How to give New Life to furniture WITHOUT REFINISHING

This week in the shop Trena re-glues and waxes a set of dining chairs.
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[@Green-Drake]

Cup of coffee, couple of eggs, and John’s Furniture w/ Trena. Great start to my Sunday.

[@bethrundle5560]

Same here!

[@crisicooper3720]

Yep. Sunday morning ritual

[@als1023]

Same !!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Awe. Love it🥰

[@CCGirl-rl3lg]

Broke out my grandmother's old Singer table from the basement as have finally converted my daughters' room into a guest/sewing room. Cleaned it, rubbed some Restore a Finish on it, then used Howards wax. I've had this piece since I was 21. I am 58. It looks great! Not perfect, but I was not shooting for perfect. You and Thomas Johnson out of Maine are the best. I finally glued some pieces that have been in the drawer of my nice old tv table bureau while fixing up other items. Took 5 minutes, and twelve years (eyeroll). Thanks for the inspiration to tackle some long overdue projects. Plus as I own a hardware store I always learn more to help my customers. Very much appreciate your videos for the info as well as the relaxation. Something about furniture restoration videos is very calming.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Way to go!😉💪

[@dennishinkle5010]

Sometimes less is more. They are great chairs. Thank you for sharing.👍

[@jimwiskus8862]

It’s so nice to see that one doesn’t need to do a complete tear down and stripping in order to give new life to a tired set of chairs. Super job Trena! 😊

[@Southeastgeorgiapeach]

Well, as an old dog (me), I learned a new trick today. Have lots of antiques that need some TLC. Will definitely be buying some beeswax. Thanks so much for the info.

[@martemacdougall1985]

Laura Becker is a talented friend, and the rush weaving she does is as skillful as her caning. Love the finish,Trenna. I have added this type of project to my list of spring cleaning. My beautiful teak Balinese coffee table needs some TLC. It is 3 ft square, and the top is all one piece . I believe the craftsman "peels" off the tree. Anyway, lovely sprucing up of the oak ladder back chairs. Adding Howard's Feed and Wax to the Home Store shopping. Glad you had a nice visit back east with Laura.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Wonderful!

[@user-gb6re9eg3i]

THANK YOU, SWEET TRENA. YOU MAKE IT ALL LOOK SO EASY! TAKING FURNITURE APART IS VERY INTIMIDATING, BUT THE CHAIRS DO LOOK GREAT, THEY HAVE A WHOLE NEW LIFE AHEAD OF THEM.

[@TaylerMade]

watching trena gave me the confidence to break down old furniture. i was always afraid the glue would hold and the wood would shatter. however, i am glad to be proven wrong.

[@dianesilas4243]

I do want to thank you for giving us amatures great tips on how to do things correctly. I really do enjoy your channel. I have been working on a folk Victorian home that I am stocking with antiques. Your videos are peaceful to me.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

You are so welcome!

[@gottathinkupanewone]

I love the chairs, and the seats are gorgeous. Great work! Since the stretchers are round, you can turn the one that was chewed and patched so the patch is facing downward. Then nobody can see it except the floor, which will not care.

[@wes5532]

Nice job on the chairs,,,and the seats. Way to go Laura.

[@tomswindler64]

Simple,but retains the originality of the chairs.great little video as always.just continue doing what you do best.😎😎😎👍👍👍

[@leeannoneal4847]

I love the chairs, they are so pretty! The seats really make them pop.

[@jackiedulson192]

Hey, you’re not the boss of me-I definitely AM subscribed!! Lovely to see the transformation just from cleaning and polishing. Laura’s webbing work gorgeous!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@swimrski]

I thoroughly enjoed this video. I don't have any furniture restoration to do, but I do have a lot of furniture maintenance needs. It was a nice, relaxing 10 minutes of pretending you were doing my work for me. Alas, my cleaning awaits.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

lol darn

[@stevencampbell1227]

I love the calming music while you work.

[@aok2727]

Those seats are so unexpected. I have wondered how to refresh a piece. Thanks for this tidbit.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

You're welcome!

[@katherineharper-sj4ys]

Very unexpected but very beautiful

[@Cquoya]

Very nice and those sits, perfection.❤

[@jaensara]

¡¡¡Ya está la comida!!! El clásico llamado de mamá desde la cocina y uno la podía escuchar en donde se encontrara en casa😋. Creí que sólo mi mamá era la que tenía esa costumbre 😊. En un comentario (de otro canal) dije que es bueno dar mantenimiento a nuestros muebles para que así puedan mantenerse por más tiempo y me sorprendieron con una respuesta: "Es muy cierto eso también se aplica en nuestra vida" palabras más o menos así. Me respondió Mr. Tom, con su sabiduría y experiencia de vida. Lo tengo presente. Cuidar nuestros muebles para que nos acompañen el mayor tiempo posible, no esperar a que se deterioren para darles mantenimiento. Gracias por compartir esta experiencia y hazle llegar mis saludos a tu amiga Laura, admiro su trabajo. Saludos y bendiciones.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou! I will🥰

[@NEWSENDY]

These chairs have been given a new lease on life.

[@GirdsHerStrength]

I was not expecting the cane seats! Very cool.

[@danaowen9014]

The seats realy look nice, and they compliment the chair.

[@davidbaldwin2729]

wow Laura did a beautiful job on the seats, they really make the chairs pop, thanks

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes they do

[@user-bh1lk9rj7j]

Excellent refresh and diy instructions.

[@louisenrico5943]

Trena. Thank you again for sharing. I always learn something from you. Beautiful work as always

[@Southeastgeorgiapeach]

Trena, I found the Howard Beeswax at Home Depot here in Georgia. Have started in the master bedroom and oh my gosh! I can almost hear the furniture saying AAH!!! Thank you ever so much for telling us viewers about the product. The difference is absolutely amazing. So glad I bought 2 bottles of it. It will surely be my go-to product from now on. Thanks again.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

That is awesome!

[@sherriethames6503]

I hope you recognize your gift or talent. I fully expected cloth seats. Would never have thought of the woven seats or the style. That's a gift and I envy it. I think few people really have that talent. As always, beautiful work.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes! Thank you!

[@karenharris2880]

Really beautiful! I love love love those gorgeous seats! Really nice job.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks so much!

[@shirleyannconfer9651]

You and Laura both do amazing work. I love the seats, and the chairs are fantastic.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks so much!

[@franceshurt3517]

Hi Trena, without doubt you are the par excellence of your chosen field, what more canbe said🥰😘💕👍👍👍👍

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

🥰

[@RobbieSongwriter]

Your "little spruce up" made a MAJOR difference in these chairs, and Laura's woven seats do look like a "perfect compliment" - and as always, I learned something new. 😎 Thank you Trena.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Oh thank you!

[@jill552]

Beautiful little chairs. Love the seats. Great video. Something a regular person can do. ❤️

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes! Thank you!

[@Nobody_896]

I love your hair today ,lovely nails too, I notice everything, you always look beautiful, I enjoy watching you at work,❤🙂👍my name is also John just like your dads,

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Neat!

[@elizabethcarrington5819]

Gorgeous finish and the seats are fabulous! ❤❤

[@JamesPeck-lg2ho]

Excellent as always Sister.

[@medickaisu]

Very nice and timely for me. I've had 3 chairs for over 30 years that I plan on reupholstering. The wood is not bad enough to refinish, but it could use a refresh. I am totally going to do this. I will let you know how they work out. Thanks and have a great week.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Sounds great!

[@pmichael73]

Nice project - great result!

[@maddieadams75]

Beautiful chair, seats are stunning. ❤

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

I think so too!

[@steventaylor9002]

Great job Trena. 😃

[@beneditodecio7228]

Aqui bem distante, descobri você pelo KZbin desde então virei seu fã.Suas apresentações são simples e bem esclarecido, dotado de vasto conhecimento em restauração de móveis rústicos, Parabéns anjo louro,por nós bindar com seus posts.Você é especial

[@pattylevasseur4041]

wow those chairs are different trena.... very nice job over all !!!! they should last a good 50 yrs at least;];];]

[@vikkiarcila3462]

We miss you when you are not on.........loved your video, thank you.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

So nice of you

[@michaelhenderson5683]

Nice job again Trina 👏👏👍

[@jamescole1786]

5/6/24...great show using simple Bees Wax, green scrubby cloth & 'elbow greese'. Beautiful results...as always..!💪👍😊

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@hjemison]

I grew up with pressed oak chairs in the fifties and sixties with my parents antique shop friends and always liked them. I absolutely loved the rush caned seats and with your wash and wax (sounds a car wash) they look beautiful!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks!

[@Judi-nz5hg]

Great video for us newbies, thanks Trina

[@gwencobb1452]

Beautiful chairs

[@SparrowStockwell]

They look really nice.

[@nctrailcam81]

Normally I love hearing your advice, but I just can't back you with the message you post at the end of this video. 🤩

[@cece624]

LOL. I’ve been subscribed for years! I’m keeping my subscription!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Lol

[@steve_weinrich]

Nice job and a lovely video. I think tge seats are fantastic!

[@jillatherton4660]

Nice, I don't think you'll be throwing these off a bridge. 😄👍

[@robertsteinbeiss8478]

nice frommstart to finish

[@normanl881]

Another great video, i alway look forward to seeing your videos!!!!

[@glenfisher728]

Beautiful work as usual Trena

[@curiouscat3384]

Hahaha! GORGEOUS! But do you really think we can all wait till the end to see what the seats will look like???? I peeked and then went back to watch it from the beginning :)

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Lol

[@avivat3010]

Beautiful work, Trena! Good tip for my old presssed=back chairs. Thank you.

[@peterouellette3874]

They look awesome

[@als1023]

Thank You for that Howard's tip, needed that !! Gonna use it on some other restorations that just need a quick touch up. Chair seats are very beautiful.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Glad to help

[@johnleavey356]

I love your work.

[@texanasimmons1761]

Cute chairs!!!❤

[@MrVince8]

I think it would be very hard to find chairs as well made as these in todays world. Quality has nearly disappeared in the furniture field these days. Outstanding work!

[@rosewhalen5456]

Beautiful As usual You just amaze me with your work

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@brianlittle3452]

A Couple Of Items that your viewers might find useful: Green Scotchbrite: There are two Green Scotchrites - an industrial and a kitchen. The industrial is about 600 grit while the kitchen is rougher but unspecified grit. Quick Clamps: Stanley Black & Decker owns both DeWalt and Irwin - so it really doesn’t matter which brand of clamp one uses.

[@rolandtinker734]

Nicely done ❤

[@beardyface8492]

There's downsides to plastic gliders as well as felt pads, after some time they tend to go brittle, break in half & leave the nail protruding. Kids & some visitors tend to be poor at noticing instantly. Ultimately I'd rather deal with stuck hair & dust than deep scratches in the floor from nail heads.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Hmm. Yes that happened with the old plastic ones. These are a silicone based product so not so prone to drying out as the old plastic ones did.

[@edwardmurray4703]

nice cleanup job.

[@caroltanzi29]

Trena: I not only enjoyed this video, but have its brother, the arm chair, sitting in my living room for extra seating. I bought mine at SFMacy’s when I worked there as their home furnishing co-ordinator. It was on sale for $79.00. I remember being so excited buying it. One of our first pieces for our new home. A good memory. Still love it! Carol from California

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Oh very cool! ❤️

[@barbara_d]

absolutely beautiful :)

[@jlander9940]

Regarding your ending comment, I disobeyed a long time ago and subscribed anyway. 👍 And thanks for another great video.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

lol. ❤️

[@user-yk1tz5rz9x]

Great job on the chairs!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you!

[@faithfulhall1060]

Thanks for the inspiration.

[@cynthiajacklyn6639]

These chairs are gorgeous !! Love the seats. Thank you for always teaching us while your working. Your do's and don'ts help all of us learn about the trade !! This was a fun video. Loved it!!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

You are so welcome!

[@duanedrouillard2495]

Awesome

[@LewHarriman]

Very helpful! I kea furniture... but e certainly have furniture in our home that really only needs this sort of treatment...brighten the finish and give it a new coat of protection. Thanks, Trena.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Glad it was helpful!

[@joanmacdougall7221]

Morning ,very helpful video. And perfect,but unexpected seating. Unique and beautiful

[@adamfitch965]

Yeah, at first I was a little wary of the choice, but when you pull back and see them from a distance it really compliments the style of the chairs.

[@charleskellyhildenbrand7854]

Hi! I am enjoying the new emphasis on what you can do and it seems to me that it would be an interesting endeavor for you to make a series of videos for purchase that would teach furniture repair and treatment for the beginner. It would be another good way to pass along your knowledge and skills. I like the idea that it would be a way to have furniture be of longer use . Take care and be well! Second thought, I would be interested in learning about you and your horse(s) too! K

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks! Noted

[@bethcrane5780]

Those seats are perfect! what a beautiful set. Thanks for bringing us along! Love to see those subscriber numbers rising!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

You bet!

[@CALB2009]

@Trena~ This was a great tutorial. The technique is so simple, but it really packs a beautiful punch! The woven seats done by Laura look fantastic and truly make these chairs special! BRAVO! CHEERS TO YOU MY FRIEND! ~~Christy~~

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much Christy!🥰

[@martinhall1382]

Cool

[@jomercer21113]

Those are graceful little chairs. My dining room set is due for a scrub down and repolish, too.

[@terryosz8458]

They look amazing I loved the seats too stay safe out there and God Bless you and your family

[@TheKruizr]

Too late, I'm already subscribed... 😁

[@Tootsie55]

Love the seats. So beautiful! ❤❤

[@sylviaprudhomme5417]

Really really stand out. So glad to see that treatment❤❤❤❤

[@509brown]

Beautiful!

[@djparn007]

Thank you, Trena. 👍

[@jerrycratsenberg989]

Nice! Thank you for sharing!

[@marksmith334]

Very fine upholstery at the start of this

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Not sure what you mean?

[@larrykelly2838]

Chairs look fantastic.

[@terryrogers1025]

Thank you for tutorial, really liked the seats, chairs finished out beautifully, appreciate the video, enjoyed watching.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@FranNoesse]

Love your choice of seats! Thank you for sharing.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Glad you like them!

[@liliangel825]

Too late: we’re already subscribed! 😮

[@finn4785]

Big difference. Looking great.

[@patriciamay638]

Thanks trena. I've been curious about howards and the clean and spruce up instead of a formal refinish. Especially chairs with the spindles and detail.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Glad it was helpful!

[@curtisroof8798]

Chairs look very nice! Such a soothing video. Thank you.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! 😊

[@denniswilkinson1674]

Well done , the chairs look great. Another tip to use , thanks.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks 👍

[@4tannus]

Very nice. I love the bees wax. I have used it on pens and bowls as well.

[@rogerdudra178]

I wish I was as easy to refinish.

[@52daa]

Love love love those chairs 👏👏👏👏. Inspired me to work on our 3 dining room chairs 🥰

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yay! Thank you!

[@katherinef4291]

The caned seat covers are great! Thank you!

[@davidrassler329]

The seats are rushed seats, not caned.

[@user-cy1pk6rf4k]

👏👏👏❤