I'm just scrubbing off any grime
to maximize glue adhesion. Some big chunks are missing.
I'll have to fill it in later. Before the glue is completely dry,
I want to add some screws too. Even after drilling a hole,
I'm scared of splitting the leg. Yup, lots of filling to be done. Ready to walk again,
maybe even run. This was originally a phonograph
cabinet, but it was repurposed. Original
Not original Original function Repurposed function Original door mechanisms
are still intact. But magnets were installed
for the new bifolding doors. Missing crank. Shelving rails Oh, it also came with a top. These old pins are valuable loot. This video's sponsor is "Milanote" "Milanote" is a tool for organizing
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limit using the link in the description. This veneer obviously has
to come off. I'll hit the stubborn spots with a
heat gun to soften the glue. This original shelf was partially cut.
I'll put it out of its misery. Now I want to cover the insides
with new panels. These are scavenged back panels
from past projects. Here's some keyboard sounds,
for your listening pleasure. Glue and nails should be
plenty strong. I'll put some weights on it. Minor scratches can be sanded down. Expectation Reality This brave piece of scrap wood
has volunteered for shelf duty. My goal is to restore this cabinet
to its original function as a record cabinet. Nail reinforcement. I purchased a record player for this
piece, and it will sit right here. Dividers for records. Let's take a fishing break. This wood epoxy will be harder than
wood once it dries in a day or so. A sign of previous veneer repair. Major chipping here too. I don't think I can repair these damages
seamlessly, so instead I will replace it. The edge of this veneer was coming
apart to begin with. Happens from years of moisture. Now where can I find the same veneer... I need to verify that it's a compatible donor. Looks close enough to me! Now this seam needs to disappear. I'll add the same strip on the other
door set for symmetry. These holes have become loose.
They need to be plugged then re-holed. Skewers from food are always saved
in my house for this purpose. These strips will hide the dents
and chips on this edge. The screw holes on the doors
were also packed with skewers. This is the same panel I used for the inside. This water ring luckily isn't too deep
and is sanding right out. Hole for record player cable. I've been really liking tung oil. Squid game socks. Now, for the legs, I want to try something
new to hide this wood epoxy repair. But first, I'll use stain to hide
some veneer flaws. Using a water based stain in Dark Oak,
I'll make the legs dark to hide the repairs. I want to blend the stain into the
tung oil finish around this point. Blending with wet brush. I'll quickly dry the first coat,
then hit it with a second. You can see it's still visible
after one coat. Now there's just one last step
before the final reveal. Brasso is my go-to polish
for hardware. It's fantastic. You can always find the products I use
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for copyright reasons :(
