DIY DESK from TRASHED FURNITURE | FLEXISPOT E7 PRO

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  • Опубліковано 25 гру 2023
  • FLEXISPOT E7/E7pro Standing Desk
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    I purchased this custom coffee table for $10 from Facebook marketplace. The top is made from solid pine. This is the perfect donor piece to build a new top for this ergonomic standing desk.
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  • @MadCityModern
    @MadCityModern  5 місяців тому +17

    FLEXISPOT E7/E7pro Standing Desk
    Use the exclusive code "BFYTB". You can get $30 off your E7/E7pro/C7 purchase.
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    This Short Video is an Extension of My Most Recent Project. This gave me an opportunity to test this Clear Wax Polish on Pine. Thank you for all your support! Barry

  • @flexispotus
    @flexispotus 5 місяців тому +18

    Turning an old desk into a new one. Environmentally friendly and practical. The legs of the E7 table are installed with the modified tabletop, perfectly matching the ergonomic C7 chair.

    • @pattyharrison6386
      @pattyharrison6386 5 місяців тому

      It's awesome your company is a sponsor of this channel.
      A desk like that,,,, wow, what a game changer. My craft room is basically going unused, I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2021, and on entering the hospital that day for a bilateral mastectomy on April 9th, 2021, I was told it was stage 1. Well, during surgery, the Dr found that 19 of my lymph nodes were cancerous, so the classification got bumped to stage 3. The following few days were a blur & then I was taken back to the hospital for a CAT scan & Full body Bone scan. These are to see where else it's spread to.
      Wouldn't ya know it? My cancer went to the bones, I already have hardware in my lower spine, and in my C-spine, & that's exactly where Cancer went all around my lower spine. My ribs etc...
      Sighs,,, I can't get my wheelchair behind my desk & I'm just screwed because I don't have anyone to help me. Oh well hopes you enjoy the desk it's beautiful

    • @SisterShirley
      @SisterShirley 4 місяці тому

  • @janetd4862
    @janetd4862 5 місяців тому +7

    I wasn’t sure that table could be much of anything, but really like how it turned out. Seeing how hard you worked to get that finish off….it reminds us that even “simple” things take time. Great piece!

  • @janvafa9959
    @janvafa9959 5 місяців тому +2

    You remind me of my father (a farmer and WWII vet who had a scrap iron pile and who kept a supply of scrap lumber in one of the sheds… he repurposed a lot of things others considered garbage!

  • @keithhaggard323
    @keithhaggard323 5 місяців тому +5

    I'm thinking the green tint was to counteract the natural red of the pine wood. This was a great fix to repurpose the coffee table top for the new desk. I always enjoy every episode Barry.

    • @rockshot100
      @rockshot100 5 місяців тому

      I was thinking the same, but that was a LOT of green, and it didn't work. I tint my topcoat to adjust the color and it works like that spray toner. That is easier for me to control.
      Could have been painted green then a bad strip job? Second look, maybe a light green stain that didn't take on the hard wood. It looked like pressure treated lumber. He did a good job with just the wax.

  • @donnerpartyofone2723
    @donnerpartyofone2723 5 місяців тому +6

    I’m not a big fan of pine furniture, but that’s one of the prettiest pine table tops I’ve ever seen. And I love that you left the little paint flecks in.

  • @pitsnipe5559
    @pitsnipe5559 5 місяців тому +5

    Nice, most folks would dismiss this piece as junk since it was obviously made with construction grade lumber. My work bench was made with 2x4’s and after planing it and applying an oil finish it looks great. Hope you had a joyful Christmas and looking forward to a wonder filled 2024.

  • @CONSTELLATION_PEGASUS
    @CONSTELLATION_PEGASUS 5 місяців тому +4

    That really turned out great, Barry...and I was surprised 😂 I'm usually not a fan of the modern look, but that top, after you refinished it, looks really fantastic on that base. It actually gave the posts of the base, that expand up and down, an Art Deco/skyscraper look. The remnants of the old finish added to its character, too. It turned out really good! Great job!

  • @garymichaelgallien9382
    @garymichaelgallien9382 5 місяців тому

    What a beautiful man with a beautiful spirit.

  • @KrisOttawaIl
    @KrisOttawaIl 3 місяці тому

    Greetings from Ottawa, Il😊 I so enjoyed meeting you yesterday @ the antique mall! I’m so glad I got up the nerve to ask you if you were a UA-cam refinisher! We share a love for Lane MCM tables, which is what drew me to your channel. Blessings in all your future endeavors 😇

  • @shirleyannconfer9651
    @shirleyannconfer9651 4 місяці тому

    The reuse of the frame for a raised garden bed is a great idea! I would love to see how that turns out.

  • @richardpfefier1171
    @richardpfefier1171 5 місяців тому +2

    I like how the wax finished up on the top, a nice clean look making a great looking desk. It reminded me of a piece I did 40 years ago, and still have, my coffee table. It is an oval cherry table, I got it in a scratch and dent sale at a department store in Indianapolis, where i lived at the time. There was a healthy dent in the top of the table, and the finish on the top was badly scratched. I used a stripper to remove the finish, (the legs and base were in good shape). On a suggestion, I used linseed oil to finish the top. I was told linseed oil had been used as a finish by some since colonial times on nice woods, and specifically on wooden gun stocks, so I decided to try it as an experiment. I applied 4 coats over a number of weeks, letting it sit overnight and then buffing it out. It did darken the cherry a bit, but gave a warm, mellow glow to the wood without the sheen of a varnish or poly. Since then, a little beeswax polish a few times a year and it still looks great.
    Enough of my story, wonderful repurpose of that table top, and it looks beautiful. Great work as always. You have a Happy New Year and wishing you continued success with your chancel in 2024!

  • @fernlintner65
    @fernlintner65 4 місяці тому

    Enjoy your videos hope you have some more soon. Don’t let goofy people deter you! Your work is great.

  • @joyceclark8476
    @joyceclark8476 5 місяців тому +1

    Hello Barry, what a beautiful desk. I like the top of pine. Nice job. The chair looks correct for sitting properly. Many comfortable hours at your new setup for desk work. Joyce❤️🙏🇺🇸

  • @bfranklin1052
    @bfranklin1052 5 місяців тому +1

    What a nice finish the wax gave to this pine. I'm really impressed by the color. I like it much better than the way the wax came out for the dresser. Is that just a matter of different pines? This is just lovely. The Flexispot aspect of the desk is a great addition, too 😉

  • @clairemillette4645
    @clairemillette4645 5 місяців тому

    Salut Barry, système génial et très belle récupération un tout très pratique felicitation you the #1 👍👍👍🤗

  • @cwpowell9453
    @cwpowell9453 5 місяців тому +1

    Love the desk and chair! AND is that a panther? My very old, world traveler great aunt had a panther piece that looked like your piece. As a child, I carried it around like a pet. Loved her and her toys!

  • @annashepard6337
    @annashepard6337 5 місяців тому

    You are so awesome for bringing up the necessity to read the word, "couple" in the context of the entire document. Thank you.

  • @Greenacres1958
    @Greenacres1958 5 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful!!! You did not disappoint!

  • @VioletJoy
    @VioletJoy 5 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful AND practical. 👍

  • @diamondperidot
    @diamondperidot 4 місяці тому

    Glad you are back.

  • @lynny6754
    @lynny6754 4 місяці тому

    Just found your channel and love it -- subscribed. I find it strangely calming to watch you transform pieces while I have my morning coffee.

  • @juliemarkham4332
    @juliemarkham4332 5 місяців тому

    Congrats on the new desktop.

  • @jodidavis6595
    @jodidavis6595 5 місяців тому

    What a perfect why to recycle. That looks very nice. Look forward to seeing your raised garden/ vegetable bed using the frame and legs from the table. I’ve been meaning to mention that I love and appreciate your American flag and your beautiful landscaping when you post a video. So nice 🇺🇸👍🏼❤️ Happy New Year Barry

  • @christinebrady6842
    @christinebrady6842 5 місяців тому +2

    It looks understated and pretty. I love it.

  • @moneymakingmikeg.9555
    @moneymakingmikeg.9555 5 місяців тому

    The table top came out great Barry. A nice, short, enjoyable video. But... if you don't get those weeds, & grass under control peaking through the patio cracks we CAN NOT be friends LOL!! Hoping all is well my friend, Dirty Jersey out!!

  • @Self-TaughtWoodworker
    @Self-TaughtWoodworker 4 місяці тому

    All this time I was watching your videos you reminded me of someone. Finally know who: Jonny Lee Miller...while he was playing Sherlock Holmes in Elementary.

  • @fraserwrobb3075
    @fraserwrobb3075 5 місяців тому +1

    Another nice one!

  • @helenaneumann1872
    @helenaneumann1872 4 місяці тому

    Happy New Year 2024!

  • @cynthiafisher9907
    @cynthiafisher9907 5 місяців тому +1

    I’m glad you have these nice tools to help with your work!

  • @katherineh2633
    @katherineh2633 5 місяців тому

    Nice desk and cool chair , i hope it helps you !

  • @patriciamay638
    @patriciamay638 5 місяців тому

    Nice wax. I've been researching finishes that don't turn pine orange. Thanks for the demo

  • @Dbeldin
    @Dbeldin 5 місяців тому

    happy holidays and a great new year..... best always from the pacific northwest.....

  • @_JanetLouise
    @_JanetLouise 5 місяців тому

    pretty ... well done ... will last a long time!

  • @rockshot100
    @rockshot100 5 місяців тому +4

    Barry, so that wax won't even yellow/orange with time? Of course it will some, but that is a big wow. I need some of that. The vestige of the old finish only added personality to that top, you must have heard me say, "don't worry about THAT!"
    Actually I have never seen pine that was stained look good. This is perfect for pine. It probably FEELS good as well. (if that makes sense.)

    • @MadCityModern
      @MadCityModern  5 місяців тому +3

      I've been told this will not change color over time, but that is why I wanted to test it on a piece I would be keeping. Great feedback as always. So glad to hear from you. Barry

  • @ralphramirez7815
    @ralphramirez7815 5 місяців тому +1

    I love your style

    • @MadCityModern
      @MadCityModern  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much. This short video is an extension from my last project

    • @rockshot100
      @rockshot100 5 місяців тому

      Yes, he keeps it simple.

  • @RhodaFry
    @RhodaFry 5 місяців тому +2

    That top looks really good. I love pine tho.😊

    • @MadCityModern
      @MadCityModern  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much. Glad to use this piece often as I edit

  • @chefmichaelt
    @chefmichaelt 5 місяців тому

    Very cool!

  • @myraholmes8702
    @myraholmes8702 5 місяців тому

    Very nice

  • @frankfolino3118
    @frankfolino3118 4 місяці тому

    So cool!!!!

  • @lauramorris3409
    @lauramorris3409 5 місяців тому

    very nice

  • @neilschipper3741
    @neilschipper3741 5 місяців тому +5

    Not too many people are knowledgeable about repurposing furniture. You can do a lot with a piece of derelict furniture😊

    • @MadCityModern
      @MadCityModern  5 місяців тому +4

      Thank you so much. I truly enjoy the challenge

  • @diysbydar
    @diysbydar 5 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful, be careful in any chair. I leaned back to stretch my back and fell over!!

  • @theboredcreative
    @theboredcreative 5 місяців тому +1

    Very nice work. But are you sure that is not Douglas Fir?

    • @_JanetLouise
      @_JanetLouise 5 місяців тому +1

      .....yeah and maybe pressure treated?? green .... hmmm

    • @arlenekerr1198
      @arlenekerr1198 5 місяців тому

      I was thinking the same thing, green tint in construction grade pine usually indicates treated with arsenic, it's cancer causing,nasty stuff. Use caution.

  • @sharonromer6606
    @sharonromer6606 5 місяців тому +1

    👍

  • @markwagner4909
    @markwagner4909 5 місяців тому

    Did I miss something? Did you move your workshop or move out of state? The place looks so empty.

  • @rockshot100
    @rockshot100 5 місяців тому +2

    Barry that wax is not expensive at all. Not compared to the old popular paste wax. Can I asked if maybe you could apply with a scrubby? Oh, and how many coats?

    • @MadCityModern
      @MadCityModern  5 місяців тому

      There are probably several ways to apply it. Easiest might just be with a shop towel. I put 3 coats on this one. Will prob still require annual maintenance

    • @rockshot100
      @rockshot100 5 місяців тому

      @@MadCityModern Well, that should take less that 15 minutes for another coat or two, very slightly harder than just dusting it. Perfect top for the fancy base because it looks like a workbench and it IS a workbench, yet not junky. I am thinking of half a scotchbrite and just leave that in the can. I just ordered it, we'll see.
      I just had a situation that I had to paint, then used a graining tool and that "glaze" over latex. You have all the time in the world to play with it, it is foolproof and easy. Two tricks: run grain it how the grain would logically go. Meaning you have to tape off the miters, let it dry, then go the opposite direction. 2: the graining tool is too stark of a contrast to look real, so just lightly drybrush for a nice natural blend. There are no tutorials. Lemon Lady wants to see it, so I will ask her to forward. You two can demonstrate.