Abandoned & Trashed Mid Century Chairs RESTORATION

I found these 2 MCM chairs by a dumpster and decided to save them. The old fabric was pretty gross and one of the chairs was missing a piece. In this video watch me restore the old finish and reupholster each chair to a new fresh look.
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[@TRenee-fd6zs]

You did a great job for first time reupholstering

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thank you! I had no clue what to do with that back piece and winged it lol but it really isn't too noticeable as the color blends if you are a few feet away. Thanks for watching!

[@coloredcaboosecreations]

Can’t believe someone was actually throwing those out! 😮 So glad you came across them before it was too late. They look amazing now really great fabric choice 👍

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Crazy right!? And I give the fabric choices credit to my girlfriend haha she's much better at choosing than me lol thanks so much for watching! 🙂

[@jodidavis6595]

I’m just now coming across this video even tho it’s been out a few months. You’re pretty amazing. I think you did a really good job at the upholstered job. It’s what I’ve done for 20 yrs. And I’m really glad you put them back to original thin seating and backing and not the thick bulky seating. Gross lol. And I wouldn’t have noticed the mistake had you not mentioned it and I’d still buy those chair the way you restored them. Lucky find for you. Well done Jamie🇺🇸👍🏼

[@deeharper2482]

I love to see crafters try new skills. I've seen far worse stitching! Great first effort. I think the holes in the wood could do with another touch up, but other than that you have made an unloved pair of somewhat abused chairs look like happy sisters again! Well done👍

[@SandraSlater-zx1ib]

Well done. They look very good.

[@jennymartinez4597]

Furniture Flippa, I just spent $800.00 for 4 Wood chairs - modern. Chairs are expensive- especially Restored MCM ones with their minimalist but eye appealing curvy lines. Imho; Take the extra time to fix the holes in the top of the leg stabilizer . Also I would watch a few YT videos on upholstery. & do that over too. This plus the screws you’ll match will elevate these chairs to a higher price & more chances for a long life not in a landfill. Look what I paid! These MCM sleek little beauties you found are worth going the extra mile for & you’ll be able to get more equipment you need. You definitely have talent & an eye for finding nice pieces to bring back to life. ❤ & Blessings

[@monicalundy4400]

What a find! Mid Century is my favorite style. They turned out really well. Just for comfort, I probably would have used some foam under the fabric. And I would definitely turn the around piece so that the holes don’t show! Keep flipping! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@faithsmith7431]

Nice job. In the future, use the old upholstery to create a pattern using a news paper or packing paper from a box. You are a gutsy young man for trying new things. Remember that each mistake teaches a lesson, that perhaps,you won't have to learn again. You have an eye for this work and are talented.Joann Fabric sells foam by the yard.

[@dorellsayre5148]

Fix it definitely!

[@tequeena]

Hey Flippa, great to see you have a new bigger space now 🎉🙌 Another great job... far too tedious for me, thanks for showing us how you did it. 👍

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks Tequeena!! :)

[@re-inventedbymaria]

Beautiful outcome. I would have left the back uncovered, just stained, that is just me 😊

[@4H2O4EVER]

your time and effort was inspiring

[@marymorrison2484]

They look great

[@NAINIM]

Beautiful ❤️ I always removed old back and seat fabric and padding. If I was selling the chairs I would fix the oops.

[@NewArtSchool]

Nice job! I'd fix the holes regardless of selling or keeping the chairs. As far as the screws go, there are shops online that sell the exact sizes you need by the piece in bronze or steel. Not very expensive if your buying say 8 screws. I even hit the screwheads with some dirty butchers wax after scuffing them to take away the new look of the hardware. Thanks for posting.

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks for watching! Nice info too

[@juanrueda754]

Excellent!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thank you!

[@kilogruzu]

Nice work Jamie 👌

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thank you!🙂

[@rebeccac2867]

I like these a lot! Thanks for sharing!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Glad you like them! and thanks for watching

[@designabeej]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 if ur selling g them as a pair, I’d fix the mistake. It’s just that your eye is drawn to the thing that looks different! If ur selling them individually, then don’t bother.

[@sheilarowan8664]

Amazing job well done ❤❤❤❤❤

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks so much!!

[@albareyes7412]

Great job 👍

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks so much!!

[@mousiebrown1747]

I love those chairs! Stylish & comfortable.❤

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks! Glad you like them :)

[@jimtongas821]

If you were keeping the chairs I would say fill in the holes on the new peace you made. Next time you might want to glue some thin foam down then batting and then the new fabric. Too bad that an old original turquoise underneath was not salvageable. That color was badass. Excellent restoration sir.

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Hi Jim, I am considering filling them in with wood filler, then sanding, staining, sealing, then try to color match. Or I will just make a full new piece from scratch. Will update everyone. Thanks for watching and I am glad you like the restoration. Cheers, Jamie

[@angelaarena5208]

You did an awesome job on the chairs love the colour choice you picked.Well done 👏👏👏

[@shirleyannconfer9651]

I like the wood stain, and the piece that you created blends well with the rest of the chair. I think you did a pretty good job considering that you were learning about upholstery with this piece.

[@MayfieldRestorations]

Nice job Jamie 😃👍

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks David! 🙂

[@revecarodriguez709]

I think it’s best to fix , bcoz you will have a customer, that requires it be like store bought ! Probably bring you a better price !

[@LindaBeals-yc4pm]

Great find. Missed seeing your videos. I learn a lot from you. Amazing work.

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks Linda! I appreciate your comment and thanks for watching

[@karinapfel650]

A little foam pads would have made them more comfortable but the wood work was lovely!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

True; however, aren't many dining chairs solid wood? haha thanks for watching!

[@sharonmcmillen2811]

new subbie here. your channel popped up when I opened my youtube

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Hi Sharon, welcome! I appreciate you subbing :)

[@michaelcristofano5863]

They look great but without foam rubber on the seats and backs they can't be too comfortable. If you really want to do it right I would reupholster with foam and since you have to take it apart anyway remake the cross bars.

[@OwlingDogDesign]

Wow! They look great and what a find. Yes, flip the center piece (stretcher). IMHO, if you have to ask - just do it! You'll sleep better. ☺

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks! And totally, just needed a break on this project lol plan to make another piece correctly this week. Thanks for watching!

[@emmavik-fredriksson640]

Well done! How weird those plastic covers were! Yikes! I would have used foam first then batting, to make it softer. You did a good job with the upholstery, it's hard getting that really neat. I do think you should switch so the holes doesn't show, it does look a bit weird! Fantastic chairs, love mid century. Very clever to get a donor chair for a dollar, love when people upcycle.

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks! Upholstery is certainly a challenge... and for the piece I plan to fix it or add a new one in as soon as I get the time. Thanks for watching

[@richewilson6394]

Nice job I like these kinds of chairs I have the ones that are mid-century that have the wood backs with the diamond inlay to hide the screws. I wish I had the time to refinish them I have once but it has been a while I need to get him resend because they are kind of getting a little hairy around the edges on the backings.

[@phoenixfurniturestudio]

These look great! So glad you saved this from going into the trash 😊❤ I hate it when I work on stools and have to take out hundreds of staples but I think this is the worst I’ve ever seen…so many staples and screws!! 😅😅

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Thanks so much! And soooo many staples lol

[@sharonromer6606]

👍👍👍👍

[@juliakathryn2582]

If I was the potential customer, I would immediately be drawn to the difference between the two chairs. Would it matter? It all depends on the cost of the chairs. After all, I could reposition the piece myself. I don't know, truly. I guess my mood would determine the purchase. And, of course, the fact that the chairs were redone bu Flippa. 😊

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Totally, it definitely hurts the value of them. I do plan to get a new piece made soon, but after all that work I need a break from these chairs haha thanks so much for watching!

[@JaimeGarcia-uj2wl]

Muy buen trabajo en la madera, por otro lado no me gustó para nada el tapizado

[@FurnitureFlippa]

First timer here haha its hard stuff!

[@JohnFieldingUSA]

I tried upholstering a couple chairs they look terrible. It’s not as easy as it looks.

[@FurnitureFlippa]

So hard! The seats aren’t too bad, but seat backs are tough! Thanks for watching John

[@mrststreasures9628]

wow!!! you know if the backs were descent wood you could of left them natural 😀BUT I love them - the colors are so hip!!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

That was what I was hoping, however... they were in rough shape hahah and thanks! I am glad you liked them 🙂

[@mrststreasures9628]

@@FurnitureFlippa I have a set of 4 chairs same style but the fabric is vinyl. Been putting them off until my body is in better shape. I think this is the year!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Good luck!! You can do it!@@mrststreasures9628

[@mrststreasures9628]

@@FurnitureFlippa thanks kiddo!! ❤️

[@auntiear126]

Flippa do switch up the reversed piece. Your blind stitches were okay, practice … Thanks for working on MCM.

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Will do! I will update everyone on KZbin and other socials. Thanks for watching

[@renabee8246]

Good video. Where are you in Canada? I am in London Ontario

[@FurnitureFlippa]

I am currently in Vancouver! From Newfoundland and lived in Halifax for a bit too. And thanks!

[@hannahdeforest9148]

If I was the customer, I would prefer to have the holes on the bottom. Otherwise this is a beautifully done set!

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Totally! Can't believe I missed it initially haha plan to get a new one made this upcoming week! Thanks for watching

[@DOLsenior]

Wouldn't it be wonderful to find a stash of money under all that fabric.

[@natala1927]

Работа хорошая но сидеть на жестком стуле не очень то приятно ...

[@portialipton]

I was very impressed with how you recycled a piece of wood and carved it into shape. I think you need to reupholster the backs though. What you did is OK, but the backs of chairs are often seen more than the fronts, so you should try again. This might help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqaZpJ6Hpt6Ylck

[@FurnitureFlippa]

I think the shape of these chairs is what made it so hard, along with the fact I couldn’t hide any of the stitching, unlike the video you sent me. They could hide their stitches below and on the sides, I had 0 places to hide it and the round shape made blind stitching basically impossible. My first time ever, so yes it looks bad but now I know not to tackle something similar shape lol I will only try a chair back that I can hid the blind stitches more haha thanks for watching

[@zorroapero8643]

It's not really a restoration, you don't respect the original material, you make a new chair in fact.

[@FurnitureFlippa]

Well we don't really know the original material, maybe it was the old stuff maybe it wasn't. But this color green matches with many MCM chairs so why not haha but I did restore the finish. Thanks for watching

[@dorothysmith3850]

They look much better but if you’re going to do more of this type of furniture, you should take a few upholstery classes. The backs look awful.

[@josiefletcher4844]

He asked not to be roasted!