern  23 дня назад +1

      Thank you so much for noticing, I appreciate it!

  • @mals86
    @mals86 4 месяца назад +3

    I'm not at all surprised that this little homemade table is composed mostly of walnut! So much of my furniture is this type -- made by someone in the family with very little finesse, from trees that grow wild in Southwest Virginia, often mixing wood types. I'm so glad you were able to use most of the original wood and let it carry its history into the future.
    The landscape at 0:25 looks like home, to me.

  • @chhetlam4847
    @chhetlam4847 4 месяца назад +3

    Barry!
    the way you respect the sentiments of each project, that's what makes me love your work!. thank you for another great save!.

  • @Mandy7D7
    @Mandy7D7 4 месяца назад +8

    I hope for your relationship to continue to grow and strengthen through the difficulties of distance and travel. ♡

  • @stormygirl1989
    @stormygirl1989 4 месяца назад +3

    I love how you made it look nicer but let it continue to identify as a farm table. Now the original builder lives on as well ❤

  • @lindakennedy1193
    @lindakennedy1193 4 месяца назад +3

    What a little gem and what a story it could tell if it could talk 😊😊😊. Beautiful restoration Barry.

  • @sallyradcliffe-hh6ud
    @sallyradcliffe-hh6ud 4 месяца назад +2

    So beautiful. Thank you for bringing the table back to life.

  • @amypreuit4114
    @amypreuit4114 4 месяца назад +3

    It's sensational!!! It makes my heart so happy to see pieces being saved and restored to originally intended. Well done, sir! 🎉

  • @shirleyannconfer9651
    @shirleyannconfer9651 4 месяца назад +7

    Virginia is a great place to find both antiques and restoration projects. You’re also within a short drive from other great sources.
    The community workshop is very lucky to have you! Watching the Temu video, and seeing the treasure trove of new tools that you’ve donated, is surely making them very happy to see you.
    I watched another video with the same drawer pulls on a dresser. Who could’ve imagined what a treasure was hiding under that nasty spray paint?

  • @DAnnaSharon-x3g
    @DAnnaSharon-x3g 4 месяца назад +2

    Absolutely gorgeous. Keep the drawer pulls! I know they're deco, but they work so well with this piece.

  • @tonyandrea7613
    @tonyandrea7613 4 месяца назад +6

    I could hear the table breath with a sigh of relief when you were removing the green paint. Your word on Birch mattress did nothing to convince me in getting a Birch I have already decided that when the time comes that's the mattress I'll be getting. Unfortunately I am unable to take advantage of the 4th of July offer. Even with the discount not sure I can afford it. I like this choice out side your norm. It show how truly skill-full you are.

  • @coleenburgess6689
    @coleenburgess6689 4 месяца назад +2

    Just might be the most stunning walnut I've ever seen. Who would have imagined it would be found under what was probably the most overlooked piece in the shop. Great work!!

  • @elsatesfam5229
    @elsatesfam5229 4 месяца назад +6

    The community workshop is such an awesome idea, I absolutely love it! Great restoration, Barry!

  • @jakea1035
    @jakea1035 4 месяца назад +3

    Top job! Such a cheery little workhorse of a table. It looked so proud of its new garb.

  • @CFinch360
    @CFinch360 4 месяца назад +3

    Wonderful to see you using all the tools in the community workshop. Also delighted that you shared about your relationship, you are too great a guy not to share life with someone special.

  • @lr8991
    @lr8991 Месяц назад +2

    I so enjoy your videos, uncovering treasures under layers of paint. But this video seemed to involve a cheap, plain little table…until the end. When you revealed the finished product, I unexpectedly burst into tears. What a lovely restoration of a handmade table. Whoever made this table would be stunned and moved by your efforts.

    • @MadCityModern
      @MadCityModern  Месяц назад

      I love that you were touched by the reveal. Thanks for watching!

  • @auntietara
    @auntietara 4 месяца назад +4

    Love how this turned out! It still looks homemade, and it’s delightful. 👍🏼🥰

  • @leewood729
    @leewood729 4 месяца назад +2

    That walnut was a beautiful unexpected surprise. I could almost feel this sad little table sighing with relief, very nicely done. I think I would have filled the holes without trying to disguise them, more because they're dirt-catchers if not, but it's nice to see the "history" of the piece left intact when much of it wasn't... intact that is. Kia kaha from Aotearoa New Zealand.

  • @shellydehart8217
    @shellydehart8217 4 месяца назад +2

    Barry, I was so happy to see that you wanted to keep this hand made farm table as original at what it once looked like when it was made. I believe you did amazing job. It looks awesome. I love finding old furniture that someone has made. ♥️♥️😊👍👍👍🌟

  • @randyboglisch137
    @randyboglisch137 4 месяца назад +3

    Beautiful job..faithful to the original carpenter

  • @user-nk6if2pi3x
    @user-nk6if2pi3x 4 месяца назад +14

    A “My Fair Lady” story. Plain has become so pretty.

  • @patriciadesserud9402
    @patriciadesserud9402 4 месяца назад +2

    I’d love to have a piece like this in my home, nail holes and all. Just looking at it at first, green glory notwithstanding, I had a sudden strong sense that this little table had a long interesting story. I wished I could have reached out and touched it and connected. You did a masterful job making it a solid addition to a home again, a place to showcase a favoured plant or display a special book or photo. Thank you Barry for the respect you show for the work of earlier woodworkers and the beautiful wood.

  • @sfmedicsmith777
    @sfmedicsmith777 4 месяца назад +2

    One of the best parts of woodworking is discovering what is hiding under all that paint. I love finding items like this just for my own satisfaction and its great to build my skills. Great job as always!!....Good Karma on your journey!

  • @annw1395
    @annw1395 4 месяца назад +3

    Better than new! Solid walnut! What an asset that whole shop was, enabling you to disassemble, plane, recut, etc more so than you usually would have been able to. That's what it needed. Excellent!

  • @katherineharper-sj4ys
    @katherineharper-sj4ys 4 месяца назад +3

    A beautiful little table. Loved this one

  • @benscott1872
    @benscott1872 4 месяца назад +3

    Beautiful wood. Beautiful job working it.

  • @gurubhaikhalsa9337
    @gurubhaikhalsa9337 4 месяца назад +9

    It's because we realize deeply how fragile life is, that when we see something in ruin, we want to restore its life purpose. It's a symbol for us of our own fleeting life, and our need to bring meaning to it.

  • @cliftondavies5094
    @cliftondavies5094 2 месяца назад +1

    Terrific restoration & I'm glad you kept the original build in mind as these pieces are a picture of our history.

  • @rockshot100
    @rockshot100 4 месяца назад +9

    Almost 100K, congrats.

  • @debsmith2269
    @debsmith2269 4 месяца назад +2

    That table is such a cutie patootie, and you did a great job with the colour. It's hard to see that it's made with such different timbers. I also love those drawer pulls. I've never seen anything like them.

  • @dottietruthseeker4546
    @dottietruthseeker4546 4 месяца назад +2

    Gorgeous! Another great job.

  • @yvonnepagan9912
    @yvonnepagan9912 4 месяца назад +2

    Thank you Barry, for saving this poor, old, hall-table, which, if you hadn’t, would be firewood in anyone else’s hands. Trash to treasure yet again! It’s nice that you found somewhere to work comfortably and suitably equipped as you follow your heart. Now two cities have the benefit of your woodworking abilities! I have been quite a few places overseas, but only Norway, Oslo to be exact, that you showed today. My favourite places ever, were Chesky Crumlov in the Czech Republic and St Wolfgang in Austria. Two very pretty and interesting tiny towns to visit and relax in. It’s good to see you doing more on You Tube again!❤️😊🦘🇦🇺

  • @ElaineWood-f2t
    @ElaineWood-f2t 4 месяца назад +1

    Hi Barry, and greetings from Virginia! I absolutely love what you did with that little table!! It's great that you saw the potential beneath all that ghastly green paint. There should be a law against painting such gorgeous walnut! You truly transformed this piece from trash to treasure! Well done, sir!

  • @shellisannes464
    @shellisannes464 4 месяца назад +2

    Barry so excited for you on so many counts, first you found someone special enough to go all the way to another place to spend time together, second you found this flexible Maker type place to even use tools you don’t even have sometime! Planing the walnut was such an interesting of a choice! Glad you got to see the Rockies where I am from in Alberta, Canada too!

  • @elizabethnash7491
    @elizabethnash7491 4 месяца назад +2

    Hello from Ireland ☘️ and thank you Barry ~ every vlog is a joy to watch and this was another beautiful rescue!

  • @HBTwoodworking
    @HBTwoodworking 4 месяца назад +2

    Barry, you’ve continued to improve in your skills, both in cinematography and restoration. Outstanding job! Keep it going! - Phil

  • @chris-8092
    @chris-8092 4 месяца назад +2

    When you said your were restoring this piece I didn't realise you were going to go to such extent. You've done an amazing restoration of this 'honest piece of furniture'. You're a restorer and in a way I also view you as a nurturer. You were working in the health sector and you also continue your love for furniture and transferred that passion to restore, revive and nurture vintage furniture. I wish you the best with your long distance relationship because a home maker and nurturer like you deserves the love and support of a caring partner

    • @MadCityModern
      @MadCityModern  4 месяца назад +1

      I didn’t know it would go this far

  • @williambabbitt7602
    @williambabbitt7602 4 месяца назад +2

    ❤ I grew up around furniture like this most of it being homemade. My uncle was a furniture craftsman and a upholster. Very nice work. Thank you for keeping the original intent alive.

  • @heavenlymorsels
    @heavenlymorsels 4 месяца назад +1

    What a sweet little table now breathing new life! Well done Barry 👍 lovely project - thx for sharing!

  • @Ms._Purple_Apple
    @Ms._Purple_Apple 4 месяца назад +2

    Labour of love, standing tall and proud. 👍⭐️

  • @rosannamize6622
    @rosannamize6622 4 месяца назад +1

    I love how you not only respect the original builder but the piece you are working on. You don't make the pieces something they weren't built to be. I love this table and have one of a similar design.

  • @texanasimmons1761
    @texanasimmons1761 4 месяца назад +2

    You did a TERRIFIC restoration/remodel of this simple, very rustic farm table. It looks great! Thank you for leaving its blemishes, where possible.❤

  • @akmb8211
    @akmb8211 4 месяца назад +2

    Toujours une délice de regarder votre programme. Mille Mercis, Barry.

  • @neneinman4271
    @neneinman4271 2 месяца назад +1

    Just watch your video refinishing the green table, just wanted you to know how much I enjoy all your videos, I like watching how much you care for old pieces of furniture, keep up the good work.😊

  • @caroltanzi29
    @caroltanzi29 4 месяца назад +2

    Barry: nice restoration on the table. It really looked good.This co-up workshop sounds interesting. I didn’t even realize they existed. Boy, it’s a great idea. Please talk more about this concept. Thank you. Carol from California

  • @toddylu6869
    @toddylu6869 3 месяца назад +2

    Like a previous poster, I too appreciate a little insight in to your movements around this great country. I have been away from the channel for a bit as I thought you were busy elsewhere too. Now it makes sense. I love the fact that you were confident in your skill set to refinish it like you wanted. Bravo! I am recuperating from surgery so I need to go back and catch up with MCM.

  • @johnmancusi9053
    @johnmancusi9053 3 месяца назад +2

    Barry you are awesome as well as your videos your voice is so comforting thank you

  • @dellajustice3953
    @dellajustice3953 4 месяца назад +2

    You took something that looked like trash and made it beautiful, even with the nail holes in the top. You did such an amazing job. I have watched most of your restorations (bing watched) and honestly this is the one of the most dramatic changes…thank you. As an aside note…you could easily be a writer or a narrator…you have a way with words (and furniture). “If you do what you love…you will never work another day in your life”

    • @MadCityModern
      @MadCityModern  4 месяца назад +1

      Thank you ! This really means alot

  • @jodidavis6595
    @jodidavis6595 4 месяца назад +2

    Gosh you just really know how to make a video. So calming and peaceful. Your voice and music suits your content Barry. Always a story behind what you restore. Also happy to hear you’re a travelin man these days to see a lady. I wish you much happiness. When you were in Norway did you lose your mind when you saw that whale? I know I did when I saw my first whale. So beautiful. I’ve enjoyed all these resent videos. I feel like we’re getting spoiled 🇺🇸❤️

  • @gailcullinan
    @gailcullinan 4 месяца назад +2

    Hi from South Africa Barry. Wonderful work as always. Love your channel

  • @robin66va26
    @robin66va26 4 месяца назад +1

    Being born and raised in the mountains of Virginia, I am quite partial to my state. Even though you are only here part-time, let me welcome you to our family as you have welcomed us to yours through your channel! Virginia is a wonderful place for history, furniture, and love! Glad you you found all 3 here! Beautiful job on the table. Can't wait to see the next project!

  • @carolynledford6484
    @carolynledford6484 4 месяца назад +1

    Such a beautiful restoration!! I admire the fact that you showed so much respect for the unknown history of the table. One never knows what that may have been!! Admire your mad skills!!

  • @WilliamNast-v1g
    @WilliamNast-v1g Месяц назад +1

    Although I'm not thrilled with the alteration of this antique, Barry, the finished product looks very nice. The original character is gone, but it's obvious what vision you had in mind. Recently subscribed here, your restoration channel is well done and I'm looking forward to going back and visiting your previous videos. Nice to see you love what you do!

  • @glendacox6540
    @glendacox6540 4 месяца назад +1

    I’ve been watching from the very beginning! I don’t think there’s words to express hours pleasure that you bring. Your empathy for others is my favorite part. I am so glad that you have experienced success. I will continue to watch for as long as you make your fabulous videos.!❤️❤️❤️☮️☮️☮️😊

  • @mothmansuperfan7513
    @mothmansuperfan7513 4 месяца назад +2

    Every one of your videos has me in near happy tears with a beautiful appreciation of life and appreciation for the past. Very well done!

  • @dshey6802
    @dshey6802 4 месяца назад

    It became a charming side table. It will be perfect for books and plants. Please keep the pulls; they are eye catching.

  • @gydaanderson332
    @gydaanderson332 4 месяца назад +1

    The walnut is gorgeous. It was fun watching you resurrect this diamond in the ROUGH!

  • @paulcarlachapman628
    @paulcarlachapman628 4 месяца назад +1

    What an amazing difference! Well done!

  • @Mary-gm2cl
    @Mary-gm2cl 4 месяца назад +1

    Oh that walnut! Wonderful restoration, you are a true craftsman.

  • @christiemay4444
    @christiemay4444 4 месяца назад +1

    What a darling piece of furniture this turned out to be!

  • @statewench2828
    @statewench2828 4 месяца назад +2

    Hi Barry nice to see you again. So it's been over 3 years since we started this journey together. My how time flies. I remember saying one day you would be able to find the right person and start a family. I sure hope that dream comes true at least you've been working on it. So BEST to you and your long distance friend.

  • @nancyanneberg403
    @nancyanneberg403 3 месяца назад +2

    Love walnut! You did this justice. Pulls large and not the flavor of the piece but striking. Better than the thin originals used to make do with the person who made it. Used what he could. Again,very healing to watch,Barry.

  • @fiberotter
    @fiberotter 4 месяца назад

    Beautiful little table. It reminds me of the milking stool my gr grandpa made for my gr grandma. I even have a picture of her using it. It is unlike any milking stool I have ever seen.

  • @kimchamberlain1108
    @kimchamberlain1108 4 месяца назад +1

    OMG Barry! What a beautiful restoration 🤎🤎 You saved this gorgeous little piece and brought it back to life! I'm sure the original craftsman would be honoured. Keep the videos coming 🙂

  • @nickimontie
    @nickimontie 4 месяца назад +1

    The different woods and hues give it a patchwork vibe. It kind of makes me think of home and doing what one can to fill a need. Beautiful results!

  • @lorettataylor3374
    @lorettataylor3374 4 месяца назад +1

    That wood was beautiful. You did it justice. Thanks Barry for saving her…❤

  • @walterpiar2859
    @walterpiar2859 4 месяца назад

    I love your honest approach especially how this piece turned out

  • @kayeeiland4167
    @kayeeiland4167 2 месяца назад

    There is a grace to bringing something back to its intended state .
    Second chances are a blessing and this table makes me smile .
    Thank you !

  • @RenewRestorations
    @RenewRestorations 4 месяца назад +1

    That turned out amazing! And what a find, who would have thought they used walnut to build most of it. Can’t wait to see more brother!

  • @wendy833
    @wendy833 4 месяца назад

    Wow, you really did an amazing transformation on this one. Very pretty stain color. And congratulations on your relationship!!

  • @tarafoley6030
    @tarafoley6030 4 месяца назад +1

    Another truly beautiful job, Barry ...
    Thank you so much for sharing your great skills & respect for the original builder & his or her skills, as well ...

  • @Ms._Purple_Apple
    @Ms._Purple_Apple 4 месяца назад +1

    Community workshops, I’ll have to check them out and see if we have them here in our area. 👍⭐️

  • @lainieinjax1
    @lainieinjax1 4 месяца назад

    It really turned out beautifully. I love it!

  • @Desilu1029
    @Desilu1029 4 месяца назад +1

    Barry this is beautiful. You do such great work. I loved the video of where you’ve been. It’s so cool because I recognized my home town in Va where you showed the antique brick building. Right on my Main Street. Imagine my surprise to see my town in your video!!! I enjoy your work so much.

  • @rachealsmith5138
    @rachealsmith5138 4 месяца назад

    What a beautiful little piece! You have such a talent, and I really enjoy the community space y’all have!😊❤😊

  • @ThrifterPicker
    @ThrifterPicker 4 месяца назад +1

    Has it already been three years? I remember your first videos like it was yesterday. Cool that you’re making trips to the south. Hopefully, you will eventually move down here!

  • @audiomxr
    @audiomxr 4 месяца назад +1

    What a productive salvage/restoration! It is a great size, and for what it's being asked to do, it has excellent utility. Thanks for answering the question about the new shop. What a boon to have access to new-to-you equipment! Also excited to hear you have a special someone.

  • @statewench2828
    @statewench2828 4 месяца назад

    Just beautiful! Well done Barry as always. Thank you.

  • @ritacollins8666
    @ritacollins8666 4 месяца назад

    I love the oversized pulls you chose. Beautiful.

  • @ldianehigley3287
    @ldianehigley3287 4 месяца назад

    What a wonderful and serendipitous find! You made it look so beautiful.

  • @marychapel8916
    @marychapel8916 4 месяца назад +1

    Thank you again for your videos! Your voice and process are comforting to me.🙋🏼‍♀️🌷🌼🦋

  • @pitsnipe5559
    @pitsnipe5559 4 месяца назад

    Fabulous job recreating that handmade piece. 👍🏻

  • @cheryl2103
    @cheryl2103 4 месяца назад +1

    Great job, Barry, looks amazing 👏👏👏

  • @LindaLinda-qg4yp
    @LindaLinda-qg4yp 4 месяца назад

    you are a lovely person - you deserve the best!!