I just can't get over the amount of knowledge and technique housed in that brain of yours and in those busy hands.... historian, engineer, mathematician, artist, carpenter, videographer, preservationist.... I could go on and on! One viewer posted a not so flattering quip saying he could easily fall asleep watching one of your videos. I had to laugh and thought: "Oh the power of small minds, minds incapable of recognizing the wonder of your skills and accomplishments! Pity him! My youngest son is a Major in the US Army and loves doing restorations and carpentry in his spare time, just like my Dad, who was a life long carpenter. I sent my son a link to your videos and he was so excited about some new carpentry adventures centered around your videos! Thank you!
You are welcome! And thanks for your kind words and for recommending me to your son. A lot of people have said they like to fall asleep watching my videos, and I don't mind! This recent guy was saying it like it was a bad thing! As far as al the skills go you forgot 2 things, elbow grease and an imagination!
I love the long format. No series of 10 or 20 minute segments could convey the complexity of the process or the appropriate flow of work as well as this. Its existence conveys a desire to teach, to offer something of real value to others, that clips of shorter duration cannot. I could not look away. Thank you, Thomas.
I have to thank you, Thomas. I am going through a hard time in my life, and watching this video did me a world of good. You are not only a top notch professional, but you also give precious lessons on patience, steadfastness, and calm. As always, it came out beautiful. Greetings from Sao Paulo, BRazil.
Very cool, thanks for sharing your skills. I recently purchased two small chests of drawers they look like old oak with tiger stripped Vernear needs some work. With your teaching I will give it a shot.
A true 'tour de force' Tom. Your many years of experience and skill, and extra sharp tools, make it look so simple. Knowing when to stop is the true skill. Have a great 2023 and keep restoring!
All I can say is YOWZA! I took up refinishing post retirement, doing some pieces that looked good for firewood. Using books, product pamphlets, and intuition, I taught myself to disassemble, repair, deglue, ream out broken dowels, sand,sand and more sand. Then when to use shellac (or not) mix stains and finish with tung oil (usually 3coats) hand applied with gauze "sponges". I used wipe on polyurethane for the tops (usually 5 coats). I loved every minute of it - not so much the waiting for things to dry. If only there was YT back then, I could have learned so much from Tom Johnson and made things look "pretty good" 😊. Thank you Master. Patricia from NH, 👵🏻 😉
What can I say or add to all the previous comments? You set the bar rather high for most of us! Never shortcuts with your work and you provide explanations and rationale for why you do what you do! I think YOU turned out rather nicely also! Thank you Tom once again!
Absolutely stunning! Your veneer work and color matching and the over all effect brings it all together. Nobody could ask for any more. Very enjoyable to watch.😊
Thank you so much for taking the many extra hours in taping your work ! Many people don't realize the time it takes to position cameras and then the arduous editing that follows. I'm bed fast now so I live vicariously through you and you provide me with much joy !
I noticed how good the different shots were on this film in particular. Some of them were only for a couple of seconds, but Tom gave us the close and wide shots and the different angles to see exactly what was happening at every stage, and a guest appearance from Ella as an added bonus. Lovely!
Your professionalism and your encouraging commenters bring me back when sleep is fleeting to watch in the beginning and early morning hours during these last hard few years
Another piece of artisan rescue. So beautiful to see the final result of your patient attention and skill. Thank you for making and sharing these videos. Many of us enjoy and appreciate your amazing work.
I loved every second of this video! Tom, you sir, are a wizard! Your skills and knowledge have once again dealt you a winning hand! Another shining example of your exemplary work and ability!
@@johnsonrestoration You're most welcome! Please call me "Loston." It's my actual first name. It's unusual, 'cuz my Dad made it up when I was born. He thought it had a nice cowboy kind of feel to it, kind of like "Destry" or one of those kind of Max Brand characters! LOL!
Like watching an orchestra perform. I will never learn to play the instruments, but I can easily appreciate the professionals like yourself that make sweet music with old wood. Thank you for what you do.
I just sat and watched this episode like a movie. The list of tips and tricks I have learned to keep myself from stumbling through some of my furniture conservation/restoration snafus is a good one. Your dedication to these pieces of furniture is nothing short of brilliant! Cheers from Iowa!
As a woodworker and furniture refinisher I’m always amazed at your gorgeous results. I can get it done more as a hobby, but you sir have taken this endeavor to a whole new level. Pure gold partner, just wonderful.
Wow ! what a great tutorial Tom this one had every thing in it, Veneer work, adding blocks. making knobs. gljueing splits cracks, the whole gambit! Great ! enjoyed it immensely. Loved seeing Ella again also miss her. thanks for such a great video and for taking the time to do some great camera work as always .love your close ups so we can see precisely the/your technique. thanks for sharing. ECF
Thanks for all your hard work. Not just repairing the dresser but for the effort it took to create this extra long video. I really enjoy the long ones.
Cheers to your viewers! I want to thank you for this community. You have attracted them. Reading everyone's comments is so enjoyable. It renews my hope in our values of skills as humans. Appreciation of abilities to care for and renew craftsmanship, instead of wasting so many resources. I would rather have a few useful older furnishings in my home, than buying everything new or repainted. Cherish the history and the art.
If I could go back in time I'd try and become a restorer of furniture after watching your videos, I love the skill that goes into everything you do and the total resistance to sanding everything into oblivion, well done sir. I hope you can inspire a lot of younger people to take up this trade.
Thank you Tom, a wonderful video with some excellent filming, and of course excellent restoration, hope you're keeping well, take care and keep 'em coming!
Tom your video's are the best... Like your attention to detail, When I was at school a long time ago now alas, I would have been so proud to have you as my wood work teacher... I would have learned so much.....Your a nice chap...and an Inspiration...
Hello, Mr. Johnson, Your command of your craft is admirable. Thank you for your content; it is good to know there are still those who take pride in their work! Your eye for detail, your care in the repairs, and your methodical approach are inspiring. I look forward to more restorations!
There's no end to your skill set and expertise. Such a pleasure to watch and learn. Even the most mundane you make into riveting viewing and give so much pleasure. It does look pretty good especially in its place in the home.
I would have never thought I would one day do any restoration but here I am. A friend asked me if I would do a mid century table and against my better judgment I did. And it was very rewarding. Your videos are so informative and inspirational for me. I have done an old hutch and looking forward to doing more. Thank you for showing your amazing skills and tricks for so many aspects of the work.
Oh my, what a wonderful time I've had watching that! At one point my wife asked me if I was ok because I was so quiet. When I told her I was watching you, she commented that I had definitely lowered my blood pressure.😊 I had to wait until the right time to view it all in one go but it was so worth it. I love to watch you magically make the new bits disappear not by making the whole piece look new but by blending seamlessly with original. Oh it's just masterful, thank you. I'm in a lot of pain this morning but that nearly two hours helped put it on the back burner. Beautiful, just beautiful, thank you for that peaceful start to my day Tom. 👍 Edit: I almost forgot to say how much I appreciate the skill and work that goes into the making of the video itself. It must add so much time to your work which I'm sure you then have to calculate out when quoting for your clients. Really appreciate that and they just get better and better so I feel like I'm watching over your shoulder as you do the most intricate work. 👌
Thank you Jude! I appreciate your kind words, and I'm so happy that you could enjoy it enough to forget your troubles for awhile. That's something I never anticipated happening and it makes it all worthwhile
I ask myself.....what is it that allows me such pleasure in following along with your restorations? Having no personal knowledge or expertise.........i cheer you on as you bring these historic pieces to new life! Such patience and commitment! Gooòoo Thomas! And.......THANKYOU!
I agree with kerrykrishna! I discovered your channel when I was ill and thoroughly enjoyed binging your channel while I recover. You are an artist! I love your attention to detail!!
Just liked to see you perform the „glue a matchstick in the hole to get grip for the screw „ -trick I‘ve learned from my grandpa. As always a hilarious job, thank you ever so much!
Amazing transformation. I like your only fix or replace what is necessary and let the piece retain its character. Nice seeing Miss Ella again.. I know you must miss her company.. Looking forward to you next project.. Enjoy your weekend.
Love this long format…….. one can really settle down for some serious watching!! I’d love to see how you sharpen your chisels, they look razor sharp. As always the mark of a true craftsman is he makes it look easy. Love it, love it Dave.
Another masterpiece of restoration, as always executed perfectly. You are a great teacher and make me realise just how much I have to learn. Thank you.
Thanks Tom for bringing out this longer version of the restoration of this beautiful piece. I found it so relaxing to watch you bring it back to a stunning finish. Watching you use your skills and expertise should be on prescription as a great way to relax.
Your expertise can only be matched by the absolute care you put into these wonderful, old pieces. I also want to thank you for letting us hear your thoughts as you work. Stunning outcome, as always!
You are a true master. You have real experience tempered with extreme patience my friend. You respect age and honor it in each piece. I love to watch you.
Tom, I was so sorry to hear about Ella. She has been your co-star and friend, for a long time. Thanks for making a video about her. I don't know if this was your longest video, but it certainly kept my attention throughout. I look forward to those alternate Fridays. I sent you an email with an update on my repair project. Thanks for being a blessing to so many of us.
Thanks Chip. Yes, we are grieving! But it's better everyday. This was originally published in 2 parts, I was worried it might be too long! But a lot of people like it. I saw your email - did I not respond? I'll check it out
Another masterclass lesson in restoration. Just out of interest, I watch other restoration videos and the number of restorers that seem to replace panels instead of carefully disassembling the unit is quite common. There are a couple of exceptions but your methods make me smile knowing that originality is paramount and that your completion of a unit is generally as close to the original as one can get. 😁👍🏻🇦🇺
Another excellent video. I congratulate you not only for your lifetime of dedication to furniture work but also your very excellent video productions. While being a contemporary of you I have learned so many things even as I have pursued antiques repair and restoration for 40 years. I also have used you as an inspiration to try and produce some videos of some of my work. I'm now retiring from antiques repair and restoration more to due with the failure to attract viewers than becoming less interested in the trade. I only pursued the trade full time after many years as a master carpenter and that has been the better part of 10 years. Carry on and best wishes.
Thanks! I appreciate that. I've been making videos for 11 years, and only started making any meaningful income 4 years ago. It was a slow build! I hope you get back into the shop once in a while. I'm looking forward to building more furniture and other things
Thanks! It's amazing how well that works. Any "nits" that are too big I will "shave" of with a razor blade, although there's a learning curve with the razor blade though
I love watching your process. I’m rehabbing an old sewing table. It’s probably late 1920’s. Beautiful crotch veneer on the face. It was stored for many years in a basement garage and when I pulled it out most of the veneer on the top, sides and back was bubbled and wavy. Since I didn’t know any better I moved it into another garage. But I didn’t secure the veneer with tape. Well it was moved around and used as a bench by someone and got motor oil on the top. The next time I pulled it out the top was ruined and a lot of the veneer was lost. So my ignorant self pulled the rest of the wavy veneer off. It came off fairly easily. I did try to take it off in big pieces. And saved all the pieces. I ordered some two ply walnut wood from Rockler to replace the top, sides, and back since I wasn’t informed that I could use the thinner smaller pieces of veneer that they sell. I thought the bigger roll would be best as I had a lot area to cover. Well I’m still working on it. I have decided to repair some veneer on the inside table top where the machine sits with all the pieces I have. At least there will be 3 surfaces with original veneer. I’m learning a lot and I refer to your videos and ask lots of questions. I truly appreciate your work and how willing you are to teach your craft. Thank you so much!
Your workmanship is tophat., but the parts I like most, is first : the scraping of the glue of the wood and second seeing the finished piece. Keep up the good work.
This looks so familiar it gas to be a repeat. Especially the grain matching on the base. That said it still holds many lessons for me! I enjoy your work and teaching.
The piece must have great sentimental value, because it isn't something historically important, but your dedication to excellence and your professionalism overcomes the obvious questions of why spend a few thousand dollars resorting a piece worth a few hundred dollars. Thanks for an excellent video, Thomas.
Enjoyed the video Tom. What pretty figure wood on that piece. Your years of experience really show in all phases of the restoration. Beautiful old piece. Thank you taking the time to produce the videos. I can imagine how you must miss Ella.You all take care and God bless.
Hi Tom, Greetings from the Wirral UK, watching you work is like going back in time for me, my late Grandfather who passed away aged 66 years of age ( My Late Grandmother always said WW2 killed him because he was special forces during the war and he saw some horrible things Belsin and other concentration camps etc ) in 1985 was a cabinet maker he worked on the ocean liners being built at Camel Larids on the Mersey River. He obviously worked on the outfitting of the ships, and afterwards, he used to do precisely the same as you restoration of antiques from the mid-1960s until his death when I was 17 in 1985. Regards Professor Mark Woods
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I just can't get over the amount of knowledge and technique housed in that brain of yours and in those busy hands.... historian, engineer, mathematician, artist, carpenter, videographer, preservationist.... I could go on and on! One viewer posted a not so flattering quip saying he could easily fall asleep watching one of your videos. I had to laugh and thought: "Oh the power of small minds, minds incapable of recognizing the wonder of your skills and accomplishments! Pity him! My youngest son is a Major in the US Army and loves doing restorations and carpentry in his spare time, just like my Dad, who was a life long carpenter. I sent my son a link to your videos and he was so excited about some new carpentry adventures centered around your videos! Thank you!
You are welcome! And thanks for your kind words and for recommending me to your son. A lot of people have said they like to fall asleep watching my videos, and I don't mind! This recent guy was saying it like it was a bad thing! As far as al the skills go you forgot 2 things, elbow grease and an imagination!
I love the long format. No series of 10 or 20 minute segments could convey the complexity of the process or the appropriate flow of work as well as this. Its existence conveys a desire to teach, to offer something of real value to others, that clips of shorter duration cannot. I could not look away. Thank you, Thomas.
You're welcome, and thank you! I appreciate it
Me too. Sometimes I just get into it and it’s over. I love the long ones!
Boy, that was a very big video but I absolutely loved very minute of it. That chest turned out beautifully, WELL DONE THOMAS!!❤❤
Thank you!
This man never ceases to amaze.
Thank you!
I have to thank you, Thomas. I am going through a hard time in my life, and watching this video did me a world of good. You are not only a top notch professional, but you also give precious lessons on patience, steadfastness, and calm.
As always, it came out beautiful.
Greetings from Sao Paulo, BRazil.
Thank you! And I hope things get better for you
He is good at that huh. Blessings to you and yours.
Praying things get happier, and easier, for you. Stay connected with friends!
@@johnsonrestoration your dedication is amazing. Congratulations.
Very cool, thanks for sharing your skills. I recently purchased two small chests of drawers they look like old oak with tiger stripped Vernear needs some work. With your teaching I will give it a shot.
Wow! It was like a jigsaw puzzle! Kudos to the woman who saved so many pieces. I really enjoyed this video. Thank you for posting.
You’re welcome!
Is it magic? Naw, it's bunches of skill-building hours revitalizing antiques, precious tools, and talent! Love this dresser! 👍👏✨😍❤
Thank you! That’s nice
A true 'tour de force' Tom. Your many years of experience and skill, and extra sharp tools, make it look so simple. Knowing when to stop is the true skill. Have a great 2023 and keep restoring!
Thanks! Well said
All I can say is YOWZA! I took up refinishing post retirement, doing some pieces that looked good for firewood. Using books, product pamphlets, and intuition, I taught myself to disassemble, repair, deglue, ream out broken dowels, sand,sand and more sand. Then when to use shellac (or not) mix stains and finish with tung oil (usually 3coats) hand applied with gauze "sponges". I used wipe on polyurethane for the tops (usually 5 coats). I loved every minute of it - not so much the waiting for things to dry. If only there was YT back then, I could have learned so much from Tom Johnson and made things look "pretty good" 😊. Thank you Master. Patricia from NH, 👵🏻 😉
Thanks Patricia! But you most certainly learned it a lot better figuring all that out for yourself! It sounds like you did really well
Tom, I know it’s hard and time consuming to make these videos, but we really look forward to them!
Thank you! That makes me happy!
Me too
What can I say or add to all the previous comments? You set the bar rather high for most of us! Never shortcuts with your work and you provide explanations and rationale for why you do what you do! I think YOU turned out rather nicely also! Thank you Tom once again!
You're welcome!
I absolutely love these long videos, so relaxing and entertaining.
Thank you! I was afraid it would be too long
@@johnsonrestorationnever! I learn so much. I’m getting ready to start on my 125 ish year old rocker!
I intended to watch for about 30 mins and finish it later but I stayed for the whole thing. Loved it!
Thanks! Yes, that happens to me too! I love it
Absolutely stunning! Your veneer work and color matching and the over all effect brings it all together. Nobody could ask for any more. Very enjoyable to watch.😊
Thank you so much!
Thank you so much for taking the many extra hours in taping your work ! Many people don't realize the time it takes to position cameras and then the arduous editing that follows.
I'm bed fast now so I live vicariously through you and you provide me with much joy !
I noticed how good the different shots were on this film in particular. Some of them were only for a couple of seconds, but Tom gave us the close and wide shots and the different angles to see exactly what was happening at every stage, and a guest appearance from Ella as an added bonus. Lovely!
You're very welcome! I appreciate that
Thanks! I'm very much into making these videos. My wife and I love old movies and also seeing how new movies are made
Your professionalism and your encouraging commenters bring me back when sleep is fleeting to watch in the beginning and early morning hours during these last hard few years
Thanks! I'm so glad I could help!
Beautiful graining on this piece. So glad you brought it back to life.
Me too! Thanks
WOW! As usual, another 1000 small intricate pieces of work produce a master restoration. Glad you do what you do and enjoy it. Thanks!
You’re welcome!
Another piece of artisan rescue. So beautiful to see the final result of your patient attention and skill. Thank you for making and sharing these videos. Many of us enjoy and appreciate your amazing work.
You're welcome! I appreciate it!
Tom, your patience with refinishing and color matching are second to none. Pure artistry. Of course your repair skills aren’t to shabby either.
…and there is sweet Ella again! ❤
Thank you! Yes, it was good to see her
Aww sweet doggo at the end, lovely. Your veneer repairs are amazing. What a triumph on this piece.
Thank you!
I loved every second of this video! Tom, you sir, are a wizard! Your skills and knowledge have once again dealt you a winning hand! Another shining example of your exemplary work and ability!
Thank you Wallace! Wow!
@@johnsonrestoration You're most welcome! Please call me "Loston." It's my actual first name. It's unusual, 'cuz my Dad made it up when I was born. He thought it had a nice cowboy kind of feel to it, kind of like "Destry" or one of those kind of Max Brand characters! LOL!
Yes!!! It’s Friday morning just found your video and I didn’t feel like working today anyway. Thanks Tom
You’re welcome!
Perfection as always Thomas.......that piece is smiling again.....👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks! I like that!
Like watching an orchestra perform. I will never learn to play the instruments, but I can easily appreciate the professionals like yourself that make sweet music with old wood. Thank you for what you do.
You're welcome! that's nice
It made me happy, and sad, to see your precious dog in the video.
Another beautiful restoration!
Thanks! It's tough, but I was glad to see her too
I just sat and watched this episode like a movie. The list of tips and tricks I have learned to keep myself from stumbling through some of my furniture conservation/restoration snafus is a good one. Your dedication to these pieces of furniture is nothing short of brilliant! Cheers from Iowa!
Thank you! Good luck with all your projects!
Watching the reconstruction of the laminate on the apron was so great to see. Wonderful job!
Thank you Liz!
That looks freaking incredible dude, incredible job and of course always lovely to see our favorite pup make her appearance.
Thank you very much!
I see mastery in its finest. A privilege and an honour to be of the generation of true and respectable craftsmanship of restoration .
Thank you!
As a woodworker and furniture refinisher I’m always amazed at your gorgeous results. I can get it done more as a hobby, but you sir have taken this endeavor to a whole new level. Pure gold partner, just wonderful.
Thank you very much! That is very kind
Wow ! what a great tutorial Tom this one had every thing in it, Veneer work, adding blocks. making knobs. gljueing splits cracks, the whole gambit! Great ! enjoyed it immensely. Loved seeing Ella again also miss her. thanks for such a great video and for taking the time to do some great camera work as always .love your close ups so we can see precisely the/your technique. thanks for sharing. ECF
Thank you! That makes me happy. Yes, seeing Ella is good
Thanks for all your hard work. Not just repairing the dresser but for the effort it took to create this extra long video. I really enjoy the long ones.
Thanks!
Cheers to your viewers!
I want to thank you for this community. You have attracted them. Reading everyone's comments is so enjoyable. It renews my hope in our values of skills as humans. Appreciation of abilities to care for and renew craftsmanship, instead of wasting so many resources. I would rather have a few useful older furnishings in my home, than buying everything new or repainted. Cherish the history and the art.
Thanks for that! Well said!
If I could go back in time I'd try and become a restorer of furniture after watching your videos, I love the skill that goes into everything you do and the total resistance to sanding everything into oblivion, well done sir. I hope you can inspire a lot of younger people to take up this trade.
Thank you! I think that these videos are definitely having an effect
One hell of a lot of work! But fantastic, rewarding results! Great one Young Thomas!!
Thank you Sir! This was one of my favorite pieces to work on
I've repaired a couple of pieces of furniture using some of you techniques, with great results. Thank you for sharing. 👍
You’re welcome! That’s great!
Thank you Tom, a wonderful video with some excellent filming, and of course excellent restoration, hope you're keeping well, take care and keep 'em coming!
Thank you, I will!
Tom your video's are the best... Like your attention to detail, When I was at school a long time ago now alas, I would have been so proud to have you as my wood work teacher... I would have learned so much.....Your a nice chap...and an Inspiration...
Thank you! So nice...
Yet another masterpiece. Unbelievable eye for color, tone and detail.
Thank you!
It looks beautiful with Ella sitting next to it. A lot of work with this project. It was worth every minute.
Thank you!
Beautiful chest of drawers. I thoroughly enjoyed watching this video. Thanks.
You're welcome!
Hello, Mr. Johnson,
Your command of your craft is admirable. Thank you for your content; it is good to know there are still those who take pride in their work! Your eye for detail, your care in the repairs, and your methodical approach are inspiring. I look forward to more restorations!
You are very welcome! I appreciate it!
There's no end to your skill set and expertise. Such a pleasure to watch and learn. Even the most mundane you make into riveting viewing and give so much pleasure. It does look pretty good especially in its place in the home.
Thank you Alison!
I would have never thought I would one day do any restoration but here I am. A friend asked me if I would do a mid century table and against my better judgment I did. And it was very rewarding.
Your videos are so informative and inspirational for me. I have done an old hutch and looking forward to doing more. Thank you for showing your amazing skills and tricks for so many aspects of the work.
Thanks! That's great! Yes, it is very satisfying to do this work, even with the inevitable frustrations!
Another masterfully executed restoration!!! An absolutely beautiful piece of furniture!
Thank you!
Nice work Thomas. Good for another 100 years. It's a beautiful piece antique and functional. Thanks for sharing.
You're welcome!
Your work never ceases to amaze me. Nice seeing the baby girl again...
Thanks! It was good seeing her
would love to see the owners surprise at the finish. Such a beautiful job Tom! Thanks for bringing us along!
You're welcome Tim!
The best furniture restorer in the world 👌👍 please don't stop what you are doing. This videos are therapeutic excellent 👌 🙌 work keep living.
Wow, thank you!
I watch from beginning to end because it is extremely relaxing watching Tom work..lol.
Thanks! Yes, I hear that a lot
Some nice up-close video work. The repair and final outcome were excellent as usual. It was also nice to see old Bella.
Thanks!
Oh my, what a wonderful time I've had watching that! At one point my wife asked me if I was ok because I was so quiet. When I told her I was watching you, she commented that I had definitely lowered my blood pressure.😊
I had to wait until the right time to view it all in one go but it was so worth it. I love to watch you magically make the new bits disappear not by making the whole piece look new but by blending seamlessly with original. Oh it's just masterful, thank you. I'm in a lot of pain this morning but that nearly two hours helped put it on the back burner. Beautiful, just beautiful, thank you for that peaceful start to my day Tom. 👍
Edit: I almost forgot to say how much I appreciate the skill and work that goes into the making of the video itself. It must add so much time to your work which I'm sure you then have to calculate out when quoting for your clients. Really appreciate that and they just get better and better so I feel like I'm watching over your shoulder as you do the most intricate work. 👌
Thank you Jude! I appreciate your kind words, and I'm so happy that you could enjoy it enough to forget your troubles for awhile. That's something I never anticipated happening and it makes it all worthwhile
I ask myself.....what is it that allows me such pleasure in following along with your restorations?
Having no personal knowledge or expertise.........i cheer you on as you bring these historic pieces to new life!
Such patience and commitment!
Gooòoo Thomas!
And.......THANKYOU!
You're welcome! I appreciate that!
Hallo Tom , wieder eine großartige Arbeit. Immer wieder spannend wie du die Aufgaben erledigst eine ware Meisterleistung. ☺👍
Thank you!
Hello 👋, nice outcome. Learning so much with each of your restorations. Very thankful 🙏. Heard the storm, the girls 🐓, and so nice to see Ella 🌟.
Thanks! It was good to see her...
Wow, a monumental task of small puzzle pieces, now it is ready for another 100 years! congratulations!
Thank you!
I agree with kerrykrishna! I discovered your channel when I was ill and thoroughly enjoyed binging your channel while I recover. You are an artist! I love your attention to detail!!
Thank you! I'm glad you're feeling better
Another masterclass. Thank you Tom.
You're welcome!
Thomas: what a gorgeous restoration job. And the skilled craftsmanship that went into it. Magnificent! Great video. Carol from California
Thank you Carol!
Aww, sweet Ella. ❤️ The dresser turned out amazing! I find your videos so soothing as well as informative. Thank you for sharing your work! ☺️
You are so welcome!
Hello Tom, I get so very happy to see Ella and it means so much to watch you work. Thank you!
You're welcome!
Just liked to see you perform the „glue a matchstick in the hole to get grip for the screw „ -trick I‘ve learned from my grandpa. As always a hilarious job, thank you ever so much!
Thanks! Yes, the old matchstick trick!
Amazing transformation. I like your only fix or replace what is necessary and let the piece retain its character. Nice seeing Miss Ella again.. I know you must miss her company.. Looking forward to you next project.. Enjoy your weekend.
Thanks so much! Yes, we're missing her
The color turned out beautiful. Hard to believe it could look this nice!
Thanks! It did come out nice! I like this piece
Love this long format…….. one can really settle down for some serious watching!! I’d love to see how you sharpen your chisels, they look razor sharp. As always the mark of a true craftsman is he makes it look easy.
Love it, love it
Dave.
Thanks! I use the Work Sharp system
Wish, oh how I wish..I had spent time with my dad in his workshop! We did get time together in the greenhouse and build memories ❤. Love this show!
Thanks! Me too - my Dad died when I was 22 - way to soon
Another masterpiece of restoration, as always executed perfectly. You are a great teacher and make me realise just how much I have to learn. Thank you.
You're welcome!
Thank you. Watching The Master is still the best medicine for helping to forget the pain.
You're welcome!
Always amazed by your work of art 🥰👍
Thanks!
Thanks Tom for bringing out this longer version of the restoration of this beautiful piece. I found it so relaxing to watch you bring it back to a stunning finish. Watching you use your skills and expertise should be on prescription as a great way to relax.
You're welcome! That's nice
Best 150 minutes I spent. Beautiful restoration ❤
Thank you! That's nice
Your expertise can only be matched by the absolute care you put into these wonderful, old pieces. I also want to thank you for letting us hear your thoughts as you work. Stunning outcome, as always!
You are very welcome!
You are a true master. You have real experience tempered with extreme patience my friend. You respect age and honor it in each piece. I love to watch you.
Thank you! That's very nice
The way you present your videos, it makes me feel I'm there with you.
Thank you! That's great!
Tom, I was so sorry to hear about Ella. She has been your co-star and friend, for a long time. Thanks for making a video about her.
I don't know if this was your longest video, but it certainly kept my attention throughout. I look forward to those alternate Fridays.
I sent you an email with an update on my repair project.
Thanks for being a blessing to so many of us.
Thanks Chip. Yes, we are grieving! But it's better everyday. This was originally published in 2 parts, I was worried it might be too long! But a lot of people like it. I saw your email - did I not respond? I'll check it out
@@johnsonrestoration I've not seen a response. But, please don't feel obligated.
Another masterclass lesson in restoration. Just out of interest, I watch other restoration videos and the number of restorers that seem to replace panels instead of carefully disassembling the unit is quite common. There are a couple of exceptions but your methods make me smile knowing that originality is paramount and that your completion of a unit is generally as close to the original as one can get. 😁👍🏻🇦🇺
Thanks! I don't see other videos (no time) but I figure I can't go wrong by saving as much of the original as possible.
It was lovely to see Ella again. She was a great companion. ❤
Thank you! She was...
Lovely! I learn so much from watching you. Thank you for your meticulous and calm approach.❤
You're welcome!
Beautiful restoration and a good long video with the bonus of our lovely Ella. Thank you both xx
You are welcome!
I find watching you craft your work very therapeutic. Thank you🙏👍🏴
You're welcome!
Another excellent video. I congratulate you not only for your lifetime of dedication to furniture work but also your very excellent video productions. While being a contemporary of you I have learned so many things even as I have pursued antiques repair and restoration for 40 years. I also have used you as an inspiration to try and produce some videos of some of my work. I'm now retiring from antiques repair and restoration more to due with the failure to attract viewers than becoming less interested in the trade. I only pursued the trade full time after many years as a master carpenter and that has been the better part of 10 years.
Carry on and best wishes.
Thanks! I appreciate that. I've been making videos for 11 years, and only started making any meaningful income 4 years ago. It was a slow build! I hope you get back into the shop once in a while. I'm looking forward to building more furniture and other things
The antique samurai strikes yet again! Always great work Thomas!
Always! Thanks!
Its a pleasure to watch your videos Tom. I never thought of using craft paper to smooth out dust particles and I will be giving it a try.
Thanks! It's amazing how well that works. Any "nits" that are too big I will "shave" of with a razor blade, although there's a learning curve with the razor blade though
I love everything about this chanel. This man’s craft is simply beautiful.
Thank you! That's nice
Of course it's going to look good after all the hard work you have put in. Awesome job as always. Thanks for posting.
You’re welcome!
What gorgeous result. The restoration was utterly brilliant.
Thank you!
I love watching your process. I’m rehabbing an old sewing table. It’s probably late 1920’s. Beautiful crotch veneer on the face. It was stored for many years in a basement garage and when I pulled it out most of the veneer on the top, sides and back was bubbled and wavy. Since I didn’t know any better I moved it into another garage. But I didn’t secure the veneer with tape. Well it was moved around and used as a bench by someone and got motor oil on the top. The next time I pulled it out the top was ruined and a lot of the veneer was lost. So my ignorant self pulled the rest of the wavy veneer off. It came off fairly easily. I did try to take it off in big pieces. And saved all the pieces. I ordered some two ply walnut wood from Rockler to replace the top, sides, and back since I wasn’t informed that I could use the thinner smaller pieces of veneer that they sell. I thought the bigger roll would be best as I had a lot area to cover. Well I’m still working on it. I have decided to repair some veneer on the inside table top where the machine sits with all the pieces I have. At least there will be 3 surfaces with original veneer. I’m learning a lot and I refer to your videos and ask lots of questions. I truly appreciate your work and how willing you are to teach your craft. Thank you so much!
You're welcome! Wow! that's quite a project! It sounds like you're doing everything right
Your workmanship is tophat., but the parts I like most, is first : the scraping of the glue of the wood and second seeing the finished piece. Keep up the good work.
Thank you!
I really appreciate these complete videos.
I hate being teased with short, multi-part videos that never seem to get to completion.
Thanks! I don’t like them either although sometimes it’s necessary
Very nice restoration on what is a very nice set off draws liked the fact you waxed the bottom of the draws runners to make the slide easier. 👍😀😀
Thanks! Yes, the wax does wonders!
Incredible! What a beautiful piece of art/furniture, and you restored it perfectly!
Thank you very much!
Your videos are so well filmed and edited. Thank you for taking time to share.
You are so welcome!
This looks so familiar it gas to be a repeat. Especially the grain matching on the base. That said it still holds many lessons for me! I enjoy your work and teaching.
Thanks! Yes, it was a 2 part series in 2021
It sure was fun to watching this video. Thank you once again for posting your work.
You're welcome!
The piece must have great sentimental value, because it isn't something historically important, but your dedication to excellence and your professionalism overcomes the obvious questions of why spend a few thousand dollars resorting a piece worth a few hundred dollars.
Thanks for an excellent video, Thomas.
You're welcome! Everything I work on is here for sentimental reasons!
Enjoyed the video Tom. What pretty figure wood on that piece. Your years of experience really show in all phases of the restoration. Beautiful old piece. Thank you taking the time to produce the videos. I can imagine how you must miss Ella.You all take care and God bless.
Thank you Ron! We miss her a lot...
beautiful piece of furniture and lovely to see Ella ❤
Thanks!
Hi Tom, Greetings from the Wirral UK, watching you work is like going back in time for me, my late Grandfather who passed away aged 66 years of age ( My Late Grandmother always said WW2 killed him because he was special forces during the war and he saw some horrible things Belsin and other concentration camps etc ) in 1985 was a cabinet maker he worked on the ocean liners being built at Camel Larids on the Mersey River. He obviously worked on the outfitting of the ships, and afterwards, he used to do precisely the same as you restoration of antiques from the mid-1960s until his death when I was 17 in 1985.
Regards
Professor Mark Woods
Thank you Mark! That is all so interesting - I'm glad you got to know him, and have such memories
Another information-packed treat for us, Tom! Veneer repairs were a real feature for me. Thanks!
You're welcome!