Ep 10. Bed, Bug & Beyond

In the American Restoration season 6 episode titled "Bed, Bug & Beyond," Rick and his crew receive a very unique restoration request. The client, Sarah, brings in an old iron bed frame that her great-grandmother had passed down to her. The bed was in pretty rough shape and had been in storage for quite some time. Sarah wanted to restore the bed frame and put it to good use in her own bedroom.

Upon receiving the bed frame, the team immediately begins the restoration process. The bed has a lot of rust and damage, so they must first sandblast it to remove all of the rust and paint. They then move on to repairing and re-welding the broken pieces of the frame.

One of the challenges they face during the restoration process is finding the right color and finish for the bed frame. Sarah wants the bed to have a vintage look, so Rick and his team must experiment with different shades and finishes to achieve the desired effect.

In addition to restoring the bed frame itself, Rick and his team also take on the challenge of restoring an antique blanket chest to accompany the bed. The chest had also been passed down through Sarah’s family, and she wanted to incorporate it into the new design of her bedroom.

Another unique aspect of this restoration is the fact that Sarah wants the bed to be modified to fit a new modern-sized mattress. Rick and his team must make sure the modifications are carefully crafted and don’t detract from the bed’s original design.

Throughout the episode, viewers get to see behind-the-scenes footage of the restoration process, including the challenges and surprises that the team encounters. Viewers also get to learn more about the history of the bed frame and the family who passed it down to Sarah. The restoration of this family heirloom brings a lot of sentimental value to Sarah and her family.

Overall, the restoration of the bed frame and blanket chest is a labor of love for all involved. The end result is a beautifully restored vintage bed frame that will continue to be cherished by Sarah and her family for years to come.