Tom Johnson of Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration in Gorham, Maine delicately solves the puzzle of a water-damaged spinet table, c. 1910. Tom has been restoring furniture professionally since 1979. Visit our website at http://www.thomasjohnsonrestoration.com, call us at (207) 222-2266, or write us at [email protected]. And for those on the west coast looking for custom framing, be sure to check out Tom’s daughter’s shop, https://www.emcollier.com (@emcollierframes on Instagram).
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Think the old fella in black needs a soft cushion for your intros Tom 🙂
Puts the dog treats in front of the camera, to get that great shot of the doggy looking very interested….. Heh heh heh! Nice…. Very nice!
Yeah, when you're a famous YouTube Celebrity, chicks piling up in the shop is a real issue…. Wait, what??? Those are live baby chickens… Okay, nevermind…. Sorry. Heh heh! Sorry. Kidding. Joking Sir, joking… I assure you, chicks piling up in my shop has never been an issue, heh heh!! So what would I know about it….
Great job. That red was so super stubborn… I felt your pain on that. I had one years ago, just a desk type of thing, and they were super vague about what happened, but it smelled like whiskey… I kinda wondered if they were using like Time Magazine, or a Car & Driver, or some magazine with a color photo on the front as a coaster, and then they had a big spill, that didn't get cleaned up… The stain almost looked like a picture, kind of… Pure speculation on my part, but… I could barely do anything with it. My "mentor" at the time kept telling me mineral spirits, mineral spirits, keep soaking it…. It did something, but it wasn't great….
Your tip on the area that was "rejecting" your finish was really good too… If you have the patience, that can work…. As it starts to get a little gooey as it dries, those re-brush-overs can really work…. You don't seem to be a big fan of spraying, but if you like to spray, another thing you can do is, spray on some dry passes, like too light of a coat, so it looks a little sandy. Super light. Let it dry completely, do it again. After 3 or 4 of those, you will build up a little finish on top, and then you can do a finish pass, and it will work, and look really good….
Great video. What are the black stands you use to lift up the panels when you are sanding them? They look like sections of railroad track covered in tar.
"Our barn is being rennovated. So these chicks live here while that's going on."
ooh! possible video series on what your doing with the barn? I mean, what kind of things would be in Thomas Johnson's barn?
Wow, beautiful piece!
I wish I could give these videos more than 1 thumbs up!
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We just watch,Turing to explain,you are a very good artist,Believe me,your subscriber count doesn't go il from this.
I have desk like this, always wanted to know what it was called. When were these desks first made? Mine appears old, the dove tails are hand cut and has square nails
Did I miss an introduction of your shop assistant? Does he get no credit? What's his name? Job title? Responsibilities? Will he be featured in any future videos?
Thomas, I've been a follower of your chanel for quite a while now. I have learned so much from you, for which I thank you sincerely.
Much of what comes up on furniture restoration vlogs is 'mid century', but this piece looks very different. Never seen a design like that (mainly how the top opens up and works etc). OK machine dovetails, but they have their plusses.
You are a star, hope and pray you can keep sharing your quitly understated skill, judgement, passion, techniques etc for many more years.
Bless you.
Какая интересная вещь! Достойная реставрация! Вы очень аккуратный и знающий реставратор. Удачи в дальнейших проектах! Привет из Украины!
"…you, metric people…"
Only three countries in the world still use the Imperial system of measurement as their primary system: USA, Myanmar, and Liberia. The last two also use the Metric system and they are on their way to switching to the Metric system completely. How does it feel to be the last backward country?
nothing happens! The whole video is about brush swinging! 🙁
Worst coating i have ever seen.
oh no at 15:25 is how I find out that Alan Bean has died 😢
So I just found this channel and I am loving it.
Question: Has anyone else ever gotten Bob Ross vibes or is it just me/this video? 🤔
Love your work. Why do you use varnish rather than shallac?
Do you have any pets under 40 years old?
I love watching you work, but that bruised fingernail – that must have been a biggie! Every time it popped into view I winced. I have a beautiful old oak desk from 1720. It’s my pride & joy. I love working at it. I love all it’s bumps and dents. I bought my husband a desk from 1820 in mahogany. He works at it on his computer. I love antique furniture, but it has to be used. Great video. 😊😊😊
P.S. it was funny how you liked the knobs on the drawers, I didn’t like them at all! I would have loved little brass ones. Would I have been bad to replace them with vintage brass – I would have kept the originals with the desk, but it would have seemed more fitting.
We had one of these. If I remember correctly the label indicates made near Chicago.
Is that your cat? He doesn't look very well.
your cat needs help.
nd hello from AustraliaIts a great pleasure to see the Masters at work ,i wish i could come and help you ,i say you would be a great teacher,Hello to the old fella. And hello from Australia.
In the UK, Australia, New Zealand and a few other places, 'denatured alcohol' is called 'Mythelated Spirits'.
That's a good idea filtering the alcohol , I bought a gallon yesterday and the price has gone up. Reusing it is the Yankee thing to do.
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I love this video for many reasons. Thank you and as usual, I learned so much. I have never considered using alcohol to clean an entire piece like this but I see it's not so scary after all. Second, I've recently acquired a Paine mahogany dresser. Still has the Paine sticker on the back. It weighs a ton. Someone splashed paint all over it. I got it for $60. I had to use some lacquer thinner to get the paint off. I used shellac on it as a finish. I should maybe use the varnish on the top but I've had it cloud up on me, so again, scary.
ШИКАРНАЯ ВЕЩЬ А ПЕСИК ПРЕЛЕСТЬ. СПАСИБО МАСТЕРУ.
really informative video!
Love your videos !!!!!
So relaxing to watch and yet educational as well. I always appreciate how you point out where the flaws were as you go along, it makes it easy as a viewer to follow along with each stage of the restoration.
Every time I watch your video I am very impressed with your knowledge and patience. <3 Please, keep teaching us <3
My father had the same exact desk
that cat needs vet care
is that folic acid made from rubarb as that is very good stuff
I have a collapsible wardrobe whichold, square nails have become loose. Many were replaced with screws.
In its restoration, would it be best to obtain more square nails or use new screws?
I already plan to plug the areas of the worn out nail holes.
Sir, how I love and appreciate your program… your quiet world, restoring treasures almost lost, is a blessing and joy. Thank you
Awe, I miss having chickens! I love the spinet desk, you did a fine job on it!
I just acquired a Spinet Desk! What a treasure. 😊
Aside from your experience and craftsmanship in trying to keep these pieces original, which is quite inspiring, I love how your sweet old dog wants to be part of it. I've renovated a good few items of rescued furniture, albeit with as much skill and knowledge as you have in one pinkie finger: still, it's very satisfying and I'll always prefer these pieces over modern flat pack. I've also found that cats are far less helpful than dogs in this endeavor.
Thomas, the mahogany wood in the desk is beautiful. The owner decided on the right man for the job. I am spellbound watching you. Thank you for your channel. Anyone has something to gain watching you.
Absolutely love this guy. Been watching for years now. This is the peace in my life these days.