WARMTH IN HISTORY! 140-Year Old Dining Room Clean Up, Antique Furniture and More!

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[@raecrowe9514]

The mirrored piece is called a dry sink and is where people kept those large pitchers and matching bowls. Murphys Oil Soap to clean and moisturize.

[@Suebee1988]

You pronounced "malady" perfectly! As a Southern boy, however, "frigid" is probably unknown to you in daily speech so it's pronounced like "fridge"....which is kinda appropriate now that I think of it. Enjoyed the video and hope you can follow up on that article of the soldier via microfiche at a library. I've heard "odie's oil" is good for reconditioning wood but I'm no expert on that. Have a great day.

[@misskitty2133]

Thanks for the links! I love the old. But I’ve given up on our thought of moving to west Tennessee or North Carolina, like we were going to. I hate heat & humidity & y’all got way too many snakes. I wouldn’t be able to go swimming even. To cool off.. so guess we’re stuck in Massachusetts. The suck-butt idiotic liberalist state in the country…except CAL. They’re their own country! lol Your channel sure wouldn’t be appreciated up here. The powers that be would wanna tear everything down, erase history! History we maybe can LEARN FROM! But I LOVE IT & so appreciate all of you guys. No spring chickens traipsing through meadows. Uh uh, the way you tackle all the weeds & vines. Makes me tired just watching. Have a great rest of your day, brother! Michelle in Boston

[@misskitty2133]

Joined fan group. How much are note cards?? I just want a. Photo with blank inside. No writing anywhere. I can’t seem to figure that out, but they’re so lovely!

[@Sandy-pr5qq]

You are not boring Robert. The newspapers are very interesting to me.

[@karenwright9123]

I like them,too.🤓

[@THEOLDBYRDFARMVLOG]

I’m glad you enjoyed!

[@kategulick4781]

Those newspapers are a gold mine! What a history.

[@drunkdunc8738]

More ancient rockers than a Stones concert there Robert 🍻

[@cynthiacarter514]

🤪

[@lynnmacleod1879]

Lol

[@chicochi3]

😆

[@THEOLDBYRDFARMVLOG]

😅😂😂

[@stephencorson7572]

For old, dirty wood, I use a mixture of boiled linseed oil and turpentine. Cleans and nourishes the dry wood. Do it outside though... it's smelly!

[@randallan8158]

use orange oil to moisturize and preserve the wood, plus it gives the room a real nice smell. We use it on all of our antique furniture.

[@tinacasarotto1264]

Murphie's Oil Soap.

[@sunkissed5889]

That top on Eastlake should be a granite/ marble top outlined to its shape! It’s just beautiful 😍

[@debbiestewart6756]

Yes missing a stone top!

[@missemily3264]

I think he said that Dan has the top.

[@debbiestewart6756]

Hope Dan has it. Love the distress on it too

[@tinacasarotto1264]

Maybe go to a countertop store. They may have some small off-cuts of marble.

[@shelliewerner5624]

Malady...yes, you said it correctly...meaning a sickness or condition of one's self...I do believe the mirrored piece is a basin stand...very nice...dont refinish it...just clean and polish the wood...thanks for showing us your neat room...

[@momtrips6783]

I have to agree with the above sentiment. Give it a good cleaning with Murphy's Oil Soap for the time being, and go back and do a detailed deep cleaning later on. Once it dries, give it a good oiling with a quality furniture oil.

[@southernbiscuits1275]

I am an old man and to pass the time I make picture storybooks. In these books I include ephemera. It would be a goldmine to find the ads and art work included in these papers. Journalers see value in the past and build their books around these things. So, no, Robert, it's not boring seeing you look through the papers!

[@peggyharris3301]

My late grandmother never went anywhere without her Ponds…❤ I miss Dan, it’s been awhile.

[@pattiwhite9575]

My mother used it her whole life. She would slather that stuff thick every night and go to sleep. She passed at 85. I've used it during winter months on myself. It is still inexpensive and good.

[@davinacampbell5467]

Same with my grandmother.

[@chicochi3]

I love Ponds face cream. Cold cream not so much.

[@lisawilliams7237]

My Grandmother too. I miss her so much.

[@loisfolk5492]

Mine didn’t either. Loved her ponds.

[@lynnmacleod1879]

Wood cleaner: Murphy's oil...can be purchased at Walmart or other box stores such as home Depot.

[@chicochi3]

I see so many videos of old houses soon to be demolished. It's nice to see one coming back from the dead. I'd really like to see some before and after pictures some day. If the house was still being lived in the chairs would all be in that room because it's cold outside and that room has a fireplace.

[@judysanders728]

Watching Blue and I think Annie attacking your vacuum is so funny.

[@richiec7602]

Great video, Robert. We use Murphy’s Oil Soap to wash wood furniture. You can find it in most supermarkets.

[@pamelabowling7959]

Love Murphy soap

[@noniehayes6050]

Yep, I posted that too, great stuff!

[@chuck51561]

YES LOVE THE BASIN STAND...piece of marble WOULD SURE MAKE THAT STAND POP...AND YES LOVE OLD NEWS PAPERS...VERY ENTERTAINING..THANKS ROBERT.

[@tayloralexander7597]

Sharon here... I believe the piece of furniture is called a DrySink for washing up. You would have a bowl and pitcher sitting on the top. 👍🙂

[@carrieann1640]

I enjoy seeing the dogs so comfortable on the furniture. Annie seems to own the couch.

[@tayloralexander7597]

Sharon here.... a product that's been around a long time, Forby's furniture products. Great stuff.

[@loripowell7654]

I used Formby refinished…..it was easy & woud work a miracle on that washstand!!

[@debiebrumley3104]

Howard Restor A Finish, it's like the best !

[@loripowell7654]

Howard’s is a great product too!

[@ShannonStanley31]

Robert! I think I have the perfect top for your wash table. Meaning i started a quilt top with civil war replica prints. Long story short I think it would perfectly cover the top if your interested? Curently it measures unfinished at 41-1/2 L ×21" . H I can finish it this coming week and send it out to you. Its an hourglass block quilt pattern I used. I was going to make it a full size quilt but got bored with it lol 😅. Im not asking money for it. It would be a gift. My quilts are always made for someone as a gift. 😊

[@cherylmahaffey6184]

Well that is so sweet and I bet it would look amazing on that ole wash stand.

[@THEOLDBYRDFARMVLOG]

Oh my goodness! That would be amazing!!

[@ShannonStanley31]

@@THEOLDBYRDFARMVLOG I Just ordered the backing fabric and binding fabric for your upcoming gift 😊 its from Etsy so ill get it by the 26th. Unfortunately the Material I had to go with it wasnt enough... lol so goes the sewing/quilting craft 😅. I cant wait to get it finished and sent to you. 👍

[@GoodwillCriminalsOfDallas]

I would think tatted lace would be a good idea too. I have a similar item in my collection and it has a marble top with an indention for a bowl.

[@deborahfaulk5532]

I loved your video! Take care

[@sharonmaddox3390]

I loved this episode. Its great to see you starting to preserve the amazing furniture. I would treat for wood worm. Then use a Bees wax polish to bring back its beauty. The news paper was so interesting. looking at the films showing the fashion available and local history. Can't wait for more.

[@amilan409]

You have found some amazing treasures .. I find these videos so interesting !

[@wandamcgiboney5141]

I love them all and I would keep them all .

[@huggalon]

I love the very polite gossip in the personals of old newspapers

[@tammyselbo132]

Absolutely loved this video

[@missemily3264]

Loved the old newspapers, especially the pretty ladies in their dresses in the adverts. If the paper is very fragile or icky you can scan the pages, if you want to keep a copy. You could even make printed copies on newsprint and reline the drawers.

[@emorel48]

That washstand will be beautiful when you finish it back to how it was.

[@michaelballlenger7614]

I live in a home that was built in 1856. Luckily it has always been occupied. But I am only the 3rd owner. Also very fortunately the house is about 90 percent original. Windows, doors, floors, fireplaces, and room arrangements never changed.

[@fiorenzaattanasio4796]

Thank you Robert. It all looks fabulous

[@bethshadid2087]

Love the green dresser/cabinet piece..... beautiful. I would suggest cleaning the dresser with Murphy Oil or Old English.

[@sandyrector3853]

I have always used Murphy's oil soap to clean my pieces...allow to dry completely...then I put on a coat of Old English Scratch coat...allow oil to absorb24 hours and wipe any residue not absorbed...works great and is quite easy...

[@karen-rg3pi]

I love Murphy s Oil Soap! You mix it in a bucket of water then use some elbow grease. It doesn t have any toxic fumes and is pretty gentle to both you and the wood. When it s clean, I woul d start wiping it down with lemon oil.

[@philomenadennehy8585]

Thank you dan

[@brendahogue5487]

Love your videos and enjoy watching them. May the lord bless and protect you Robert and working on the homestead cleaning

[@Yzabeaux1]

Love when Sweet Ba-Lou & Sweet Annie are just lounging around while you do all the work, Robert!😄❤️🐶❤️🐶 I love 'em doggies!!🥰🐶❤️🐶👍

[@marthavojtko6268]

Always nice to visit with you Robert.😊. Stay warm!👍

[@THEOLDBYRDFARMVLOG]

Thanks, you too!

[@Lorriann63]

I really enjoyed this, Robert. It's the perfect thing to do on a cold winter's day: hanging out and looking at antique things. I love the mirrored cabinet, It very much reminds me of things my grandparents had. Thank you, and stay warm, Robert.

[@music1nut]

For the wood check out Formbys Wood Refinisher. For initial cleaning I usually wipe down with mineral spirits. It takes off surface gunk and doesn't soak into the wood.

[@suebrown3917]

Love learning the history of Old Byrd Farm

[@katherineyanagihara2909]

Aloha 🌺 Robert, Blue & Annie! The old news papers are wonderful! Please take care! Stay warm! 🥰

[@lornahardin4563]

This piece is a commode, for the bedroom, the door opens to place your chamber pot out of sight. I have an oak one similar.

[@redpill5471]

Love your interest and enthusiasm about everything. I'm the same way when its things like old articles. All part of the history of your area. Very far out ❤

[@donnal.oglesby4806]

I Love and enjoy all your videos Robert, please stay warm . Love and hugs for both blue and Annie..

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

Check drawer sides and bottoms for manufacturer info. Maybe even on the chest bottom or back. You phone can film the chest bottom.

[@johnnyroberts6291]

Hey Robert, I am wanted you to know, I thoroughly enjoyed the tour of your show room. Keep up the good work.😊

[@THEOLDBYRDFARMVLOG]

Thank you! Will do!

[@ninaellyson814]

I wonder if that newspaper is archived somewhere with the letters….History of my favorite! The letters from the past makes it so real.❤. Loved hanging out with the dogs and you on a cold day! Couch dogs are the best!

[@Bj-gm6ld]

I was given a dresser that had belonged to my grandmother. There was an old newspaper behind the mirror, and we framed it. Also I use Watco oil on wood pieces with steel wool.

[@jamielieberg7053]

I woke up took the dogs out this morning it was -2°F with a wind chill of -25°F right how we have a heat ware its 12°F have a great day Robert

[@artillerest43rdva7]

like I always say you never know what you will find! old news papers were used for so much in old homes! it is nice to see them from the war years. you can go to the library and go to the micro phish and find that day. and read the entire article . and see all the items within the paper at that time! you will be surprised. especially the cost of things! nice video take care Robert!

[@victorbolarsson]

Hey! Im an American living in Sweden, love your videos! I am am a historian educated in California. Interesting to see how you are rebuilding your old house and keeping the history of your town alive!

[@THEOLDBYRDFARMVLOG]

That’s awesome, thank you!

[@marshastewart1655]

The public library can help you with the missing newspaper article. You have the essential information: the date, the pages, etc

[@chicochi3]

We call those a wash stand where I live. Comes with a bowl and pitcher.

[@donnahunter3488]

Hey Robert, I was right about the jar being a Pond’s jar!!! 😊 What a great find…. Everything in that your showing and your house reminds me of my grandmother and mother. All the memories are flooding back. Your work has really captured my attention. Looking forward to your next video. 🙏😊

[@cynthiacarter514]

My 1st comment did not upload so I am simply saying thank you for your content. I cannot afford a donation but you deserve all the credit you can get for your hard work.

[@THEOLDBYRDFARMVLOG]

Thank you, I really appreciate that! And just keep watching is all the support I need!

[@xanderd.4443]

The newspapers are awesome!!! I recently moved into a 1902 farmhouse located in Missouri, and under the old linoleum, I found tons of 1943 newspapers in PERFECT condition, talking about the war and littered with swastikas. It's awesome to see you uncovering history and I love your series!

[@celleduffel1533]

Ohhh Robert it was a great video especially the newspapers..wow did you see from the first paper that there was an ad for Colored? I moved from a small town to another small town but it had a paper and it was so funny to read..the news was on the first page..rest was just junk..you could read Mrs So and So baked a cake, Mrs So and So made a long distance call..it was just so funny. I look forward to the next vid..ty again!!!

[@THEOLDBYRDFARMVLOG]

Yes I saw that! I’m glad you enjoyed!

[@celleduffel1533]

@@THEOLDBYRDFARMVLOG totally!!

[@WilliamRodgers6969]

Love the antiques and furniture Robert. Your house is amazing and like the work you have done on it so far. You done a lot of work outside on your land also and lots of hard work too. Enjoy watching your videos and I always can't wait for the next one!

[@jefflawrentz1624]

Robert, I think if you just vacuum the old washstand and then wipe it down with some Murphys Oil Soap in warm water it should lift the dirt off. I’ve also had luck with automotive hand cleaner painted on with a new brush. But don’t let that stay on too long because it can take the finish off. It’s perfect for your old farmhouse!

[@tresilewis5925]

"New Life Furniture Masque" is esactly what you need to help restore moiste to the old furniture. New Life is used by Museums and is a superior product. I purchased an 18th centurey French piece recently, and the wood was very dry and brittle. New LIfe made an amazing improvement and restored much needed moisture. Good Luck! Great job with the Old Byrd Farm House!

[@terribarron9238]

The very last rocking chair you showed, those are very nice!!! They deserve to be refinished. I think it is beautiful

[@marvinjohnson424]

Had a great time. Wished I could sit and read all of the newspapers. Love looking at at some of the ads and what things sold for in 40's and 50's.👍🇺🇸

[@GoodwillCriminalsOfDallas]

If you grab a bar of soap and rub it along the wooden runners it will slide much more smoothly. You will need to wipe that wood with some serious wood polish. It is probably pretty dry so you will need many applications till it soaks in. It can crack more as it dries out. I suspect there would have been a marble top for that washbasin.

[@CharlotteFairchild]

I have 2 platform rockers. One has a metal part with patent 1890. The other platform has a leather piece instead of metal. The rocking chairs need to be protected from sun and rain. You will get other donations if you take care of the antiques.

[@margaretgarls153]

It looks like my great grandparents bedroom set from 1880s. Your washstand should have a marble top. Very nice.

[@PMPatte]

That little dresser with a mirror that had 1940 newspapers in it was called a commode. They usually had a marble top. They had a china bowl and pitcher placed on it for washing up. These were very common before indoor plumbing.

[@chadparsons1972]

Always enjoy your content, Robert. It's very interesting

[@loisfolk5492]

That is a washstand with a mirror and it is Eastlake, my favorite. Eastlake will have carving on it, but sometimes it’s called spoon carving. It’s very different from Victorian, which will be very curvy. Clean with Murphy oil soap. Furniture butter after will do for a while.

[@patriciadeane7250]

Lemon oil is a great moisturizer for rejuvenating antique wood! Wow, you have a lot of work ahead of you but being surrounded by antiques is always a happy place to be. Greetings from Ontario, Canada!

[@momtrips6783]

You can get the basic muck off of wooden furniture with Murphy's Oil Soap

[@giaatta9303]

You have done soooo much work. Another interesting episode. Thank you for your interesting channel.

[@dinahjackson8146]

I love, love, love old things, and especially, OLD newspapers ! THANK you ! ❤ ' WAR, WAR, WHAT THE HELLS IT GOOD FOR ' 😢😢😢😢😢

[@alitathomas2711]

I love those decorative dogs. They make it homey. Leta

[@lemondropkid6175]

your doggy supervisors are doing a good job, letting you know when you are doing it wrong. Love the dogs, so nice to see them indoors warm and comfy.

[@marcbrunson6986]

Annie knows what kind of a room it is ha ha. The wash table aka vanity is pretty cool. I guess it would have just been called a wash table. Nothing boring in reading history.

[@MarlaBlair-ys2zu]

Watching from Illinois three days after this was made. We can sympathize with you being cold. You can never have too many chairs, Robert. Each one is different and has its own story. Some chairs or rockers without arms are for sitting in while sewing. Carry on . .spring always follows.

[@dianadelahaye7660]

Strip the doors,probably will be beautiful😊fascinating info in the newspapers

[@deniseoftedahl8937]

Love looking through old newspapers and magazine. The ads are so cool!

[@MarshaShelley-t3n]

You can use lemon oil for furniture on that !! Will help keep from the wood getting drier and shine the wood up.

[@julieulrich5669]

We called the dresser with the mirror a commode. Bowl and pitcher sat on top. Linen in the drawers and a chamber pot in the door. Beautiful piece. It would look great in a larger entryway.

[@TreasureDeal]

Exactly. So many don't know about old furniture, what it is or what it was used for.

[@thistlemoon1]

I have some newspapers saved from different family members around that time period. Back then Atlanta was a small town.

[@CatherineKeehn-l6k]

My Grandma glued all kinds of magazine papers in the bottom of dresser drawers in lou of shelf paper. Flour and water paste was the glue.

[@MaryJaworski-j3d]

Beautiful furniture

[@AngelRodriguez-lb3ef]

So much beautiful things

[@SirSidley]

Beeswax is good for old furniture 🐝 I use it on my old clock cases 😊

[@pyewackett5]

You don't need anything else.

[@cheryroberson8388]

Murphy oil soap for cleaning wood. Then use Liquid Gold for oiling the wood.

[@tacocin]

Always interesting Robert. Keep it coming!

[@Emmywe8002]

I love old news paper and I would love to have a rocking chair in my home. Love your work in your channels. Blessings from the other side of the world, Sweden 🇸🇪 ❤

[@jamesclough2638]

You have come a long way on your farm. Its amazing what you are doing.

[@THEOLDBYRDFARMVLOG]

Thank you!

[@reneestaples4963]

LOL---Luv your big flat head screw driver !! My big screw driver came with me from California 23 years ago--we named her Bertha !! Love all those pictures and antiques !!

[@janecarolhogue3140]

Love the old furniture.hope you find the right oil to moisturizer for that beautiful furniture. I have a few pieces from my grandmothers. The beginning of the 20th century

[@cherylpeterson2289]

I use Old English wood polish, which is an oil. It comes plain and dark. I use the dark on my antiques it helps keep the patina and recovers the wood. I love it.

[@deweygill1973]

Your Grandmother must have been mad at you for breaking her favorite rocker. Old newspapers are on of my favorite things to read. I have stacks of them..You really get the feel of what life was like. Love to see what cars are for sale and what bands are playing in town.

[@THEOLDBYRDFARMVLOG]

Before my time.

[@deweygill1973]

@@THEOLDBYRDFARMVLOG yeah I know. Just bustin’ yer chops!

[@RobertaM01]

I loved the old newspapers.

[@darlenegood4101]

i enjoy going through old papers and learning what was happening so long ago. I think I would take a lot longer time going through that stuff than you cuz I would get lost in the history and what stories items could tell if they could talk.

[@AngelaHassan-j6f]

I love the way the people in your area in Georgia , especially you Robert, are deeply rooted in family history and can trace back as long as 100 years or more. The connection is so amazing keeping memories and family alive. Sure beats the anonymity of living in modern apartments.❤

[@judithburdine4910]

I like old papers and things.

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

Next time you want to remove old paper stuck to something (calendar in drawer) you can place a damp paper towel on it. Not sopping wet, just nice and damp. Moisture from the paper towel will lift the stuck piece of paper.

[@retiredrick1715]

My grand mother and mother both lined every drawer with newspaper. lots of neat reading when we cleaned up there homes.

[@raecrowe9514]

The mirrored piece is a dry sink. Murphys Oil Soap to clean and moisturize it.

[@1beyond]

Your grandmother and my grandma Emma on the Farm loved the platform rocker