This wood was SO ROTTEN! Could I fix it?

[@Bkrsdtr]

I love this lady, she is truly a master of her trade. Every time she takes a project I am amazed. Her father passed on a great gift!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou

[@Truth_Hound]

I've painted buildings for 40 years, and this young lady is one of the few who understand how to fold sandpaper.

[@lauralake7430]

Yes! So puzzled by folks who fold an orbital pad in half. She folds it in thirds! My old heart is 😊

[@waynefisher4327]

I was taught by old house painters to ful full sheets in half. Then fold the halves into small quarters. Same concept... You can always unfold to get fresh sandpaper that bites.

[@madpainter7114]

I’ve restored many doors ,among other things ( professional restorer) and when I saw the door spit ,I knew I’d been doing it all wrong for so long.! Now I’m going to have to make one. I knew this woman was the real deal when I saw her hand carve moulding profiles. It’s funny watching someone do a job I do all day.

[@madpainter7114]

I’ve seen Goudeys stain in another video so I imagine you are somewhere in southern Ontario? You should try their stripper #770.

[@t.e.1189]

I've done finish carpentry for almost 40 years and I agree.

[@kaymccormick2279]

Your patience and knowledge is unbelievable!!

[@amyloueliza]

She is a beautiful kitten who loves her new mama. Once she meets shop dog love will be overflowing. X

[@deniseanderson6499]

The cat loves you because you have a kind spirit

[@pamcronje6932]

I have 6 rescue cats and they are my babies😻they the most unbelievable souls ❤️❤️❤️

[@keithmiller6583]

To be honest, when I first saw this door I thought there's no way this door can be salvaged. And yet again, your craftsmanship never ceases to amaze me; what an incredibly beautiful job!!

[@tomschmidt381]

That was my first thought. Salvage the glass and start over. The door turned out great.

[@donwillhoit6866]

When a cat chooses you, you don't stand a chance. Love your restoration work!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yep. Lol

[@finn4785]

Love how Woodsley plays Waldo in Where's Waldo, magically appearing for moments. Remarkable restoration.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

🥰

[@lolaottinger3038]

Outstanding redo on that door, now everything surrounding it needs some updating. I love that no task seems daunting to you, you just go for it when most of us who really don’t know much about refinishing would have just given up and replaced the door, or whatever project was before us. Respect to you Trena and to your Dad John for teaching you so very well.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

thankyou Lola,, yes the porch is also getting attention soon

[@normagrimstad8869]

Very good point. We throw out so much today. These older doors were made to last.

[@LadyLeigh]

Beautiful restoration Trena! You are a master craftswoman. So much work that I am sure most people are not aware of!🤗🇦🇺

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much!

[@theflyfishingnomad9641]

lol, you wobbling that brass kick plate. The sound made all three of my dogs jump right up and look around.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Lol

[@milsonfialho2725]

Guess what? I just got a survey about your videos. And I filled all boxes giving an OK to the way they inform,entertain,etc... Couldn't lie about you/your work. From KZbin

[@lisasnyder3036]

My Daughter and her husband have 7 cats now. The strays just seem to know that they will love them. They've found homes for about 11 strays so far and keep the ones that are special needs. I love them all.

[@the_last_25]

Trena, your attention to detail is magnificent, also honoring the clients thoughts and wishes. I am not a natural finish door snob, I prefer it, but also enjoy a painted. I am also a big fan of the original dents and dings properly preserved. After all its a 100 year old door. Well done young lady. You are doing our craft proud.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks

[@ruthfedrau5546]

Of course you can fix it. You can fix anything! The black new handles just look awesome! I totally enjoy your long videos too! Thank you!

[@peterkohl1863]

I enjoy your detailed explanations and justification for your decisions

[@kelvincampbell4401]

A job well done with the door you would not believe it is the same door when it first came into you.

[@suntexi]

I learnt how to fold sandpaper from my woodwork teacher at school 60 years ago. It wasn't all about not sticking a chisel through your hand although someone in my class managed that. About cats: my son's one chooses to sit in the crook of my arm when I'm trying to type, so I have to do it one-fingered and using the caps lock. And yes, she purrs all the time until she falls asleep. I'm not a cat person either, but she chooses to disregard that fact although now it's getting warmer, she's going out into the conservatory and garden. I'm more dog-oriented and I used to have a white standard, but sadly, he had to go. I love to see your girl - very much like my Sam.

[@laurelarmstrong4535]

Amazing. I would have trashed it but it turned out so nice. You are a master at your craft.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! 😊

[@pat5043]

You’ve got me on every piece I’ve watched you do!,even the door. It’s like new life. I like the black accents better too. That little kitty is a heart stealer. You can’t not want to snuggle with her. What does shop dog think of her ? Buddies or?????

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou. Oh yes they are best friends

[@fisch69]

An old carpenter here.. just love watching your videos and you are a true craftswoman! I only want to say one thing about the term that everyone seems to use. There is no such thing as “Dry Rott”, wood rotting is caused by moisture that doesn’t evaporate! So the has rotted, wood doesn’t rott from being dry! 😂😂❤keep up the great work!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Interesting I suppose so. Thanks. Lol. Wonder why it’s called that?

[@sroberts605]

@@johnsfurniturerepair I wondered why you were saying it was dry rot - I assumed it was wet rot - the kind of rot that typically happens when the wood regularly gets soaked. Dry rot, as far as I know is the kind of fungal attack that produces its own moisture to support itself and why it's so bad... it keeps on going.

[@davidlarson9013]

We must be related. You enjoy making these videos and I enjoy watching them. Lol refinishing-restoring furniture is one thing but doors, it appears is a different animal. I learned so much in this video.

[@olivernash2240]

You’re amazing…great job!!! In real estate it’s location, location, location! In wood working/repair…it’s preparation, preparation, preparation!🤗

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

totally, lol

[@annasitarz186]

Oh wow! 🤩That door looks amazing!

[@adorabledeplorble8497]

There is no comment I could make which has not already been made, so I will just sit here and admire your work. I might dare say I could be aspiring to be just like you when I grow up 😘 Much love 💕

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Wow, thank you!

[@TheKeyMargo]

I love your video editing choices. Slow motion where it is effective. Smooth.

[@JayCollins2013]

If trena can't fix it. It can't be fixed!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

lol

[@normagrimstad8869]

Little kitty is adorable, and she knows it!

[@richardlanghorst2744]

You’re such a delight to watch. Such amazing talent.

[@naomihovey50]

I think they had the privacy film on the bottom of the door because they had a yapping dog and wanted to reduce the noise and limit its view. The door looks amazing!! Fantastic job

[@mercoid]

You continue to impress me. Every job is stellar.

[@JayH7745]

The door came out beautiful. Huge improvement. And that lil kitty is very very sweet! 🤗

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! 😊

[@DanielJohnson-yr1ew]

Adorable kitten, my wife and I have a cat and she has a bed next to her mom and watching her mom do computer work

[@kevin7151]

Superb job Trena. You are a master craftsperson. And your videos are terrific!

[@131dyana]

Wonderful job.

[@brendaowens2466]

That doors color is beautiful. Good job dear.

[@dannybradley9346]

Beautiful work on what could have been a lost cause. The spit is such a good idea to do this work. Thank you for posting this, as it really helps to know how to approach a difficult restoration on an exterior door.

[@bskelly]

You are so unbelievably talented and make it look so easy. I am so jealous

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou

[@zenunla]

I have to admit that early on watching your channels at the first view of the projects I’d say “nah, can’t be worth it”, but now I just ask “how will she amaze me again”…. Thanks for sharing!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou !

[@normanbott]

Wonderful restoration as always. That new door furniture is really cool. I've been folding sandpaper all wrong, thank you. You will become a cat person, they give you no choice ! As I enjoy this video, Keiko is asleep on my bed, Yuki gently snoring atop the bookcase and Michi will be on/near my daughter. All 3 are sisters rescued as kittens. They get to you - you have been warned.

[@melodienaber4992]

The kick plate "womp, womp".....reminded me of the song "tie me kangaroo down boy" 😆 LOL Kitten intermission,adorable!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Lol

[@talalalfaqeeh2716]

Creative, always shining like a star shining with light in the sky, every day with something new that keeps pace with every distinct event as we entrusted you🥰🥰

[@motortowncuriosites7005]

I read the title and thought what a dumb question.. Of course she can ! Trena can fix anything. Outstanding work as usual.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

lol

[@timmaggard8862]

Very nice job. Shines up beautifully! Once again your skill level is shining thru!

[@Kerry-gt5ro]

hi trenna, it's kerry again.i have texted you acouple times and thankyou for your reply. just an update; i am the painting contractor who just started doing live edge tables 6 months or so ago. total newby, but my girlfriend is very encouraging and believes in me. that helps alot. soooo i'm doing my usual meticulous paint job the other day and i camee across a spot that no one but me would see and a voice in my noggin said .."what would trenna do ?" so i fixed it. hahaha.your attention to detail makes me wanna be better.kudos to you,

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Awe! Thats so awesome! Way to go!💪💪

[@MrJozef1974]

The prize for excellence !!!!!

[@robingillespie4467]

I would have added a kick plate to protect this door, just outstanding workmanship, thanks for posting. ❤

[@sroberts605]

It's old oak! Watch out shoes!

[@susanstanbridge7411]

I battled to keep this clip to follow as signal kept disappearing. Finished the door looked magnificent considering condition when you first started on it. CONGRATULATIONS

[@dondieu3154]

Another outstanding restoration. Cannot believe how good that door looks compared to the before.

[@susanstanbridge7411]

We have loadshedding in SA. This means we are without electricity for anything between 3 x 2 hour or even 4 hour stretches. Daily. I download your clips to watch during LS. Your attention to detail never fails to amaze me. Your piece for Tiffany whose Mom died, was exceptional. Brilliant piece of work. If i was wealthy would buy you a new lathe

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

thankyou Susan you are so kind

[@seangraver5511]

agree.. 1st thing i was taught was how to fold sandpaper .. this lady does an amazing job.. sooo professional too.. and an eye for detail .. love these videos x

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much 😀

[@jayjudd6518]

Wonderful work saving history . Your videos are always interesting your skills are genius.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@juliesheldon4772]

Absolutely Beautiful! So much work for one door, but WOW that is something!

[@rayvin357]

your use and taste for music is also outstanding. (the music is not irritating as on every other video (i've ever listened to))

[@sroberts605]

True, lovely, unusual piano music on the previous one I watched.

[@barbannco]

little kitty is adorable....the door is fabulous

[@kscheuerman5378]

Love the new intro, it says it all!! You are a wonderful tribute to your Dad and your Mom, too, with her upholstering efforts

[@sylviaprudhomme5417]

Awesome job. Beautiful door😊😊😊

[@frankdurnford6325]

When I first saw this door I thought you are good but can you save this door. By the end of the video, I was saying to myself, self this talented young lady shows you again that she is up for any task. Fantastic job young lady.

[@mariakleiner9376]

Hello, I am from Germany and I am happy about every new video from you. This one is wonderful again. You are a master in your work, have never seen someone who works so cleanly and precisely. I admire that, it's just sad that all the craftsmanship is lost. People like you are dying out. Keep it up I look forward to your next work. Thank you that I may participate. Greetings from Germany. Maria

[@damepasty9203]

Shoulder cats are the absolute best for snuggles! An adorable addition to your workshop so just enjoy the cuddles. Love your vids, with and without the fur babies.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou

[@mizsherm4352]

What a transformation!!! Maybe they could build an awning over the entrance? And it is quite an entrance, all that glass. Just so classy and beautiful.

[@Grandmotherof3]

I love that you learned your craft being alongside your father. I enjoy your videos mainly due to your clear explanations!

[@dianedelello5906]

I love your kitten and shop dog and your amazing work!

[@siddembowski439]

Fantastic work a high level of standards met

[@eladlutz]

I would say it's great but I think we've all come to expect near-perfection so.....ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Lol

[@jalechavez6042]

Guauuu...Que Lindo Trabajo...I like All your Videos....Very very Nice Job...Un Beso my Friendd....ji ji ji....

[@scottcates]

Nice work. Interesting door. Beautiful wood. Oxalic is underrated :)

[@bogoto247]

Lots of work there. Remarkable repair/refinish!

[@mcdugalmcstiffy6889]

"Oak eats sandpaper for breakfast" True that! Nice kitty.

[@donwilliams3626]

Beautiful job to return this door to its former glory. Your skill to patch in those replacement pieces is second to none. I also use the PC-Petrifier to stabilize the wood before adding the epoxy wood filler. It is the best option I have found. Kudos to your mill for matching the profile for the glass bead. Thanks for sharing and giving this gorgeous door a new lease on life.

[@scottthomas5999]

Wow!! Great job!!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@bikerdad63]

Can't even imagine how much time you have in this door. Turned out nice and hid the patch at the door knobs very well.

[@raeanngodfrey6986]

great to see the door back on the house. the new hardware is so much better. You are a woodworking wizard!

[@patsylewis8239]

Beautiful Kitty!!

[@raylarkin5004]

Trena, I am always happy watching your work. I also appreciated that you simply reversed the door and replaced all the window stops. Another great job.👍🏼

[@George_in_Howden]

Fantastic job, great patience, great skills.

[@tonydewey3023]

Fabulous how you rescued that door,

[@terryosz8458]

Wow that is one awesome job just amazing to watch thank you for sharing

[@scottgm321]

In almost every video, I am amazed when you strip the paint or varnish off to show how beautiful the original wood is. Thanks for another great video. hats off to the guys who went above and beyond on the new window trim. That's awesome.

[@nena4215]

Now that was a pretty bad door and you’ve given it a new life, absolutely professional work, it’s beautiful! I was really surprised with the white scotch brite, what a difference!

[@joeanonemouse]

Wow! Your work is amazing. Thank you.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Many thanks!

[@marydavis2444]

Love that you showed the door on the house. Beautiful job as usual! God has given you such a admirable work ethic. Loved the cameo appearances by the “shop pets”.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much!

[@monicajones5668]

Wow that door is a thing of beauty!Love your kitty too.

[@davidroeslersr637]

Just beautiful as are all of your jobs!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou

[@crazzycorbe]

That door looked amazing even before you stained it!

[@ryananthony4840]

You are a master, love your videos! Thanks for sharing

[@garymclean4692]

The Maestro strikes again - beautiful work Trena - wonderful to watch :-)

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@dannysaenz9263]

You done such a beautiful job WOW

[@jenthejj2223]

For all the wonderful and hard work that was put into this door..... I just couldn't help thinking, peeling off that film in one go, must have been SO satisfying 😁 Excellent job, as always

[@catherineengle4196]

Trena I have tried to watch this video twice and I gave up. I have been out of town at my daughter's house helping with my two an a half yr old grandson while my daughter has been sick. I not even 100 percent yet either so its been rough me. I tried to watch in the evenings after my grandson went to sleep and I found myself so exhausted I was falling asleep. I finally came home today and the first thing I did was watch this video. You did such an incredible job on this door. I am always amazed at the attention to detail that you put into each piece and how you transform each piece. You have such an amazing gift. God bless Trena

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou so much. I hope you all feel better soon. I’ll keep you in my prayers.❤️

[@flamingflyingsquirrel]

Most likely the frosting on the lower glass was due to pets. Block the view. Love watching your absolute craftsmanship

[@MrSlikvee]

Ah, you continue to demonstrate your awesomeness…never disappointing. Beautiful old door, Trena.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks again!

[@jim7082]

Great work! After watching for ten minutes or over an hour, I never want your videos to end.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Glad you like them!

[@stephenburns3678]

Such inspiration for fine work. Thank you.

[@kathmandoo]

Great work. Door looks brilliant.

[@NSResponder]

I have never seen a paint stripper work so quickly and effectively.

[@johnmolnar2957]

Yeah, I love that colour too . great resto on that door that looked to be total trash @ the beginning. I learned that sandpaper trick when I was about 14, working helping a guy to autobody work . I really love that door rotisserie too!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou !

[@dpierovich]

It’s a pleasure watching you work. You make it look easy, but from personal experience with similar projects, I know it’s never easy. Your skill, knowledge, and fantastic restorations are an inspiration. Also, kudos on the stands you used to work on the door. I’ll have to get some made for my next door project. They sure make working with a large project easier.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes love the stand

[@Grunt49]

Kitty helper good for morale!