When a customer passes away

[@markklein437]

I’m a woodworker. I’ve been working with wood for over fifty years. I’ve built furniture, cabinetry, children’s toys and countless other things. I watched your work on this piece with a critical eye. I want you to know I was expecting to see things I would have done differently and by that I mean better. How wrong I was. I can honesty say that the customer was very fortunate to have your skilled hands on their prized piece of furniture. You made that look amazing. Kudos!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@happydays59]

Beautiful job!❤

[@bradyspcs]

I'm so glad her daughter chose to continue with the restoration of this piece. it's truly beautiful, you do masterful work.

[@bradyspcs]

@Alfred E. Neuman I stand corrected and by Alfred E. Neuman no less!

[@daveawb]

@Alfred E. Neuman Yes, unfortunately, restoration / restoring is used synonymously with refinishing these days. It's a shame as they're two very distinct methodologies.

[@johnwilliams1223]

That toning process is just fascinating. That definitely comes with experience. Just wow!!!

[@Victorialands]

Im so sorry for the families loss. This piece is gorgeous, Wendy truly had an eye for antiques. You did such a splendid job… Im thinking Wendy would be very pleased and happy you finished this piece for her daughter to enjoy. 💕

[@pitsnipe5559]

What a wonderful tribute to your friend, so glad her daughter wanted to see it through. Trina, I’ve run out of adjectives to describe your work, you’re a true artist. Thank you for sharing these wonderful furniture pieces.

[@aleset1]

So special and I know the family appreciates the lovely job.

[@corgilover3011]

Trena... Your toning skills are magical. Amazing how all the repairs disappear... especially cross grain scratches on the top! So great to have these earthly possessions to remember our friends and family after they leave us. They have gone to a place where refinished furniture, or any possession, doesn't exist or matter. Take time to tell your loved ones how much they mean to you, even in their original unrestored condition, before they are gone. This is the time to appreciate and celebrate them. I'm praying no one takes the "time" to fix up all my junk when I'm gone. Time better spent might be to stop by for no reason other than to give me a hug while I'm still here 😁 Thanks for sharing and endless treats for Nessa's appearance.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

I agree

[@chessouthard2819]

😮

[@Schnooks83]

This is so beautiful! I have never seen a cabinet designed like this. It is wonderful that you saved it and made it sing again! As a woman that lost both my parents I understand how much pieces like this will evoke so many memories for her family. You are one in a million!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou

[@seanleith5312]

Finally, a beautiful woman without tattoo.

[@PreservationEnthusiast]

@@seanleith5312 Yeah, all these women with tattoos eh? Daughters of Satan I say!

[@seanleith5312]

@@PreservationEnthusiast It's not that. They can mess up with their bodies any way they want. But if a society degraded like that, it's just sad to see.

[@PreservationEnthusiast]

@@seanleith5312 It's not degradation though is it. Just a personal choice and probably a passing fad of fashion.

[@Grandmotherof3]

You did a wonderful job bringing tones together. Her daughter is so fortunate to have this now beautifully restored piece of furniture to remember her by!❤❤❤

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you so much!

[@eduardopasillas7084]

​@@johnsfurniturerepairedaurdo😷😷🩲🩲🩲🩲🩲🩲🩲🩲🩲😮🦅

[@cliffboulton8763]

Trina, you should be very proud of your work on this (and every) piece of furniture you work on. I hope your Dad has seen this and is proud of you too. Absolutely Brilliant Work. Long may you prosper.

[@gwenscoggins1]

This turned out so beautiful ! Looks art deco style to me . I love the curved glass . I know she is smiling down on your work !

[@doak4886]

The lady must be beaming and her daughter is surely thrilled. There are many ways to provide blessings to people and you were instrumental in providing one here. What a great way to use your talent.

[@davedaley332]

What a great job on a gorgeous restoration on a nice piece of furniture. Good job Trina!

[@williamjohnson9288]

Having watched many of your videos, it’s really impressive to me how even though this was for the daughter of your friend that passed the pains and techniques you took and used are the same as it would be for any piece you take on a a project. It speaks volumes to you talent and ability as a master woodworker and refinishing expert. Thank you for sharing with us, who wish we had your eye for color matching and the talent in your little finger for what you do. Looking forward to your next video!!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you

[@anitamorales1506]

What a lovely comment. You said everything I would have said if I had your gift for words. Thank you!

[@JessicaJones-me6sp]

Trina is meticulous in all of her projects. That is why she is so good at her craft.

[@williamjohnson9288]

@@anitamorales1506 thank you… I need to learn to proofread before I push the send button. Trina’s work is mesmerizing as she turns worn out rickety scarred pieces into beautiful better than new artifacts. Most of her work is done on heirlooms for their owners so I assume they would be artifacts to the owners. Anyway, thank you for your comments !!

[@anitamorales1506]

@@williamjohnson9288 🙂

[@stevepiechock9234]

You just confirmed my impression of you speaking about your friend passing away. Hearing you describe her and sensing the emotion from you, I have no doubt this will be one of the finest restorations of your career. The world needs more people like you now more than ever.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou

[@chessnut991]

Absolutely beautiful. I have pieces that belonged to my grandparents that they loved. I'm protecting them until the day I can get them restored in their memory. Noble work indeed!

[@franceshurt3517]

I love to watch you utilise your skills and knowledge and the precision with which you work, you are a true craftswoman and artist which requires you to be imaginative, creative and a true perfectionist ,as they say these days you tick all the boxes, cheers lovely lady !!!

[@dochubbell]

What a fabulous job on a piece that has so much meaning to Wendy's family. They can look at it and remember her every day. I will say, you sure were into the minutiae of this repair/refinish. You were pointing out teenie weenie, itty-bitty little divots and flaws I don't think anyone else would be able to spot. lol I think this piece must have had a special place in your heart. Not only for its unique style, (you don't see many like this anymore), but for the person it represented. Beautiful all round.

[@lonnarheaj]

Another amazing and absolutely beautiful piece; truly a labor of love in this one❣️ This was a very touching video. I have several old family pieces, some still in need of restoration, and when I look at those pieces I always fondly think of who the furniture belonged to. It's always a "warm fuzzy" for those who know what that term means. Weird tip about antique glass ... there are many different formulas for glass, especially modern machine made glass, but antique glass generally had a high hands-on involvement and a slower manufacturing process, so it actually behaves as a fluid in some ways, and it is always in a state of very slow flux. Example: the glass in antique windows will be slightly thicker at the bottom. This is more obvious in old softer glass ("softnes" affected by composition and annealing during manufacturing). Those lovely curved panes of glass have likely flowed and snuggled into those doors over the decades. You made the right call to leave them be and work around their stubborn determination to stay in place. Glass hates sudden shock, and trying to remove those treasured curved panes could have likely been their end. I always enjoy and learn from your videos, and I politely envy your ability to have worked alongside your Dad and gleaned knowledge from his wisdom, and now share that wisdome with your Daughter, that is a blessing! I work in stained glass and home restoration, so that's where my understanding of some of glasses quirkier behaviors has come from. I'm always learning and understanding something new, and I love it. Thanks again for sharing your wisdom and skill ! ! !

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou!

[@walmartdog1142]

As Thomas Johnson would say about this project "I think it looks pretty good."

[@RayHam1978]

All that I can say is that you're amazing at what you do.

[@geralyn-mm]

I LOVE this piece! Even at its saddest it's lines are stunning. Elegant. I believe Wendy is thrilled. Her daughter will totally feel her mother's presence around this exquisite piece. Wonder if you felt Wendy near as you worked on it. You're a magnificent artist and your works will go forward to be enjoyed by generations to come. No higher compliment than that is there? All the very best to you and thanks for sharing this work of the heart.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou

[@noelle7714]

You did such a beautiful job on this, Wendy would be so proud. Glad her daughter wanted to continue with the restoration of this beautiful piece.

[@alangilchrist7562]

Trena, the pride you take in your work and your colour matching are absolutely astounding. Thank you so very much for sharing!

[@simsapot]

What a beautiful transformation, it’s a gorgeous piece of furniture. With loving care, to Wendy!

[@thomasschleis2545]

Really nice restoration! Love how the toner brings everything into balance.

[@lionelgardiner4408]

Once again your mastery of your craft shines through. This was what most people would consider a throw away and you brought it back to life! Well done Lady, well done!

[@genemyersmyers6710]

Wendy would have been very pleased ,makes you want to cry its so beautiful.

[@billywhizz6483]

What a beautiful restoration and you could tell in your voice in the intro just how much Wendy meant to you and no doubt many others. Wendy will sure to be looking down smiling! x

[@kiwdwks]

What an amazing tribute to Wendy. It is truly a worthy piece that deserves all of all the love/effort you gave it. Appreciate your videos...I learn from them all.

[@niknoks6387]

RIP Wendy and good on Tiffany for getting it restored in memory if her mum.❤️🇬🇧

[@yzenynot]

Museum quality restoration, filled with the love of the restorer. What a gift to give her daughter, what way to honor her mother's memory.

[@rogerdudra178]

Good to see that piece move on to another being. The reason I built oak furniture was to see that stuff go on down the lines.

[@namkumureronat1496]

A talented master, strong and very beautiful woman. Sleep in the lights, Wendy

[@mlm7598]

This is absolutely beautiful Trena. It so reminds me of my grandfather clock with the same coloring and rounded glass with shelves. I have a tall 7` tall pecan piece with rounded glass side panels and a solid glass front. This gorgeous piece you just did so reminds me of my pieces which I just love and treasure. Your work and eye for color is beyond the norm......I love it that I ever found your channel a couple years back. I am sure Wendy's daughter will treasure this forever and it is again just absolutely beautiful! You are amazing and your devotion to your talent and quality of work is a lost thing in most places these days......thank you for treasuring the things are are so priceless to your customers and we viewers! Blessings

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thankyou so much!

[@Beruthiel45]

I loved seeing you work on this lovely piece. My grandma had a very similar cabinet, so it was even more interesting to watch you restore it and bring back the original condition. I'm 77 so it wasn't an antique back in my childhood, just considered old, but still well cared for. You have another success Trena. I'm sure Wendy knows her beloved cabinet has regained it's beauty as she hoped. Best wishes to her family, may it be a treasured memory.

[@ratballs007]

Condolences to this family ! "When a person dies, they leave behind a space. This space is by no means empty, rather it is a space that consists of a rich bed of unique memories that represent what this person was about, what they offered to this world, and how they touched and shaped our lives. " Your hard work is paying off woman ! i can clearly see the results , looks awesome ! love this piece also 👌

[@TeresaHowe-lo1hy]

Love this piece! Your toning work is absolutely masterful

[@kathymorrison8634]

Beautiful! Simply beautiful! RIP Wendy. Condolences to Tiffany and her family.

[@pattiearehart118]

What a great job! I love to watch your restorations!

[@frankcowan6625]

Wow. Just wow. I fround for the first half and smiled real big the last half.

[@juliahelland6488]

Beautiful piece ❤️ Thanks for sharing this 💯 ❣️

[@jamescnorris9154]

What a beautiful piece! I'm glad you are the one showing it the love it needs. I love that she decided to restore it! As always, you do such a great job! Much Love from Florida ❤️❤️❤️

[@mikebarnett9475]

Your work is so amazing. I try to find a new episode everyday. Your hard work and patience as you tackle each piece is so incredible.

[@johndalessandro6433]

I wish i had your patience!! It has to be rewarding to know you have brought beautiful pieces so unique, never to be made again, back to life and will last so many years!!

[@jannamarie3990]

Very expensive and gorgeous 🥰 wonderful job! ❤

[@barbaratamez1350]

You did an outstanding job! Wendy is smiling from above I am sure. Beautiful piece.

[@deborahdavey1743]

Rest In Peace Wendy ..once more a professional and beautiful restoration in memory of Wendy!!

[@stewartperry7797]

Book matched veneers on the drawers? You make big smiles from your friend Wendy-Rest In Peace. Nice work as usual.

[@chimom7112]

Beautiful. Thot it was too dark until the varnish went on. Just made it pop. So pretty

[@raymitchell9736]

What a wonderful thing you did for the family. Again your color work is amazing! I have my Father's work desk that I want to (at some future time) refinish and maybe restore certain areas... at my skill level I would be happy if I could get it to the color "mess" stage LOL... at least it would be better than the way it is now: fairly scratched up and heavily dinged.

[@kila4]

A shop that is ACTUALLY restoring!

[@Hibbie2963]

Very beautiful, thanks for sharing!

[@paulerickson1906]

It sure turned out beautiful.

[@claudeelliott3993]

I've said it before and I'll say it again. Your workmanship is superb and while everything I've seen you do that just dazzled me, you far exceeded expectations on this piece. Love your work.

[@CindyWin]

A very touching and fitting tribute to your friend Wendy. May her soul rest in peace!

[@kincanucks]

Beautiful restoration, as usual. A lovely tribute to Wendy. Thank you for sharing.

[@megwolff58]

It is indeed one of the most beautiful pieces from that era that I have ever seen, and I am so glad you were in charge of its restoration. I am sure Wendy would have been thrilled to see it. Thanks, Trena.

[@orchid2223]

Omg, that piece is absolutely stunning..great job!.. love it, love it!!!

[@laurelarmstrong4535]

Amazing. This will be a wonderful tribute for years to come.

[@venetianstudios5171]

Really really nice job! Finished with love .

[@peddlinpatricks]

Well that made me cry. What a beautiful piece. You have taught me so much. Thank you for being you and the beautiful work you do.

[@imtrex521]

What a masterful restoration on a classic piece with a beautiful story. You did her proud!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Thank you very much!

[@dondieu3154]

Another fantastic piece of art. You are amazing!

[@carolepp9209]

This is the most incredible piece of Art Deco furniture I have ever seen! Just stunning! ❤️

[@Corkfish1]

It's a shame that the younger generation doesn't appreciate antiques

[@susancarroll7697]

Beautiful job.

[@thierrylegrain8463]

Du Beau et du Bon Travail, je suis admiratif

[@Taliesin1997]

So sorry for the loss of your friend Wendy. The piece is just gorgeous and she would be so appreciative of the love and care that you gave to it. What a wonderful tribute to her.

[@michellerobinson1318]

Gorgeous piece 😍😍😍❤❤ May Wendy be smiling down on your awesome work Trina.

[@davidroeslersr637]

The best part of doing a project for someone special is the focus on just them while you put your are putting your best expertise into it.

[@FollowTheJohn]

OMG. This is a touching story and the piece is AMAZING!

[@SteveC38]

I'm sorry to hear of your friend's passing. You did a beautiful job repairing and refinishing her piece, I'm sure her daughter will be thrilled. Nice work, Trena!

[@georginabarratt3992]

Wow. That is beautiful. Wendy is smiling in heaven, she knew you could do it. Wendy’s daughter will be over the moon. You did yourself proud.

[@davidhorton2782]

beautiful story and very emotional

[@rogerdudra178]

Greetings from the BIG SKY of Montana. I just turned 74, myself.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Happy birthday!

[@starlakelsey2782]

Very sweet way to say good bye to Wendy. I'm sure her family will appreciate this.

[@medickaisu]

I know Wendy is thrilled. She loves it and loves you. Beautiful piece.

[@lieuwina]

Your restoration on this piece was truly a beautiful finish. I am sure her daughter will be very happy with it. May Wendy R.I.P.

[@mattedwards4533]

Perfection! You have way to much talent for one person!

[@131dyana]

You always do wonderful work so glad you could finish that piece and make it so nice. God bless.

[@johng.]

Sorry for the loss of your friend. You absolutely did right by her and for her daughter.

[@M21L35]

Absolutely spectacular restoration of a really iconic piece! A fine tribute to a dear friend's passing.

[@diamond6256]

You do such great work. May I ask you 2 questions? 1)The bottom panels of the drawer, mine won't stay in, what can I add to keep them in? 2) How can you get scratches off a dinner table? They are deep or that bad. You can only see them when you look at them in the light.

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Sorry. Both questions I can answer without seeing the pieces.

[@3rdoldhen]

Beautiful job, obviously done with love! Thank you for sharing with us!

[@jarmstrong2843]

This story takes me back to when I owed a stained glass business. A customer ordered several windows for her large historic home in the community where I once lived. The windows were large, intricate in design, special ordered glass from Europe and required firing of some of the glass that were painted with frit. The windows would take over two years to make. In the process the owner suddenly passed away when 75% of the windows complete. The daughter told me to continue with the project. Then several weeks later, the daughter was killed in an auto accident. Sadly to say, the estate did not want the windows and I was never paid for the work done since everything was done on a verbal basis with the original owner who was a long time customer. Five years later I eventually used all the windows in a home I was building and they worked out beautifully. So, there was a bright ending to a sad story of losing two friends tragically. But, I'd much rather have their friendships. You do nice work!!!! You are a talented lady!

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Wow!

[@sheilaabayateye1558]

Ahh thats so heart warming Trena sorry for your loss. Rip Wendy. X

[@angellugo7407]

you kill it

[@Ritapotter-q7u]

Beautiful

[@elizabethcoombe248]

Nice job!

[@ianbennett5245]

What a beautiful piece of furniture! And such a sensitive restoration.

[@jerrygillette854]

Hello Trena. Beautiful work, you did on this. When you steamed the veneer top to get the scratches and dings out, do you worry about loosening the glue that holds it down?

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

No actually some heat and steam can help deactivate the glue and moisturize it. The moisture would have to be excessive to lift the veneer’s

[@davidatkisson6141]

Your work is always so masterful! You are simply amazing!

[@PghFlip]

Do you wax your clamping blocks to help them not stick to any glue squeeze-out?

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

No they would get a little to slippery. I just clean them once In A while

[@raeanngodfrey6986]

I adore Art deco and I am drooling over this fabulous piece. There is a reason that Wendy chose to be your long term customer. You are a master and her daughter will have this to treasure.

[@pamelaprivette5361]

WOW! You've done it again---you are so talented! Love watching you do your magic! This is a piece unlike anything I've seen before, in its size. Love the Art Deco style. Thank You!

[@chrisgreen1525]

Curious as to why you used carpenters glue instead of a contact cement or super 55/77 adhesive for the felt?

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

Just how I have always done it. Works really well. Contact cement would be a disaster if you had a wrinkle.

[@Dachsie1960]

You never fail to impress. Beautiful work xx

[@azpcox]

What a beautiful tribute to a friend! Because this had veneer on the bottom and it was loose, could you have used pieces of that original veneer fo the repairs? Would it have given a better wood match for the visible chips?

[@johnsfurniturerepair]

No it was different wood. Cheers

[@briancaudill3939]

It's truly unbelievable what can be done. And what YOU, Trena, can do to a piece of furniture that most would not even attempt. Really impressive! Your friend Wendy would be so grateful.