Restoring an Art Deco sideboard someone tried to up cycle 😬

[@nancyraines5930]

Wow night and day. Gorgeous.

[@ericaeschenbacher4921]

Excellent restoration!! Doing a Google image search on this beautiful piece took me to an exact match for sale on Cherish. It appears to have had a small hutch with sliding glass doors that sat on top. As far as the mystery wood under veneer, molded plywood was often used to create the curves on the industrial mass produced furniture called Streamline Modern that emerged from the more labor intensive Art Deco style in the mid 1930s, which I believe this piece is representative of. 😻

[@Greenacres1958]

Thank you. I would have continued wondering. I don’t have the patience…….. lol

[@megrogan1]

I would love to see the link to the piece on “Cherish.” What a lovely piece! Subbed.

[@macmccreadie8541]

Art Deco? More like Art Crapo.

[@BrassMtn]

@@macmccreadie8541child

[@Pluschap]

The anachronistic National Insurance card is not too hard to understand if you picture a lady with a shoe box of old papers from her dad, stuffing the box in that drawer, and then forcing it shut so that something got caught in the frame. I have seen veneer where there was a knot in the board it was peeled from, that ends up with odd unmatching circles in the final finish. That's what this looks like. Beautiful, as always. I just hope the value is sufficient to justify all those hours of labour! I don't do coffee, but I could make you a nice cup of tea 😁

[@NancySherer-t9v]

I love watching the small repairs. It's art.

[@rockshot100]

Very fine craftsmanship, NOT art. "Art" means something else. I DO AGREE that he is one of the finest.

[@jenn976]

Artistic craftsmanship

[@Rose-jz6ix]

​@@jenn976I think you put it best. He doesn't just store furniture, he breathes life into each piece.🇦🇺😊❤️

[@constance4105]

Absolutely Beautiful, Thank You.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you too!

[@Nancy-mi3xe]

The transition was impressive. In the be3ginning I wondered if it was different pieces cobbled together. By the end it made sense. And the color choices really worked. Nice piece. Love to see old things made beautiful and saved. Glad Rufus hasn't fallen down on his supervisory obligations.....

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you and yes, only supervising, no work whatsoever 😂

[@honbun100]

Rufus is no dummy!

[@a.l.a.7847]

The next project is "Cats of Flippingdrawers" Calendar -- Rufus and company lounging around looking nonchalant and cute on all your gorgeous restorations!

[@shirleyannconfer9651]

This is such a beautiful restoration. The repairs, in my opinion, make it look more authentic. After all, the average owner wouldn’t replace the entire veneer, either. I liked watching the laser, too. The refurbished hardware is simply gorgeous, and it looks great. You made an excellent choice with the stain and oil, and the drawers and interior are beautiful. That restore a finish stuff is pretty nifty, and I always love the results you get with the feed & wax.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you very much!💛

[@chris-q7c4x]

U o

[@ElsaGomez-wn1qh]

You don't only repair beautiful furniture, you resurrect it! Amazing results!

[@karodora]

The restoration of the exterior is stunning and you did a perfect job making it beautiful. Equally impressive is the detailed attention you give to the interior, underside, and back of each piece. The total restoration/refinish is beautiful.

[@cyndybeller1306]

Thanks!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you beautiful person 🥰

[@VtotheG2885]

I swear, Jay. I honestly didn’t think you could turn it around. I should absolutely know better by now. You NAILED it!! Beautiful work, as always!!

[@marie-claudelecurieux-lafa9196]

Stunning restoration Remarkable color

[@patriciamathis7042]

I love that you are willing to put so much work into the repairs to bring these pieces back to the original beauty. Great job on this one.❤❤😊

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you very much!

[@kevinknight6302]

Beautiful work

[@cristamcmillin5227]

WOW!! The transformation is unbelievable! Just an awesome job!!

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you so much!

[@judithburke1539]

It's an amazing transformation! 😍

[@karyndekeiser-moulton1213]

Beautiful, just beautiful!

[@Cat_Lover365]

You are a very talented young man. I appreciate seeing how you use various tools and equipment to restore. I agree that it is an art. I love all the videos I have viewed and your furniture is beautiful. I went back to some of the older videos and it is cool to see how your talent and ability have grown. I always get a smile from the neighborhood cats who love to inspect your labor!😂 keep restoring the old, new and dumped treasures you find.

[@angusmclaren6257]

Another amazing restoration Jay.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Glad you like it

[@lisakaye75]

The repairs you made are so flawless. Impeccable job. And as always, I love your fuzzy friends coming for snugs.

[@lorraineferraro8946]

You always do a fabulous job.

[@nualafuller7223]

Good evening from Barcelona Spain

[@lorenzomartin8978]

Barcelona España

[@tiffanysteele2735]

It’s absolutely beautiful!

[@ginnysimpson5232]

I wish I could adequately express my amazement at how beautifully you have restored this piece. A pile of junk to something anyone would be proud to have in their home. Bravo!

[@judyeldridge5786]

Very beautiful. Love watching you create

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks so much 😊

[@GamerJules_]

I wonder if a local history museum would or could use the social security card. I've always found bits of history like that interesting! Lovely restoration as always. 💜

[@eveb446]

The restoration of this sideboard is fabulous. Your patience in finding all of the tiny repairs needed shows off your skills and talent in restoring furniture. Thank you for sharing.

[@DavidCadena-h1l]

Continue to be impressed with the work you put in, on your projects. You never give less then perfection. Well done Sir 👏

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you very much!

[@julierobertson148]

Your salvaging the top veneer is nothing short of miraculous! I looked very hard at the final result and couldn't see anything worth noting. If the repairs are visible "in person", they can't but give the piece character. I love watching you work.

[@anitamorales1506]

You brought her back to life! Wonderful job! Very clever to use a laser to remove the burn spots . You just boggle my mind sometimes. Restore a finish is one of my favorite products of all time. Thanks for sharing this with us!💜

[@Flippingdrawers]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching

[@lua4221]

OH. MY. GOODNESS!! You honestly FLOOR me! This turned out amazing and honestly, I didn't think it had a chance...but sure enough.... "2,000 years later" you had it!

[@kimmaedke2763]

Amazing transformation. You’d never guess that this was the same piece.

[@mariarodriguez4449]

It looks fabulous ❤

[@lauriehill8240]

Beautiful! I love your term 'sympathetic restoration' ! You and Transcend Furniture Gallery do such beautiful work - and neither of you is US! I can't hope to buy your projects - just admire from afar! [Amazon Wish list doesn't load btw]

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you very much 💛 Angie is awesome and thanks for the info. Will fix it.

[@laineymcd4074]

I agree with your choices. They are my favourites because they do fantastic work, teach as they go, and have soothing rather than screeching voices. If you think they are far from you, try from a different hemisphere, in more ways than one.

[@kathleenkillen7820]

Not everything old is trash. This proves it . Turned out very nice!

[@katb3960]

I really like this relaxed presentation. Much nicer without the music.. you have such a soothing voice. Beautiful work.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jenwylie4093]

What a transformation!! I would have never guessed this piece had so much potential!

[@sharonsmith9040]

I have never seen one like this and I love that you preserved it's original character as much as possible. It's lovely.

[@lauris5708]

I think the repairs look great. They honor the history of the piece; they are a tidy, neat repair that says, "I have loved a little but I still look good!" I really like your esthetic; you have a knack for accentuating the natural beauty of each piece. Also, your neighbors have great taste in cats--they are all so beautiful!

[@kelfae]

Really really well done. I love a sympathetic restoration where as much is preserved as possible. Every piece has a story!

[@eduedumex9013]

Very nice....!!!!👍👍

[@janvafa9959]

Wow! This really turned out gorgeous!

[@АлександрАнтипин-э6з]

В вашей работе присутствует внутренняя гармония, которую вложил мастер, изначально изготовивший это изделие. Просто получился шедевр в новом исполнении. Наблюдаю за вашей работой давно и очень рад, что есть такие мастера. Удачи и новых вдохновений, Маэстро!

[@terryschuh6596]

Love it! Who wouldn’t want this beautiful piece in their home? Well done!

[@MarjenaSloan]

The repairs only seem to stand out because you know where they are. Beautiful job.

[@thudson4407]

Jay, as always, this turned out just beautiful!! I have a feeling, that somewhere along the way the original cabinet doors were damaged and then replaced with ones that were "close enough". Maybe that's why they were trimmed with solid oak. This may not be it's first sympathetic restoration. Just a theory...

[@merryhunt9153]

At first I thought I didn't like this buffet, but now I realize that modern furniture is so rectangular, with sharp right angles, and this chubby, curving piece with its circular knobs is a pleasant change. It looks like a cabinet the seven dwarves would have had. I like it that you paired it with that spiky medallion for contrast.

[@margaretmarks6685]

BEAUTIFUL!!! I love that you try to stay as true to the original piece as possible. I also enjoy your attention to detail! You always pick such interesting pieces! I love Art Deco! Well done! 👏👏👏👏❤

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed

[@janetd4862]

Interesting and unusual piece. The door shape has me baffled, as do the legs/base. You do manage to find interesting things, and as usual, the finished piece speaks for itself. Well done!

[@omarkabbani4002]

First time watching a live one!!!

[@Flippingdrawers]

awesome ! welcome

[@snejok61]

A wonderful result! You have restored the dignity of this thing. With all due respect!!!🌹🌹🌹

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jillpackard5305]

Such an understatement that the drawers look “pretty nice”. They are fabulous 🎉

[@Flippingdrawers]

thank you 🥰

[@donnaferrara947]

What a fabulous restoration! I've said it before but it bears repeating. Your attention to detail is second to none.🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you Donna 💛

[@jenn976]

It is just lovely and I especially love the match you made with the walnut stain. And then the “chocolate” stuff on top was a great finishing touch. And just as I was missing the beeswax orange substance, there you were using it on the inside pieces. I think the laser cut circles were a genius move and turned out nicely. And bonus kitty!!!

[@TheHusvargen]

Nice wood grain and great finish 🙂

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks 👍

[@ornatelyyours47]

Do you ever stand back and just say "wow I did that ❤" if not you should, you are a true artist and thank for taking us along for the ride ❤

[@caroltanzi29]

Jay: this is a most interesting Art Deco piece. It’s remarkable the work you did put into it. A beautiful restoration piece. A person with unique taste will love it. I hope it has sold already. Carol from California

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you ;-) Haven't even post it for sale yet lol

[@mdeysenroth]

What a beautiful and unusual piece. Your restoration is brilliant!

[@Donna-ct2gn]

Nice job.

[@vikik4714]

Beautiful restoration! This piece has character and a story to tell! Thank you for doing this! 👏👏👏

[@Flippingdrawers]

My pleasure!

[@territhompsonarts]

It's so beautiful! No one will ever put paint over that wood grain, now that you've restored it to the finish it's meant to have.

[@samwyz69]

It looks soooo much better. You did a splendid job! I’m impressed.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@MaryCoffey-pn9zv]

Initially I thought this piece could not possibly be saved. But then you let us know that Rufus would be supervising and I knew it would be exquisite. 🐈‍⬛

[@betsymcgovern3267]

Wow. These are my favorites that you do, restoring something that's been essentially destroyed back to its original glory. Thank you!

[@shannonbusse6702]

Wow, I really lost faith on you with this one, it was such an eye sore, but you did wonders! Just so amazing!

[@joyfulmessenger]

Beautiful piece. Restoring the top vs. replacing the veneer keeps a part of its history, and I respect that.

[@lottiewilds539]

Jay, you are so wonderful to watch. I like your accent and the cats. Your results are so rewardinv.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Very kind ❤️

[@dragonfury1980Slk6859]

Your attention to detail is commendable. I really love watching you work & have never seen one project I didn’t like, no matter how it turns out. The way you figure things out, how you fix what seems (visually) to be unfixable…I’m truly amazed. Well done! And keep up the wonderful, beautiful work. ❤️👍🏼😁

[@carolinerichardson597]

That's amazing

[@wendyhart]

I love what you did with this piece! 🤯 It’s absolutely beautiful! Nice job!!!

[@Lisargarza]

The small dings and discolorations that remain are part of the history of the piece. I think it’s lovely that you get it back as close to original as possible.

[@philomenahearn1717]

Wow, another superb transformation/restoration-now I’ve seen it to the end - maybe those doors are the originals after all. I really love the hardware - such pretty details and because of the size of them they just make this piece. Great job as usual. Really like the colour and finish too. ❤

[@Mrsstick07]

Absolutely stunning. I wish I lived in the uk, I would buy so many pieces from you. 🤩

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you so much!

[@Greenacres1958]

I’d go broke buying pieces from him. Lol.

[@lynnettep1371]

I think those small imperfections give it character. It's a beautiful piece.

[@valeriebigley8759]

I love all of the time and care you put into all of these sad pieces. ❤ you are a true artist. Thank you for sharing

[@shawnsisler3743]

I'm wondering if someone tried to repair the doors and just found it easier to make copies with MDF and veneer. As usual, you do amazing work, it's lovely.

[@jillynnrekowski3106]

Amazing transformation! That piece turned out absolutely beautiful. ❤

[@wobber999]

You have a lovely garden mine looks like a bomb site at the moment 😂

[@bradleytuckwell4881]

I’m always impressed with your work. And the choices you make on your projects always turn out great.This one was a great find and you’ve done it justice once again

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thanks Bradley 🙏 very kind of you mate.

[@Hexepresso]

This is gorgeous. It isn't my kind of thing but I can appreciate the work and beauty. Thank you for saving it.

[@lisachiboroski9930]

Jay! What a gorgeous piece well, when you were done with her! So many great tips today that even I can tuck away. I love your work. You are such an inspiration. Once again, thanks for sharing.

[@Flippingdrawers]

You are so welcome! Glad to hear that

[@pbain763]

Kudos to you for bringing that piece of furniture back to life. Absolutely amazing!

[@bonniesf6719]

Wow. I thought the original looked like metal, not wood. You did an amazing job with this!

[@ATXdee]

Very nice restoration.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you Dee💛

[@susanjacquier5358]

Watching from Australia. I love that you give every piece the detail it deserves...wonderful restoration ❤ Love the little humorous comments too...great work!

[@Flippingdrawers]

thank you !

[@mausjennings]

Wow ❤❤❤

[@stephenlines9431]

You have such vision and faith! Even when finished to your amazingly high standards it still doesn't float my boat. But then, what do I know? Those circular lazer cut veneer patches were absolute genius and respected the history of this unusual piece in a way I've never seen before. Thanks again for a really informative and instructional video. Bless you.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Awesome 🤩 glad to enjoyed it 💛

[@rockshot100]

Yep

[@MrJuunhu]

Amazing job by you and supervisor Rufus!

[@pinkytaylor5845]

This turned out so beautiful. Full stop, excellent job. ❤

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ginaburgess9759]

You have the patience of a saint! Another amazing rescue!

[@maryruther1842]

Thank you thank you for always teaching how to create pieces that are done correctly. I’ve learned from you and one other flipper the importance of taking care of the the pieces with the idea they have integrity for having lasted as long as they have. And, then assuring their integrity will be in tact for the future. H Styles song: “you know it’s not the same as it was”, rings true here. These pieces are not once as they were, & it is a great honor to help them become what they will now be. Thanks always for choosing the old and broken and creating new futures for them.

[@karmagal78]

Wow! It looks like it’s new even though it’s a restoration! This looks like it’s meant to be.

[@sheilablackburn183]

It is lovely, your restorations are always to such a high standard :)

[@alibrown4620]

I love that you do a 'sympathetic' restoration.. leaving some of the old and repairing just what needed to be done, keeps the piece close to original.. and lets is history still show.. great job and it looks wonderful.. another piece that will get new life for many years to come hopefully.

[@lauraheyman2011]

This is so beautiful! Thank you for sharing your talent and skills with us. God bless you and your family. ❤

[@Flippingdrawers]

You are so welcome

[@skeltonjuanita6515]

The different shades of staining had me awed…beautiful!❤❤❤❤❤

[@Flippingdrawers]

😻

[@normablake2748]

You do such a beautiful job on these “ impossible “ projects. I’m really becoming a MCM fan. Thank you for rescuing these pieces. Keep doing you❤

[@yvonnepagan9912]

There’s no doubt about it. You’re a magician, Karel! ❤️🐈

[@leilafreire2074]

Um trabalho maravilhoso. Meus parabéns 😊 Santa Catarina- Brasil!

[@Dasdutt]

That is certainly a return to former glory. Nicely done.

[@shelleyp8967]

I can tell you really enjoy what you do - so much patience is given - you succeed at all your restoration projects. ❤😊

[@Flippingdrawers]

Thank you! 😊