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Oh, that’s lovely, Barry! What I appreciate is that you didn’t dismiss it as “just birch” and paint it. It looks simple and quietly elegant. Well done!
I took that to mean he was happy to see it was birch. I listened twice. When they made that they used oak mostly only for utilitarian things. They didn't like a lot of grain, so birch or maple would have been a better choice for furniture. Unless a tiger oak or a burl, other woods were considered finer and less country or rustic.
I just built a bed using crap pine. I stained it but it looked great bare. Everyone’s favorite part is the grain pattern! “How did you do that?!” According to UA-cam experts, I messed up really badly and poof! Beautiful bed. 😅😂 Justice for all wood! Wood is *beautiful*! Edit: no disrespect for painting. Your furniture should look how you want!
And the light wood gives it a scandi vib. I am waiting to hear from him, but I am thinking there is no finish to damage. It probably feels like velvet.
This would have been a piece overlooked by most people for the garish paint job and the oddly applied Fleur-De-Lis stamping. You did restore the chest of drawers to a useable, functioning piece of furniture. Great episode Barry.
Isn’t it wonderful to think that a tree can make something as beautiful as that with the help of skilled men. It is truly a beautiful piece of art. The natural quality of the wood is nature at its best and it’s quite sad that all of that was hidden under the Barbie pink paint. This is an incredible reincarnation of a lost piece. You should be very proud Barry, another beautiful piece resuscitated and brought back into existence. Xx
I’m so glad you used wax as the finish. The natural color is so lovely. I appreciate your efforts to educate us and make refinishing old pieces an accessible project for those without all the high end gadgets. Keep up the good work, Barry!
I’m always impressed by your technique, your narrations and your decisions on finishes. Another monster turned back into plain but delicate piece of furniture! No one would believe they were the same set of drawers! Well done, again, Barry!❤️
I love that you gave such a simple, yet elegant finish. This hard working dresser would have been purchased and cherished by a proud middle class American family! Bravo Barry!
Although it was pink and white in the beginning it is now bright wood and natural. I do like the blonde pieces more than the darker ones myself. They go with any decor and blend in naturally. Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful day
I have that exact dresser. The screws are the same. The inside of it is exactly the same. It even has cracks in the same place. I painted mine, as arthritis and other physical problems , prevent me from doing the fine work you do. I can't wait to see what yours becomes😊❤
You saved this discarded ugly dresser life😊! Thank goodness you chose to take a chance on it! Love the natural finish an all the hard work stripping that ugly paint! Turned out gorgeous! 🥰
It's a wonderful old piece. I love the clean lines without any unneeded fuss. Simply beautiful all on its own. Fantastic work, Barry! I admire your skill🎉 16:28
It's a cute little dresser for a child's room the way it is but I can't wait to see it in it's complete restored former glory when you're finished with it! ❤
By far my FAVORITE piece you’ve refinished!! I absolutely love the clear wax finish, I wish it were used more in projects on UA-cam. What a stunning, simple yet versatile piece!! I could see it as an entry table/console, an addition for extra counter space in a kitchen (perhaps even a makeshift island if it’s a small kitchen), even a sink vanity if someone wanted to convert it for that purpose-the possibilities are truly endless! 💝
Seeing you use dental tools brings me back to my happy place. I’m retired now but as a Vet Tech, I absolutely loved to do dental cleanings on dogs and cats. I’m not sure why I loved something that no one else did, but I found t so gratifying. Thanks for always bringing thoughtful content to your viewers. ♥️👍🙏
I love the light color! I’m old enough that I grew up with blonde woodwork, then teak was in, lived through oak everything, then the dark wood craze and then gray everything. I love seeing the light colors come back.
Thank you for saving this chest. The natural wood is so much better than pink /lavender. I'm happy to see it restored to it's original beauty. If anyone complains about a piece being made of "just birch" so them a picture of this piece. Natural elegance personified. Awesome job Barry!
Wonderful! I suggest you taking a photo of the previous condition of the piece of furniture, so as customers can realise how many efforts you made and appreciate your work. I've just subscribed. A big hug from the Alps (Italy) ❤
You really never disappoint Barry. I get so excited when my notification bell alerts me that you’ve posted. And I love love this natural look. Hope your travels have been good and relaxing. Thank you for all you do for us and bringing wonderful content. 🇺🇸
I am enthralled by your thinking in the process of refinishing. We benefit from your learnings. Grateful also for the treatment with wax for this church piece. Healing,the whole process.
It looks beautiful, Barry! I LOVE it when the natural colour of the wood is celebrated... especially after such painstaking removal of old finishes. Thank you!
Barry, I really enjoy seeing the lighter finish. I usually go for medium-dark stains myself. I hope you had a fantastic summer and may all of your endeavor$ be more than enough. Peace be with you Barry Most sincerely from The Great Lake State of Michigan 🐢
I just found your channel as I was looking for some demos about refreshing or refinishing old furniture. I’ve inherited several pieces through the years and some of them need some “help”! 😂 I had a couple pieces refinished by experienced people but around here they are crazy expensive. 😬
I'm sure this was how it would have looked originally when it was new. Your craftmanship gave this a new lease of life. A true labour of love. Thanks for sharing.
@@tysonperna8844 faux tiger oak. I’ve a piece quite like it. Most of the finish remains intact, have to fix a few wear spots on the top. Well built old piece. Looks quite lovely in its natural glory, but would have come from the shop with the old dark tiger oak paint job as styles at the time demanded. Well done saving this piece.
Looks great. I love finding things to refinish. Just finished an old buffet found painted and abused sitting by a dumpster. Its now my daughters bar area in her library.
watching all the videos made me confident to refinish a mass produced, painted headboard. i do not recommend that for a first project. but im glad i had the experience, even if it isnt something ill be doing more of in the future!
Just spent 5 days in Waterloo visiting my inlaws and brother-in-law. It was a glorious contrast to the humidity and heat of the South. I know you've had a very wet spring and summer, but we enjoyed the vibrant green of the grass and trees. You took something that was probably handmade and gave it another life. Great choice with the wax. I always admire your patience.
The chest of drawers has turned out so beautifully. I particularly like the fact that you haven't painted it dark and that you haven't added any bulky handles.
Absolutely Adorable! So BEAUTIFUL! Fresh, elegant and classic! You never disappoint your viewers. Your workshop is the best, most practical and tidy that can exist! Thanks so much for sharing and undertaking this challenging restoration!
Looking at the back of the dresser, it was apparent that it had a lot more class than the garish paint would lead you to believe. Altho I would have opted for a stain, it still came out with a quiet dignity. Congratulations on saving its life.
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Oh, that’s lovely, Barry! What I appreciate is that you didn’t dismiss it as “just birch” and paint it. It looks simple and quietly elegant. Well done!
I took that to mean he was happy to see it was birch. I listened twice. When they made that they used oak mostly only for utilitarian things. They didn't like a lot of grain, so birch or maple would have been a better choice for furniture. Unless a tiger oak or a burl, other woods were considered finer and less country or rustic.
Simple and elegant was exactly what I was thinking! Love it too.
I just built a bed using crap pine. I stained it but it looked great bare. Everyone’s favorite part is the grain pattern! “How did you do that?!” According to UA-cam experts, I messed up really badly and poof! Beautiful bed. 😅😂
Justice for all wood! Wood is *beautiful*!
Edit: no disrespect for painting. Your furniture should look how you want!
leaving the wood natural and unstained is just gorgeous!.
And the light wood gives it a scandi vib. I am waiting to hear from him, but I am thinking there is no finish to damage. It probably feels like velvet.
Agreed. Very fresh and calming look! Nice work Sir Barry. 😎 💙
I'm not often so fanciful, but the reveal had me thinking I heard this piece heaving a sigh of relief. ❤
This would have been a piece overlooked by most people for the garish paint job and the oddly applied Fleur-De-Lis stamping. You did restore the chest of drawers to a useable, functioning piece of furniture. Great episode Barry.
I think the look of birch is so clean and pure. It's beautiful.
Gorgeous! From an ugly duckling to a beautiful swan! Thanks for saving this chest!
Isn’t it wonderful to think that a tree can make something as beautiful as that with the help of skilled men. It is truly a beautiful piece of art. The natural quality of the wood is nature at its best and it’s quite sad that all of that was hidden under the Barbie pink paint. This is an incredible reincarnation of a lost piece. You should be very proud Barry, another beautiful piece resuscitated and brought back into existence. Xx
I’m so glad you used wax as the finish. The natural color is so lovely. I appreciate your efforts to educate us and make refinishing old pieces an accessible project for those without all the high end gadgets. Keep up the good work, Barry!
I’m always impressed by your technique, your narrations and your decisions on finishes. Another monster turned back into plain but delicate piece of furniture! No one would believe they were the same set of drawers! Well done, again, Barry!❤️
I love that you gave such a simple, yet elegant finish. This hard working dresser would have been purchased and cherished by a proud middle class American family! Bravo Barry!
That dresser was practically screaming for a makeover! You were able to take it from awful to amazing! Great job!!
Tremendous amount of work. It looks amazing.
Thank you
Although it was pink and white in the beginning it is now bright wood and natural. I do like the blonde pieces more than the darker ones myself. They go with any decor and blend in naturally. Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful day
Always a joy to see you work Barry and I admire your gentle spirit.
I have that exact dresser. The screws are the same. The inside of it is exactly the same. It even has cracks in the same place. I painted mine, as arthritis and other physical problems , prevent me from doing the fine work you do. I can't wait to see what yours becomes😊❤
You saved this discarded ugly dresser life😊! Thank goodness you chose to take a chance on it! Love the natural finish an all the hard work stripping that ugly paint! Turned out gorgeous! 🥰
I think it's beautiful. I love birch wood.❤❤❤
The finish is beautiful.
An appreciation for the tree that was cut to become this dresser ❤️ and a lesson in finding the beauty in the sublime
Well said
It's a wonderful old piece. I love the clean lines without any unneeded fuss. Simply beautiful all on its own. Fantastic work, Barry! I admire your skill🎉 16:28
It's a cute little dresser for a child's room the way it is but I can't wait to see it in it's complete restored former glory when you're finished with it! ❤
Thank you 😊
Gorgeous. The natural waxed finish is lovely.
What I like so much about real wood is that it's durable, and fixable. It also has its own natural beauty.
By far my FAVORITE piece you’ve refinished!! I absolutely love the clear wax finish, I wish it were used more in projects on UA-cam. What a stunning, simple yet versatile piece!! I could see it as an entry table/console, an addition for extra counter space in a kitchen (perhaps even a makeshift island if it’s a small kitchen), even a sink vanity if someone wanted to convert it for that purpose-the possibilities are truly endless! 💝
Thank you so much!
WOOOOW!! The woodgrain is gorgeous! Thankyou for leaving it natural!
You saved the dressers life your results are beautiful
I was admiring your furniture lift. What a great idea.
Im so glad you left this lovely old piece so of its history on its surfaces. You did a great, gentle restoration. Thank you!❤
This is a beautiful dresser from start to finish, (the pink was well intended 💗💞💗).
Thank you! 😊
From junk to treasure! ❤
Seeing you use dental tools brings me back to my happy place. I’m retired now but as a Vet Tech, I absolutely loved to do dental cleanings on dogs and cats. I’m not sure why I loved something that no one else did, but I found t so gratifying. Thanks for always bringing thoughtful content to your viewers.
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That is awesome!
Beautiful result Barry 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
The hard work shines with your artistic ability. Now a work of art. Bravo Barry!
Thank you
Lovely job Barry. I love that you waxed it and not used varnish. Simple and plain, but very beautiful...another great save.
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So refreshing to see this piece to be restored to its natural beauty.
I love the light color! I’m old enough that I grew up with blonde woodwork, then teak was in, lived through oak everything, then the dark wood craze and then gray everything. I love seeing the light colors come back.
Thank you for saving this chest. The natural wood is so much better than pink /lavender. I'm happy to see it restored to it's original beauty. If anyone complains about a piece being made of "just birch" so them a picture of this piece. Natural elegance personified. Awesome job Barry!
Wonderful! I suggest you taking a photo of the previous condition of the piece of furniture, so as customers can realise how many efforts you made and appreciate your work.
I've just subscribed. A big hug from the Alps (Italy) ❤
Thanks for the tip!
Nice work, Barry! This little guy turned out to be rather lovely and you did a great job!
Thank you
You really never disappoint Barry. I get so excited when my notification bell alerts me that you’ve posted. And I love love this natural look. Hope your travels have been good and relaxing. Thank you for all you do for us and bringing wonderful content. 🇺🇸
Oh, Barry, this piece is timeless now! I love the natural color. You've restored it to its original beauty.
I am enthralled by your thinking in the process of refinishing. We benefit from your learnings. Grateful also for the treatment with wax for this church piece. Healing,the whole process.
Birch not church piece
Thank you so much 😊
You chose wisely! Wonderful video as always.
Thank you!
I've been a fan of "bare" for quite some time now...the new knobs were truly all the "glamour" it needed. 🎉
A diamond in the rough
Well done many long hours paid off
The results are brilliant 🤩 👍👏
What a beautiful restoration!!! I love the simple lines and the light colored wood.
Thank you Barry...great job done..such a fantastic transformation...love the wood colour...greetings from Australia...
Thank you for watching!
Good job on this one. I appreciate the new look of this dresser.
Thank you! 😊
Really great work Barry, have a nice day. Brian UK !!!.😀😀👍👍🏁.
I really enjoyed this video. Straight forward with whimsical music. It was exactly what I needed. Thanks Barry!
Thank you so much
Beautiful job Barry, you are like the Bob Ross of furniture makeovers, so relaxing to watch x
Wow, thank you!
It looks beautiful, Barry! I LOVE it when the natural colour of the wood is celebrated... especially after such painstaking removal of old finishes.
Thank you!
Thank you 😊
Amazing!! You could just see the beauty under all that old "bubble gum" paint. Very nice job!! It looks so brand new now!!
Thank you very much!
Barry, I really enjoy seeing the lighter finish. I usually go for medium-dark stains myself. I hope you had a fantastic summer and may all of your endeavor$ be more than enough.
Peace be with you Barry
Most sincerely from
The Great Lake State of Michigan 🐢
Thank you for the support from Michigan!
What a sweet little dresser that turned out to be under your care! Beautiful job!
Thank you again for a wonderful video your workmanship is outstanding and listening to you is a pleasure
Thank you so much 😊
Much improved over the painted version.
Thank you
I just found your channel as I was looking for some demos about refreshing or refinishing old furniture. I’ve inherited several pieces through the years and some of them need some “help”! 😂 I had a couple pieces refinished by experienced people but around here they are crazy expensive. 😬
Love to hear this. Welcome to the channel
Wow what a transformation, the before looks tired well loved used and heavy, now it looks light and totally refreshed.
Just beautiful, Barry. The colour is natural but not cold and the satin lustre the wax produces is lovely. Thank you.
Thank you
I'm sure this was how it would have looked originally when it was new.
Your craftmanship gave this a new lease of life.
A true labour of love.
Thanks for sharing.
When it was new it had that faux wood grain finish that was below the pale paint.
@@tysonperna8844 Wow!
I love the care and attention you took to turn this piece into a masterpiece.
@@tysonperna8844 faux tiger oak. I’ve a piece quite like it. Most of the finish remains intact, have to fix a few wear spots on the top. Well built old piece. Looks quite lovely in its natural glory, but would have come from the shop with the old dark tiger oak paint job as styles at the time demanded. Well done saving this piece.
@@cynjohnson1967 @happyandblessed5640 It wasn't me who saved it. :D Thank Barry.
Quite a simple looking but pretty chest of drawers. I Like the pale natural wood colour
I have to say Barry you have done a fantastic job on this piece it will look great in someone's home
It looks so good now! Very well done, Barry!
Many thanks!
Lovely job and result. The natural wood finish was a good choice. You have a very pleasant soothing voice too.
Very good job that turn so so beautiful
Wonderful job Barry, I much prefer the natural look! 😍
So simple Barry, buy so pretty in its simplicity.
Ficou linda. Estava terrivelmente feia e pintada e agora teve a sua dignidade restaurada! 👏🏼🇧🇷
Turned out to be a lovely piece. I like the choice to wax it and have a natural finish. ❤
Looks great. I love finding things to refinish. Just finished an old buffet found painted and abused sitting by a dumpster. Its now my daughters bar area in her library.
I love this
Barry, Thank you for another great video. I hope all is well. Thanks again, John Wagner
watching all the videos made me confident to refinish a mass produced, painted headboard. i do not recommend that for a first project. but im glad i had the experience, even if it isnt something ill be doing more of in the future!
Oh, so much better!
Just spent 5 days in Waterloo visiting my inlaws and brother-in-law. It was a glorious contrast to the humidity and heat of the South. I know you've had a very wet spring and summer, but we enjoyed the vibrant green of the grass and trees. You took something that was probably handmade and gave it another life. Great choice with the wax. I always admire your patience.
Wow! What a small world. I know Waterloo well
really beautiful work, love the natural finish and being able to see the natural beauty of the wood. thanks for another great video!
Thank you 😊
Thank you Barry, I have a deep fondness for these plain jane pieces of furniture. She will carry on nicely now. 🤗❤️🌈🙏🕊️
Wonderful!
Omg😮 one word Beautiful godbless ❤💋
A true master's work. Congratulations!
It turned out so beautiful!
Thank you 😊
I actually liked the stamped fluers on the piece.
Me too
Thanks for the discount! I am excited to explore woodworkers guild!
Once again you worked your magic. Beautiful work.
Another labour of love Barry
Absolutely beautiful ❤
Thank you! 😊
Lovely restoration Barry 😍👏🤩 I too find furniture refinishing very therapeutic as it allows your mind time to wander without constant distractions! 🥰
The chest of drawers has turned out so beautifully. I particularly like the fact that you haven't painted it dark and that you haven't added any bulky handles.
Absolutely Adorable! So BEAUTIFUL! Fresh, elegant and classic! You never disappoint your viewers. Your workshop is the best, most practical and tidy that can exist! Thanks so much for sharing and undertaking this challenging restoration!
Love the reveal. You always keep your integrity solid with your choices...love that!
Barry, I love how organized und well kept your workshop is😊
Love the natural wood look. Excellent job on this!
Your work always shows the natural beauty of whatever piece you are working on. I just love that!
Love the wax finish on this piece, looks 100% better!
Thank you 😊
I really like the light colored final finish. Nice!
That was a dresser that had a faux oak finish originally. Very nice clean finish you gave it.
You mean like a tiger oak finish? The reason I would argue that is that they were carful and selective with the veneer.
@@rockshot100 you can see the painted oak finish underneath as he was stripping it off.
Another beautiful transformation, Berry. Well done!
Wonderful job my friend. It's so satisfying to see the result of your work! Cheers from Brazil!
Looking at the back of the dresser, it was apparent that it had a lot more class than the garish paint would lead you to believe. Altho I would have opted for a stain, it still came out with a quiet dignity. Congratulations on saving its life.
Great feedback!
I have a new appreciation for Birch now. The dresser is lovely, and the chair in the background is very interesting.
Thank you!
I'm happy to say that as a person not normally fond of blond furniture, I truly love this finished piece ...
Another great job, Barry!
Cheers, mate.