Eames Lounge Chair Restoration Part 2

Subjects covered in this video.
* Repair of damaged being on plywood lower backrest.
* Removal of old shock mounts
* Fitting of new shock mounts
* Oiling of Rosewood Veneer
* Polishing of back supports and bases.

[@bandit1732]

I could not figure out how to get the shock mounts off without damaging the plywood. Brilliant idea using the oscillating tool. Thank you

[@phoneboxman1968]

Thanks Al. I reckon a heat gun might take them off handy enough too, if it doesn’t damage the veneer.

[@phoneboxman1968]

@@guestguest6414 I noticed the heat of the multi tool did soften the glue and I was thinking a heat gun would have been a tidier way of doing it, being careful not to damage the veneer.

[@phoneboxman1968]

@@guestguest6414 Thank you.

[@pedropyjamas]

Looks great, really coming together now! Incredible how much hard work is involved in restoring this, well done!

[@phoneboxman1968]

Thanks Michelle 🙏

[@marielenihan7385]

Absolutely fab job, can't wait to see it finished- well done 👌

[@phoneboxman1968]

Thanks Marie 🙏

[@allyn328]

Great work !

[@phoneboxman1968]

Thank you 👍

[@Timanator]

Did you clear coat the aluminum, it oxidizes easily if you polish it and remove the previous oxidized layer. Thanks for the video!

[@zefdin101]

Great video! I’m curious that you didn’t rough up the rubber shock mounts before you applied the resin glue? Bonding to rubber is tricky and I usually do this, but maybe not necessary? Beautiful chair, I’m sure you’ll do very well with it. Mid-century furniture has amazing sty!!

[@thatsong2884]

Great video what did you use to clean the wood?

[@phoneboxman1968]

Thanks Eddie, I cleaned with soap and water and gave it a coat of oil.

[@colourfulsaz]

Awessssome

[@phoneboxman1968]

Thanks Sarah

[@herbertgarrison6548]

that pc-7 crap is absolute junk. you need a proper two part epoxy for the shock mounts.

[@phoneboxman1968]

I know, now. I had to reflux them all.

[@louissmeijsters9360]

Thanks for the warning! Which two-part epoxy could you recommend instead?

[@phoneboxman1968]

@@louissmeijsters9360 I used Gorilla epoxy, but I’m waiting to hear from Vitra as to what they recommend. I’ll get back to you.

[@cyrielbraams7190]

@@phoneboxman1968 I use Bison Kombi Power glue, it's a Dutch brand, here.Make sure to proper mix it as stated, and it'll get as hard as concrete

[@phoneboxman1968]

@@cyrielbraams7190 Thanks Cyriel. I’ll have to see if I can source it.