AMAZING RESTORATION of Vintage Cedar Chest- Relaxing Furniture Restoration Video

[@patriciaross43]

My grandfather worked for the Lane company in Rocky Mount, VA. In the 1960’s to 70’s. I still store things in my Lane cedar chest that was a Christmas present in 1979 and I use the miniature chest given to me at graduation! Thanks for all your hard work preserving this chest.

[@vickimontemayor3262]

I just pulled out my Lane cedar chest I’d gotten in 1969. The outside needs cleaning and painting but interior of mine is also pristine. Will be tackling it soon as my studio is completed end of the month. Thanks for inspiring 💕

[@libertygiveme1987]

🤔I would have thought you'd remove the Particle Board and replace it with actual wood!!!! But, I'm glad you saved this piece.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

To replace it with oak would have cost over $250. Oak is very expensive. I would not have made any profit on this chest if I replaced it with oak. I was able to repair it very inexpensively. I have no doubt the repair will last for a long time.

[@kelleyhawk6595]

@@FurnitureFlippingForProfit 2 types make that assumption, those who think everyone on KZbin makes millions and those who hav $ themselves. I’m so sorry people say stuff without thinking it through!!! U did an amazing job!!!

[@johnveglio4433]

@@kelleyhawk6595 no, there's a third kind who just don't like partial board. Plain and simple.

[@lilibetp]

And I was thinking wouldn't it have been easier to cut off the bottom half inch?

[@daisyy99]

Wow, it turned out amazing. I was impressed with all skills you used to restore this. So many different products and tools. I noted your safety gloves and respirator, too. Viewers can learn a lot from you.

[@daleanguiano6780]

I hope all of those animals live long, natural and peaceful lives.

[@julierobertson9397]

This video is unique. Repairs are a usual step in a restoration, but this is the first time I've seen reconstruction be part of one. I was really anxious to see how you were going to replace the destroyed base. It never occurred to me you would rebuild it. Bravo for a job well and beautifully done!

[@cdd4248]

As soon as you opened the chest, I knew it would be absolutely worth the work!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I agree! Thanks for watching!

[@gregpendrey6711]

It's great that you showed us how to save the base. Oak boards are expensive and this way the veneer matched.😍

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Yes, thank you!! I am glad you understand why I did it. I am in the business to make money and replacing the boards would have eaten up any profit.

[@tacit46mikhail]

Руки лекаря вернули молодость и красоту !..Спасибо и за такую съёмку.

[@leslieblackshear802]

I can’t believe you saved that base. I thought for sure it was toast. Well done, looks fabulous

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you Leslie!!!

[@nitahutchinson4544]

This piece has been restored to last for many years, even tho it has partial board! It doesn't have to end in some fireplace. It's beautiful. A really amazing restoration!

[@patriciacrozier7624]

Oh wowowwow! Thought for sure you would have to paint it. You are so patient. It looks incredible. Super job.❤

[@traceyrice9359]

Oh, that turned out beautiful. I am shocked based on what it looked like before. Thanks for the Viva paper towel recommendation!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I have never found another paper towel that works as well. I don't usually buy products based on their brand but I am sold on VIVA towels for wood working. Thanks for watching Tracey!

[@sallybuskey952]

Being from the East Coast Cedar chests are plentiful there. And the smell is Awesome.. I really enjoy watching you restore this peace. It is and will be a treasure.

[@ritjai5482]

Thank you for detail of each product you were using including why it was used

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I try to provide clear concise info but I also try to answer any ? you have so you can duplicate what I did. Thanks for watching!

[@ritavalade7049]

Love the background sounds of barn animals!!! Great job!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks so much!

[@theresaguillen3457]

This video is just what I needed to see. I have a hope chest my grandmother gave me when I was 16. I am 57 yrs old now and it needs love just like that one did. It came out gorgeous! Thank you!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Best of luck! You can do it!

[@truthmatters5366]

Beautiful restoration. I have a Lane cedar chest I tried as a graduation gift in 1966. It's still in pretty good condition as side from one water mark. I put it on wheels because at my age moving furniture has to be easy. I'm planning on refinishing the top to fix the water stain. It's a very pretty piece and still modern. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Love your videos.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks for watching. You will need to strip it to get rid of the water stain. If it is still there you may need to use wood bleach.

[@joina5947]

This Lane Chest came out beautifully finished. Good job --well done.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you so much!

[@dochubbell]

Great work, especially with the particle board bottom. That took patience and persistence to fix. 10 out of 10 on this project. Have a Lane hope chest from 1966. It looks as good as the day it was made except for a water mark on the top. I don't think there is a great demand for hope chests anymore. Great for storing blankets and linens though, (or so I am told).

[@rosedwight804]

Outstanding what u do to restore & save these fine pieces of furniture.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

It is a labor of love. I find it so rewarding to take a piece of furniture destined for the landfill and restore it. I also receive so much support from the viewers that it serves to motivate me! Thanks for watching Rose!

[@ednaalegria8710]

Lovely! Can’t believe you were able to rescue this, great job.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! 😊

[@aryanahartwell3801]

Once again, another brilliant transformation. If only we had 'smell-o'vision', we'd really be able to experience the contrast.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I agree!!!! It certainly looked great in the end!

[@TheCraftyMagnolia]

It turned out very nice! Great job on the restoration of the particle board under the veneer. Your clients should love it!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks so much!

[@amymcvay3011]

GORGEOUS, as usual! I have learned to expect nothing less from you😊 Thank you for taking the time to make these videos, and the care you you put into your craft❤️

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you Amy. I am so glad that you enjoy my videos!

[@christinarobinson1163]

Once again, your talents have shown through. You took a nasty piece and gave it a new beginning. Thank you for your work, I love it’

[@kimkimba1131]

Turned out beautifully. Thanks for sharing

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks Kim!

[@aok2727]

Well done. So glad it has a new life. As you said, Lane Furniture will replace any lock before a certain date. So glad you asked them.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I was saved! I did not know the lock was broken when I purchased it. I can't imagine how much it would have cost to replace it (IF it was even available!) This chest is from 1974- I did not know if Lane was even around anymore! I was so glad that I could get a new lock at no charge!

[@eveb446]

Another restoration very well done. Thank you for posting.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Many thanks!

[@wildviolets9222]

WOW! I love your solution on the base, that was great! To make cedar smell great again all it needs is a very light sanding and it's as fresh as new. After watching your videos I might be able to tackle my mothers old cedar chest!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! Cheers! Yes, I thought that you needed only sand it. I have not done that yet. Once I receive the lock from the company I will sand it so the smell returns. Thanks for watching! I am going to advertise this as an entry way bench for your shoes, etc.

[@DessahLS]

Retoration + cute sheeps = perfection 🥰

[@justjulee9135]

I'm amazed you were able to make that base look so good! You always do great work!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@janetrodriguez914]

Great job! That piece will live on in someone’s home and hopefully they’ll treasure it.

[@holly5791]

Wow, you couldn't even see the detail of the moldings or woodgrain before you stripped it and cleaned the wood. What a beautiful chest...now! 🙂

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I know! It is amazing how much different it looks now!

[@dondieu3154]

Outstanding restoration. Can't believe how good it looks.

[@phyllishume5854]

Beautiful restoration.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks Phyllis!

[@LoriM222]

I have One Word... WOW! Gorgeous 💜💜💜💜💜

[@doddnejadfard3251]

Good for another 50 years,,,,,fantastic job,,,a lot of work!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you very much!

[@FloridaClay]

It came out amazingly well considering its previous state.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you!

[@sdeaglefeather]

Beautiful. I love the look of restoration to a natural finish rather than all of the chalk paint, texture and multiple colors. Just my personal preference.

[@stephanieadams6461]

Looks lovely and you are so patient too

[@colleenmccarthy-evans3149]

Wow, it's really beautiful. Well done!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you so much 😀

[@anitakalli100]

Gosh she’s pretty. Great job as always. 👏🌹

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@cynthiamaldonado6819]

Great work. You are so ingenious and patient. Love it!!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

How nice of you to say!

[@Laura_Brock]

Another great restoration! Thank you so much for sharing

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you very much!

[@masassin58]

My grandma called those cheeder chests. That is one beautiful cheeder chest!

[@cathtf7957]

A useful piece of furniture once again!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I agree. Think it would work as a bench by the front door for storing shoes, etc.

[@nancyschnarrs499]

You did an extraordinary job!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you Nancy!!!

[@Sarah43627]

Oh, my gosh, who would have known. Beautiful job!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks Denice!

[@texanasimmons1761]

You did a wonderful job restoring this cedar chest, it looks great! Lane has always made beautiful cedar chests. I have my mothers cedar chest, its at least 52 years old, possibly older. Its a very dark wood, but its dried finish and slight damage (more like wear and tear) need to be restored. I hope to get motivated to do it, by watching your videos!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

You can do it!!!

[@texanasimmons1761]

@@FurnitureFlippingForProfit I mis-typed the age of the cedar chest, its 72-73 yrs old! My parents married in 1950 but I dont know if my mom had it before her marriage. For many, many years, the Lane Co. who makes my moms chest, and yours, would give to all graduating girls the all Dallas, Texas high schools a certificate for a free mini, locking cedar chest when you went into the store that sold the full size Lane chests. My mom graduated in 1947 and I graduated in 1972 and we both got the free mini chests and she later purchased a full size chest, or her parents purchased it for her, I dont know which. Now I have the full size chest and my moms mini chest. I gave my mini chest to my daughter. We didnt live in Dallas when she graduated but I dont know if they still give mini chests to graduating senior girls. Its a nice tradition though.

[@johnje4285]

A beautiful true restoration

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you John

[@hpot53]

Another lovely piece!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@manoelpedrofarinha5273]

magnifico seu trabalho....como voce executa....com maestria e carinho...parabens ganhou um amigo Brazilian-BRAZIL

[@kaytidmore1948]

What a beautiful result!! Love the stain color. Question: I have a palm sander and I have a wet/dry vac in my workshop. What do you use to get these two items connected. I would love to have some kind of dust collection but can’t find information on this. Noticed that you have tape on yours??

[@nobuenozfg9209]

Same here absolutely brilliant idea!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I had to buy a special vacuum adapter to connect to the orbital sander. It was made by the manufacturer. However, the end of this little connector would NOT attach to my inexpensive little shop vac hose so I had to tape it with duct tape. It works- even tho it does not look all that "professional" My ryobi sander had to be taped to the hose to but it died.

[@kaytidmore1948]

@@FurnitureFlippingForProfit Thanks so much for your response! Your the only Utuber I know that will answer this question. It is much appreciated! ❤️

[@billieo5376]

Looks wonderful. Just for info, if you ever so lightly sand the interior the cedar smell will fully return.

[@karenzilverberg4699]

Nice job, beautiful. The blue tape is painter's tape. Thanks for leaving the paint for pressed sawdust and chipboard furniture.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! 😊

[@karenzilverberg4699]

@@FurnitureFlippingForProfit Your work just keeps getting better and better.

[@michellea4948]

Anyone else get ASMR tingles listening to this video? Damn near put me to sleep lol

[@milomiller909]

Great looking job. God bless you.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@grammybear4226]

🐼 Big Panda Bear Hugs from a 68 yr old grandma in Texas, USA 🐼 ❤ 🎀

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Hi Grammy Bear! Nice to hear from you!!!

[@charlenegoskowicz8220]

Great info about Viva paper towels. Thanks!

[@deniwest57]

Awesome job and I love the base restoration!

[@wkjeom]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@LB-px9td]

I agree with one of the reviewers. I would have replaced the particle board with wood or cut the wet areas. Also the finish is too yellow. But you did a great job in your finish. Glad it was saved

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

In real life, there is no yellow in the finish. I think I had the white balance off on the video. Thanks for watching!

[@lindastowars7346]

ANOTHER AMAZING JOB, GREAT WORK, BEAUTIFUL

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you so much!

[@lorriebirdwatcher7778]

Really, really nice outcome....another good job!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you!

[@MrsJax304]

Looks wonderful. Great tip on viva

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@josemanuel2724]

És um grande artista parabéns pelo seu trabalho

[@oneshotme]

I would have thought you would cut an inch or two off the base as bad as it was. I know more than likely that's what I would have done. But looking at a video and in person looks a lot different. Very beautiful and you did an excellent job of restoring it as well!! Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks for watching! It turned out beautiful!

[@gwenm6582]

Beautiful Job!!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! 😊

[@pattio.656]

Wonderful Save!! Funny, but I had just bought Viva Paper towels for the first time, when not even a week later I tried one and thought, they’re Fantastic! Then a couple days later, I watched another of your videos where you mentioned them. 😉 P.S. I miss you narrating.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Hi Patti O, nice to hear from you again. Glad you like the VIVA towels! I will still narrate when I think a piece warrants it. Thanks so much for being a loyal viewer!

[@christinefeucht8668]

You are a miracle worker.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

LOL! Thanks!

[@suelilewis8416]

Looks great. Good job

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@akmb8211]

Très beau travail! J’adore!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you!

[@beverlypearce4191]

Amazing save. Well done

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks!

[@BA-pg4od]

JB Weld works good on particle board. I have repair a few water damaged countertops.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I will remember that - thanks!

[@paulamarchbanks8540]

Lane recalled millions of chests for safety reasons. They replaced my lock also. I dont recall the year they recalled. My chest was 1952. Took about two months to get it. I think the recall went up to 1987.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

You are right Paula. It was 1987. They recalled the locks and provide free replacement locks. I was up a creek until I found that out. This chest was so old that I doubt I could have found a key for it. The final pics on the video show it with the old lock in place. I have to wait for the new lock to come in to list it for sale. Thanks for watching!

[@nadirschulz6701]

Good job! Congratulations!🌷🌷

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! 😃

[@Cradley684]

Really great restoration, look's really good, have a nice day, Brian UK !!!.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks Brian. Hello to my UK viewers!!!

[@kerylcooper2314]

Beautiful

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you

[@JR-yx3po]

THANK YOU for no music!

[@kerylcooper2314]

I think that particle board needed to be replaced, but you did a wonderful job thank you for saving this piece 👏🏼👍🏼❤️🛐🇺🇸

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! 😊

[@marydegenkolb9603]

In the '50's and 60's Lane gave a coupon to each graduating female for a hope chest. It was a small sample of the large one like this. I have collected these small cedar chest/hope chests for years. So I have a small one like this large one in my collection.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

How cool! I have one that is made of cedar that I got when I was in high school.

[@KimNevelzer]

I have a miniature lane cedar chest that I received at graduation in 1978. 😃

[@paulcarlachapman628]

Great improvement! You did a wonderful job. This looks like it's from the 70s/80s? Is that right?

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Yes, it is! It was made in 1974 per the serial number.

[@traceyrice9359]

Andersonville, Tennessee here!

[@annelangland2082]

I lived in Andersonville for a while. Dark Hollow Rd.

[@traceyrice9359]

@@annelangland2082 I know exactly where that is. I live on Park Road--the road parallel to the road where the post office is. Oh, it is a small world after all.🤗 Man, you sure do great work!

[@annelangland2082]

@@traceyrice9359 Well thank you! Isn't that the speed trap area? Lol!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Hi Andersonville! Thanks for watching!!!

[@MaureenTheTemp]

Beautiful job, chest looks like new!! Did you need to do anything to the inside? The cedar wood looked great, but did the cedar still smell good or does it lose that great smell over the years?

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thankfully, I did not need to do anything to the inside. There is still some cedar smell to it. To enhance the smell, you can sand it with 220 or higher grit sandpaper. Thanks for watching!

[@katharinatrub1338]

Amazing !

[@clairemcbride3621]

Did you contact Lane to make the hinges and lock safe? Isn’t there a recall?

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Yes they are sending me a new lock. I stated that in the video. In 1987 there was a recall. They estimate there are still 8 million Lane cedar chests in circulation that need a replacement lock.

[@lindabrendle211]

Amazing job!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@2OO_OK]

Thank you for the no music. For spreading the paint remover there are finned aluminum rollers or roller covers that might give you more even coverage and avoid over and under application. The finned rollers are used normally in composite work to press out air bubbles from fiberglass epoxy stacks.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks for the tips! I will have to look it up. So many people complained about the music no matter what kind I chose! ee gads it was frustrating. So it seems my wonderful viewers are much happier with the shop sounds! I will obviously keep it up.

[@ЕленаКолесникова-х3г]

​@@FurnitureFlippingForProfitа мне нравилась тихая музыка ,сопровождающая весь процесс реставрации.

[@nancyanneberg403]

I like to always read comments when I like a piece or how it was fixed. I am glad you tried to save the proportions of the piece. Did all the smell come out?

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Yes it did! Krud Kutter works well to get rid of smell but then the stripper is so strong that it kills any remaining smells. I was very grateful that apparently it was locked so the inside did not smell bad.

[@nancyanneberg403]

@@FurnitureFlippingForProfit thank you. Crud cutter and paint remover strong items

[@philomenawalsh1696]

Love this 😀 ❤

[@springfling49]

Just curious about cleaning, do you vacuum the piece before you get started?

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Yes I do! I just can't imagine how boring it is to watch me vacuum furniture. It is boring enough to watch me washing it! LOL! I showed washing it because it looked so different after it was washed- plus it helped to get rid of the smell and I wanted my viewers to be aware of how I got rid of the smell.

[@deborahdavey1743]

Amazing!!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks Deborah!

[@kathleenhernandez2292]

It's beautiful

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thanks Kathleen!

[@TheNonoca]

I love the background bird song

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@blueeyedbehr]

i love videos like this, when someone cares for a piece of furniture with a history. those who would trash it & buy something cheap at ikea should know better.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

I agree!

[@maryjames7193]

You are very talented. Love it.♥️

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you Mary!!!

[@pamkelly7071]

Beautiful!!

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

Thank you! 😊

[@sallycarroll6329]

Is this chest made of chipboard and covered with veneer or is it real wood. Great restoration.

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

The chest is real wood covered with veneer. Only the base is particle board. The inside is lined with real cedar.

[@sallycarroll6329]

@@FurnitureFlippingForProfit thanks👍

[@Alex_Carroll_Ceramics]

You are a magician 🎩✨️

[@FurnitureFlippingForProfit]

LOL! Thank you Alex!

[@lizeggar2421]

Thankyou for not playing music! The piece turned out beautifully, but I am curious. Why did you not just put a new base on it? The particle board was shot and just not worth the effort you went to. I can tell you from experience that once that stuff gets wet it just keeps going, like a sponge. I would be very anoyed if I bought a piece and found that base. You would have done better to just cut about an inch off the bottom if you did not want to replace it.