Ep 6. Painted Glass Window, Art Deco Lamp, Sea Chest
- August 20, 2018
- 43 min
In The Repair Shop season 3 episode 6, viewers will witness the magic of restoration once again as the team of experts work their magic on three unique and fascinating items – a painted glass window, an Art Deco lamp, and a sea chest.
The painted glass window is a beautiful piece of artwork that was commissioned by a man for his wife on their wedding day. However, over the years it had sustained damage and the colors had faded. Will Kirk takes on the task of restoring the window to its former glory by carefully removing the damaged pieces and using his expertise to replace them with new ones. Through the restoration process, viewers will learn about the history of painted glass windows and the intricate techniques required to restore them.
The Art Deco lamp is a striking piece that had been in the owner's family for generations. However, it had been left in disrepair and was no longer functioning. The lamp has a unique feature that enables it to be turned on and off via a switch that is activated when the shade is flipped up. Brenton West, one of the show's skilled electricians, takes on the task of bringing the lamp back to life while preserving its original design features. Through this segment, viewers will learn about the history of Art Deco lamps and the technical skills required to restore them to their former glory.
The sea chest belonged to a man's father, who had served in the Royal Navy during World War II. The chest was passed down to the owner and had been used to store family mementos, but over time it had become damaged, and the lock was broken. Jay Blades takes on the task of restoring the chest, paying careful attention to preserving its historical significance and sentimental value. He'll take viewers through the process of repairing the wood and replacing the damaged parts of the chest, and also teach them about the symbolism and history of sea chests in naval traditions.
Throughout the episode, viewers will see the team of restorers at work, using their expertise to bring these unique and sentimental items back to life. They'll learn about the history and significance of each piece, as well as the technical skills required to restore them. The Repair Shop season 3 episode 6 is a beautiful testament to the value of craftsmanship and the importance of preserving historical mementos for generations to come.