BEAUTIFUL restoration of an UGLY desk

This desk was made around 1920-1930. Decades later somebody tried to refinish it, but they stopped in half way. So now it was my turn to make it nice again.
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Title: BEAUTIFUL restoration of an UGLY desk
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[@erikziak1249]

There are some furniture restoration channels on KZbin. If somebody asked me to pick the best one, it would be a tough choice. Since I am writing here, you can surely guess where I am heading. Correct. This! This is the best furniture restoration channels on KZbin. Ahti, you are a true master and I also like the way you do this videos. No talking, no "sponsors". Just pure 100% content. I remain truly amazed and grateful, for you share your workflow and over decades acquired skills with us. You are truly a master of your craft, Ahti. Best wishes, Erik.

[@ATRestoration]

Thanks!

[@ludmilabevan3283]

Have you watched Thomas Johnson Antique furniture restoration? He is more traditional and antiques are much older. But the transformation of the pieces is the same. Love love love his channel too. I gave up on others watching only my favourites AT Restoration and Thomas. They are very different but both are very professional. Two generations of true masters.

[@katm6]

When I watch other channels (which is very rare), I watch with WWAD in mind. And I get frustrated that they aren't doing what is best for the piece.

[@selmamachado5728]

I concour.

[@theaviator8046]

I totally agree!

[@iracema1]

I think what makes these videos so enjoyable is the good editing; you show just enough to follow the process, but not enough to make it boring. It stays interesting throughout!

[@mdmithun-dt1me]

Really it’s Enjoyable experience 🤔#needsatisfying🤔

[@midcenturyflipper]

Thanks for a great video! I just finished a small table restoration. 🎉 feel free to watch my channel 💪🏻

[@Grianan66]

Exactly. I finished watching this video and realized that I watched the whole thing at normal speed. I almost always watch restoration videos at 2x speed.

[@aok2727]

Beautiful! I too would have preferred a mid tone stain but this piece is alive again.

[@19Bmiller]

Your client is very fortunate to have you do the work. It came out beautifully.

[@selmamachado5728]

Beautiful mobile! I'm only sorry for the dark color applied to the piece, because I like the color of natural wood. Whatever the color of the wood, I prefer it because the natural beauty is incomparable. Another extraordinary work, Ahti! Congratulations!

[@zamykarimjee4167]

I wait expectantly for your videos. Love them all.

[@Rev-D1963]

Magnificent! Only you could have resurrected that desk to the level it is now Ahti. My wife and i both exclaimed "Who wouldn't want that in their home"? Who indeed! Spectacular work my brother. And thank you again for the English subtitles on your interview video on television. While your language is beautiful, I speak none, so being able to see what was said made the video even more awesome. Thank you as always brother, for your outstanding work and videos. God bless. Rev. D.

[@xMrsmileyfacex]

I agree with you on how the stain is too dark. It still looks magnificent but it would look even better a shade or two lighter. Brilliant restoration sir. Your best yet! BRAVO!

[@donfenton7473]

You are a master of your craft. What I like the best is you don’t replace the entire surface for just a chip on the corner and you make everything blend. Also, candle wax works.

[@nancyring8104]

Watching you bring these lovely old pieces back to life makes me so happy!!❤️

[@alaintremblay3631]

You just put into words how I feel about these videos! I love AT !!

[@traceyrice9359]

Andersonville, Tennessee here! I would love to have a desk like this! Beautiful job!

[@karencooper9185]

I agree that the color requested was darker than I would have chosen, but you can't argue with the stunning transformation. Absolutely beautiful. I get almost giddy when I see the notification that you have released a new video...I always learn something new. Thanks for another great restoration.

[@jimwalker5412]

Excellent workmanship, well done 👏

[@talktidy7523]

Gorgeous. What I like about this restoration is that the craftsman preserved the character of the piece.

[@charlesbutsch7201]

I too do not like darks staining of wood furniture, but you have to please the client . This another successful project. I appreciate your work.

[@rickb3225]

I've learned more from watching your videos than any other videos. Fantastic work!

[@SouthOfGate]

so skillful. Now it looks good and works well.

[@Joe1935429]

The desk had a lot of wear over many years of hard daily use; All of which showed. "...making it nice again." is an understatement. You made it spectacular looking, as well as useful and practical. Everyday useful art. I love what you do! Thanks!

[@gerryboard6615]

What a beautifully restored and re-purposed piece of office furniture. The work of a true professional.

[@KimNevelzer]

So beautifully restored !! I love the dark stain, it is such a rich and warm color - like a delicious chocolate bar. Bravo 👏

[@vickiefowler1429]

Wow! What a beautiful piece!

[@petestaint8312]

Excellent workmanship! Ashame the client wanted it so dark, though

[@petererdei6567]

It's a fantastic job again! The table is very beautiful!!! Thanks!

[@candicespencer2021]

It’s back to being a beautiful antique again! I love the dark stain and you are a magician with matching the new wood to the old wood!

[@lauriefox5350]

THANK YOU. RESTORED TO BETTER THAN NEW.

[@heatherinparis]

Although I have had many favourites from your body of work I think this one is my favourite-of-all-time! At least so far. Even in its life-has-been-hard condition it is a beautiful piece and your skilled restorative work just puts it over-the-top for me.

[@cecoya]

I love the way you work, your ethics, your attention to details, your REAL and not put on. You know what needs to be done and just do it. This is one very beautiful desk, all the details, hidden compartment and all. I would have thought the client would have wanted someway to keep it off the floor to protect it some what. You do such beautiful work. Thank you for sharing this with us. You have a truly blessed day

[@kristinakuzminskaite9084]

Wow 😲 amazing work! It was worth to restore this desk ! 👌👌👌

[@deniseschweigl1283]

Wow! Thanks for sharing your expertise! Beautiful job!

[@jandavis1523]

This is beautiful! Well Done!

[@ctfddftba]

Absolutely amazing!

[@th34lch3m1st]

I learned something new today: I didn't know you can iron fresh pva glue. Very professional work, thanks for sharing.

[@christiemay4444]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@annjones3672]

I never would have guessed that the desk would have come out that nice! You are a master!

[@mrsbingh]

Wow, beautiful desk and professional finish!

Watching you, doing this nonsense-free restorations that obviously put bread on your table is always making me happy and motivated :-) All the best from Poland!

[@ruthfedrau5546]

I was so happy to see you had uploaded another piece of work. And you did not disappoint like always. Nice outcome! Thank you.

[@eveb446]

You are indeed a very talented, skilfull and artistic furniture restorer.

[@SugarCreekWoodwright]

Beautiful work as always! Your attention to detail is amazing to watch.

[@starcarl]

Looks brand new! You are a true craftsman!

[@scottcates]

I love your repairs, man. Excellent patches and strength. Wow, those door edge corners will NEVER chip again. What a good decision it was to replace those water-damaged top pieces -- too much dirt underneath them. I never would have guessed it was so bad under them.

[@Sam-ey1nn]

Incredible work, as always!

[@saxandrew100]

You always manage to get another surprise with the way you transform old, decades-old furniture with your usual skill.

[@BunniiBun]

Something I realized, and love, is that irons, and dyes are most commonly used by wood workers and seamsters.

[@robertstigter9195]

Yes, a beautiful piece of restauration work. Gives me hope, that I can restore my wifes old - oak veneered - desk (early 1950 ´s) to become such a wonderful piece of furniture for her private office. Thanks for the lesson Sir. have a nice weekend with warm regards from Robert out of Germany

[@jfulysse9629]

Congratulations ! As every time you did a perfect restoration ! I admire your work !!

[@sofokl1967]

Спасибо за хороший ролик. Очень приятно смотреть, когда у человека руки от куда надо растут!

[@ronnieahman6958]

What a perfect job. The old desk turned into a high end desk for years to come. You are a wizard restotator

[@JAmaral1575]

For some silly reason I always giggle when you show hand sanding in fast motion! It looks so satisfyingly fast and the sound is very funny.

[@robbiemer8178]

Beautiful desk that you did excellent work on. The keyhole escutcheons seem a bit off to me. I'm guessing they are original to the desk but the style of them feels slightly jarring. As usual, watching you do such wonderful work is very enjoyable, thank you for sharing this with us!

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

I felt the same! I think either the escutcheons or the pulls must have been changed - they seem like a mismatch. As much as I think the pulls feel more of the proper style, though, I really think the escutcheons are original and the handles are what were replaced somewhere along the way. It would be interesting to know.

[@robbiemer8178]

@@Lucinda_Jackson even so, I think the pulls are fine but he escutcheons are just not the best choice the original builder/factory could have made.

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

@@robbiemer8178 Agreed!

[@airingcupboard]

Masterful. The result looks so crisp.

[@martinebangs6520]

I love watching you work, you put so much effort in all the details of these restorations...Take care...

[@theblackswan84]

your client's color choice literally KILLED the beauty of the wood.

[@burrongos]

Just perfect..!! Besides loving your videos, I truly like your respect for history and the passion put on what you do, congratulations..!! What a difference it makes when we have the right tools to complete any project..!!

[@user-dz8dg6ey8g]

Вот это реставрация я понимаю, шикарно, красиво. Вы мастер с большой буквы. Спасибо за видео, лайк однозначно.

[@Ci-Me122...]

Amazing craftsmanship! Love your videos! Look forward to the next one, thank you.

[@sbodolus]

The Master has done it again! Perfection!

[@btmalo6817]

Excellent work, once again! Thanks for sharing, I was looking forward to seeing your next project and you didn't disappoint. Can't wait for the next one!

[@judytulk6535]

Just beautiful!

[@el_is6749]

Тамаша! Ісіңізге сәттілік. Сіздің шеберлігіңізді өте ұнатамын.

[@E-N-A-R-D-L-A-V]

You did a wonderful job blending the new and old veneer on that desk top.

[@Greenacres1958]

Beautiful work. That desk just screamed make me dark! Worked out very well. Love the magnet too. Once more. Great job. I don’t disagree often!

[@virginiaforrister1606]

Incredible! Beautiful!

[@Grianan66]

Such a beautiful desk! I love how you work to preserve the original wood. So many KZbin restoration creators will just toss the whole piece and make a new one. One video I recently watched threw out all the wood on a restoration of a chest - the hardware was the only original part! That's fine if that's what you want to do, but don't call it a "restoration" video. Again I love your work and your genuine restoration videoes! Thank you from SC, USA.

[@fangirl9202]

Beautiful piece. Great job!

[@davecurda2350]

Nice job bringing new life back to the old desk.

[@sallyfarr509]

Incredible work. Looks amazing!

[@joelex7966]

That dark stain did help blend in the repairs. An excellent job overall.

[@colleenmccarthy-evans3149]

Lovely, as always, beautiful transformation.

[@myraholmes1178]

I like your work. You are precise. Every restoration is beautiful and you are not boring

[@annettejones6306]

Beautiful!! Your restorations are amazing. x

[@helenflouch]

I love your work. Well done.

[@aquariusmercury]

It's such a pleasure to watch skilled labour. A really beautiful job.

[@FrancieleAlvess]

Beautiful job, i love it!

[@marymattson2122]

Beautiful job! As always. I love watching you work your magic!

[@sokar47]

Your Family must be proud of you! Nice memories

[@oatnoid]

Beautiful craftsmanship.

[@leeannoneal4847]

So beautiful! I love how it turned out. ❤

[@aliceglazner1538]

Wow! Beautifully done. Love the dark wood too!❤

[@elisabethhandel]

You are a gifted craftsman. Thank you for showing us your work.

[@Irene-gk8oq]

Simply beautiful!😍

[@juliemarkham4332]

Another beautiful restoration and another happy customer. Great work!

[@rolandbee2791]

Fantastic work - beautiful finish

[@nevamind68t23]

Absolutely amazing 👍🏾🤎

[@mauricepowers3804]

What a stunning piece!!!

[@BritInvLvr]

Came out so beautiful and unique

[@ronaldhirschauer8546]

You’re right, it’s just a little too dark. The grain is hidden. But of course you work is amazing as always.

[@erikaverhoy5682]

Absolutely love your work. Thank you for sharing.

[@lindahill7315]

Absolutely stunning. It's hard to believe its the same piece

[@shellydehart8217]

What a awesome art deco piece from the past. I couldn’t get over how long those drawers were. I love watching you take much pride at each piece of furniture you do. Your customer is going to be thrilled to see it back to its original desk ( except maybe a little darker) This desk would fit right into days style. It’s beauty with a lot of history. I love it! I love it! ♥️😊👍🌟🌟🌟

[@monicap5071]

Another brilliant video and beautiful work. Love love love your channel Ahti.

[@joesmith1926]

Lovely job as always 👌

[@leslieblackshear802]

Gorgeous! Well done .

[@lagunabay51]

As always you bring back the life to an old gem. Wonderful work. Love watching your videos..

[@hghahn301]

artisan workmanship. Tks for uploading.

[@Wayward5686]

The desk looks amazing. Great job!

[@sharonnorvell3397]

So beautiful and rich...I love it❤

[@mikkilewis5312]

Beautiful work! What a lovely result!

[@ramiruhig5558]

As always it is fascinating watching you doing your restorations and your explanations, thanks

[@angelicajimenez5499]

I really love the format and pacing on your videos, and I agree on your preference for middle ground stains!