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!!

[@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.

[@pamcronje6932]

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

[@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.

[@deniseanderson6499]

The cat loves you because you have a kind spirit

[@amyloueliza]

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

[@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?

[@laurelarmstrong4535]

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

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! 😊

[@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.

[@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!

[@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

[@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.

[@Grandmotherof3]

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

[@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

[@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!

[@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

[@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

[@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!

[@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.

[@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

[@George_in_Howden]

Fantastic job, great patience, great skills.

[@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.

[@peterkohl1863]

I enjoy your detailed explanations and justification for your decisions

[@colinjacob1702]

I have just found you on KZbin, I can imagine the amount of hours you spent in your father’s workshop and now the immense joy and satisfaction he has with what you are doing. Bravo to you.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yes! Welcome and thanks for watching!

[@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

[@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

[@kevin7151]

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

[@jim7082]

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

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Glad you like them!

[@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 😀

[@terryosz8458]

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

[@finn4785]

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

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

🥰

[@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.❤️

[@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.

[@MrSlikvee]

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

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thanks again!

[@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 !

[@annasitarz186]

Oh wow! 🤩That door looks amazing!

[@100nortonfan7]

Another great job, Trena! You're and inspiration for your dedication to preserving furniture as it was originally created. Thank you for showing us all how it's done!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou !

[@davejsullivan]

I've run a shop in Michigan for about 25 years that does work nearly identical to yours. It's nice to see someone else attack problems the same way. Your videos are motivating. If we could only charge per hour what an auto mechanic makes. Haha! We'd be rolling in the dough. Nice work!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Lol yep

[@richardlanghorst2744]

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

[@timmaggard8862]

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

[@mercoid]

You continue to impress me. Every job is stellar.

[@raeanngodfrey6986]

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

[@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!

[@clemenciarodner2339]

Thanks and thanks and thanks Trena. A zillion thanks. It makes one happy to watch you do your beautiful work.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

You are so welcome

[@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!💪💪

[@juliesheldon4772]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@TheKeyMargo]

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

[@Binoculars840]

It is very impressive to see how well you matched the grain in that lower right replacement piece! Beautiful job as usual. Your kitty is adorable.

[@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.👍🏼

[@131dyana]

Wonderful job.

[@dondieu3154]

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

[@locovaughan626]

Oh my thank you for explaining your sanding techniques and that door really came out nice and smooth looking

[@Beegee1952]

Wow! That door is beautiful. The finish is rich with just the right amount of sheen. Great job!

[@bskelly]

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

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou

[@caitlinknight7346]

Thank you so much for the varnish buffing lesson! I’m working on door right now and couldn’t figure out how to fix all the bubbles in the varnish. Please don’t leave these teaching moments out of your videos. I am learning so much. ❤❤❤

[@JayH7745]

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

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you! 😊

[@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

[@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!

[@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

[@brendaowens2466]

That doors color is beautiful. Good job dear.

[@nancystowell4877]

As always, amazing artistry and the "Traditional Oak" colour is perfect. Honoring the wood and it's beauty. Thank you Trena, for sharing your Master Skills with us. Just breathtaking work. Stay safe & well. ♥♥♥!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you too!

[@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

[@kelvincampbell4401]

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

[@earlledoux9824]

Wow!!! What a transformation. I'm truly impressed again. You're the best. 👌

[@gregwright9797]

Great job. Hope the client appreciates everything that went into the finished door!

[@dangatto8666]

Wow, really impressed with the whole project. I especially liked how the middle lock replacement just blended right in.

[@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.

[@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

[@Paul_Lane]

Very nice restoration. Saving old items like this is a skill you should be proud of.

[@mlm7598]

Absolutely beautifully done Trena and what a difference. I love that you so appreciate each piece that you do even tho some are vastly almost undoable you manage to make magic with your golden touch. Thank you for sharing the patience and integrity it takes to do such. The door looks amazing! One again you make MAGIC!! Blessings

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou !

[@kscheuerman5378]

That is one beautiful door , NOW! Beautiful! Wonderful work

[@joeanonemouse]

Wow! Your work is amazing. Thank you.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Many thanks!

[@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.

[@leighvrooman2824]

I have made complete windows for an old church when I had only one window to go by for design. That door was a good candidate to make from scratch. What a wonderful job in this repair and preservation. Always a surprise when you are done.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou

[@kevinzufall]

What a wonderful restoration Trena!! I am a cat person, especially since I worked for Nestle Purina for 25 years!!

[@barbannco]

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

[@monicajones5668]

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

[@jerrycratsenberg989]

WOW! This restoration is as close to magic as anything can get! WOW! Thank you very much for sharing your magic!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@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))

[@donwillhoit6866]

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

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Yep. Lol

[@maitajack]

Gorgeous work, impressive method. Many thanks.

[@stephenburns3678]

Such inspiration for fine work. Thank you.

[@jayjudd6518]

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

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@tia28126]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skills! I loved this video! I love old doors and like to restore them as much as my limited skills allow. 😁, so this video was very informative.

[@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

[@megwolff58]

Another thing of great beauty, Trena! Thanks again for sharing your knowledge, tips and skills.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou !

[@vernonabernethy3970]

Thanks for sharing your fantastic work with woodworking and finishing fine wood!

[@judymielcarek6011]

What a beauty. Awesome job Trena!

[@brianwalker5937]

Incredible. I don't know why, but this is one of my favorite 'episodes'. I did miss the color toning though. That is one of my favorite parts in your videos. But this had sanding, scotchbright, and buffing. I love the sheen on this door. Oh, and the fact that you don't like 80's brass makes me like you even that much more. I am just so impressed with your work. I do wonder though, did the client have the door repaired just so they could say, "liook at my door, Trena restored it." instead of just getting a new one?

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

lol

[@walterulasinksi7031]

Having has to repair and refinish exterior doors, I can only hope that you fully sealed the top and bottom edges of the door. Especially the bottom. Considering the type of winters Windsor gets, sealing the bottom is most important even if your client was going to have a wrap around type of weather strip. Sealing the end grain prevents any moisture from soaking into the stiles. Important for a vestibule door.

[@mellie4174]

​@@walterulasinksi7031noooooooooooo. She's a pro that has been doing this for years. But she absolutely refuses to seal the bottom of any furniture in any way and most especially doors, so that all of her hard work will be quickly destroyed.🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@John-pn7bh]

Very, very nice job! I seen an eight foot patio door in a house that was installed inside out. The construction guys must have gotten pretty creative to change all the locks to the inside. Don't know if the homeowner knew about their door or not. That is probably what happened to that door you fixed also.

[@ccreutzig]

I was wondering who would nail in the glass from the outside. Even ignoring water, that just sounds like a safety issue, way too easy to take out and replace later.

[@viscache1]

In the PNW we end up with a great deal of dry rot in the wood frames. So many of these beautiful windows and doors are just lost to replacement by plastic and aluminum junk. Our shop designed and built a large vacuum tank that we fill with resin or paintable epoxy (depending on the customer) and submerge all the pieces to completely stabilize them before reworking. It’s the hand lining in all the grain so the new wood matches precisely that I always spend the most time on. Nice work! I like seeing the old pieces saved.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Wow. Very interesting

[@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🥰🥰

[@gossarch4920]

Always enjoy your videos..learning alot. One thing to note...I think the door is properly oriented. The glazing stops should be set to the exterior face. Like putty glazed windows, this allows for drainage and easy replacment of the stop material. That is what I have seen in most historical doors.

[@geralyn-mm]

An extraordinary effort and finished piece!

[@dionetaylor931]

I so enjoy spending this educational time with you Trena, thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise with us 💗

[@ryananthony4840]

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