Restoration of an Antique Gramophone cabinet plus DIY scroll saw

#restoration #diy #woodworking #furnituremakeover #gramophone #vintage #antique
I restored this early 1900 gramophone and gave it a new purpose. Watch me as I use multiple techniques and tricks to bring this tired old cabinet back to life.
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[@TheLballou]

I know that this was two years ago, and now that you have moved. You now have so many beautiful and useful pieces of equipment, but you have always demonstrated clever problem solving skills, and superb craftsmanship!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you kindly!

[@nicolepras6036]

Vraiment un joli travail merci 🤗🤓

[@frelnc]

One of the reasons I watch your adventures in flipping is because of your ingenious ideas when you run into problems. You are a talented craftsman, Jay. Amazing result this time. Just gorgeous.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you Mary Kay. Will be back at it as soon as I’m moved in.

[@behkleei]

@@Flippingdrawersyou should have put the dark finishing on it grrr im coming to get you

[@patriciafrederick1740]

Thst is absolutely fabulous, how beautiful!!! thank you for such great work.

[@Flippingdrawers]

You are so welcome!

[@girlnorthof60]

I was excited that my table saw had an upside down router attachment on one end... you MADE YOUR OWN SCROLL SAW from a jig saw! Brilliant, absolutely brilliant. The gramophone cabinet repurpose turned out fantastic. 👍

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 😊

[@vandahuman8522]

Who clicks the like button before watching the video because you know it's going to be an amazing restoration. Barry, I have learned so much from regarding restoring furniture and not just painting it to cover up the flaws.

[@Flippingdrawers]

I guess people trust that it’s gonna be 😊

[@brendaowens2466]

I do. I have been watching him for quite awhile now.

[@NO-ib1ip]

I love seeing things restored instead of thrown away. This is excellent.

[@heatherrenhill3917]

No, I think he should throw it away! Here's my address (12345 S. I'm Joking Way, Carson, California 90745), I'll take it off your hands. Love from the USA! FYI - I'm getting ready to rehab some furniture pieces, & I learn so much from your channel, THANK YOU!!! I'm hoping to buy you coffee soon 💖

[@terryiggulden5182]

The original maker of this piece was very accomplished and you made it more stunning

[@pattymcshannock770]

The final result is incredible! Your patience and perseverance on this project is amazing, and your craftsmanship is second to none. How wonderful it is to save a piece of history, and so beautifully done. Thank you. Love this!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🤗

[@kathleengertzberg5405]

What more can be said; your work is so meticulous and beautiful.

[@allisonwaters3978]

Stunning. You don’t deserve a coffee…you deserve the whole coffee shop 🤩👏👏

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you so much 😀 I do appreciate the coffees you got me! That is very kind ;-)

[@crisbf9897]

Does your Samurai statue represents something that happened to you at one time? It's very original! You do very very very very very excellent work. I like the love you demonstrate when doing something to the piece of furniture. Congratulations. You are unique! Wow, great idea the one with the drill. I would have never thought doing that, but now I see why? WOW! I'M SPEECHLESS! BEAUTIFUL! ELEGANT! AND ORIGINAL!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 😊 and not really. It’s a statue that my neighbour was going to throw out so I took it 😊

[@crisbf9897]

@@Flippingdrawers Thanks for answering. I think you sort of relate to the Samurai's way. A fighter for perfection! Wish you good luck and prosperity!

[@terryperry8636]

I’m amazed by your talent! My grandfather was a talented furniture maker and refurbisher. I’m not sure where he learned his craft because was just a hobby. Where did you learn your incredible abilities? This piece you just finished is simply incredible and you gave a once fine piece new life.

[@frazzledhaloz3184]

Gorgeous

[@WobblyBiped]

When you introduced this piece, I thought you had lost your mind. It looked beyond salvation. But your ingenuity and engineering talents rescued the project. It's such a beauty! The oven cleaner was great; its regular purpose is to dissolve grease in an oven, so it was perfect to dissolve the remaining finish. The outcome is fantastic - and thank goodness you didn't paint it! Cheers from Oklahoma, USA.

[@Flippingdrawers]

very kind ;-) thank you

[@anjelastrabala1215]

I’m another Okie who has recently started watching. His work is far, far better than anyone else I’ve seen! Just amazing!

[@debrapaulino918]

@@anjelastrabala1215agree ⭐

[@debrapaulino918]

Paint happy people 🥴

[@debrapaulino918]

@@Flippingdrawers did you mention what kind of wood? Oak? The American Chestnut blight started 1904.

[@jodidavis6595]

Over 467,000 views. Proud for you Jay. From health care/nurse to professional restoration/flipper. Can’t believe you made your own jig 😳🙌🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 This was quite the restoration and you made your own repair on the molding. Well done ❤️

[@vickiehadd4324]

He was a nurse? I’m a retired nurse from Michigan.

[@dochubbell]

Every tedious move you made on this sad old gramophone took it further and further away from the landfill. The end result is stunningly beautiful. This kind of piece in a home is a sure conversation starter and could easily make visitors a little envious of the owners. LOL Your work as always, is at the very top of perfect. Love watching you turn these kinds of projects into jaw dropping awesome.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank Doc☺️ as always very generous with your kind words 👌

[@petracabanas6115]

Very nice!!!

[@ТатьянаРожкова-ц3т]

Красотища!!! Умение разглядеть в заброшенной вещи красоту - это не просто дар, это взгляд настоящего художника и мастера 🎉🎉🎉

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 😊

[@2007Isabellamaria]

Gorgeous!!!!

[@rosefillery5254]

love the effect of the dark and light tones of the timber. I especially like all the grain and character of the timber showing through. Beautiful and so satisfying to watch the process.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you ☺️

[@gingergilbert37]

What a brilliant idea to turn an old grammophone into a gentleman's valet! Simply beautiful art!

[@CopperCactusDIY]

I really need to invest in a Dremel for the shop. Such a versatile tool. Maybe an electric toothbrush too! So many great tips in this one, I don't even know where to begin! The final result is gorgeous. You always do exceptional work!

[@Flippingdrawers]

ha ha thanks ;-) It really is helpful. I wanted to get one for a long time and finally bought it when it went on sale for Black Friday . thank you ;-)

[@mollylundquist9145]

In addition to your artistic vision for each battered piece you find, to say nothing of all the elbow grease involved in realizing that vision, what amazes me is your ingenuity in solving problems. But wait, there's more! I also can't get over the ability to repair small holes, large gashes, missing veneer, and, now, repairs to intricate wood moldings. Wow, just wow!!!

[@joannjukes4474]

WOW!!!!! You blew me away with this one. You are ingenious when it comes to using the tools you have. Love the scroll saw you made and using the battery powered tooth brush was a great idea. This piece turned out AMAZING! I don't know that you realize just how good you are, but I for one am VERY IMPRESSED!!! You now have a very impressive and unique piece of furniture you should be very proud of.

[@Flippingdrawers]

🥰 you are too kind. Thank you JoAnn

[@amysbees6686]

Wow! How clever! A gentleman's cabinet. My husband could so use one! The top keeps your things from mischievous kitties.😻 Absolutely well done, Jay!👏👏👏👏

[@mama_p_nz8233]

You have the patience of a saint, to do all that sanding and not giving up. You are more than a DIY'er, you are amazing.

[@marciewelsh5446]

I am happy you kept the wood grain look. Very handsome finished product. 👍

[@valoriec]

It's amazing! I love the woodgrain on this piece. Personally, I'd sink a turntable into it and use it as a record cabinet. :D It's so pretty. Well done!

[@KingJamesBibleBeliever-de9fy]

My thoughts exactly

[@TheBlondeSunset]

That jigsaw hack was awesome!

[@sharonh.harris1924]

I wondered why you did the cushion. Now I see it. Beautiful job. I love how you saved the fancy work.

[@deborahschipper1520]

Stunning!!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you! 😊

[@angelabstractart6168]

Beautiful restoration! I loved the homemade scroll saw hack! You're very clever. Truly enjoyed watching.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks Angel. 🤟🏼

[@veronicabone8835]

Wow! Looks like a million! Awesome job!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks a million!

[@deborahschipper1520]

Your talent and eye for details is impeccable! Fabulous job! Thank you.

[@Flippingdrawers]

You are so welcome!

[@bonnysmith4908]

That is a beautiful piece of history

[@Flippingdrawers]

I agree, I really tried to do it justice.

[@galinanarkaytis8377]

Этот мастер отличный специалист. Его работа шедевр! Большое спасибо за то удовольствие, которое я получила, наблюдая за Преображением этого изделия!

[@peggymonroe2728]

Your work is amazing! Such craftsmanship and attention to detail! And the hack of turning your jigsaw into a scroll saw was brilliant!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks 😊

[@timgibson215]

So much hard work and dedication As my mama used to say "You have the patience of a saint." The end result is stunning. Well done!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you so much!

[@jennah6673]

I admire your ingenuity in the use of your tools and making do with what you have. The restored gramophone is beautiful!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you

[@debk9889]

What an exquisite piece! You took the time to bring it back to its original beauty I can imagine, and I love the tiger wood. Absolutely beautiful!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Glad you enjoyed it! thanks

[@lgamukolaivna8773]

Це не просто людина, це чарівник! Браво! Здоровя вашим золотим, ніжним рукам!

[@MrsJax304]

This is an astonishing piece of work. So beautiful. And I love your diy saw. What a clever idea and the dremel to cut new slots to unscrew those with is an awesome tip. Great work. Truly inspiring. 💕🌈🖖🏽

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you very much! 🤗

[@markarnold159]

A bomb to a gem! You know how to polish these pieces up! Great job!!!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks Mark !

[@paulacarlson4365]

Hello, that piece of furniture is the most gorgeous thing I have ever seen!!!!!!!What a fabulous job you did,your attention to detail is amazing!!!!!!!!!!

[@bellacucina3209]

Lovely transformation, and those door pulls would make glamorous earrings!

[@asaliden4584]

What an absolute amazing piece of furniture! And amazing restoration too. 😍

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you very much!

[@МилаБаранова-ю1ь]

Какое мастерство и профессионализм! Браво! 👏👏❤

[@janetrodriguez914]

That piece turned out so amazingly. You are an artist. I’ve stripped and restored a chair and I can’t tell you how many times I wanted to just throw it away. The job you did takes great patience and precision. I love what you did to restore that piece. It’s a very unique piece to begin with and you turned it back to its former glory. Beautiful job! You should be proud.

[@Flippingdrawers]

That is very kind of you ;-) Thank you Janet !

[@corinne_vintage]

You have so much patience, good sir. The quality and craftsmanship is outstanding! This is such a cool piece and it was so gnarly before you got your hands on it and brought it back to life.

[@betterbetty3542]

I love your attention to detail! It really makes every piece you do stunning!

[@131dyana]

What a neat idea you had for the cabinet You made into something really nice. Thank you.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Glad you liked it!

[@MadCityModern]

This has to be one of my favorite projects. You always put in the work to make things beautiful. Just think, if this piece had been perfect, you would have been criticized for ruining it. Instead, you found a creative way to make it better than it was. Barry

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks mate. I’m glad it’s finished lol it’s been a challenging week. You always have something wise to say. Much appreciated 👌

[@debsmith2269]

The grain on that timber is very striking. Bold and beautiful. Excellent job.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Glad you like it Deb. Thanks for watching

[@bluecurlygirl]

I've just watched it four times. Those repairs to the veneer were invisible. The little button looked like it had always been there. Seriously well done. I would LOVE to have that in my house (if I had room for it!) and I'd just have to put a record player in the top of it. I have records but no player! Who even does that? And store a bottle of jack somewhere there to. It's beautiful. Seriously, well done. (I'm probably going to watch it again tbh).

[@Flippingdrawers]

😂 ha ha ha awesome, I need all the views. I wish I could send it to you ;-) This was definitely a learning experience .

[@thibault7145]

The jigsaw trick is just too good! 😅

[@vickiel914]

Wow you did great! That turned out nice! I've started using the feed and wax on my old pieces I got from family and I just love it!

[@XANALOQUENDO]

I really like their restorations. It is as if the furniture he restores just left the factory.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you 🙏

[@Clavel688]

Beautiful work! Great idea for the saw!

[@orlando1a1]

Great video - I love how you took a neglected, woodworm eaten bashed-up old gramophone case and turned it into a spectacular piece of furniture.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks 😊

[@orlando1a1]

My pleasure

[@dshey6802]

I hope you DID keep it for yourself as a "valet" for your personal items as you displayed on the cushion. You are such a visionary; a very creative one. You are a genius at repurposing items. That was a lot of fun to watch because of how you repurposed it.

[@debbieedwards635]

You are a true brainic. I'm not a healthy person and spend hours watching my tablet, and your videos are some of my favourites ❤

[@pavlinkaangelova6168]

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[@conniemaniaci3612]

And now… a beautiful piece for any room. Thank you. ❤😊

[@pamelarichter908]

It`s unfortunate the seller was not up front with you on the damage of the cabinet, especially the worms damage. As usual, you took it head on and created a beautiful piece.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks Pamela🙏 I guess it made for a more interesting project 🤷🏼 so I’m not mad 😂

[@jeancarver6599]

I just love your videos and your voice and how much care you give everything you do, and I learn stuff from you with every video!!!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Wow, thank you!

[@Mikki-995]

Absolutely gorgeous. Beautiful job! I was so happy to see you keep all that beautiful wood and not cover it up with paint. Love this!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you so much! It did not even cross my mind to paint this one. People would some me lol

[@mfrmxcv]

VERY impressive. The cushion blew my mind!

[@purplewombat1923]

Wow, you did a wonderful job on this piece! I love the grain pattern in that old wood and yes, you are a genius for turning your jig saw into a scroll saw :-)

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks 🙏

[@pattietierce9557]

Okay, what you came up with to duplicate a scroll saw was absolutely amazing! And as always, your results are not only aesthetically beautiful but the humor you incorporate in your videos from the Samurai Sander Guard to your wisecracks absolutely lift my spirits! These videos are worth more than therapy!!❤

[@cajsheen2594]

Beautiful, lovely work and much admire your craftsmanship! We have one of these cabinets, not as fine as yours, English oak Jacobean style. My husband tidied it up a little ( condition wasn't too bad ) and we have our modern record player in the top, he put shelves where needed in the bottom and it houses all the stereo equipment. Great old pieces, aren't they? XXX

[@Flippingdrawers]

That is very cool you were able to do that. Thanks for watching !

[@siobhanjones6313]

Wow! Was so worth the wait to see!

[@dawnziccardi8205]

Wow! What a gorgeous piece & your DIY scroll saw is awesome too! Using a battery operated toothbrush to clean the hardware is a great idea too.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@bradleytuckwell4854]

What a fool to sell a beautiful piece of furniture that looks like that you have done it justice it looks amazing and what a great idea to put a cushion in it. You are a master of restoring furniture I love your channel so glad I found it.

[@FurnitureWarriors]

Absolutely stunning!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your creativity and skill to figure out ways to do things is unbelievable! Your craftmanship is top notch!💗💗💗

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks guys 🥰 this was a challenge but I learned a lot.

[@nancythomas1954]

That was a lot of repetitive and delicate work! And it turned out so beautiful! Very well done. Work that you do is rare and the care you take. Thank you for sharing 🙂

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks for watching ☺️

[@ednaalegria8710]

I love how you problem solve and DIY. Your attention to detail is absolutely amazing. This piece is so beautiful, congratulations on another awesome restoration.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you Edna ;-)

[@irenebecker4815]

How many times can I say "Wow!"? Your resolve to restore this old gramophone is inspiring. And I have to mention, your choice of music - so eclectic, always perfect.

[@Flippingdrawers]

thank you ❤️

[@kristinebailey6554]

That cabinet is gorgeous before and after! What a piece of wood! Beautiful.

[@Dakiniwoman]

You found a great treasure this time to restore...this is the kind of piece I have enjoyed restoring for myself in the past... that is definitely one I would put in my own home as I love the Antiques. The rich tones of the natural wood grains is just breathtaking and this one had wonderful hardware... Thanks for sharing your wonderful talent and your projects.

[@jorgeoliveira1936]

Lindo trabalho...com muito capricho, atento aos detalhes...tudo de muito bom gosto...obrigado por postar.

[@happyandblessed5640]

You are so skilled. What a labour of love. You worked so hard. I love watching you create new pieces from old.

[@lynnatwood7486]

The jigsaw idea was absolutely amazing!!!😍

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks 🤩

[@karenbohling4449]

This was fun to watch. You are inventive and a problem solver. Excellent job.

[@Flippingdrawers]

thank you! I do try lol

[@debpadula]

Your attention to detail is impeccable. And I love how you can make a tool if you don't actually own one. Amazing!

[@mattbannan637]

THOSE CENTER PANELS, MOULDINGS,AND HARDWARE REALLY POPPED!!! NICE PIECE!!!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks so much!

[@piratetaylor29]

Oh dear, it's absolutely stunning with all the old world charm of a craftsmen. 👍🏻🇺🇸♥️

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you ☺️

[@sherryroberts7716]

My heart just ACHES looking at this rare beauty! You are a G E N I O U S !!!!!! I so admire your patience! I used to be that way!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you for watching 🥰🤗

[@lornacy]

I'm binging your content, and it's fun to see how things have changed. Now you could just cut brand new replacements with the cool laser tool you have, but there is so much charm in the DIY scroll saw. Loving your channel 😊

[@connieacree4006]

Oh, my goodness! What a beautiful piece of furniture this turned out to be. You did an awesome job. Thank you for sharing. God bless you. 😊❤❤

[@nicholasargyros3243]

I have learned so much from you Jay. I have some disabilities, & have found your ingenious use of tools in tight spots & with hard to remove pieces very helpful. I can only hope to have as many great tools as you do, so, therefore, I find your examples of using simple tools we already have on hand to make do with what's in your toolbox already, very advantageous. I also have learned a great deal about the application of chemicals to assist in the process. Thank you so much for posting these videos I appreciate the knowledge. Greetings to Mondo and all of the cat friends😂😂!

[@lauraletchemaiteetchemaite1753]

Very impressive! I loved how you used your intelligence to create the saw and cut the little curved piece of wood.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you very much!

[@piratetaylor29]

Just amazed at the attention to detail on the inside of the doors. There's the perfect pieces to flip off and use on the outside broken pieces. Fill, sand and stain the inside of the doors and only you will be the wiser. 👍🏻🇺🇸

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you ☺️

[@cassandrasingleton3267]

I have only three words for this piece of work………. AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME 👏🏼🌹

[@Flippingdrawers]

Ha ha thank you ☺️

[@AlMeans]

Good lord, you made that a thing of beauty!!! I am very impressed with your ability to overcome difficulties and make them a thing of the past. You seem to be able to overcome major problems with ... your intellect and craftsmanship better than anyone else I've been lucky enough to observe on this platform. Amazing, sir!!!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you very much!

[@mdunn4555]

Thank you for restoring this piece of lovely craftmenship. You did a gorgeous job

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks for watching 😉

[@willowandkevin3068]

Beautiful, was unsure about the cushion at first but then realized what you intend. Your very patient. Well done it turned out fab.

[@PrideP8]

WOW, what a transformation! Your devotion to this piece is absolutely laudable. I am drawn to every item you make. Thank you.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Hi Peggy😊 thanks for watching

[@rebeccastratton4114]

Just delightful. It looks proud of itself. What a fantastic second life!

[@manonmassari7771]

Beautiful!!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you! 😊

[@paulaheuser5200]

Thank you for all your episodes! I look forward to them.

[@KeyserSoseRulz]

When I am very stressed, I watch one of these videos. It restores my sanity as much as it restores beautiful neglected pieces.