Can't wait for part 3! I've learned a lot from you and that's great for my machines. I have a Singer cabinet from 1886. It doesn't need any where near the work this 1927 cabinet needs. I have to smile because the cabinet you're working on is 3 months younger than my dad who is 91. He lives with us now as does my 90 year old mother. Even my cat is 20! 😲😼 I feel like I'm running a nursing home. 😂
I have had a 1908 model nd have put off any restoration, as I didn't know how to go about it. I'm following you step by step, as mine has similar issues. I did have to buy more clamps.
Hi Larry a tip for you when dealing with veneer blisters when you make the incision put a small amount of water over the cut blister. Then spread your glue over top and work in circular motions the water will draw the glue down into the cut it saves having to try lift the veneer and work glue in it also reduces the risk of chipping the veneer
This Tutorial Series is just what so many folks need. You are so informative and detail oriented. Your information can be used across the board for so many other repair and restore projects. Watching how techniques are done helps so much better than just a description. I'm so very looking forward to the other parts of the series, Might think about bundling it together in its own tutorial play list. Just a thought.
In the past, I have used the smallest tip on my air-gun and forced some glue into the bubble / separated parts , after cutting it like you did .... maybe I was just lucky but it worked !! Great project !!
Hi Larry I have learned so much from your videos you have inspired me to take on my first restoration project, a birds eye maple dresser. I used this same technique for a couple veneer blisters with one exception. I bought a little kit from Rockler they call "Precision Glue Applicators". Which consists of a couple syringes and several different size tips. I used one that is a thin metal tube, looks like a hypodermic needle. You can get the end under the veneer easily and force glue deep into the joint. Only like $8.
Great! Glad to hear you are on your way and thanks for your kind words. I have several different glue application tools, including several syringes. I guess I just grab the one that I think will work best at the time (and take less time to clean up - LOL). But I'm sure all of them would work, as you said. Thanks again for your comment and tips!
Hello enjoying your video. That West Systems filler which you correctly stated is silica is dangerous stuff. I used to build boats. You absolutely must wear a respirator with it until it is cleaned up. It will lodge itself into the lung lining and not come off for years causing pre mature death. If you breathe enough it can kill quicker. Definitely can be used but with mucho care and a respirator. Best regards, Mike
Thank you. I had no idea it was potentially dangerous. I'll have to look into it and change the way I use it. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us all. Best regards.
My grandmother’s machine is going to a guy upstate to be cleaned and oiled etc, but the cabinet is my project. Gulp! There are a lot of similarities. The lid needs re-veneering, the iron needs de-rusted and painted. But that rounded part - the cradle? - is busted in and doesn’t look repairable. I’m not sure how to replace it. I’m in research mode now.
Hi Larry, I am trying to restore a vintage A.G. Mason rotary special sewing machine. I am having trouble getting the substrates separated in order to replace the Veneer. Any suggestions?
I dont think those are scratches on the underside of the lid , i think its from a fabric cutter , they used the lid as a work tabe to cut patterns or quilt squares is my assumption..we will never know but thats my guess ....
On larger repairs I use yellow carpenters glue. On some smaller repairs I often use hot hide glue. For small chips and repairs where speed is needed, I use Super Glue with activator spray.
@@MarkWilson-bz9cg It depends on what is on your machine. Some were oak, some walnut and some mahogany. You will have to measure the surfaces and then call the veneer supplier - they will help you decide how much you need..
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Can't wait for part 3! I've learned a lot from you and that's great for my machines. I have a Singer cabinet from 1886. It doesn't need any where near the work this 1927 cabinet needs. I have to smile because the cabinet you're working on is 3 months younger than my dad who is 91. He lives with us now as does my 90 year old mother. Even my cat is 20! 😲😼 I feel like I'm running a nursing home. 😂
I feel ur pain. Just went through it . U love them but ur really tired.
@@heidibuse-bing1569 Yes. Exactly.
LOL. You are so lucky to have both of your parents in your life and they are lucky to have you to help them. Best regards and thanks for watching!
@@rickt.1870 Thank you!
I have had a 1908 model nd have put off any restoration, as I didn't know how to go about it. I'm following you step by step, as mine has similar issues. I did have to buy more clamps.
Hi Larry a tip for you when dealing with veneer blisters when you make the incision put a small amount of water over the cut blister.
Then spread your glue over top and work in circular motions the water will draw the glue down into the cut it saves having to try lift the veneer and work glue in it also reduces the risk of chipping the veneer
Thanks. I'll give it a try!
Larry: It's going fantastic. I'm so excited that I shared the link with my cousins. They are giddy to see Grandma's sewing machine being restored.
This Tutorial Series is just what so many folks need. You are so informative and detail oriented. Your information can be used across the board for so many other repair and restore projects. Watching how techniques are done helps so much better than just a description. I'm so very looking forward to the other parts of the series, Might think about bundling it together in its own tutorial play list. Just a thought.
Amen
In the past, I have used the smallest tip on my air-gun and forced some glue into the bubble / separated parts , after cutting it like you did .... maybe I was just lucky but it worked !!
Great project !!
Awesome, thank you so much for your video and expertise.
Very excited to watch these. I have two to get beautiful & working.
I've enjoyed all your videos so far but this series is definitely my favourite! Great job and thanks for sharing!
Hi Larry I have learned so much from your videos you have inspired me to take on my first restoration project, a birds eye maple dresser. I used this same technique for a couple veneer blisters with one exception. I bought a little kit from Rockler they call "Precision Glue Applicators". Which consists of a couple syringes and several different size tips. I used one that is a thin metal tube, looks like a hypodermic needle. You can get the end under the veneer easily and force glue deep into the joint. Only like $8.
Great! Glad to hear you are on your way and thanks for your kind words. I have several different glue application tools, including several syringes. I guess I just grab the one that I think will work best at the time (and take less time to clean up - LOL). But I'm sure all of them would work, as you said. Thanks again for your comment and tips!
Hello enjoying your video. That West Systems filler which you correctly stated is silica is dangerous stuff. I used to build boats. You absolutely must wear a respirator with it until it is cleaned up. It will lodge itself into the lung lining and not come off for years causing pre mature death. If you breathe enough it can kill quicker. Definitely can be used but with mucho care and a respirator. Best regards, Mike
Thank you. I had no idea it was potentially dangerous. I'll have to look into it and change the way I use it. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us all. Best regards.
This is absolutely inspirational
My grandmother’s machine is going to a guy upstate to be cleaned and oiled etc, but the cabinet is my project. Gulp! There are a lot of similarities. The lid needs re-veneering, the iron needs de-rusted and painted. But that rounded part - the cradle? - is busted in and doesn’t look repairable. I’m not sure how to replace it. I’m in research mode now.
What are your thoughts about peel and stick 3M backing for veneer?
I don't have any experience with it, sorry.
I really hope the old manual singer I'm getting from my family won't require this in depth of repair work.
Hi Larry, I am trying to restore a vintage A.G. Mason rotary special sewing machine.
I am having trouble getting the substrates separated in order to replace the Veneer. Any suggestions?
Do you think I could send you pictures and you could give me an estimate
I dont think those are scratches on the underside of the lid , i think its from a fabric cutter , they used the lid as a work tabe to cut patterns or quilt squares is my assumption..we will never know but thats my guess ....
My I ask what kind of glue do you use to glue back the veneer, please?
On larger repairs I use yellow carpenters glue. On some smaller repairs I often use hot hide glue. For small chips and repairs where speed is needed, I use Super Glue with activator spray.
He said “grab your acetone and wipe it off” lol 😂.
Funny, I thought the same thing when I came across that sentence when I was editing. LOL
How can I order my veneer for my restoration?
On line. Try veneersupplies.com for a start.
Lost Mountain Restoration and if I need to replace all the Veneer, how much do I need, and what kind of wood? Walnut?
@@MarkWilson-bz9cg It depends on what is on your machine. Some were oak, some walnut and some mahogany. You will have to measure the surfaces and then call the veneer supplier - they will help you decide how much you need..
Can you give the brand name of the pliers you used for removing the nail ( before the head broke off).
Thanks
Engineer PZ58 screw pliers - designed to get screws out of wood when the heads are stripped or broken. They don't work nearly as well on small nails as they do on screws. Amazon (non-affiliate) link: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002L6HJAA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Lost Mountain Restoration thanks!
Where did you get the scalpel for cutting into the veneer please?
Loved it
Impressive!
wax paper, good to know
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Do you have an email?
lostmountainrestoration@gmail.com