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Thread Number: 51336
Logo for my vintage Kenmore wringer washer...self made |
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| Post# 737172 2/23/2014 at 13:30 (3,714 days old) by bradross (New Westminster, BC., Canada) | ||
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! 
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| Post# 737173 , Reply# 1 2/23/2014 at 13:31 (3,714 days old) by bradross (New Westminster, BC., Canada) | ||
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Close-up of logo... | ||
| Post# 737175 , Reply# 2 2/23/2014 at 13:48 (3,714 days old) by wringer (x) | ||
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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 | ||
Post# 737177 , Reply# 3 2/23/2014 at 13:53 (3,714 days old) by rp2813  (Sannazay) |
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| Post# 737184 , Reply# 4 2/23/2014 at 14:10 (3,713 days old) by 2011hoovermatic (owosso michigan) | ||
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@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. | ||
| Post# 737194 , Reply# 5 2/23/2014 at 15:46 (3,713 days old) by hippiedoll ( arizona ) | ||
LOOKS GREAT BRAD!!! | ||
| Post# 737251 , Reply# 6 2/23/2014 at 21:26 (3,713 days old) by bradross (New Westminster, BC., Canada) | ||
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Thanks for all the comments! | ||
| Post# 737308 , Reply# 7 2/24/2014 at 05:50 (3,713 days old) by xraytech (Rural southwest Pennsylvania ) | ||
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Post# 737311 , Reply# 8 2/24/2014 at 06:35 (3,713 days old) by bajaespuma (Connecticut) |
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Aferim! | ||
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Post# 737320 , Reply# 10 2/24/2014 at 07:34 (3,713 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!) |
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Post# 737336 , Reply# 11 2/24/2014 at 09:21 (3,713 days old) by abcomatic (Bradford, Illinois) |
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Wow, I am impressed. I don't think I would have the patience for that. Look really good Brad. | ||
| Post# 737373 , Reply# 12 2/24/2014 at 11:26 (3,713 days old) by bradross (New Westminster, BC., Canada) | ||
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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? 
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Post# 737380 , Reply# 13 2/24/2014 at 11:44 (3,713 days old) by turquoisedude (.) |
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Post# 737382 , Reply# 14 2/24/2014 at 11:54 (3,713 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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| Post# 737403 , Reply# 15 2/24/2014 at 14:30 (3,712 days old) by golittlesport (California) | ||
Excellent job, Brad! | ||
| Post# 737424 , Reply# 16 2/24/2014 at 16:19 (3,712 days old) by christfr (st louis mo) | ||
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| Post# 737522 , Reply# 17 2/24/2014 at 22:55 (3,712 days old) by e2l-arry (LAKEWOOD COLORADO) | ||
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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! | ||
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Post# 737603 , Reply# 18 2/25/2014 at 16:13 (3,711 days old) by gredmondson (San Francisco, California 94117 USA) |
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| Post# 737643 , Reply# 19 2/25/2014 at 20:45 (3,711 days old) by dnastrau (Lords Valley, PA) | ||
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Very impressive! | ||
| Post# 737841 , Reply# 20 2/26/2014 at 14:54 (3,710 days old) by wringer (x) | ||
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To Hoovermatic Well, I struck out on finding an instruction book for your washer. Maybe one will appear on ebay for you, I hope. Jim | ||
| Post# 737961 , Reply# 21 2/27/2014 at 02:46 (3,710 days old) by electron1100 (England) | ||
Getting It Done | ||
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