This 200 year old chair was too hard to restore but I still did it

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In this video I will restore about 200 year old corner chair from Sweden. These are called also powder chairs, from the time when hair powdering was popular. The work took much more time, than I was prepared for. Was the result worth it? Let me know in the comments.
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  • @katherineschelp520
    @katherineschelp52024 күн бұрын

    Out of all the "restorers" I have come across on KZread you are 1 of 2 that I watch consistently. Your work never fails to amaze. The skills you have are to be envied.

  • @user-qd1yo5gh4o

    @user-qd1yo5gh4o

    24 күн бұрын

    who's second?

  • @outring

    @outring

    24 күн бұрын

    Who's the second one? Just need to watch something while waiting for new Ahti's videos 😅

  • @user-qd1yo5gh4o

    @user-qd1yo5gh4o

    24 күн бұрын

    @@outring Until I met someone better than him on the Internet.

  • @alla9916

    @alla9916

    24 күн бұрын

    Dashner

  • @alla9916

    @alla9916

    24 күн бұрын

    Chrigun maybe?

  • @brandynpetersen8017
    @brandynpetersen801724 күн бұрын

    And you wonder why a few hundred thousand people like to watch you work. That's just awesome.

  • @JustSayin916
    @JustSayin91624 күн бұрын

    Caning the seat! Restoring the faux wood design! It IS magic, and YOU are the magician. Just amazing. What a lovely chair. You restored its dignity!

  • @virginiaoflaherty2983

    @virginiaoflaherty2983

    24 күн бұрын

    Impressive indeed. I watch all your videos. You always demonstrate great techniques. Thank you!

  • @cheloalfonsocorrales6817

    @cheloalfonsocorrales6817

    22 күн бұрын

    Si la silla es de madera porque la pintas imitación de madera? No entiendo nada

  • @mariakowalska1139

    @mariakowalska1139

    21 күн бұрын

    Cudownie, misterna praca,super.

  • @lindasnow3960

    @lindasnow3960

    17 күн бұрын

    Nothing more needs to be said 😊

  • @user-jw5rj1qk5c
    @user-jw5rj1qk5c24 күн бұрын

    Никого лучше на каналах не видела. Удивительное мастерство, вкус, знания, бережное отношение к оригиналу. А какая культура производства! Мастерская, инструменты, всё выше всяких похвал. Единственное пожелание- больше роликов. Спасибо за доставленные положительные эмоции❤

  • @user-oo1qp4yi7p
    @user-oo1qp4yi7p15 күн бұрын

    Сколько труда вложено на восстановление! А кто-то бездумно покрасил в белый цвет.... Мы так с другом спасали стул из настоящего ДУБА, 1908 года. Его ПОКРАСИЛИ коричневой краской а потом выкинули на помойку! Мы потом битым стеклышком отскребали все и вышкуривали до блеска. Неделю вдвоем маялись, но стул получился- на загляденье. Подарили художнику в мастерскую. Благодарен за такие ролики- красоту надо возвращать в мир! Просто переживал заново рождение стульчика! Плетение седушки- отдельное восхищение за кропотливость и терпение!

  • @user-gy9ps2jc5c
    @user-gy9ps2jc5c24 күн бұрын

    Жаль, что видео всего 19 минут - за вашей работой можно наблюдать бесконечно, это настоящий релакс для меня ))) А это плетение, Ахти, очень красиво! Но это ж сколько нужно терпения и железные нервы, чтобы не психануть и не бросить минут через десять!!!

  • @sergeihanush2262

    @sergeihanush2262

    24 күн бұрын

    так он и психанул, просто не через 10 мин. Друга напряг)))

  • @robertgriffith9703
    @robertgriffith970324 күн бұрын

    I've Never Quite Understood the Allure of painting a Faux wood grain over Actual wood. That is until I saw You do it. Really Beautiful. It really is Art. It All depends on Artistic Interpretations doesn't It?

  • @user-bg2dr6uo6n
    @user-bg2dr6uo6n24 күн бұрын

    Смотреть на то, как Вы реставрируете мебель, просто удовольствие! У Вас золотые руки! Спасибо за видео! ❤

  • @user-dz1bx1ee7f
    @user-dz1bx1ee7f24 күн бұрын

    It was an amazing restoration. After watching this video, I realized that I shouldn't complain that handmade furniture is expensive.

  • @DannyMaas
    @DannyMaas24 күн бұрын

    My grandpa used to repair chairs like this. His father was a reed weaver by trade, and this certainly had my interest when I was young, but unfortunately I never learned this. Thank you for the memory.

  • @jodidavis6595
    @jodidavis659524 күн бұрын

    I watch about 15 restoration ppl on KZread. You sir have no equal! No one does what you do. I bought a sheet of cane to so a rocking chair and that was hard enough. Fantastic craftsmanship all the way around 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼🇺🇸

  • @gaslitworldf.melissab2897

    @gaslitworldf.melissab2897

    23 күн бұрын

    Yes. He should take on an apprentice. Antiques will remain in demand. Today, Americans covet mid-century pieces too.

  • @fletchro789
    @fletchro78924 күн бұрын

    The fake wood effect really works when you do everything with that technique! I was surprised by how fake and bad it looked when you first started, but then altogether it tricks you into thinking it's real wood! Nicely done!

  • @ruadhscottygirl2480

    @ruadhscottygirl2480

    24 күн бұрын

    I agree! I thought oh no! It’s a fail. But then AMAZING! It all worked together and looks lovely.

  • @martinmohlmann5036

    @martinmohlmann5036

    24 күн бұрын

    Agreed.

  • @acdallas6356
    @acdallas635624 күн бұрын

    Your patience is amazing. I would have lost my mind and the will to live after doing and re-doing the painting with cardboard one hundred times. A beautiful job, as always.

  • @EasyThereBigFella
    @EasyThereBigFella24 күн бұрын

    The time and diverse set of finely tuned carpentry and artisanal skills you and your friend invested in restoring this historically important and beautiful chair will be appreciated for another 200 years! It's always a pleasure to watch you save these thoughtfully chosen pieces from the trash heap! Your channel deserves exponential growth in the years to come. Best Regards from Connecticut!

  • @Waldo_Ilowiecki
    @Waldo_Ilowiecki24 күн бұрын

    my comment on your videos remains unchanged, simply genius ❤

  • @lua4221
    @lua422124 күн бұрын

    I agree with everyone's comments! Such a labor of love and determination! Well done, sir.

  • @lornanorris1363
    @lornanorris136324 күн бұрын

    I've never seen anyone actually weave rattan onto a piece of furniture before, that was interesting. You did a great job restoring it.

  • @kexu5633
    @kexu563316 күн бұрын

    The best furniture restorer on youtube, bar none!

  • @suhayl5157
    @suhayl515724 күн бұрын

    Never thought something like this was possible; this is incredible. here's to another 200 years.👏👏👏👏

  • @Humblerbumble
    @Humblerbumble24 күн бұрын

    What an incredible piece of work, that seat is breathtaking! All your patience and skill absolutely shows 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @user-dz8dg6ey8g
    @user-dz8dg6ey8g24 күн бұрын

    Какая кропотливая и в тоже время прекрасная работа. Спасибо мастеру за удовольствие от просмотра. Лайкаю.

  • @shockz16
    @shockz1623 күн бұрын

    You know I'm always dubious whenever that faux wood method is used but you somehow always make it looks amazing in the end result. Truly a master of your craft.

  • @evecampbell7744
    @evecampbell774424 күн бұрын

    You saved this beautiful old lady! I love watching you work. Just amazing,

  • @raytaaffe6588
    @raytaaffe658815 күн бұрын

    At first, I didn't think the cardboard trick would work, but it DOES perfectly and creates a very natural effect a bit like wood grain. You have brilliant skills and patience to re-create the seat's original design, and the whole project is excellent. I hope you sold it for enough to redeem the hours you spent. You are one of the best restorers on 'KZread'.

  • @lindamcwilliams9056
    @lindamcwilliams905621 күн бұрын

    Wow!!!I would give two thumbs up if I could. This is true craftsmanship. The fact that you didn’t use cane webbing roll, but designed weaved your own. It’s definitely a beauty. Great job as always. Love your channel!!

  • @stevepiechock9234
    @stevepiechock923424 күн бұрын

    The work you did was magical! you gave a new life to an abused chair. My wife inherited a very similar chair from her grandmother years ago. To date it is a beautiful piece. excellent work, well done.

  • @davidharris241
    @davidharris24124 күн бұрын

    Awesome restoration, Ahti! Really loved watching you do the faux wood finish. I did that to a 200 year old child’s rocking chair years ago and it brought back memories. I tried caning a chair once too, and it was really hard…the end result was awful. Glad you sought help with that, they did a great job. Thanks for the video, the chair is gorgeous!

  • @autodidactin
    @autodidactin24 күн бұрын

    Ahti, I have been looking forward to seeing this restoration since you mentioned it on FB. Having myself done some faux wood graining with a comb with some teeth broken out, I was fascinated with your using the torn cardboard. Your crafting the wood “knot” was mesmerizing! Glad you had a friend who was able to help you with that pesky caneing. Thank you, as always, for the filming and editing.

  • @cherylwevill4355
    @cherylwevill435521 күн бұрын

    I wasn't too sure where you were going with the colour, but yet again, you show how expertly and lovingly, you restore antiques. Fantastic job. 😃

  • @nancyring8104
    @nancyring810424 күн бұрын

    A beautiful little chair!! And I love the way you always think about future restorers!!😍❤️

  • @lovingmayberry307
    @lovingmayberry30724 күн бұрын

    OMG. You cane too?!? Amazing, it's beautiful!

  • @shirleyannconfer9651
    @shirleyannconfer965121 күн бұрын

    It takes a strong person to not only ask for help, but to also fess up to it later. This is a beautiful restoration, and your friend did an awesome job on the cane seat.

  • @kimberlygriffin5012
    @kimberlygriffin501224 күн бұрын

    As always, you never fail to amaze me. What an honor and privilege to watch your videos, thank you for sharing them with us. I absolutely love your faux wood effect. I’ve never really liked the modern faux wood tools, it looked fake. As a painter myself, and now dipping my toe into furniture restoration, I should have thought about using cardboard. Brilliant!! Thank you for your talent and inspiration 💖

  • @rebeccahawrot8345
    @rebeccahawrot834521 күн бұрын

    Besides being an amazing furniture restorer, we know Ahti (or someone he knows) loves Philadelphia cream cheese! Great job. I absolutely love the finished chair. Your customer must be thrilled!

  • @pretzelfrito
    @pretzelfrito24 күн бұрын

    That's a certified AT Restoration™ time what are we waiting for!!!!

  • @catherinetetrault4789
    @catherinetetrault478924 күн бұрын

    I don't think it's a fake wood design at all but a spectacular looking wood design done by an artist and furniture restorer with the skills of a genius. When I see a notification from you I go quickly to your channel and watch because I know that I will be amazed at the quality of the piece you make new again. I just love 💕 your endeavors and I can't wait for the next one to come out. Superior artist 😎. Thank you sir, for another restoration. ❤😂🎉

  • @lisagriger5261
    @lisagriger526122 күн бұрын

    Wow!! 40 hours doing the seat! I was thinking how much patience you have to weave all of that. It's beautiful!

  • @josephinehogg3629
    @josephinehogg362924 күн бұрын

    You saw the beauty hidden there and brought it to light. my first thought was 'what an ugly old chair! why would you want to restore that?' I was so wrong! Thank you for sharing your Art. It's beautiful💕💕

  • @schechnera
    @schechnera24 күн бұрын

    Still one of the only channels I hit Like before watching the video.

  • @pattylevasseur4041
    @pattylevasseur404124 күн бұрын

    DAMMMMMMM AT WHAT A TRANSFORMATION!!!!!!!! absolutely reincarnated!!!!! whoever owns this.. is going to freak out!!!! its GORGEOUS!!!!!! OUTSTANDING WORK!!!!!!!

  • @cecoya
    @cecoya24 күн бұрын

    This chair turned out BEAUTIFUL your knowledge of different ways they made chairs back then is amazing. I would have stripped it all off and never thought twice about the black. Actually I thought it was another layer of paint like the white. You do such amazing work. Thank you for sharing and you have a great day

  • @dao8805

    @dao8805

    24 күн бұрын

    I agree. I would not have recognized the faux woodgrain treatment as being any different than just a layer of black paint.

  • @user-tq6eq8kj3t
    @user-tq6eq8kj3t24 күн бұрын

    Просто бесподобно,как всегда! Вы Ахти вновь сотворили маленькое чудо - воскресили отличную древнюю вещь! Двадцать минут релакса и сплошного эстетического удовольствия! Очередной лайк вам и спасибо за видео!

  • @selmamachado5728
    @selmamachado572823 күн бұрын

    While there are some good videos of restorers, carpenters and craftsmen on KZread, for me none, and I said, none compare to you Ahti. I say this for the entire package: competence, brilliance, the work you do almost like perfect magic. Not to mention the excellent quality of your videos without those unnecessary distractions like landscapes, pets, conversations or boring explanations, tasteless music, etc. Your work is almost magical, your sensitivity when dealing with any piece is enviable. Although there are very few good creators, restorers, artisans or carpenters in this network, none are at your level of excellence. I look forward to your videos and Thank you for your mastery and generosity in letting me participate as a spectator of your incredible creations!

  • @RissaFirecat
    @RissaFirecat6 күн бұрын

    You, sir, are an artist! What you do to restore the furniture is a work of amazing art. You are SO patient! I am so glad that I found you!

  • @AlmaBellaSolis
    @AlmaBellaSolis24 күн бұрын

    Each move you made, I was stunned. What a most exquisite restoration work you just did to a 200-year old corner chair. I had wished I have in possession of all your work in my home but firstly, I have to purchase a mansion house. I am always looking forward to seeing each video you aired, from Massachusetts.

  • @ATRestoration

    @ATRestoration

    23 күн бұрын

    I have one client who moved from Estonia to Canada and transported all the furniture with her, after I restored them. If the shipping container is full, then the transport is not so expensive, per piece.

  • @AlmaBellaSolis

    @AlmaBellaSolis

    23 күн бұрын

    @@ATRestoration I much appreciated your reaction and that I am keeping it in mind.

  • @RamonaAnne
    @RamonaAnne24 күн бұрын

    AT and Julian Baumgartner, but AT is my favorite. I hope this work was done for a really rich person who can afford to pay for 80 man-hours to cane a chair. I really enjoyed this video!

  • @__Timo__
    @__Timo__24 күн бұрын

    This is again not a restoration, it is art. Amazing how you can create faux wood. Still enjoying every restoration from you, Ahti. I also like the smell of linseed&turpentine-mix. Some people use turpentine against rats, they hate that smell.

  • @r1273m
    @r1273m24 күн бұрын

    After all that work on the cane, I really wouldn't want to sit on it. Beautiful.

  • @user-gy9ps2jc5c
    @user-gy9ps2jc5c24 күн бұрын

    Ахти, ну наконец-то вы нас радуете собой и своей замечательной, душевной работой!!! 👍🎉

  • @KassiusFineArt
    @KassiusFineArt24 күн бұрын

    What a beautiful job you did! Thank you for giving its life back. I have a small table that needs you.

  • @jennlizzy2019
    @jennlizzy201910 күн бұрын

    I hope your videos will inspire some rare individuals, who see your talent and skill set, to carry forward this art form. I think there are probably not too many people who can do what you do.

  • @marywhitehead1306
    @marywhitehead130624 күн бұрын

    Much respect, that chair is about as perfect as one can be and I'd bet that it looks better now than it did 200 years ago.

  • @brianvittachi6869
    @brianvittachi686924 күн бұрын

    In doing such an excellent restoration you are paying a great tribute to the old master who first created this piece.

  • @faithfulhall1060
    @faithfulhall10602 күн бұрын

    A chair suitable for Marie Antoinette to have her hair powdered. Wonderful job & yes it was worth the time & effort. 😊

  • @myraholmes8702
    @myraholmes870224 күн бұрын

    You're the Man. Ahti. No one does restorations quite like you. I love your channel and never miss a video😊

  • @sally-3830
    @sally-383024 күн бұрын

    Won’t lie… I was doubting your skills when you didn’t completely sand it down. I apologize for not trusting your process. Looks AMAZING.

  • @girlnorthof60
    @girlnorthof6024 күн бұрын

    There are many who sit at a quilt frame for hours, weeks & months on end, enjoying the process. Caning is no different... you either love doing it, or you don't. Was the faux finish & caning worth it? Yes Adhi... so worth it 👍

  • @pamsheets632
    @pamsheets63223 күн бұрын

    Oh my goodness, don't know why anyone would paint such beautiful wood! You brought it back to life to live another 200; years! Extremely stunning, exquisite job! 😊❤

  • @jrbaskind
    @jrbaskind24 күн бұрын

    The results are breathtaking! That could have been the way it looked when it was first built.

  • @evasanz3466
    @evasanz346624 күн бұрын

    Wow! I have not seen one of these chairs in a very long time, they are a very rare find. Your work is, as always, impeccable. Thank you 🙏 for your videos.

  • @juliakathryn2582
    @juliakathryn258224 күн бұрын

    You, sir, are a fantastic artist and restorer. It is always a pleasure to watch your restorations. I come away with a great sense of satisfaction!

  • @shaunbrowne5139
    @shaunbrowne513923 күн бұрын

    As always, beautiful work with exemplary patience. Also, no mindless chatter, just great action. Many thanks

  • @nannettenannettek9545
    @nannettenannettek954524 күн бұрын

    I am so glad you replaced the cane seat. I'm amazed at your vast knowledge!

  • @Denis.HondaVod
    @Denis.HondaVod24 күн бұрын

    Удивительный и необычный стул, даже бы не подумал, что он Шведский) прекрасный предстовитель именно столярной мебели! Вначале подумал что сидушка будет мягкая, но после увиденного, можно смело сказать, что это историческая рестоврация. Отличная работа.

  • @user-fk6ob6un4j
    @user-fk6ob6un4j12 күн бұрын

    The secret is to not take it too seriously! Great advice. I've never see the woven seat done completely from scratch. That was nice to see.

  • @marciashindler1917
    @marciashindler191724 күн бұрын

    What an amazing and difficult restoration! Stressed me out watching you with that rattan. 😃Beautiful job!

  • @lancemillward2462
    @lancemillward246223 күн бұрын

    depression era furniture used techniques like this to mimic higher quality woods

  • @mountainbadgerab
    @mountainbadgerab24 күн бұрын

    That cane seat part is a work of art! Impressive!

  • @Late_to_the_party
    @Late_to_the_party24 күн бұрын

    Another beauty! I appreciate the ASMR sounds. You are my favorite since there is no music or talk talk talk ( both can be annoying). The sounds made while recreating another re-masterpiece is simply lovely.

  • @user-vl8qw8hp1g
    @user-vl8qw8hp1g24 күн бұрын

    You, sir, are a master! Every time I watch one of your videos, I have to wonder who taught you so many different techniques and how long it took you to become proficient at them? It is pure joy to watch you work your magic!!!

  • @ATRestoration

    @ATRestoration

    23 күн бұрын

    I have mindset that I learn new things until I live. It makes the videos better too.

  • @mudrat52
    @mudrat5224 күн бұрын

    Absolutely beautiful.. the master at work again ❤

  • @Piktor201
    @Piktor20123 күн бұрын

    Oh thank you so much for rescuing this chair! I don`t want to know how many furnitures have been additionally damaged by this strange fashion trend called "shabby chic" where people developed the idea that old furniture could be improved by painting them with a completely improper white paint. It makes me happy to see such craftsmen like you who knows how it really works.

  • @BrooksMoses

    @BrooksMoses

    23 күн бұрын

    Indeed -- but the "shabby chic" trend has damaged the old furniture far less than many trends that had the idea that old furniture could be improved by throwing it away and buying new. With so many of these things, I try to keep in mind that everyone who took an old piece of furniture and painted it some color-of-the-month and put it to use was someone who kept it out of the trash for another few decades, and without them we often wouldn't have the piece at all.

  • @lindasueanderson8024
    @lindasueanderson802423 күн бұрын

    It went from a cute little stool with a sloppy paint job to an elegant piece that belongs in a parlor. I love it when you need to do wood grain painting as part of a restoration

  • @user-su7zc6lb9p
    @user-su7zc6lb9p24 күн бұрын

    Браво мастеру!

  • @DjFresh4lteFolie
    @DjFresh4lteFolie20 күн бұрын

    Please never change your intro/outro music its sooo good

  • @betmo
    @betmo24 күн бұрын

    your knowledge, talent and patience....unsurpassed! bravo! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @raystaar
    @raystaar24 күн бұрын

    When I saw you flicking all those tiny paint specks out of the backrest, my admiration for your professionalism skyrocketed. You're a master.

  • @slkyu47
    @slkyu4724 күн бұрын

    Conscientious repairer, you're the only one.

  • @terrileyda5346
    @terrileyda534621 күн бұрын

    What an amazing job! You’ve certainly given this lovely old piece a gorgeous new “gown”!

  • @ianhamilton3172
    @ianhamilton317224 күн бұрын

    The transformation is incredible. Your mastery of techniques is amazing!

  • @giuseppebevilacqua2034
    @giuseppebevilacqua203424 күн бұрын

    Good job from an Italian restourer...

  • @katherineharper-sj4ys
    @katherineharper-sj4ys24 күн бұрын

    Watching the faux graining was very interesting. In the house where my grandfather was born all the paneling under the front staircase is faux painted. Apparently it was fashionable at one time. Thanks for sharing.

  • @elensilina1399
    @elensilina139924 күн бұрын

    Какой огромный труд проделан, чтобы восстановить. КЛАССНО!!!

  • @user-wt8rh8ei3f
    @user-wt8rh8ei3f24 күн бұрын

    Замечательно!!! Браво мастеру!!!! Какой интересной конфигурации кресло!!!😊😊😊

  • @taradiane
    @taradiane20 күн бұрын

    turned out beautifully - don't blame you for getting help on that rattan, just watching it was making my eyes cross!

  • @user-hi6mi6xu7v
    @user-hi6mi6xu7v23 күн бұрын

    Дякую вам пане майстер за вашу роботу , отримав задоволення , успіхів !

  • @katden
    @katden23 күн бұрын

    The beauty hidden beneath that thick ugly white paint has been "Set Free" thanks to your Amazing skill. This is probably the most fascinating piece I've seen. Fantastic rebirth.

  • @texanasimmons1761
    @texanasimmons176124 күн бұрын

    This turned out REALLY BEAUTIFUL! Im glad you restored the original finish and the caned seat. Its much prettier!!❤

  • @elizabethnash7491
    @elizabethnash749124 күн бұрын

    A thing of beauty 🙌🏻 So enjoyable - great music too!

  • @steveaustin4118
    @steveaustin411824 күн бұрын

    got a touch of excitment seeing you'd uploaded a video, do enjoy watching your craftmanship

  • @dao8805
    @dao880524 күн бұрын

    A lesson in caning as a bonus! What a beautiful and truly authentic restoration. Just incredible. Much respect to you sir.

  • @michaelkohl9728
    @michaelkohl972824 күн бұрын

    That is master craftsmanship. Period!

  • @valeriacamposdasilveira2735
    @valeriacamposdasilveira273524 күн бұрын

    This chair is a beauty now thanks to the patient work of your magic hands! Bravo!! Well done!!🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊

  • @rubydue
    @rubydue23 күн бұрын

    You had the patience of a saint to do that caning. The chair is beautiful!

  • @pinkykleo
    @pinkykleo22 күн бұрын

    OMG! You are not just an artist, you are magician! I adore your work!

  • @paulahaddad5114
    @paulahaddad511415 күн бұрын

    Your work is amazing!! So glad I am able to watch your videos. Thanks for keeping a small part of the past alive and in great condition.

  • @user-fc7vx5ex2w
    @user-fc7vx5ex2w24 күн бұрын

    You do magnificent work. Every piece is special.

  • @Eva-sz7wu
    @Eva-sz7wu9 күн бұрын

    Wiener Geflecht. Der Stuhl ist wunderschön geworden.

  • @danismagic2
    @danismagic223 күн бұрын

    You are talented, far beyond talented Ati. This is such a pleasure to watch you working. Thank you for sharing this incredible restoration work. 👍😊

  • @fredlewis1945
    @fredlewis194524 күн бұрын

    What a beautiful result. The cane work looked very hard, but when done it is great. I have to admire your patience. Beautiful chair. Thank you for sharing.

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