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Chris Optimum

Chris Optimum

@optimum_modern

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Video review of Clips Home & Garden by 66ad1d356eb2ca40aa09fa51

ChrisHome & Garden #ClipsWhile the design of this piece was top of the line the condition was far from it. Clearly, it was time for a full restoration to bring this back to its former glory. What I did: - Glued down any loose veneer with @titebondwoodproducts wood glue - Patched any missing veneer with salvaged vintage walnut veneer - Filled any voids with @jbweldDIY 2 part epoxy putty tinted with mohawk powder stains - Reglued the entire base - Sanded the original finish off with @3Mabrasives Cubitron sanding pads - Sealed the piece with @Zinsser Sealcoat - Performed color touchups with @mohawkfinishing Blandals, powder stains, and graining pens - Sprayed a light coat of toner (Zinsser sealcoat + Transtint medium brown dye) - Topcoated the piece with @geminiindustries Evo clear Satin Sheen

Video review of Clips Home & Garden by 66ad1d356eb2ca40aa09fa51

ChrisHome & Garden #ClipsLet there be legs 🦵🦵🦵🦵 What I did: - Glued down any loose veneer with @titebondwoodproducts wood glue - Filled any voids with @jbweldDIY 2 part epoxy putty tinted with mixol Tints - Sanded the piece with @seriousgrit sanding pads - Sealed the piece with @Zinsser Sealcoat - Performed color touchups with @mohawkfinishing Blandals, powder stains, and graining pens - Stained the legs with @zarfinishes premium teak - Sprayed toner (Zinsser sealcoat + Transtint medium brown dye) - Topcoated the piece with @geminiindustries Evo clear – Satin Sheen

Video review of Clips Home & Garden by 66ad1d356eb2ca40aa09fa51

ChrisHome & Garden #ClipsNot all projects go as planned. It’s a natural part of restoring furniture. Certain pieces have unforseen issues or problems that cause the restoration process to have to change. Do you like the new look?

Video review of Clips Home & Garden by 66ad1d356eb2ca40aa09fa51

ChrisHome & Garden #ClipsFull disclosure: I took on this project for one main reason. I envisioned a new base that would perfectly compliment the curved drawer fronts and rounded case design. To modernize the piece further, I gave it a complete restoration in a contemporary color and replaced the rattan insets with a herringbone weave cane. Do you think these updates align the piece with modern design tastes?

Video review of Clips Home & Garden by 66ad1d356eb2ca40aa09fa51

ChrisHome & Garden #ClipsI haven’t felt this nervous about sharing a reel in quite some time. I’ve been eager to explore some new ideas, and I’m excited to finally present this project. While a speckled orange finish might have been all the rage in the 1970s, it feels quite outdated by today’s standards. This piece had so much potential with its original design elements, but it needed a few updates to align with contemporary tastes. I refreshed it with a light natural oak finish and elevated it on a custom made sled style base, giving it a fresh, modern look. What do you think of this transformation? Do you lean towards a cooler/lighter finish, or do you prefer something warmer?

Video review of Clips Home & Garden by 66ad1d356eb2ca40aa09fa51

ChrisHome & Garden #ClipsOne of the most common comments I get is... the final result is “too orange.” Now I think we can all agree 80s/90s orange oak is very out of style. However I’m suprised to get these comments on vintage walnut pieces. Do you consider vintage walnut “too orange”? The process: - Reglued loose joints with @titebond - Filled voids with wood filler and 2 part epoxy - Sanded the piece with @3mabrasives Cubitron sanding pads - Sealed the piece with @Zinsser Sealcoat Dewaxed Shellac - Color touchups with Mohawk blendals, powder stains, and graining pens - Stained the legs and drawer edges with @zarfinishes premium teak stain - Sprayed toner (Zinsser sealcoat + Transtint golden brown dye) to even the color - Top coated the piece with @geminiindustries Evo clear – Satin Sheen

Video review of Clips Home & Garden by 66ad1d356eb2ca40aa09fa51

ChrisHome & Garden #ClipsIs Rattan, walnut, and tambour doors the perfect combo? What I did: - Replaced the broken rattan - Built a custom base from reclaim wood - Filled damage with @gorksgoodfilla pre mixed rosewood water based wood filler - Steamed out scratches - Sanded the piece with @seriousgrit sanding pads - Sealed the piece with @Zinsser Sealcoat Dewaxed Shellac - Performed color touchups with @mohawkfinishing Blendals, powder stains, and graining pens - Sprayed toner (Zinsser sealcoat + Transtint medium brown dye) to even out the wood tones - Top coated the piece with @geminiindustries Evo clear – Satin Sheen

Video review of Clips Home & Garden by 66ad1d356eb2ca40aa09fa51

ChrisHome & Garden #ClipsThis piece was a nightmare to restore and I nearly threw it away... multiple times. Thankfully after many “just walk away before it gets worse” moments this one is finally done. As much as I was striving for perfection I came up slightly short but hopefully the new look is better than the before. What do you think?

Video review of Clips Home & Garden by 66ad1d356eb2ca40aa09fa51

ChrisHome & Garden #ClipsThis piece started out life as a dedicated stereo cabinet with legs but it was only a shell of its former shelf by the time I got it. To give it a new life I converted the interior cabinets into adjustable shelving, added a custom set of 4 way tapered legs, and performed a full restoration. Do you like the new look? 👀

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Casely Waves & Rays | Sunshine Case - Essential + MagSafe®

Video review of Casely Waves & Rays | Sunshine Case - Essential + MagSafe® by 66b18184033a174acfd687e6

Video review of Casely Waves & Rays | Sunshine Case - Essential + MagSafe® by 66a933303a73b4094b95961e

Video review of Casely Waves & Rays | Sunshine Case - Essential + MagSafe® by 66b33bb6a187d0df63993850

Waves & Rays | Sunshine Case - Essential + MagSafe®

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