Buy the DREO Solaris 718 Space Heater: bit.ly/47AF1Ly Enjoy a 21% exclusive discount on the DREO website with my code: madcity Or buy it on Amazon: amzn.to/47DkRRc I found this 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenza on Facebook Marketplace several years ago and have been using it in my home since; however, it shows obvious signs of normal wear and tear, requiring satisfying paint removal, intricate veneer repairs, and a bold new finish. Join me as I turn this restoration project into a one-of-a-kind vintage piece to be cherished for many years. Thank you for joining me. Barry
Twenty hours of work + untold hours videoing and editing the content for this project. What a gorgeous result for both! Thanks for sharing your craftsmanship. What a great piece for your home.
Another absolutely fantastic restoration, Barry! The wood grain on this piece is beautiful. When it cones to screw holes being stripped out, I use wood match sticks and wood glue in them, and put the screws in before the glue dries. It creates a really strong hold, and, since wood glue won't adhere to metal, the screws can be removed without issue. This one truly came out beautifully! The quality of the piece, along with the remarkable quality of your restoration prowess make a great combination, and the result speaks for itself.
That turned out absolutely gorgeous, Barry. I've never seen a buffet quite like that one. How nice that all the original hardware was still attached. 💓
What gorgeous restoration/transformation! The wood grain is absolutely amazing! Barry, your work is always impeccable! Love that you give information about the pieces and the steps you take to refinish! Love your videos! This turned out gorgeous! Merry Christmas Barry and Happy New Year, be blessed! 😊❤
AMEN! to your "natural beauty" comment!!! I do see the occasional need for paint, but you can still add new veneers to pieces that have a finish that is just too far gone and dignify and accentuate the original design. I learn quite a bit from your videos, so THANK YOU!
This made my day. This is how pieces like that should be restored. I’ve seen so many people redoing pieces like or similar to that and I cringe at how they sand and scrape those pieces. You can tell it’s about profit and not about love. Another great job.
What an absolutely beautiful piece! I love that you didn’t repaint the interior drawers although I understand it was the original finish. The drawers now complement the rest of the piece.
This piece looks absolutely amazing. Great job Barry. I admit I prefer the wood itself to shine through with a light stain and painted wood makes me cringe and ask questions like why. I love the older pieces and their beauty and craftsmanship to create them. Thank you for sharing how to restore a credenza instead of throwing it away and buying something cheap that won't last nearly as long as this piece has. Have a wonderful day
The iron trick is amazing for raising wood grains. Wow! You would have loved my dad's house. He had all solid teak, midcentury modern furniture that he bought in the 1960's. It was quality stuff. I still wish I could have kept a lot of his pieces. As usual, your results are stunning. I found you on Facebook and submitted a requet for your friendship. I don't know if you're still receiving requests. If not, I understand. I still get to follow you here.
A very gorgeous end result and a sympathetic restoration. Great work as always Barry. I like to see the grain and the varying hues of the woods used in a piece. What's the point of wood if you're just going to cover it up hey? As always, thanks for the time you spend bringing us this content
People who leave negative comments deserve to be ignored! If you can't find something nice to say - don't say anything at all! Your work is always a labor of love and your skills have really grown! The fact that you've worked on this same design multiple times is intriguing - the model was popular at some time - and now you are giving then a new lease on life!
Hi Barry, Simply stunning ❤ I wrote my comment first like always. Then I proceed to read other viewer’s comments. Apparently, we all seemed to use the word stunning.😊 Thank you sunshine for another wonderful Mad City Modern video. ❤️🙏🇺🇸
You did a fantastic job on that MCM credenza! I'm Team Natural Wood Grain whenever possible. I practically break out in hives when I see people slathering paint on beautiful wood grain! I love what you did with this piece!! It's beautiful!!! Wishing you a wonderful holiday season from Virginia!!! 🎄🎄🎄
So sad loss of furniture manufacturing in the US with real wood, and thick wood veneer. Mass produced foreign furniture is lacking in quality and design, definitely not heirlooms
Buy the DREO Solaris 718 Space Heater: bit.ly/47AF1Ly
Enjoy a 21% exclusive discount on the DREO website with my code: madcity
Or buy it on Amazon: amzn.to/47DkRRc
I found this 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenza on Facebook Marketplace several years ago and have been using it in my home since; however, it shows obvious signs of normal wear and tear, requiring satisfying paint removal, intricate veneer repairs, and a bold new finish. Join me as I turn this restoration project into a one-of-a-kind vintage piece to be cherished for many years. Thank you for joining me. Barry
I have two Dreo floor fans. Love them! They are so quiet. Watching your show from Lake Geneva.
Twenty hours of work + untold hours videoing and editing the content for this project. What a gorgeous result for both! Thanks for sharing your craftsmanship. What a great piece for your home.
Another absolutely fantastic restoration, Barry! The wood grain on this piece is beautiful. When it cones to screw holes being stripped out, I use wood match sticks and wood glue in them, and put the screws in before the glue dries. It creates a really strong hold, and, since wood glue won't adhere to metal, the screws can be removed without issue. This one truly came out beautifully! The quality of the piece, along with the remarkable quality of your restoration prowess make a great combination, and the result speaks for itself.
That turned out absolutely gorgeous, Barry.
I've never seen a buffet quite like that one.
How nice that all the original hardware was still attached. 💓
It turned out so beautifully Barry. I, for one, appreciate the grain and the brass.
Beautiful Barry👌
So beautiful again.
Thank you so much 😊
What gorgeous restoration/transformation! The wood grain is absolutely amazing! Barry, your work is always impeccable! Love that you give information about the pieces and the steps you take to refinish! Love your videos! This turned out gorgeous! Merry Christmas Barry and Happy New Year, be blessed! 😊❤
AMEN! to your "natural beauty" comment!!! I do see the occasional need for paint, but you can still add new veneers to pieces that have a finish that is just too far gone and dignify and accentuate the original design. I learn quite a bit from your videos, so THANK YOU!
What an absolutely beautiful credenza. The finished product is gorgeous. Wow!! 🎉
A stunning result! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you! 😊
Gorgeous!
Thank you! 😊
aww barry... there's something really soothing about the credenza now... it's lovely.. xxc
Thank you 😊
@@MadCityModern ❤
Absolutely stunning job!
Absolutely stunning 😊
Absolutely breathtaking. Labor of love well worth it. Thanks for sharing your passion.
Absolutely stunning x Wales UK
Popped up - "Mad City Modern" has a new video! Made my day.
This made my day. This is how pieces like that should be restored. I’ve seen so many people redoing pieces like or similar to that and I cringe at how they sand and scrape those pieces. You can tell it’s about profit and not about love. Another great job.
Outstanding! I grew up with mid-century furniture. It’s beautiful. You’ve done a great job.
Beautiful restoration of this MCM piece.
That's turned out beautiful
What a beautiful piece of furniture, well worth the time you spent finishing it Barry.
Thank you, Barry, I enjoyed every minute!
2:32 those paint scrapes are so satisfying!
What a beautiful piece of furniture! I love the wood grain. You did a wonderful job!
Wow barry breath taking piece!!!! Amazing refurbishing
This credenza is a SHOW STOPPER! STUNNING!
20 hours was worth it! Gorgeous piece of art!
Another amazing transformation,
Beautiful! I love the look of wood and brass, which explains my love for mid-century modern 😊
Barry, as always, great job. Always look forward to your videos.
I acquired a piece just like this one a few years ago to refinish. It is stunning-beautiful job!
Beautiful!!
That's Beautiful!! ❤
Beautiful, as always, Barry 👏👏👏
Divino!
Great job and video.
absolutely beautiful ♥
Stunning piece Barry ❤
What an absolutely beautiful piece! I love that you didn’t repaint the interior drawers although I understand it was the original finish. The drawers now complement the rest of the piece.
This piece looks absolutely amazing. Great job Barry. I admit I prefer the wood itself to shine through with a light stain and painted wood makes me cringe and ask questions like why. I love the older pieces and their beauty and craftsmanship to create them. Thank you for sharing how to restore a credenza instead of throwing it away and buying something cheap that won't last nearly as long as this piece has. Have a wonderful day
Gorgeous! You treat these pieces with such love!!💕. I very much enjoy your work and your soothing commentary!!❤😊❤
The iron trick is amazing for raising wood grains. Wow! You would have loved my dad's house. He had all solid teak, midcentury modern furniture that he bought in the 1960's. It was quality stuff. I still wish I could have kept a lot of his pieces. As usual, your results are stunning. I found you on Facebook and submitted a requet for your friendship. I don't know if you're still receiving requests. If not, I understand. I still get to follow you here.
Stunning! ❤
So gorgeous!👍❤
I love ur videos I used to own retro shops and run then my self ans sell furniture all a long time ago hi from Ireland Europe
As always👍🏼🎄🌲❤️ thank you for sharing.
What a great work. I wish you a wonderful christmas and a happy new year.🎉🎉🎉
A very gorgeous end result and a sympathetic restoration. Great work as always Barry. I like to see the grain and the varying hues of the woods used in a piece. What's the point of wood if you're just going to cover it up hey? As always, thanks for the time you spend bringing us this content
People who leave negative comments deserve to be ignored! If you can't find something nice to say - don't say anything at all! Your work is always a labor of love and your skills have really grown! The fact that you've worked on this same design multiple times is intriguing - the model was popular at some time - and now you are giving then a new lease on life!
Walnut has to be one of the most beautiful wood species. It cleans up so well! What sandpaper grit levels did you use to get that soft finish?
Hi Barry, Simply stunning ❤ I wrote my comment first like always. Then I proceed to read other viewer’s comments. Apparently, we all seemed to use the word stunning.😊 Thank you sunshine for another wonderful Mad City Modern video. ❤️🙏🇺🇸
wow
You did a fantastic job on that MCM credenza! I'm Team Natural Wood Grain whenever possible. I practically break out in hives when I see people slathering paint on beautiful wood grain! I love what you did with this piece!! It's beautiful!!!
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season from Virginia!!! 🎄🎄🎄
I think it's beautiful. A purist might not like the difference, but I don't think it devalues the piece at all.
So sad loss of furniture manufacturing in the US with real wood, and thick wood veneer.
Mass produced foreign furniture is lacking in quality and design, definitely not heirlooms
I completely agree
Perfection once more❤
Barry, do you know the maker of the credensa? or did I not pay attention. I still have my mom's Kroehler hutch. I love it and MCM furniture. ❤
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Why do you use metal scrapers and not plastic ones when removing paint on wood?
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I like that you keep wood looking like wood. Thank you for not painting these beautiful pieces.
Outstanding work. Beautiful! Thank you for sharing.