Restoration of RARE 1920s Bauhaus Cabinet | Extremely Rusty
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- čas přidán 2. 12. 2021
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In this furniture makeover, I give a Bauhaus design cabinet from the 1920s a restoration to give it a more modern and "retro" look, taking inspiration from retro coolers from the 1950s!
I picked up this very unique piece from FB Marketplace for just $10. When I saw how the metal frame was rusting and painted all over, I was itching to bring it back to life.
Using a grit progression of 60, 120, 280, 600, 1000, to 2000 and a final buff with Flitz Polish, I gave the frame a mirror finish. Given the round shape and the amount of surface area, this was quite the time consuming task. Luckily, I found this process to be extremely satisfying, so I was only a little bit miserable sanding away at it for days.
For the body, I wanted to switch out just the top with a bit of a thicker and sturdier wood. It was just a little too flimsy for my liking, and it's a simple way to drastically increase the quality of a piece. For the paint, I used Krylon's All-In-One Fusion spray paint in Glossy Red Pepper. The back of the can tells you to apply the next coat within 2 hours or after 48 hours, and I learned that there's a reason for this. I applied my third coat 24 hours after my second, and it looked like there had been an earthquake. I believe this happened because the surface was dry while the inside was still drying, and applying another coat made the dried up layer "scrunch up". To fix this, I waited the full 48 hours for it to dry, sanded it smooth, then applied my coats. Lesson learned!
The handle design was heavily inspired by some of the fridge door handles from the 1950s. I really love the retro look...
I hope you find some value in this video. If you do, please give it a like! I appreciate it :)
- Andy
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Below is a list of some of the tools and products that I used.
SurfPrep Electric Sander: www.surfprepsanding.com?aff=76 (Use code MODERN10 for a discount!)
Flitz Polish: amzn.to/3DjnDKs
Glue Syringe: amzn.to/36JsIhj
Krylon Fusion Spray Paint: amzn.to/3oiULxV
Minwax Wood Stain (Jacobean 2750): amzn.to/3G1p7Lk
Minwax Polyeurathane Spray (Semi-Gloss): amzn.to/3yrxaxS
As a disclaimer, the above links are affiliate links, so if you make a purchase with the links provided, I may receive a small commission. There's no extra charge to you, but it helps me out!
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Some of you asked what exactly this piece of furniture is, and I wasn't actually sure. So, I did some research. I believe it's a bedside or medical cabinet with a Bauhaus design, a style originating from Germany in the 1920s. Pretty cool!
This piece would not go for under $2,500. A true antique. But I don’t know if it devalues that much because of the complete restoration. 🤔
A true work of art! It’s gorgeous!
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It is a medical bedside Bauhaus style so the red color.... Mmmmmm
I want this !!! Beautiful job.
I've never seen someone who is so dexterous with their feet and toes. Very impressive how you applied that wood finish to the handle!
😂😂😂
Who’s gonna tell him?
😂😂😂Wish I'd have said that!
His hand is in a old sock to apply the finish.
@@Traumawomen ^ Sherlock
I honestly thought the cabinet was metal when I saw the thumbnail. To get plywood to look like that!! Mind=blown
WOW, Andy! You really could’ve fooled me into thinking this piece was ALL metal and not (partly) wood! Terrific job! 👍🏼👍🏼
Man, I've been having a bad work week and this felt like a soothing balm to my nerves. Your patience blows my mind every time.
The smooth Spongebob got me bad lmao
Me too. Work is so bad this week, I knew his video would ease some tension. Worked like a charm...now, I gotta get back to work! ;)
i love how serene these videos are. restoration videos tend to be chaotic when sped up too much but yours are so tranquil, even without background music. love these, so relaxing! and of course the final looks are absolutely astonishing :D
Often the only difference between a good restorer and a superb one is the application of great diligence. Awesome work!
I always wonder if the person who sold you the piece, watches your channel and is then blown away by your creative transformations! Absolutely incredible!!
OMG!! Silk purse from a sow’s ear! Brilliant! Daebak!
I love the red and the piece. I'm also glad it isn't black. The chrome turned out beautiful
This would be a perfect little bar, with the glasses lined up inside and the bottles organized on top! I love this style, and you made it perfect!
Fantastic transformation...as always. Very satisfying to see trash transformed to treasure. This scratches me right where I itch!
By the way, I'm a Gen X'r with lots of experience, but I learned two important things today!
1) You can give everyday steel a chrome-like finish! I had no idea!
2) I have used 600grit for wet sanding in the past, but never knew there was a 2000grit!
I have a very rusty tri square with wood handle, brass edge and metal ruler. I am going to do all of your techniques to bring back it's original lustre.
My Dad gave it to me recently, and we build some things together, so it has sentimental value.
Thanks! From Toronto
Oh, and where did you find that cool yellow sanding sponge 7:54
@@canadude6401 It’s a hand sanding sponge by Gator from Rona! Good luck on your work :)
@@ModernMakeovers Thanks! I started working on restoring the tri-square. looks really good, however, I can't seem to get the deeply embedded rust out way below the surface. I have tried a 24hr soak in vinegar and baking soda and sanding with 80grit and WD-40. Am I right to assume some deep black stains might be impossible to remove?
@@canadude6401 - Have you tried Naval Jelly?
The work involved 😳…….but the result is BRILLIANT 👍🏻
I saw an aluminum piece polished by wet sanding with soapy water. It had a mirror finish when complete. I love your videos and the lengths you go to in order to please our eyes!!
Just WOW! I'm not sure if I am more impressed by the polished metal or the detail of the handle.
I love how in so many of your videos you include little side shots of the nature.
Your style of video editing is for the tranquility of working with your hands.
The nature shots really add to that.
The quality of video is so good, a story in itself. Love the animation, text and texture of sounds. So much extra work for you but I really appreciate your efforts. Thank you. Happy Holidays 🌲☃️
Your attention to detail is amazing. It's brilliant to watch you transform these unwanted items into beautiful treasures everyone would want in their homes.
Wow you know your grit! 😄 That was brilliant to watch
Not only do you do great work, your filming is fantastic. And the birds!
Great work Andy!! Thanks for the Flitz love!! 👍👍👀
Thanks for making awesome products! 😁
So much sanding, so much patience, such beautiful results !
As always I'm Sooo impressed with your patience. It's so obvious this is a labor of love for you. Very satisfying to watch.
I have said it before but aside from your furniture creativity, your videos are equally worthy of praise. That handle though! 😍
Not only do I love all the furniture flips. Your special affects are very well done too!
I love the handle. The handle is full of love.
I never realized Bauhaus was a style, I'd always thought it was just one of my favorite bands. Hence why I clicked immediately, haha. I was a little disappointed it wasnt the band, but I stayed, learned alot and enjoyed the video:) Good work!
Your remake really enhanced the design and integrity of this beauty! 👏 🏆
What an object of BEAUTY you turned this stand into! God bless you 😮!
I kept thinking if a mini fridge could fit inside the cabinet it would have made a super cute mini bar.
I just love your videos. I love watching how the piece comes together, but I also really appreciate that you give furniture that most people would dispose of a second lease of life
Your attention to detail and care for every individual piece of these items is very admirable. You also have e a very good taste in color and style. I love these videos!
Your patience and attention to detail is astounding.
I wish you an amazing Holiday Season...Blessings to you and yours...
What a great find. What an epic finished project. That Christmas red...chefs kiss.
Keep doing you 🌟
Love the new editing style, love the ladybug. Your work is always stunning, thank you for sharing
Love, love the whimsical feel to the reel and I haven't seen the final product yet! Awesome
Mate, A quicker way to do the screws is put them in a drill, and spin them in your right hand and hit them with the orbital sander in your left hand. I did this with like 50 brass dome headed screws.
Great idea, thank you! :)
Everything about this video is just perfect! Especially I am obsessed the custom made retro-vibe handle. Cheers!!!
That turned out amazing. So cute with the Santa's inside and I love the red!! Good choice of color 👏💯🎅
No lengthy commentary, annoying music or painted stencils in sight! Soooo refreshing. Amazingly well explained through mesmerising videography. Thank you.
You make the restoration beautiful because of the perfection of your work! (WOW)
Lol! This cabinet turned out outstanding. What patience and great transformation. Thanks for sharing.
The attention to detail here when doing tedious work like sanding is very impressive. I love the mirror finish acheived on the once-rusted metal frame.
Господи, я даже со своими детьми не ношусь так, как он с железкой. Браво👏🏻
This man has very good sense oh humour, not only good skill 😍😍😍
I love how you retain the soul of each vintage piece, but you may choose different clothing & jewelry for each to wear.
I think you may be one of the most underrated CZcamsrs I've seen. I found you're channel recently and first of all I think I'm in love with you. You're incredibly talented and all of the work I've seen you do is gorgeous, almost as gorgeous as yourself. Your videos are already great to begin with, but then you come in with the subtle edits and it just bumps the whole thing up to the next level. Your videos are the hits of serotonin that I desperately need in my life.
🙏🏻❤️
So cute!!! Kinda looks like a tiny washing machine 😂💜
It totally does 😮
The red is so beautiful!
That handle elevated this piece to the next level, it's inspiring me to learn how to make my own handles!
That owl never gets bored watching your amazing skills
That handle alone was a masterpiece. You are a true craftsman. Great job!
From Bauhaus to badass. An amazing new retro look.
Just when i thought the metal part couldn't get any shinier🤯
It's cute. Would make a good mini bar.
Thanks for the vid.
I’m nitpicking, but the only thing I’d have considered doing differently was painting/prepping the hinge so it was chrome to match the base. That being said I appreciate you showing how you can achieve a quality product no matter what finish you’re using - stain, professional sprayer, or rattle can paint. Beautiful work as always!
I actually would have loved to do that. Unfortunately, the hinge was brass, so the chrome look wasn’t an option 🥲
Though the same
I might have liked a really dark red almost a burgundy for 20's style but it looks great! Strong work there!
You deserve all the praise you've got- and more!
That's a hot number...Definately looks like a retro cooler.
So cool!! You always think outside the box!
This one was a good restoration and upgrade, it looks awesome. Take care, thanks 😊
It's so cute. It almost looks like a safe, or maybe a tiny fridge. So neat. I honestly wondered if you would keep it sort of "as is" in the design because it looked so weird at first. But you made it look so awesome and retro! Love it!
I appreciate your sense of whimsy nearly as much as I appreciate your skill set, attention to detail, and work ethic. With respect to this small cabinet, it was designed as a bedside table. Even in the first third of the 20th C, much of the patient-related hospital items would have been fired enamel over metal, to stand up to constant cleaning with harsh products.
another wonderful refurbishment. too bad there weren’t two so you could have matching bedside tables!
Marvelous, whimsical journey to pristine rejuvenation. Thank you. Well done!
Absolutely incredible. Your craftsmanship and editing skills impress me every time.
I like how you incorporate nature into your videos
As I said before you are INSANE. Crazy talent, crazy craftsmanship, and an insane inspiration. Have to say I am beyond impressed more like mind blown.
So this "alligatored" on you? Sorry, but it is comforting to know that I am not the only one with some bad luck here and there. A couple questions: Since this finish showscases and magnifies every tiny imperfection, would a "sanding primer" have been useful? Also, will the beautiful metal retain this shine or would a wax or some protective coating be beneficial?
My 2 cents: the handle is wonderful, but to me, a vintage chrome handle would be better. In my area, there are 2 used restaurant supply "junkyards", and I am sure you could get a great handle from one of those places.
I appreciate your humor. This vid actually made my day. Thanks.
My first thought was an ice box❗️Made of metal! Terrific job‼️I’m impressed with your eye to detail & patience as well. Great video👏🏼🤩
dude i absolutely love your work, i find genuine joy out of just watching your videos, thank you andy:)
....oh man, turned out fabulous!!!...impressive recuperating the crome!!!!...love the idea of the sock🤙
Video making at its best! Loved every bit of the 12 minutes AND the 21 seconds
I love the attention to the nature around you too. The pauses to watch a lady bug, or grasshopper, walk by in your videos always makes me smile. 😊
You have such a great eye! It's amazing that you saw the potential in nasty piece of furniture, and you indeed gave it a new life 👏💯
You are a Master.
Keen eye.
You make labor intensive projects look easy.
Love you patience and diligence.
Thank you for your kind words ❤️
Andy, as always you never disappoint!!! You’re a beast!!!
I would NEVER have picked red but it looks absolutely breathtaking! Exactly why I'm not making CZcams videos! 😂😂😂 Just beautiful!
Just watched it again for a Friday night chill! Looks as good as I remembered it...
And again...😂😂😂
We had that style furniture when I was a kid. My grandmothers kitchen set had that style chairs. I never knew it had a name!
Fantastic job. I really thought the metal frame would be rusted through in some parts, and you made it look better than new. 🥳
the fact that you put spongebobs reflection in it 👌🏽 perfection
These videos are always so calming
Your videos are always so satisfying to watch. I love that you don't seem to throw many things away, always saving things to be used for something else. Love the little animations put in there, too.
Another amazing job. Oh I wished you lived in the U.K. I’d be knocking at your door or transform all my old things lol. Such attention to detail. That skill is the sign of a craftsman. Well done again for another awesome transformation 👍🏻
Fabulous outcome Andy, it’s gorgeous. I was impressed with the brilliant finish of both the wood and the steel. Beautiful as always ♥️
Every time I see your videos, I ask myself "is he a furniture maker or a film maker?!" The editing and little effects are just as delightful as the builds!
That was filmed in a nice way 😀. Neat and shiny result, though I loved the original soft yellow… well done and inspiring
Amazing! You really transformed this piece.👏👏
Your work is wonderful & even your Santa’s are perfect. 💕♥️💕
Another skilled, beautifully detailed makeover. The sexiest cooler I've ever seen. Masterfully done.
I love it! I have found that priming a piece in pink, grey or black before a red coat reduces the amount of red coats I need to do.
Such skill & patience I really admire you!
Your videos are always so satisfying, they even put me to sleep awsome job🤗
That’s bloody amazing!!!!! I was salivating watching the metal becoming shinier. I LOVE IT!!!!
Man I ❤ this channel. Thank you for your za-zen restorations!
I love seeing unusual pieces like this!
The extra editing is just *chef kiss* Just subscribed today and currently binge watching your contents. Love your finished products :)
Beautifol!!!!! ❤️❤️👍👍👍🐞🐞. Slovakia. 🇸🇰
I love this 😀 ❤ piece of furniture and I love the way you restored it
Hello from New Jersey USA 🇺🇸 😀 😊
Dang, you're very talented but also quite funny through your edits and comments :)