Gotcha. This a compilation of 2 reruns. A Wendy Maruyama Postmodern on July 16, 2020, and a Victorian platform rocking chair on May 21, 2021. (I really had to hunt for these.) I've watched every video by Thomas Johnson since April 2011. And I don't mind seeing them again.
Nice work, Sherlock! My first thought on seeing this crop up in my feed was, “Some critter has had a go at that amazing Maruyama table AGAIN!”… Then I realised I’d seen this repair before, but couldn’t remember when.
This was really interesting - I love how despite this piece being like nothing I've seen on your channel before you weren't phased and instead took your usual methodical approach to repairing it to its original state. I hope you get postive feedback from the designer - something I doubt you often have the opportunity to receive!
In the original (4 years ago) he did hear back from the artist: "@wendymaruyama You did a fabulous job, Tom!!! Yes, SIR!!! Thank you for sharing the process!"
I continue to be astonished by your ability to not only do the physical repairs but to match the colours, stain, dye, etc. Also, I appreciate you demonstrating that sometimes you simply need to stop and do an honest evaluation of the repair. Knowing when to stop is an important skill, one I'm personally still working on.
Thanks! Yes, knowing when to stop... I often have to call someone into the shop and say where is the repair? If it takes them more than 30 seconds (or not at all), you're done!
Great repairs, Tom! The repair on the modern table was quite the feat and the color match incredible. On repair #2, beautiful of course & so nice to see video with your old buddy. Warms the heart. ❤
The juxtaposition of that art piece with the spindle bench behind it is mind blowing. Your willingness to tackle such disparate work is impressive, as are the end results. That was some gorgeous wood! Lovely results as always.
The patience that you have toward fixing a damaged piece teaches me much about the redoing of some critter's chewing. Greetings from the BIG SKY of Montana.
Thanks Roger! A lot of our time is protecting us from all the invasive animals out there! But this owner had an African parrot (actually 3 parrots) living in her home!
Every time I see your videos, they help me come up with solutions to my own furniture repair problems. I often run across old springs in auto-lift treadle sewing machine cabinets that have built up corrosion and dirt to the point where they bind up like those on the rocker. A good cleaning and lube usually helps, but sometimes the spring is exhausted or on the verge of breaking and can't be easily addressed. The guide blocks are a brilliant solution!
Thomas, you really are a Multifaceted Antique Furniture Restorer. Also, I didn't realize you were a Real Rocker as well. Thanks for the videos and continue to be abundantly blessed my friend. John here, photographing the back-roads of Northeastern Tennessee, y'all.
Thank's a pretty wild looking piece of furniture. Your repairs and restoration were as impeccable as usual. So much to learn and so little time. Lovely to see Ella in these videos.
I enjoy watching your great combination of art, engineering and technical skills. Your experience and patience bring these together in beautiful results. Thanks for reviewing these projects.
Another beautiful Saturday morning with coffee and Tom. The post modern table isn't my cup of tea, but another fine repair. Now the Victorian rocker, I would gladly display it in our home.
You really teach kindness and respect in all possible ways... Just like postmodern philosophy can be healed by _love_ for humankind and creation, You healed that "chewed-by-something-natural" table with all Your skills, _regardless_ of it's design origin, paid the artist Your respect and at no point lost a negative connotation concerning that particular piece of furniture. _My_ first reaction to the first table was a negative frown, _BUT_ while watching You work on that table, just giving it the treatment and repairs _it_ needed with Your well known dedication to the work of someone else, You _taught me otherwise_ and turned my feeling from rejection into curiosity and joy about the successfully restored leg - _regardless_ of the table's style. You never stop to astonish me, and _cure_ me without knowing. Thank You Mr. Johnson! Ripple effect...
@@johnsonrestoration I just combed through Wendy Maruyama's whole website, and yet another time I've learned something new and came to know an artist whose work and themes I actually like - not every single piece, but most of it. Time to open up (again) (and more) for me, so thank You so much, Mr. Johnson for the link!
I have saw this restoration some time ago...... I am a big fan of your work and your videos before and after the restorations....... Wishing you good health and I love the work that you do. Carol Usay....... :)
Wow! Always an adventure watching your videos. Seen this special table in many design books! It’s not out of your realm…you always impress me with your skill!😊❤
Very instructive, Tom... all those angles, this is where I would mess up. I particularly like the content involving reclamation using carpentry. Great stuff!
@13:07 you've got a good camera angle, a good creative comment, and a logical shot edit. Not bad cinematography for a wood butcher who obsesses over nits in clear finishes.
So smart to overlap three pieces. Gives great strength. But then you are Thomas Johnson … of Gorham, Maine! Always learn something from you! Thanks always for sharing.
I only realised yesterday that RUclips hasn't been showing me your videos lately so I came along to have a look and this is a really interesting video.
@johnsonrestoration Sorry, this comment was meant to be posted somewhere else. I am sure it made you shake your head. 😀Thanks for the reply. I have no furniture repair experience. It was interesting to see how you built the leg back up using three pieces of wood in a 'stair step' and the carving of the excess off.
Tom, That table was a victim. And like any doctor you didn't care about the patient's origin, ethnicity or anything else. You just fixed them up. Absolutely fantastic repair. As usual your "looks pretty good" is better than anybodies perfect.
I can't be the only one wondering what your brothers Greg thought? I enjoy when you reminisce about your father's shop. I'd enjoy a video where you talk more about his shop and what he taught you all. Any pictures would be enjoyable.
Hallo Thomas, das war gar nicht so einfach , aber wunderbar gelöst. Schön , deinen treuen und lieben Freund mal wieder zu sehen. Ich wünsche dir eine schöne neue Woche viele Grüße Christel 👍☺️
Danke, Christel! Ich freue mich wirklich, Ella wiederzusehen! Entschuldigen Sie die verspätete Antwort, wir waren damit beschäftigt, den Sommer zu genießen!
One thing I have learned watching all your videos. Do a small test each time before you undertake a large procedure. You do it regularly and it's a good reminder.
This was one of his first videos I watched. I loved how he took it in steps instead of just little blocks to create a glue lamination for strength. Such an interesting piece to try to repair not ruin the artists intentions.
Mistrz Thomas jak zwykle w doskonałej formie. Naprawa fotela perfekcyjna. Muszę się przyznać, przy pierwszym meblu pomyslałem, że to gwiezdny niszczyciel z sagi Lucasa :))
This comment (and the accompanying "like") are for the Victorian rocker; it looks pretty good. While I'm sure you did your usual great job on the post-modern piece, I couldn't bear to watch it. There is such a thing as objective beauty; and that's a counterexample, that table. Thanks for your wonderful teaching; I've learned much!
Excellent. Lots of fun. I wonder if it was on oil finish that was completely absorbed by the wood over time and never renewed. (Ha. Just hit send, and you pulled out the Watco... Good stuff.) I guess you could only get symmetric spring action if they were wound in opposite directions. The blocks were a great solution. The original design might have benefited by having a cup shape in the top rail matched by a part-round crown in the bottom. Looks pretty good, indeed!
Muito trabalhoso. Você conseguiu com TALENTO, HABILIDADE E MUITA PACIÊNCIA, devolver a beleza criativa do móvel. Não da para ver as emendas , de tão perfeitas. Parabéns.
"Don't worry, I've still got plenty of chances to screw up"....Never! From those of us would have used wood epoxy and sandpaper, thanks for showing us how it should be done Tom. Take care.
Here’s a restoration after my heart. I have an antique rocker that was very old when I was little in the 60s. I have always loved it. It was chewed on by a dog. It’s missing a chunk of runner. My father had stripped it of paint in the late 70s, so, I know the finish is wrong. I hope to have it restored someday.
Hello Mr Johnson I love your videos, your work is the best I’ve seen, thank you so much! I also love the animals on the videos, I miss Ella… I’d like to know, are the cats yours?
Hola, me gustaria saber como fueron tus principios en el oficio y como llegaste a saber tantas técnicas y tantos trucos. Veo que sabes de pintura, escultura, mecánica,etc. Y todo lo que haces te queda tan bien, y por eso me admira tu trabajo. Saludos y felicitaciones
¡Gracias Lourdes! Soy carpintero de tercera generación. Mi padre tenía un negocio de restauración y mis dos hermanos y yo estamos en el negocio. Empecé cuando tenía 13 años, hace 60 años. ¡Todo es cuestión de experiencia! Mi hija es carpintera y tiene su propio negocio en Oregón.
The rocking chair restoration was absolutely superb and very enjoyable to watch. As for the modern table, it is not to my taste so I skipped that part but each to his own - I guess some people like it.
Just went online to see what that "art" piece was worth, Insane. You could not have given me that thing. In any case, no one is seeing that repair unless you point it out and maybe not then. Beyond impressed by this fix, the devil is in the details.
Interesting that it was made out of Jelutong. When I took woodwork classes in Junior High back in 1975, the teacher provided Jelutong for all beginner-level projects. It it extremely easy to work with hand tools and to sand to a very smooth finish, with almost no discernable grain pattern. It's similar to Balsa wood in appearance, although not quite as white, and similar in hardness to the soft grain in Pine.
Very nice work! Any tips on cleaning gilted wood that's 250+ years old? Trying to restore a 1760 english longcase clock case. The column caps are gilted wood on the bonnet door. Thanks
Thanks! I don't! I have always stayed away from that. Try a dry soft brush. A weak solution of a gentle soap like pure castille soap should be fine too.
Hi again One of the most clever thoughts from the Vlog is too much time trying to "match" is forget get it and put the item on display . Great Vlog and know back to eating lobster
Thanks! Oh yeah, "knowing when to stop" Finally went to Luke's Lobster on Commercial St. - good! (not as much fun as from a food truck on a lobsterman's yard)
I don't see anyone guessing the animal. Haven't gotten to the end yet, but I'm guessing it was a rabbit. Good little bunny. I would chew that table too. I understand this is not the kinda thing Thomas Johnson fans are into, but hey, there's all kinds of tastes out there. I have quite the frankinchair waiting for me to restore right now. I'm sure someone will buy it.
Hello Mr. Johnson, have a 120 year old mahogany grandfather clock. The surface is in great condition but the finish looks like alligator skin. Is there a way to smooth out this finish? Thank you.
Hi Carol! I'm not sure you can do this at home, but I sand the finish as smooth as possible (without going through), recoat with shellac and sand again. Repeat process until the finish is smooth, the polish out the finish
@@johnsonrestoration Thank you. I think I have seen all your videos. You are one patient human being, and, precisely detailed. I love your conclusions: “LOOKS GOOD!”
I imagine the call with Wendy Maruyama started "I'm Tom Johnson of Thomas Johnson Furniture Restoration in Gorham Maine".. :)
🤣
It did! But she already knew of me because she has worked a bit with my brother Greg
Thanks!
The woodworking part is one thing but replicating the original color is an art all by itself 👍👍👍👍
Thanks! It is, and is at least half the job!
I enjoyed watching you repair a piece of furniture that was out of your normal.
Thanks! I liked it too
Gotcha. This a compilation of 2 reruns. A Wendy Maruyama Postmodern on July 16, 2020, and a Victorian platform rocking chair on May 21, 2021. (I really had to hunt for these.) I've watched every video by Thomas Johnson since April 2011. And I don't mind seeing them again.
I would watch if he just talked to us as he cleaned his shop. I like him. 😁
Nice work, Sherlock! My first thought on seeing this crop up in my feed was, “Some critter has had a go at that amazing Maruyama table AGAIN!”… Then I realised I’d seen this repair before, but couldn’t remember when.
The confidence of a surgeon! I would have been a nervous wreck.
@@queenbee3647 Hahaha .... well said!
Thank you Eric! You really have watched them all! There are about 300 videos. I really appreciate it!
I love that the original artist helped you repair her work on the first piece.
Me too! Couldn't have done it without her!
This was really interesting - I love how despite this piece being like nothing I've seen on your channel before you weren't phased and instead took your usual methodical approach to repairing it to its original state. I hope you get postive feedback from the designer - something I doubt you often have the opportunity to receive!
In the original (4 years ago) he did hear back from the artist: "@wendymaruyama
You did a fabulous job, Tom!!! Yes, SIR!!! Thank you for sharing the process!"
Thanks! Wendy Maruyama was very helpful, and sent me the wood from which she made the leg! And helped with the paint as well
Thank you! Yes, Wendy was very helpful
Incredible repair! The table is not to my taste, but I'm glad you repaired it so beautifully.
Thanks! Me too! Wendy Marayuma approved - that was so important
The problem solving on the Marayuma table was fascinating. What an interesting piece❤
I continue to be astonished by your ability to not only do the physical repairs but to match the colours, stain, dye, etc. Also, I appreciate you demonstrating that sometimes you simply need to stop and do an honest evaluation of the repair. Knowing when to stop is an important skill, one I'm personally still working on.
Thanks! Yes, knowing when to stop... I often have to call someone into the shop and say where is the repair? If it takes them more than 30 seconds (or not at all), you're done!
Great repairs, Tom! The repair on the modern table was quite the feat and the color match incredible. On repair #2, beautiful of course & so nice to see video with your old buddy. Warms the heart. ❤
Thanks Cat! I lucked out on the paint - it helped when Wendy told me what she had used!
Thomas: a master of his craft, and an inspiration to those who aspire to emulate his skills. Bravissimo! ❤
Thank you Federico!
The juxtaposition of that art piece with the spindle bench behind it is mind blowing. Your willingness to tackle such disparate work is impressive, as are the end results. That was some gorgeous wood! Lovely results as always.
Thank you Paula! I appreciate it!
"But don't worry, I still have plenty of chances to screw up." 😂😂😂
Always! Thanks Lane! I'm enjoying all the interaction
The patience that you have toward fixing a damaged piece teaches me much about the redoing of some critter's chewing. Greetings from the BIG SKY of Montana.
Thanks Roger! A lot of our time is protecting us from all the invasive animals out there! But this owner had an African parrot (actually 3 parrots) living in her home!
Very interesting table! Very unusual! And again a very excellent job!
Thank you very much!
I've got to give you credit. You put the same care into everything you repair, antique or otherwise.
Thank you! I always have
Every time I see your videos, they help me come up with solutions to my own furniture repair problems.
I often run across old springs in auto-lift treadle sewing machine cabinets that have built up corrosion and dirt to the point where they bind up like those on the rocker. A good cleaning and lube usually helps, but sometimes the spring is exhausted or on the verge of breaking and can't be easily addressed. The guide blocks are a brilliant solution!
Thanks! Yes, I thought so too! It's amazing how many things just need a good cleaning to work correctly
You are a master of shaping and blending work together. I don’t think anyone else could have done such a great job.
Thanks! If you're making knives and fishing rods I bet you're better than me!
Thomas, you really are a Multifaceted Antique Furniture Restorer. Also, I didn't realize you were a Real Rocker as well. Thanks for the videos and continue to be abundantly blessed my friend. John here, photographing the back-roads of Northeastern Tennessee, y'all.
Thanks John! We are indeed "blessed"! I trust you are too!
Although I’d seen the full videos of these 2 pieces before it’s always interesting to look back. Thanks.
Yes! Everyone seems to enjoy them!
I'm not a big fan of the first table but hats off to you Tom for your research and incredible skill in restoring it, well done!!!
Thanks Andy! I appreciate it!
One of the strangest repairs you’ve done thanks
It certainly is! Thanks!
Thank's a pretty wild looking piece of furniture. Your repairs and restoration were as impeccable as usual. So much to learn and so little time. Lovely to see Ella in these videos.
Thank you! So true! And yes, I love seeing Ella...
I enjoy watching your great combination of art, engineering and technical skills. Your experience and patience bring these together in beautiful results. Thanks for reviewing these projects.
You are very welcome!
Another beautiful Saturday morning with coffee and Tom. The post modern table isn't my cup of tea, but another fine repair. Now the Victorian rocker, I would gladly display it in our home.
Thanks Alan! Maybe it can be your cup of coffee?
You really teach kindness and respect in all possible ways... Just like postmodern philosophy can be healed by _love_ for humankind and creation, You healed that "chewed-by-something-natural" table with all Your skills, _regardless_ of it's design origin, paid the artist Your respect and at no point lost a negative connotation concerning that particular piece of furniture. _My_ first reaction to the first table was a negative frown, _BUT_ while watching You work on that table, just giving it the treatment and repairs _it_ needed with Your well known dedication to the work of someone else, You _taught me otherwise_ and turned my feeling from rejection into curiosity and joy about the successfully restored leg - _regardless_ of the table's style. You never stop to astonish me, and _cure_ me without knowing. Thank You Mr. Johnson!
Ripple effect...
Thank you Chandra! Your kind words mean a lot to me. The artist, Wendy Maruyama: wendymaruyama.com/home.html
@@johnsonrestoration I just combed through Wendy Maruyama's whole website, and yet another time I've learned something new and came to know an artist whose work and themes I actually like - not every single piece, but most of it. Time to open up (again) (and more) for me, so thank You so much, Mr. Johnson for the link!
I have saw this restoration some time ago...... I am a big fan of your work and your videos before and after the restorations....... Wishing you good health and I love the work that you do. Carol Usay....... :)
Thank you Carol!
Amazing! All those angles!!! All that colour!!!
Thanks Lesley! Yes! It's amazing it worked out...
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Remarkable skill restoring a useless but pleasing to someone's Frankentable.
I was looking for a phrase that wasn't negative. 😅
Thank you! It certainly is! I am encouraging people to look up "Wendy Marayuma" to learn and gain some appreciation of her work
Thanks! These pieces, like all art, needs to be seen in context. Look up "Wendy Marayuma" wendymaruyama.com/home.html
wendymaruyama.com/home.html
Tom, I think you did a nice, honest, restoration. It looks great.
Thanks Randall!
Wow! Always an adventure watching your videos. Seen this special table in many design books! It’s not out of your realm…you always impress me with your skill!😊❤
Thank you! I am so glad someone appreciates Wendy Maruyama's work
You are a man of many talents. Fantastic job! Thanks for sharing your thought process as you repaired the damage.
You are so welcome Lissa!
Very instructive, Tom... all those angles, this is where I would mess up. I particularly like the content involving reclamation using carpentry. Great stuff!
Thanks! Yes, the angles are difficult!
Thanks for posting Tom
You're so welcome! Thanks for watching!
@13:07 you've got a good camera angle, a good creative comment, and a logical shot edit. Not bad cinematography for a wood butcher who obsesses over nits in clear finishes.
Thanks Terry! Yes, not bad at all!
So smart to overlap three pieces. Gives great strength. But then you are Thomas Johnson … of Gorham, Maine! Always learn something from you! Thanks always for sharing.
Thank you! That's very nice...
I don't blame the animal. They saw that thing and though, "mother of God, let me try to improve it."
Hahahaha 😂
🤣 that's a good one!
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
I think the parrot loved it!
"They saw that thing and though, "mother of God, let me try to REMOVE IT".
Art restoration!!, way to go Tom.
Thanks! I loved it!
Great job ! Loved seeing you give the same analysis and insight to an unusual project!
Thanks Angelina! I loved this project!
Unusual, beautiful table. Mr. Johnson can restore ALL types of furniture! Well done! 👍👏❤
Yes! If it's broken... Thanks
I only realised yesterday that RUclips hasn't been showing me your videos lately so I came along to have a look and this is a really interesting video.
Thanks! Yes, I don't understand the whole notification thing
Nice fix Thom, great that artist was happy to help you out😁😁😁😁😁😁😁
Thanks Carol! It sure was, she was very gracious
Hello Mr. Thomas, long time no see, I thought I lost your videos, your work is out of this world, and great..
Thanks! I'm still kickin'! New video soon...
Nice work Tom.
Thanks Tom!👍
The color match looks great.
Thanks Linda! I lucked out with this one!
Very nice restoration. ❤
Thanks Maddie!
You’re a master craft man @ the highest level. Excellent work!
Thank you! I appreciate it!
You sir are every bit the artist that Wendy is! Bravo!
Thank you! Not really - but I'll take the compliment!
Sweet solution for a safe way to ventilate your space when you spray! Great improvisation!
Thanks Noreen! It seems to do the job
@johnsonrestoration Sorry, this comment was meant to be posted somewhere else. I am sure it made you shake your head. 😀Thanks for the reply. I have no furniture repair experience. It was interesting to see how you built the leg back up using three pieces of wood in a 'stair step' and the carving of the excess off.
Tom,
That table was a victim. And like any doctor you didn't care about the patient's origin, ethnicity or anything else. You just fixed them up. Absolutely fantastic repair. As usual your "looks pretty good" is better than anybodies perfect.
Thanks! Yes, that is true!
Good to rewatch these.
Thanks! I enjoy seeing them again too!
I can't be the only one wondering what your brothers Greg thought?
I enjoy when you reminisce about your father's shop. I'd enjoy a video where you talk more about his shop and what he taught you all. Any pictures would be enjoyable.
Thanks! I'd like to be able to put something together...
Remarkable work, Tom. Hello, dear, sweet Ella . . . . 💔
Thanks Molly! I miss her every day!
great job Tom!
Thanks Tim!
Hallo Thomas, das war gar nicht so einfach , aber wunderbar gelöst. Schön , deinen treuen und lieben Freund mal wieder zu sehen.
Ich wünsche dir eine schöne neue Woche viele Grüße Christel 👍☺️
Danke, Christel! Ich freue mich wirklich, Ella wiederzusehen! Entschuldigen Sie die verspätete Antwort, wir waren damit beschäftigt, den Sommer zu genießen!
@@johnsonrestoration 👍🍀👍
One thing I have learned watching all your videos. Do a small test each time before you undertake a large procedure. You do it regularly and it's a good reminder.
Thanks! It's also good when you don't want to screw up on camera!
Awesome job!
Thank you Donna!
Amazing repair technique and awesome detail work. 👍🏻
Thank you!
A great repair on a very different piece
That's for sure! Thanks!
Drop everything Thomas is on 😊
Thanks!
And it’s only early evening! Yippee! I remember this one. So interesting.
This was one of his first videos I watched. I loved how he took it in steps instead of just little blocks to create a glue lamination for strength. Such an interesting piece to try to repair not ruin the artists intentions.
@@totallynottrademarked5279 i'm trying to figure out what the artist's intentions were. My thoughts are getting darker and darker.😅
Thank you Alison!
Thanks!
Me too! Thanks!
Mistrz Thomas jak zwykle w doskonałej formie. Naprawa fotela perfekcyjna. Muszę się przyznać, przy pierwszym meblu pomyslałem, że to gwiezdny niszczyciel z sagi Lucasa :))
Dziękuję! Tak, to ciekawy utwór! Zacząłem go lubić
This comment (and the accompanying "like") are for the Victorian rocker; it looks pretty good. While I'm sure you did your usual great job on the post-modern piece, I couldn't bear to watch it. There is such a thing as objective beauty; and that's a counterexample, that table. Thanks for your wonderful teaching; I've learned much!
Thank you! Maybe that is the point of the piece!
Totally incredible.
Thank you!
The repair on that modern table certainly looks pretty good, not sure about the piece itself. But, to each their own.
Thanks! That piece needs to be seen in person, especially in it's home. wendymaruyama.com/home.html
Excellent. Lots of fun. I wonder if it was on oil finish that was completely absorbed by the wood over time and never renewed. (Ha. Just hit send, and you pulled out the Watco... Good stuff.) I guess you could only get symmetric spring action if they were wound in opposite directions. The blocks were a great solution. The original design might have benefited by having a cup shape in the top rail matched by a part-round crown in the bottom. Looks pretty good, indeed!
Thanks Gene! Yes, I couldn't believe the springs were not opposed
Hey Tom
Fantastic job on both pieces, really like the rocker.
Take care of Yourself 😊
Thanks Tim!
I don't think that rocker ever looked this good.
Thanks David! I think you're right!
Muito trabalhoso. Você conseguiu com TALENTO, HABILIDADE E MUITA PACIÊNCIA, devolver a beleza criativa do móvel. Não da para ver as emendas , de tão perfeitas. Parabéns.
Obrigada, Célia!
Very interesting, great work!
Thanks!
"Don't worry, I've still got plenty of chances to screw up"....Never! From those of us would have used wood epoxy and sandpaper, thanks for showing us how it should be done Tom. Take care.
Thanks James!
From the famous Beetlejuice collection 😂
100%! I thought the same thing- “looks like a piece from the original Beetlejuice movie”. 😂
Man! I've got to watch that movie!
Thanks! I need to see that
great piece! I loved this style when I was in university!
It's a style?
Yes! Thanks! I never got tired of looking at it
Very much so! Post-Modern, it is also sometimes called "studio" furniture wendymaruyama.com/home.html
Here’s a restoration after my heart. I have an antique rocker that was very old when I was little in the 60s. I have always loved it. It was chewed on by a dog. It’s missing a chunk of runner. My father had stripped it of paint in the late 70s, so, I know the finish is wrong. I hope to have it restored someday.
Thanks Jamie! I hope you do!
Love your dixie cups Tom!
Thanks! What would we do without them!
Just joined this channel. Really like the beat of it.
Thanks! Welcome! These are our "summer repeats", new content soon
nice job !!!!!!
Thanks!
Hello Mr Johnson I love your videos, your work is the best I’ve seen, thank you so much! I also love the animals on the videos, I miss Ella… I’d like to know, are the cats yours?
Thank you Vilma! Yes, those are our barn cats, Veronica and Orion
Hola, me gustaria saber como fueron tus principios en el oficio y como llegaste a saber tantas técnicas y tantos trucos. Veo que sabes de pintura, escultura, mecánica,etc. Y todo lo que haces te queda tan bien, y por eso me admira tu trabajo. Saludos y felicitaciones
¡Gracias Lourdes! Soy carpintero de tercera generación. Mi padre tenía un negocio de restauración y mis dos hermanos y yo estamos en el negocio. Empecé cuando tenía 13 años, hace 60 años. ¡Todo es cuestión de experiencia! Mi hija es carpintera y tiene su propio negocio en Oregón.
Great work Tom. have a nice day !!!. Brian UK !!!.😀😀🏁🏁.
Thanks Brian! You too!
That builder was smoking the good stuff.
Oh yeah! Thanks!
Thanks for sharing your technique 👍
You're so welcome!
Love the rocker!
Me too! Thanks!
The fact that the artist picked,and trusted you says a lot. I’m sure you are qualified to repair anything.jim k.
Thanks Jim! Yes, Wendy's support meant a lot to me wendymaruyama.com/home.html
The rocking chair restoration was absolutely superb and very enjoyable to watch. As for the modern table, it is not to my taste so I skipped that part but each to his own - I guess some people like it.
I did.
Dont care for the table, but the repair? Awesome. And I always have time for Thom. 😁
Thanks! You should watch it - a nice repair wendymaruyama.com/home.html
I sure did! Thanks! wendymaruyama.com/home.html
Thanks Queenbee! wendymaruyama.com/home.html
Now that is one impressive iron clamp!
Oh yeah! Thanks
Just went online to see what that "art" piece was worth, Insane. You could not have given me that thing. In any case, no one is seeing that repair unless you point it out and maybe not then. Beyond impressed by this fix, the devil is in the details.
Thanks Ken! It's a good thing you're not her target audience! You need to see these pieces in the proper setting, which is not my shop!
That looks really good. I didnt know someone can be authouried to work on furniture.
Thanks Lauren! These are valuable and the repairs should always be in consultation with the maker if possible
As usual, it's an excellent repair. However, I have to say that piece of furniture is rather...unsettling... Regards from Canada 🇨🇦
Thanks! Maybe that's point? wendymaruyama.com/home.html
Wow. Great effort on a very..........interesting?? piece of furniture. I obviously have no vision for creativity.
Thanks! Yes, you have to learn about it and the artist to fully appreciate it wendymaruyama.com/home.html
Amazing
Thanks Susan!
Interesting that it was made out of Jelutong. When I took woodwork classes in Junior High back in 1975, the teacher provided Jelutong for all beginner-level projects. It it extremely easy to work with hand tools and to sand to a very smooth finish, with almost no discernable grain pattern. It's similar to Balsa wood in appearance, although not quite as white, and similar in hardness to the soft grain in Pine.
Thanks! Yes, that was my first experience with it. Very nice wood, so finely grained
good stuff, thxs for sharing...
You're welcome Tom!
Very nice work! Any tips on cleaning gilted wood that's 250+ years old? Trying to restore a 1760 english longcase clock case. The column caps are gilted wood on the bonnet door. Thanks
Thanks! I don't! I have always stayed away from that. Try a dry soft brush. A weak solution of a gentle soap like pure castille soap should be fine too.
I'd have to agree with you, it does look pretty good :)
Thanks!
Hi again
One of the most clever thoughts from the Vlog is too much time trying to "match" is forget get it and put the item on display . Great Vlog and know back to eating lobster
Thanks! Oh yeah, "knowing when to stop" Finally went to Luke's Lobster on Commercial St. - good! (not as much fun as from a food truck on a lobsterman's yard)
Beetlejuice! That’s what this table reminds me of. 😂
Thanks! A lot of people say that! I need to watch that movie
Another two most professional jobs; thank you Tom!
Incidentally, and I apologise, but that table was horrible to look at.
Regards.
Thanks! Yes, in my shop! It needs to be seen in context
I don't see anyone guessing the animal. Haven't gotten to the end yet, but I'm guessing it was a rabbit. Good little bunny. I would chew that table too. I understand this is not the kinda thing Thomas Johnson fans are into, but hey, there's all kinds of tastes out there. I have quite the frankinchair waiting for me to restore right now. I'm sure someone will buy it.
Im voting for a herd of guinea pigs.
@@queenbee3647 hahaha could be!
Thanks Donna! It was a parrot!
Good guess, but it was a parrot!
@@johnsonrestoration Holly cow! I never would have guessed a bird! Thanks for sharing. Great job on the piece by the way.
The table Looks like a Child’s school project you hide out the way in the garage….. 😂😂😂
Thanks! "My kid could make that"! Oh boy
Hello Mr. Johnson, have a 120 year old mahogany grandfather clock. The surface is in great condition but the finish looks like alligator skin. Is there a way to smooth out this finish? Thank you.
Hi Carol! I'm not sure you can do this at home, but I sand the finish as smooth as possible (without going through), recoat with shellac and sand again. Repeat process until the finish is smooth, the polish out the finish
@@johnsonrestoration Thank you. I think I have seen all your videos. You are one patient human being, and, precisely detailed. I love your conclusions: “LOOKS GOOD!”