I am a retired Architect Interior Designer and from your knowledge of repair and various furniture period constructions I assume you may be European. In Canada and the US most of our very best craftsmen are like you and the best ones i have known and used all have a European background and training, In my long experience they are very knowledgeable about their craft and most often grew up learning it from other family members Its not just in your trade its in most of the building trades also like brick laying etc etc.. I love watching your craftsmanship and the patient way you work.. At 85 now i have worked with and known many like yourself and can appreciate your talent and craftsmanship. BRAVO....will continue watching your interesting and educational videos..
Yes, his knowledge and craftsmanship is amazing plus he has a good sense of humor! He is in Estonia, at least that is what I have gathered from watching his other videos.
This was perfect as a vanity desk for me. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxMAlHv7-BBWMrPRm5-uEoD6rtdT7SG2Qr Especially the glossy finish. Easy to cleanI was looking for something that wasn't the traditional white and with more of a modern feel. This fit the bill beautifully. I put it together with no problems, by myself in under an hour.Make sure you double check where you place the drawer tracks before screwing down. I had one track that needed to be aligned with different holes than the rest.
Always a pleasure to see how old things are valued and experienced a "rebirth". There is a master at work, with equipment better than any hardware store 😁
I'd describe your job as 'constantly provocing to give up without a single chance to'. Actually have no special interest in restoration, but love to see this one man vs one freacking piece of wood torture show. Somehow the man wins and it's mindblowing, such a power of will, oh my😵
I think you should rename your enterprise 'Lazarus Restorations' - you've certainly brought that table back to life. Amazing work and proof that one can never have too many clamps. Bravo.
I don't even restore furniture yet I found myself binge watching your videos. It's always enjoyable for me to watch a master at his craft. Such an incredible job you do on each piece.
Another Binge watcher and amateur, former refinisher. Just love this stuff especially rescuing items and returning them to original purpose. This is God's work for furniture.
Now I understand why professional antique and vintage restoration can be expensive.......and worth EVERY penny! Your attention to detail is fantastic....a true artist at work.
Your channel is very educational. I really enjoy every video and learn from them all. As a child I watched my father woodworking and it fascinated me. I wanted to do this! Unfortunately, he passed away when I was 13. Maybe I would have been able to learn from him. I'm older now and I wish I didn't let my circumstance derail me!
At first glance, it didn’t seem worth the time and effort, but you made that into a show piece. You always seem to see possibilities where I see none. Beautiful!
It’s so helpful that you explain why you choose the stain you do. As someone who only does sporadic projects it’s hard to gain personal experience with all the different products out there. Stain, varnish, gel stains etc. The choices can become a research project in itself. I appreciate all the learning I’ve found on this channel. Thank you!
I agree with others that you did a very great job restoring this piece. I am very pleased that you were able to give it 2 leaves to give the new owners versatility!
Прекрасно! Мало мастеров которые восстанавливают вещь в первоначальном виде авторской задумки, открывая природную красоту материала. В основном наблюдала шпаклёвку и замазывание краской поверхностей. И вещь превращалась в Квазимодо! Браво, Мастер!
Brilliant workmanship. You seem to always get the colour mixing spot on which itself is an art plus the fact that the wrong colour stain could spoil the piece. Keep the videos coming.
When I saw the headline I said this I have to say it is so satisfying and interesting to watch somebody create and restore things that badly need to be fixed my hats off to you loved every minute of it😊👍
Gorgeous!!! I liked the stain you put on much better than the original color! I agree with another viewer that your clamps are also a work of art like your restorations!! Super impressive!
You do absolutely beautiful work. I use to love playing around with trying to restore older furniture. But nothing like you do. I could watch these videos all day. Thank you for making old things look beautiful again.
Great job, again. It's so satisfying to watch you restore furniture. You have 'hooked' me. I've subscribed. Have a great Saturday. Thanks for the entertainment and instructional education.
You never cease to dazzle me with your artistry and skill. I also appreciate your informative text as the project evolves and I love that you don’t just jabber!
I have exactly this type of dining table, in a slightly better (but not by much) condition. What a great resource, definitely using this as a reference!
This reminds of the time a woman brought a badly deteriorated oak Victorian coffee table that she had found in her grandfather's barn to my uncle's shop for him to "restore". He rebuilt it from some oak from my grandfather's barn. It was an exact replica and the lady never knew the difference. My uncle was ever bit as good as Norm Abram only he used hand tools.
I was surprised you didn't put side pieces on the leaves, like my parents' dining room table has, which makes it look like a full size table when extended, but maybe the people who use this table will only extend it on special occasions.
Ах, какой столик - классный, практичный, компактный, раздвижной, на все случаи жизни и такой красавчик! Как новенький! Многое мастер убрал, заменил, подправил, покрасил, отлакировал, отшлифовал и - "получите, распишитесь! " Волшебник, кудесник, всё как в сказке! Спасибо за видео, очень интересно видеть весь процесс - "от" и "до"! 👍👍👍👍👍💯💖💥
I certainly hope you got the "friends & family" discount when buying all those clamps!! 😳🤣 Every project you do is always done with such care. They look *simply beautiful* when finished. 👏👏
Absolutely stunning result 🤩. I would usually skip to the end but my cat was really enjoying it. Can't believe how much effort and patience was put in 😊
"In other news, markets worldwide report a massive shortage of Bessey edge clamps, following a routine purchase by AT Restorations..." ;) I really enjoy this and your other videos - thanks so much.
Turned out beautiful, as I expected it would. I have to call you the master of clampster! Seems there are never enough clamps but you have more and so many types than I've seen before!
The leaves and dominos don’t impress me. The voids make me shake my head and leaving out the underside part of leaves is annoying. I know they “stack better” but many did come with the underskirt as part of leaves. Mine did.
These tables are the kind I grew up around. So seeing this restored really made my heart happy. This is the kind of table I’ve wanted the last 20 years and could never find. Fabulous restoration! 💜
Väga äge tulemus, arusaadav ja ülevaatlik video! Restaureeriimistöö tellijatele peab näitama seda videot - nendele, kellel tekitab küsimusi hind - töötundide hulk on suur. Ja seda kogemustega meistril, kes vigu ei tee ega pea katsetama. Jõudu Ahti, uueks 2021. aastaks!
Selle lauaga läks kaua jah aga see ei olnud üllatus. Vigu teen siiani kuna kõik asjad on pidevalt erinevad, nii mööbel kui materjalid. Eriti mis puudutab viimistlemist. Kõike ei jõua kahjuks videosse panna, sest siis läheks video liialt pikaks. Aitäh heade soovide eest!
I would like for RUclips to make is MANDATORY for people who "dislike" a videos requires them to post a comment as to why? That way a creator could do better, if practical. Then people who watch the video can thumbs up or thumbs down the "dislike" critique as well.
I am a retired Architect Interior Designer and from your knowledge of repair and various furniture period constructions I assume you may be European. In Canada and the US most of our very best craftsmen are like you and the best ones i have known and used all have a European background and training, In my long experience they are very knowledgeable about their craft and most often grew up learning it from other family members Its not just in your trade its in most of the building trades also like brick laying etc etc.. I love watching your craftsmanship and the patient way you work.. At 85 now i have worked with and known many like yourself and can appreciate your talent and craftsmanship. BRAVO....will continue watching your interesting and educational videos..
Yes, his knowledge and craftsmanship is amazing plus he has a good sense of humor! He is in Estonia, at least that is what I have gathered from watching his other videos.
This was perfect as a vanity desk for me. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxMAlHv7-BBWMrPRm5-uEoD6rtdT7SG2Qr Especially the glossy finish. Easy to cleanI was looking for something that wasn't the traditional white and with more of a modern feel. This fit the bill beautifully. I put it together with no problems, by myself in under an hour.Make sure you double check where you place the drawer tracks before screwing down. I had one track that needed to be aligned with different holes than the rest.
Always a pleasure to see how old things are valued and experienced a "rebirth".
There is a master at work, with equipment better than any hardware store 😁
This table looks excellent with the new leaves installed. I love your videos.
Из хлама в роскошную вещь! Волшебство мастера! Браво!!!
that was amazing restoration , I never knew that there so much work into one table , but the outcome is fantastic
I'd describe your job as 'constantly provocing to give up without a single chance to'. Actually have no special interest in restoration, but love to see this one man vs one freacking piece of wood torture show. Somehow the man wins and it's mindblowing, such a power of will, oh my😵
You did amazing work, the table is absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for sharing with us, I learned so much.
I think you should rename your enterprise 'Lazarus Restorations' - you've certainly brought that table back to life. Amazing work and proof that one can never have too many clamps. Bravo.
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I agree! "Lazarus Restorations"
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I wish you could restore my old wood furniture🙃❤️
Or, apparently, too many scraps of protective wood!
Отличная работа!!! Где и в каких запасах остался ещё Eskaro!!
You are so skilled, talented and professional. You must have started at a very young age because you don't look that old for a Master Carpenter!
Thanks! I started when I was 20. This was 25 years ago.
You, sir, are an artist! I am amazed at how talented you are.
I don't even restore furniture yet I found myself binge watching your videos. It's always enjoyable for me to watch a master at his craft. Such an incredible job you do on each piece.
Same here!
Same here, but I confess I watch other furniture restorers too. This is one of my favorites though
Another Binge watcher and amateur, former refinisher. Just love this stuff especially rescuing items and returning them to original purpose. This is God's work for furniture.
Once again, you show how talent and knowledge plus hard work, shows how you create beauty, from the near derelict, thank you Sir, Grandpa Pete 👍👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
I love how meticulous and detail-oriented you are. Brilliant restoration!
Браво! Замечательная работа! 👏👏👏
Now I understand why professional antique and vintage restoration can be expensive.......and worth EVERY penny! Your attention to detail is fantastic....a true artist at work.
you make great restorations, the best I've seen anyone make and you're also very handsome
Your shop is so clean and tidy! Love it!
Hope we choose to go this route more often. There's no need to throw out perfectly good bones, it's so wasteful. Thank you for sharing your work!
Your channel is very educational. I really enjoy every video and learn from them all. As a child I watched my father woodworking and it fascinated me. I wanted to do this! Unfortunately, he passed away when I was 13. Maybe I would have been able to learn from him. I'm older now and I wish I didn't let my circumstance derail me!
There is something relaxing and compeling watching you bring objects back to their beauty! Keep up the good work.
I've been woodworking for 40 years and I learn something from every one of your videos. Thank you!!
Wow, thanks!
At first glance, it didn’t seem worth the time and effort, but you made that into a show piece. You always seem to see possibilities where I see none. Beautiful!
Wish I could send my dad's secretary desk to you to fix!
Amazing difference
It’s so helpful that you explain why you choose the stain you do. As someone who only does sporadic projects it’s hard to gain personal experience with all the different products out there. Stain, varnish, gel stains etc. The choices can become a research project in itself. I appreciate all the learning I’ve found on this channel. Thank you!
Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration is another good channel to learn from if you're interested.
Серединка у таких столов раскладная была (обе части крепились друг к другу) и пряталась в сам стол.
У вас золотые руки!
Вот и мне сдается, что никакой это не американец.
I agree with others that you did a very great job restoring this piece.
I am very pleased that you were able to give it 2 leaves to give the new owners versatility!
Просим Вас делать БОЛЬШЕ именно таких вещей, СОВЕТСКИХ, которые есть у каждого и которых валом на авито.
Прекрасно!
Мало мастеров которые восстанавливают вещь в первоначальном виде авторской задумки, открывая природную красоту материала. В основном наблюдала шпаклёвку и замазывание краской поверхностей. И вещь превращалась в Квазимодо! Браво, Мастер!
Thanks!
Thank you
I have a table to restore but my problem is that I don't have the tools. Awesome work.
Me at start of video: "Why restore such a cheap crappy table",
Me at end of video: "Now that's a really nice table" :)
Thanks! Some pieces are more valued than others.
I had similar thoughts to you, both at the beginning and the end. Although for me, sometimes the restauration job itself is the real value. :)
Amazing restoration, looks beautiful ;)!
Brilliant workmanship. You seem to always get the colour mixing spot on which itself is an art plus the fact that the wrong colour stain could spoil the piece. Keep the videos coming.
Sometimes choosing the colour is the hardest part, because of the different lighting and different materials.
Отлично! У родственников жены на даче был такой стол. Какой породой шпонируете?
Спасибо! Это березовый шпон
When I saw the headline I said this I have to say it is so satisfying and interesting to watch somebody create and restore things that badly need to be fixed my hats off to you loved every minute of it😊👍
Wow, thank you!
I am the 2 percent of the population that enjoys watching this type of video because it is relaxing
So this is my table! How did he get to you !? Amazing!
Так это ж мой стол! Как он к вам попал!?
Изумительно!!!
А я такой, чуть в хуже состоянии продала в музей мелкопоместных дворян
Gorgeous!!! I liked the stain you put on much better than the original color! I agree with another viewer that your clamps are also a work of art like your restorations!! Super impressive!
I never would have thought it would look that good! I’m so impressed!!!!!
Beautifully done.
You do absolutely beautiful work. I use to love playing around with trying to restore older furniture. But nothing like you do. I could watch these videos all day. Thank you for making old things look beautiful again.
It looks absolutely great!
Отлично!У бабушки был почти такой же стол,правда,светлый-березовый наверное и под прозрачным лаком.Теперь им уже праправнуки пользуются...
Great job, again. It's so satisfying to watch you restore furniture. You have 'hooked' me.
I've subscribed. Have a great Saturday. Thanks for the entertainment and instructional education.
You never cease to dazzle me with your artistry and skill. I also appreciate your informative text as the project evolves and I love that you don’t just jabber!
I have exactly this type of dining table, in a slightly better (but not by much) condition. What a great resource, definitely using this as a reference!
This reminds of the time a woman brought a badly deteriorated oak Victorian coffee table that she had found in her grandfather's barn to my uncle's shop for him to "restore". He rebuilt it from some oak from my grandfather's barn. It was an exact replica and the lady never knew the difference. My uncle was ever bit as good as Norm Abram only he used hand tools.
I was surprised you didn't put side pieces on the leaves, like my parents' dining room table has, which makes it look like a full size table when extended, but maybe the people who use this table will only extend it on special occasions.
Ах, какой столик - классный, практичный, компактный, раздвижной, на все случаи жизни и такой красавчик! Как новенький! Многое мастер убрал, заменил, подправил, покрасил, отлакировал, отшлифовал и - "получите, распишитесь! " Волшебник, кудесник, всё как в сказке! Спасибо за видео, очень интересно видеть весь процесс - "от" и "до"! 👍👍👍👍👍💯💖💥
A very handsome table. Most of the time, there's just me, but occasionally I need to seat 8. Just perfect.
The veneer work is impressive. I am slowly becoming a convert.
Спасибо! В ваших работах столько уважения к мастерам из прошлого! ❤️
Honest question: Will the veneer need to be replaced again in 70 years? Is glue so much better now?
I certainly hope you got the "friends & family" discount when buying all those clamps!! 😳🤣
Every project you do is always done with such care. They look *simply beautiful* when finished. 👏👏
Absolutely stunning result 🤩. I would usually skip to the end but my cat was really enjoying it. Can't believe how much effort and patience was put in 😊
Great job, wish I had the skills
Your work is precise and beautiful! I love it!
We are such a throw away society, nice to see a restoration, costly I am sure!
Oh well done you! You literally made a silk purse our of a sow’s ear. Fabulous. 👏👏👏
Струбцин много не бывает :)
I am just curious about how many clamps that you own. Care to tell me? Gorgeous save. Looks better than my old solid oak table.
"In other news, markets worldwide report a massive shortage of Bessey edge clamps, following a routine purchase by AT Restorations..." ;)
I really enjoy this and your other videos - thanks so much.
Very, very interesting to watch. I enjoyed the whole process so much.
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Turned out beautiful, as I expected it would. I have to call you the master of clampster! Seems there are never enough clamps but you have more and so many types than I've seen before!
If it's WOOD, It can be restored!
Me and my 4 year old son love ur channel, your craftsmanship is astounding!
The leaves and dominos don’t impress me. The voids make me shake my head and leaving out the underside part of leaves is annoying. I know they “stack better” but many did come with the underskirt as part of leaves. Mine did.
Ship of Theseus comes to mind
Thank the heavens for clamps,clamps and more clamps.
Fantastic job... you're a true craftsman!
I guess you can never have too many clamps!
Was dieser Mann alles macht und kann ist einfach nur der Hammer!!! Ein Künstler!!!
i feel like this is a reconstruction more than a restore.... you basically replaced the whole thing except for the base
well shot video, interesting and good work, great workshop, will be subscribing , Never have enough clamps huh?
Thanks! I think I have close to "enough" ;)
Why use the iron and pva glue instead of just using wood glue?
Your skills creating missing table leaves is quite impressive. Fantastic job! 😊
Should have put aprons on those leaves. Fabulous job man.
I like the extra info you add, it's really educational
2:22 those are some famous lines "I make new ones" - my mechanic 😁
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Your old bench with built-in vise brings back memories of woodworking class in Sweden in the 70s. 😻 I just loved how those rooms smelled.
"how many clamps do you need?"
This guy: "yes"
It would make a good T shirt title.
I was just getting clamp envy
It seems like a theme with wood workers that their perfect amount of clamps will be more than they have now.
You have the most awesome tools as well as spectacular talent.
Woodworking… you can never have too many clamps! 😉 excellent job
So much work involved. Impressive result...well done 👏👏👩🔧
Колосальный труд, какой Мастер!!! Гениальный , Молодец!!!
Great restoration, looks beautiful!👍🏻
Impressionante! 👍👏👏 É quase hipnótico esse tipo de vídeo. 😄 Obrigada. 😉😍
Really beautiful and your excellent work brought a beautiful table back to life. Thanks for sharing.
And, I knew if anyone could restore it... It would be you. Your knowledge and ability is awesome.
Мастер-"Золотые руки"! Молодец! Дар от Бога.
It is amazing. But I don't like this dark color which of course is a question of individual taste.
These tables are the kind I grew up around. So seeing this restored really made my heart happy. This is the kind of table I’ve wanted the last 20 years and could never find. Fabulous restoration! 💜
My Favourite AT ,love watching him, he is fantastic.
If u are married your wife is very lucky to have someone so talented as you wonderful work u do .
You are definitely a master craftsman. Such a beautiful restoration of the “leafed” table.
Väga äge tulemus, arusaadav ja ülevaatlik video! Restaureeriimistöö tellijatele peab näitama seda videot - nendele, kellel tekitab küsimusi hind - töötundide hulk on suur. Ja seda kogemustega meistril, kes vigu ei tee ega pea katsetama. Jõudu Ahti, uueks 2021. aastaks!
Selle lauaga läks kaua jah aga see ei olnud üllatus. Vigu teen siiani kuna kõik asjad on pidevalt erinevad, nii mööbel kui materjalid. Eriti mis puudutab viimistlemist. Kõike ei jõua kahjuks videosse panna, sest siis läheks video liialt pikaks. Aitäh heade soovide eest!
@@ATRestoration Tänud suurepärase video eest. Sain julgust täpselt samasuguse laua kallal nokitsemiseks. Edu uueks aastaks!
Beautiful!! I am in love and envy with your clamp collection!!
I would like for RUclips to make is MANDATORY for people who "dislike" a videos requires them to post a comment as to why? That way a creator could do better, if practical. Then people who watch the video can thumbs up or thumbs down the "dislike" critique as well.
Or maybe instead of dislike and like. Maybe have positive, neutral and negative. And then leave comments as to why they voted that way.