Logo for my vintage Kenmore wringer washer...self made

[bradross]

Several club members will recall when I got my 1948 Kenmore wringer washer about a year ago. In spite of it being in very good condition, the logo on the front of the tub was almost completely worn off.

I had searched everywhere on the internet for vintage logos, with no success. Then I remembered I had the 1947 owner's manual (thanks to Jim in Ohio!) I scanned the image and cleaned it up with my photo program.

I then laminated it with crystal clear tape, carefully cut it out, and then used some more tape to adhere it to the porcelain tub. I'm quite pleased with the result!

 

[bradross]

Close-up of logo...

Here's a close-up shot of my home made decal...you can just see the edge of the crystal clear tape, trimmed around the logo.

 

[wringer]

Amazing !!!

You did a beautiful job Brad !!!!! Glad I had the manual for you. I have lots more of varied brands if anyone needs a copy. I like !!!!!

Jim

 

[rp2813]

Nice job!  Looks like a real-deal decal to me!

 

[2011hoovermatic]

@wringer, Can you scan and post a copy if you have of a manual for a Kenmore wringer washer model 110.6202300 serial # 08280052?
Also, if you post that manual do I have your permission to save your posts?
Thanks for everything.

 

[hippiedoll]

LOOKS GREAT BRAD!!!

i'm not very familiar with the wringer washers or vintage kenmore logos, but to me, it looks as original as could be!!!

you did an "OUTTA SIGHT" job on that logo there!!!

me likes too!!!
)

 

[bradross]

Thanks for all the comments!

Thanks to everyone who - firstly read the posting - and second, commented! I must say I am very happy to now have an "authentic-looking" decal on the front. It just didn't look right without it!

P.S. I have the .jpg file saved, should anybody else need it. I could e-mail it to you.

 

[xraytech]

great job on the decal Brad.

 

[bajaespuma]

Aferim!

Beautiful job!! What program did you use to generate it and what kind of printer label stock did you use?

 

[wringer]

Reply #4

I will certainly look tomorrow to see if I have the manual you need and make a copy of it for you if I do. I won't be able to put it up here because to be quite frank I have no idea how to do it and don't have a scanner. Not quite into the 20th century yet let alone the 21st here LOL. I will talk with you further when I check the library.

Jim

 

[gansky1]

That's awesome!  You did a spectacular job on the printing and the application should last longer than the original.

 

[abcomatic]

Wow, I am impressed. I don't think I would have the patience for that. Look really good Brad.

 

[bradross]

Procedure for the making...

@bajaespuma To answer Ken's question, I did it on the cheap! Here are the steps:

1. Scanned the logo image from the operator's manual.

2. Using my photo program, I "cleaned up" the image by filling in "scratches" and "spots", and also increased contast and density of the dark areas. Then lightened up the background.

3. Printed on ordinary copy paper.

4. Cut the image to the exact edges.

5. Laminated the logo with "crystal clear" tape - similar to packing tape, but heavier, smooth, and absolutely clear.

6. Again, cut the image to the exact edges. At this point, it looks like a plastic decal.

7. Finally, placed another length of tape over the decal, and trimmed to within approximately 1/4" of decal's edge, thus creating the adhesive surface.

. . . .

Note: I've changed the first decal I made, as the attached photo shows. I decided it would look better in a dark blue, with light blue background. What do ya'll think?

 

[turquoisedude]

Wow, Brad, you did a great job with the Kenmore logo! Thanks for sharing the tips and techniques, too! I have a Viking 'Dual-Wash' logo on a 68-ish dishwasher that I hope to be able to recover using this technique.

 

[swestoyz]

Looks great!  Thanks for sharing. 

 

Ben

 

[golittlesport]

Excellent job, Brad!

You certainly have a good eye and steady hand, not to mention a creative mind. Looks great on your washer!

 

[christfr]

looks perfect..... awesome

 

[e2l-arry]

VERY COOL BRAD!

Always amazed by the creativity of the folks on this site. Finding ways to replicate things that haven't been made in years! A real work of art!

 

[gredmondson]

That is sooo cool!