Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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I Want to Help My Viewers
Tom Johnson of Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration in Gorham, Maine takes a moment to answer some viewer questions. Tom has been restoring furniture professionally since 1979. Visit our website at www.thomasjohnsonrestoration.com, write us at thomasjohnsonrestoration@gmail.com, or upload a video with the hashtag #asktomjohnson. And for those on the west coast looking for custom framing, be sure to check out Tom's daughter's shop, www.emcollier.com (@emcollierframes on Instagram).
Bob Flexner's Eco Stripper article in Woodshop News: www.woodshopnews.com/columns-blogs/patience-is-key-with-green-paint-strippers
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Відео

This Table was a WRECK
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Tom Johnson of Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration in Gorham, Maine restores this handsome antique table. Tom has been restoring furniture professionally since 1979. Visit our website at www.thomasjohnsonrestoration.com, or write us at thomasjohnsonrestoration@gmail.com. And for those on the west coast looking for custom framing, be sure to check out Tom's daughter's shop, www.emcollie...
ICONIC Rescue
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Tom Johnson of Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration in Gorham, Maine restores iconic chairs by three well-known designers of modernist furniture. Tom has been restoring furniture professionally since 1979. Visit our website at www.thomasjohnsonrestoration.com, or write us at thomasjohnsonrestoration@gmail.com. And for those on the west coast looking for custom framing, be sure to check ...
Looking Glass Resurrection
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Tom Johnson of Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration in Gorham, Maine restores this handsome Chippendale-style looking glass. Tom has been restoring furniture professionally since 1979. Visit our website at www.thomasjohnsonrestoration.com, or write us at thomasjohnsonrestoration@gmail.com. And for those on the west coast looking for custom framing, be sure to check out Tom's daughter's ...
Rescued from the Rainy Roadside
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Tom Johnson of Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration in Gorham, Maine fully restores this 19th century antique chest of drawers that had been left by the side of the road in the rain. Tom has been restoring furniture professionally since 1979. Visit our website at www.thomasjohnsonrestoration.com,, or write us at thomasjohnsonrestoration@gmail.com. And for those on the west coast looking...
A Timely Restoration
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Tom Johnson of Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration in Gorham, Maine restores this bonnet to a tall case clock. Tom has been restoring furniture professionally since 1979. Visit our website at www.thomasjohnsonrestoration.com, or write us at thomasjohnsonrestoration@gmail.com. And for those on the west coast looking for custom framing, be sure to check out Tom's daughter's shop, www.emc...
Beautiful Antiques, Restored with Hardware Store Materials
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Tom Johnson of Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration in Gorham, Maine puts away the heavy machinery and uses some readily available products to spruce up a series of pieces. Tom has been restoring furniture professionally since 1979. Visit our website at www.thomasjohnsonrestoration.com, or write us at thomasjohnsonrestoration@gmail.com. And for those on the west coast looking for custom...
Is this Table Beyond Repair?
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Is this Table Beyond Repair?
Dumpster Rescue
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Dumpster Rescue
I Had No Idea It Was Broken This Badly
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I Had No Idea It Was Broken This Badly
Tom's TOUGHEST Test
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Tom's TOUGHEST Test
I've Got To Face Reality Here
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I've Got To Face Reality Here
Restoring for a Classic Car - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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Restoring for a Classic Car - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
Actual TRASH to Heirloom TREASURE
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Actual TRASH to Heirloom TREASURE
Quite a Tale! - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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Quite a Tale! - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
Hours Later, It Was Done
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Hours Later, It Was Done
So Satisfying - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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So Satisfying - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
Will They Look Right? - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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Will They Look Right? - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
The Most Satisfying Repair - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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The Most Satisfying Repair - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
These chairs NEED some HELP!
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These chairs NEED some HELP!
Furniture PRO Tells You What Adhesive You Should Use
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Furniture PRO Tells You What Adhesive You Should Use
New Life for OLD Wood - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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New Life for OLD Wood - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
When The DOG Chews The Furniture - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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When The DOG Chews The Furniture - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
Restoring a Masterpiece - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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Restoring a Masterpiece - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
Gondola Rescue - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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Gondola Rescue - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
Is There ANY Hope? - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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Is There ANY Hope? - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
Battered Bureau or Hidden Beauty? - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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Battered Bureau or Hidden Beauty? - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
IMPOSSIBLE to Repair? - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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IMPOSSIBLE to Repair? - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
Full of SURPRISES! - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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Full of SURPRISES! - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
Four-Footed Rescue - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration
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Four-Footed Rescue - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @lujesta
    @lujesta 6 годин тому

    So much admiration for the calm methodical way you work Mr Johnson. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise. Interesting coincidence that I came across ‘Gilboys’ only yesterday when looking up refinishing of an Ercol coffee table and here, the very next day, I see you using their wax! Best wishes Nesta, UK

  • @MsRazvan29
    @MsRazvan29 6 годин тому

    ❤❤❤💪

  • @radman3206
    @radman3206 9 годин тому

    A relatively inexpensive CNC might have made that veneer patch quicker and easier. There may be someone local with the expertise to convert to the trace to DXF and laser or CNC the veneer.

  • @DaRkHoRsE-_-
    @DaRkHoRsE-_- 11 годин тому

    Thomas takes what many would toss and makes it glitter like gold. That spot in the middle would chase many away screaming but you just tenderly coaxed it right back into glory❤❤❤❤❤❤job well done sir!🎉🎉

  • @eduardorodrigues1678
    @eduardorodrigues1678 12 годин тому

    É simplesmente maravilhoso ver um artista talentoso como o senhor trabalhando; não são tantos, por isso, o meu espanto! Desde o início do processo até a conclusão, eu quase não "pisco os olhos" pois é com muito prazer que reparo em cada etapa, os seus cuidados, respeito e carinho com cada peça! Mande para o Rio de Janeiro - Brasil uma carteira de fã! Os melhores cumprimentos!

  • @dw6150
    @dw6150 12 годин тому

    I love this table!!

  • @billmoore2493
    @billmoore2493 12 годин тому

    I enjoyed this question and answer video. Very interesting. Great format for you to share your skills. Thanks.

  • @martiwilliams8091
    @martiwilliams8091 14 годин тому

    Excellent work

  • @pyzikscott
    @pyzikscott 16 годин тому

    Great addition to your content!!!

  • @robinredman5192
    @robinredman5192 17 годин тому

    You Da Man Thomas. Your answers to the questions, well, they were all Pretty Good😁. It is such a pleasure to watch you and always enjoy your timely responses to my comments. Take care and be abundantly blessed my friend. John here, photographing the back-roads of Northeastern Tennessee.

  • @airingcupboard
    @airingcupboard 18 годин тому

    Stunning.

  • @davidcampbell7903
    @davidcampbell7903 20 годин тому

    If it is Cuban mahagony perhaps it is older?

  • @monteashmore3730
    @monteashmore3730 21 годину тому

    Wow, I've always enjoyed your videos, but I really enjoy the letters and your responses. Keep it up.

  • @traceyspad01
    @traceyspad01 День тому

    Loved this

  • @maureenteager6887
    @maureenteager6887 День тому

    I live in Sydney Australia. I don’t have antique furniture but I just love watching your videos What a wealth of knowledge you have, it’s fascinating. One thing though please introduce your dog to us

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration День тому

      Thank you Maureen! Ella passed away about 18 months ago. I miss her everyday! This is a video about her: ua-cam.com/video/vKkLmBOebWk/v-deo.html

  • @ajoyde1234
    @ajoyde1234 День тому

    Right side top pull-out table no restored. Left un-noticed ?

  • @janetmarsden8199
    @janetmarsden8199 День тому

    WELL DONE SIR. IT LOOKS BEAUTIFUL.

  • @cleo1034
    @cleo1034 День тому

    Fabulous job! 🙂

  • @robertoayala9203
    @robertoayala9203 День тому

    Phenomenal work

  • @jacquelinegindler9135
    @jacquelinegindler9135 День тому

    This was super helpful; I see you posted it 9 years ago, so I don't even know if you'll get this comment, but I have a table that has some chipped veneer, and someone gave me some mahogany veneer to patch it with, but I've never done it before, and these 7-8 minutes were so informative, from the taping to the clamping of the straight edge to the table, to chiseling out the filler and a bit of wood. Thank you so much for posting this. I've got my fingers crossed!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration День тому

      Thanks Jacqueline! I have a lot of videos showing veneer repairs, it can be tricky but pretty basic. Good luck with all your projects!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration День тому

      Thanks Jacqueline! Good luck with those repairs!

  • @ElmerMiller-fy1bd
    @ElmerMiller-fy1bd День тому

    It looks great Tom

  • @mizsherm4352
    @mizsherm4352 День тому

    I just held my breath through that patching process, its a magnificent piece of furniture,really impressive.

  • @vmoutsop
    @vmoutsop День тому

    I love the leg jig repair tip. That is awesome!

  • @ElmerMiller-fy1bd
    @ElmerMiller-fy1bd День тому

    This Q and A session was really enjoyable and worthwhile. Thank you

  • @TheAnetmusik
    @TheAnetmusik День тому

    I am so sorry for your loss. On may 9th 2024 my adored life companion Maximus "Moose" passed away at age 12. He was a huge black cat who saved my life when he was still a kitten. I am terribly sorry for your great loss of your partner, companion and true friend. Even though it has been over a year for you, I know there is a huge void. ❤

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration День тому

      Thank you! Yes, you now the pain! I think of Ella every day. I'm sorry about Moose

    • @TheAnetmusik
      @TheAnetmusik День тому

      @@johnsonrestoration 😔❤️

  • @TheAnetmusik
    @TheAnetmusik День тому

    I am mesmerized, glued to every detail of your repair. I started very late in life, learning wood restoration and it has become a passion thanks to masters such as you. Thank you for taking the time to post. P.s I'm a huge fan of hot hide glue and mix and tint shellac. I'll keep coming back. 😊

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration День тому

      Thank you! I'm so glad you have found a passion! That makes me very happy

  • @olderendirt
    @olderendirt День тому

    Thanks so much for all of the helpful information.

  • @DwightMS1
    @DwightMS1 День тому

    You outdid yourself on this one Tom.

  • @cranebird2257
    @cranebird2257 День тому

    Ive been watching you for several years now. Haven’t done any woodwork yet. But you and your gentle way with your gentle voice and animals have given me so much peace through many family tragedies in the past several years. I thank you so much. Just one thing … I need a tee shirt that says ‘I think that looks pretty good’. God Bless you Thomas Johnson.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration День тому

      Thank you! That is very gratifying to me. I've never gotten into the T-Shirt thing!

  • @OwlingDogDesign
    @OwlingDogDesign 2 дні тому

    Oh, such a GREAT idea, Tom (#askTomJohnson). I have no doubt you will be inundated with questions. Thanks so much for this helpful video. I, for one, frequently have problems clamping odd pieces together. I also don't have a lot of power tools yet (like a band saw, so GOOD). Wonderful, wonderful advice on all subjects. How about that bird's eye maple? You say it's 'quilted' - I've not heard of that & folks have such lovely pieces that they are restoring. This is heart-warming, for sure! Thanks for the video!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration День тому

      Thanks Cat! I'm glad you liked this, we plan on making it a regular feature

  • @miguelslade
    @miguelslade 2 дні тому

    There is the master at work, what an amazing sensitive restoration.

  • @aaqilian5.085
    @aaqilian5.085 2 дні тому

    Nice one! Cheers, Tom 👍🏾

  • @m.b.3248
    @m.b.3248 2 дні тому

    Non sono molto esperta e nemmeno una professionista ma, ascoltando le spiegazioni che dai ai tuoi followers, anch'io imparo qualcosina ☺️Grazie!

  • @drmkiwi
    @drmkiwi 2 дні тому

    Very generous. Thank you. I've had a stool in my workshop with a broken off leg for over 12 months and now I know how to go about fixing it. Thank you! Great video. Cheers, David

  • @MoggiesTen
    @MoggiesTen 2 дні тому

    I never thought I'd see spam on your channel!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration 2 дні тому

      Thanks! Then you don't me! I love Spam - always have. Long before Monty Python made fun of it. Spam has a very interesting history and saved a lot of people in WW2. Because of that it is the national dish of the Philippines and Hawaii

  • @jameskalbfell1507
    @jameskalbfell1507 2 дні тому

    My dad would call that a Rube Goldberg but perfect.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration 2 дні тому

      Thanks! Yes, good ol Rube Goldberg! I don't know the origins of that! He was a real person!en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rube_Goldberg

  • @BobbieJeanM
    @BobbieJeanM 2 дні тому

    I enjoyed hearing the different questions you’ve received and also hearing and seeing the solutions from fairly simple to very complex. I hope you do more of this type of video in the future. Thank you for so generously sharing your wealth of knowledge, experience and trade secrets.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration 2 дні тому

      You're welcome Bobbie! We hope to make this a regular feature

  • @IanZainea1990
    @IanZainea1990 2 дні тому

    I wish that wood shop news article said how long a "considerable amount of time" is, lol. Seems like a full day or maybe two. I'll give the ole bottle of citristrip another try then. But I feel like after a full day it kinda dries up. But maybe it's still active. Idk. It's just so messy

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration 2 дні тому

      Cover it with plastic to keep it from drying out. I haven't used it. Check out this article: www.woodshopnews.com/columns-blogs/patience-is-key-with-green-paint-strippers

  • @jameskalbfell1507
    @jameskalbfell1507 2 дні тому

    Tom, I have a question about the flexible plywood pads for curves. Is that a product that can be bought or something that has to be made by you ? Thanks Jim k.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration 2 дні тому

      You're welcome Jim! I don't know the brand name but we always called it "wacky wood" Plywood suppliers carry it. I just googled it - easy to find. Here's just the first thing that came up: packardforestproducts.com/bending-plywood/

  • @IanZainea1990
    @IanZainea1990 2 дні тому

    Love it!

  • @carlaburdick5288
    @carlaburdick5288 2 дні тому

    Crazy mad. I don't know how u do it.

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration 2 дні тому

      Thanks Carla! (I don't know either! I just start and see where it goes!)

  • @TheBlondeSunset
    @TheBlondeSunset 2 дні тому

    That birds-eye quilted maple was stunning

  • @tonysmith8779
    @tonysmith8779 2 дні тому

    You did a wonderful job my fine sir thanks for saying this piece

  • @radman3206
    @radman3206 2 дні тому

    Australia salutes you again for a fabulous restoration. Well done, Tom!

  • @missjohansson6232
    @missjohansson6232 2 дні тому

    Dear Thomas Johnson Never get the stupid idiots to get to you; Signed; A fellow old spirit Johansson from Sweden

  • @user-gb6re9eg3i
    @user-gb6re9eg3i 2 дні тому

    GOOD STUFF, TOM. THANKS MUCH!

  • @Teacher2051
    @Teacher2051 2 дні тому

    Thanks Eddy. I am also an avid viewer of Tom’s videos. I have viewed the videos you mention and love the results, even with imperfections.

  • @eledatowle8767
    @eledatowle8767 2 дні тому

    Great video, Tom. What a great way to "take a break" from the very physical restoration work, but continue making videos and helping your fans. I think it came out pretty good!

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration 2 дні тому

      Thanks Eleda! Yes, and I think this will become a regular feature

  • @stephenwalker319
    @stephenwalker319 2 дні тому

    Value added! Gorgeous work!

  • @Tla81
    @Tla81 2 дні тому

    When is an antique no longer an antique with new wood?

    • @johnsonrestoration
      @johnsonrestoration 2 дні тому

      Good question! That could certainly make a fine discussion!

    • @Tla81
      @Tla81 2 дні тому

      @@johnsonrestoration I love your work. I’ve learned a lot from just watching you. You explain the how and why you use products.