In this video, I restore an old rusty potbelly stove made in Poland in the 19th century. More about the restoration process: When I first saw it, I was shocked by its condition—full of rust, cracks, and even missing parts. One leg was completely gone, so I had to remake it, which took skill and patience.
The restoration process was challenging, especially while disassembling the stove. I encountered microfractures in the old cast iron, a common issue when cast iron is repeatedly heated and cooled over time. I explain why this happens and show how I carefully welded and reinforced the brittle areas to make them even stronger.

Key Features of the Stove:

Material: Cast iron, durable and excellent at radiating heat.
Design: A classic cylindrical "potbelly" shape.
Details: Two doors (for wood loading and ash removal) and ornate legs.
Functionality: Compact, efficient, and highly collectible.
At the end of the video, you’ll see the fully restored stove in action during a test burn! If you love restoration projects and seeing antiques brought back to life, you won’t want to miss this one.

Let me know your thoughts in the comments—I’m happy to answer any questions!
Cheers! Johnny

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