How Many Pegs Is He Going to Save? - Thomas Johnson Antique Furniture Restoration

[theresanovak]

A prime example of Mr. J’s craftsmanship! Extra special for the replacement of the drawer pull and expert substitution of a treat for the dropped peg. What a good girl!

[skirtedgalleons]

The dog-peg drama towards the end was excellent. The final reveal of the top's wood grain is so lovely.

[Bloodlvst]

You know, I've meant to say this before, but it always surprises me when you don't refinish something. I see something old and beat up and say "Oh, he's gonna need to refinish that for sure". But you've taught me that just some wax polish can go a long way to breathing life back into a piece. As always, incredible work Tom!

[blanchjoe]

Dear Thomas, One of my favorites of your pieces. The training of the canine to drop an object from its mouth into your hand based upon a Roman Soldiers salute was worth the whole show.

[robertlassiter]

This to me is more of a resurrection than a restoration. Brought back from the dead! What a warm, comforting looking little table. This humble little table was worthy of such careful attention. I think it looks pretty good too.

[OwlingDogDesign]

What I learn from Tom Johnson: To every thing there is a season and to every joint there is a clamp. 😆You'll be proud, I finally got some 'hide' glue, heated and used it on some fractured veneer for a PERFECT fit. Thank you for the best wood teachings.

[patientorlando]

Did no one else clock that cute little "oops!' when Tom accidentally knocked over the hide glue (11:18 min. marker)??!! So adorable...just another reason why your videos are so enjoyable to watch Tom, you are just yourself, no facade.

Not only are your videos well shot and edited, your story telling of the piece and your methods are never dictatorial (i.e. "my way is the only way..." ) but rather, a sharing of years of experience through practical application.

And your fresh approach to each piece to respect it's history and future. Just love it!! Thanks for another great tutorial Tom, and say "Hi" to Ella for me <3

[lynnew]

Sometimes less is more. Just imagine what that table has seen in its lifetime from where it started out. It would grace any home.
Love the way Ella saw an opportunity to finagle a treat. Gotta love dogs! 🦮❤️

[AD-hsbq]

Holy jigsaw puzzle, Batman! 😀 I admire your thoughtful and respectful work.

[russellcraven]

Apparently judging by the old recycling and repairs done in the past furniture was highly valued back then.Today we would likely just trash it.Glad to see you repairing it so it can keep on serving another generation.Great job and infinite patience .

[Joe]

There is, within the realm of patience, a place where guys like you go with great enthusiasm, almost abandon, where 10 or 20 repairmen of varying levels of skill have 'taken a shot' at repair of this well-deserving and long-serving table.
At long last, the table, now almost wreckage, comes under the hand of the master.
Beautiful job!
Thanks.

[johnclauser]

Tom my wife and I love watching your videos. You explain very well. My wife was a teacher for 33 years and says you're very good she should know! I build furniture here in Bucks County Pennsylvania and appreciate all the love and carry you take!!!! If we ever get up to Maine we would love to meet you

[bluekingfisher]

Alterations to such pieces were the norm rather than the exception, at least here in the U.K. In fact, it is quite difficult to find original pieces of furniture of that paying astronomical prices. Much of it was altered to suit changes in styles and fashions during the mid to late Victorian era. After all we didn't have the convenience of IKEA and the like, so old items were regularly fashioned to suit. In addition, a lot of furniture was handed down through the generations (My grandmother intact owned several pieces of furniture belonging to her great grand parents. Or, It may well have been that a particularly item was the only item of value so it may have been broken down into two, three or more pieces to allow family members their share.
In any case, an interesting item, wouldn't it be great if these old pieces had a playback button of their life. Great work as always.

[declangane]

I love the tape over the nail head hole to catch any splintering when backing the nail out. Top tip. Another fantastic job, huge thanks.

[shaktisiddha]

Tom, a couple of things. Your shows are ASMR or calming to me. Perfect for a pandemic world. Also, it motivates me to work on my projects. And, I use your techniques for doing other kinds of projects, like prep work and other things.

[ruthcarter]

I learn lessons in craftsmanship every time I watch these. Thank you. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[GaryD]

In this day and age of cutting corners and shoddy workmanship, it is so nice to see someone who has uncompromising standards. Having seen many of Thomas Johnson's videos, I KNEW what the answer to the peg question would be.

[gav]

You have to love Labradors, a certain beagle of my acquittance would have taken harder line, in the peg hostage negotiation. Exactly the right repair on that wee table Tom. Thanks for posting.

[rmsbrooks]

I am addicted to your videos, and get cranky when I see the notification and cannot watch it immediately. I know nothing about carpentry or furniture restoration and would not miss your videos for nothing. The longer the better. Molto bello Bella, your craftsmanship piece de resistance

[chriskelly]

When a piece of furniture manages to survive 100s of years of wars, famines, pestilence and possible fires, it deserves the time, effort and respect that you gave it. High 5 to you sir!