Can We Save This Swedish Antique Secretaire? | Restoration Part 1

Can Marc and Lucian rescue this mid-19th-century Swedish burr birch secretaire chest of drawers?

In Part 1 of our three-part antique furniture restoration series, we take a close look at this unusual Swedish secretaire, with its striking burr birch veneer, tired orange finish, dark interior and areas of damaged and lifting veneer.

Marc and Lucian assess the condition of the piece, investigate its construction and later alterations, and begin the careful process of bringing the beautiful timber back to life.

IN THIS EPISODE:
• Inspecting the Swedish secretaire and identifying restoration problems
• Examining the cabinet and later handles and feet
• Removing the old finish from the furniture
• Treating and cleaning the timber
• Repairing loose and damaged veneer using glue and clamps
• Preparing the chest for the next stage of restoration

FOLLOW THE THREE-PART SERIES:
Part 1 — Monday 26 October 2026
Part 2 — Wednesday 28 October 2026
Part 3 — Friday 30 October 2026

RELEASE TIMES FOR ALL THREE EPISODES:
UK: 6:00 PM GMT
USA Eastern: 2:00 PM EDT
USA Central: 1:00 PM CDT
USA Mountain: 12:00 PM MDT
USA Pacific: 11:00 AM PDT

Watch more traditional antique furniture restoration, veneer repairs, wood finishing and French polishing on the Antique Repair Shop YouTube channel.

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