Activity on the Forum has been as busy as I can ever recall. 52PostnBeam continues to do an amazing job unearthing vintage metal kitchen cabinets for sale all over the U.S. And Scathing Jane is all over vintage bathroom fixtures. They, and actual sellers, also post collectible appliances that show up on craigslist (mostly.) Today… a little selection of what’s popped up on the Forum recently. Above: 52PnB posted this amazingly beauteous set of vintage Morton metal kitchen cabinets currently available in that mecca of all mid-mod, St. Louis. Many thanks, 52PnB, and Scathing Jane, for all the work you do. I really appreciate it.
52PnB has just found this mystery metal kitchen for sale on craigslist in Michigan. Can anyone identify it… this is a an all-new brand as far as we can tell and we’d like to demarcate it correctly on our list of vintage steel kitchen cabinet brands, which now numbers more than 70.
One-upping mere dumpster divers, Dr. Swanky spotted a house in the process of demolition and was able to scoop up this lovely mint green American Standard sink and more. Moreover, she posted the demo site on craigslist and reports that another mid-century home enthusiast swooped in the next day to collect more of what he could not take. Now that’s teamwork!
52PostnBeam discovered an all-new brand of metal kitchen cabinets: Berger. Champagne, please. Like anthropologists in the wild: Yet another new species has been discovered.
Oh – and another! Walters Mfg. Co., out of Darmont, Pennsylvania. “Steel fashioned 
” Way to go, 52PnB!
And, good things come in threes. Denise spotted this new brand — Peerless-Mayer kitchen cabinets — for sale at Urban Miners in Connecticut. I like that harvest gold colored oven, too.
Also in St. Louis, these rarely seen (by me, at least) Youngstown kitchen cabinets that have a metal box and reportedly, a laminate door made to look like wood. Laminate? I’ve never seen a Youngstown catalog that referred to this. Are they sure these are not the Youngstown Monterey line of kitchen cabinets? There was something that manufacturers did to wood back on those days that got it really glossy and hard – almost like laminate. But it wasn’t laminate, I don’t think. I am going to have to do a whole post about this…
These avocado colored Lyon kitchen cabinets came and went in Louisville. Both 52 PnB and I agreed: They were AWESOME. Oh, and only $200. The deals, they are OUT THERE, PEOPLE! The Forum is fun. You must register and maintain a password. Once you familiarize yourself with the layout, it’s pretty easy. And, if you just want to watch for “What’s New” you can do so via the prompts just under your Welcome at the top left. Get to the Forum anytime via my link on the Retro Renovation header, far right.
If I am not mistaken that “Superman Logo” as it is called denotes that the “Mystery Kitchen” is a Hotpoint Customline modular kitchen. GE had it’s own version of this kitchen as well. I am going to do a little more research to confirm my suspicions but I prertty sure that I am right.
Thanks, Patrick, I can see that the logo could well be “Customline”. You are awesome!
Since we’re on the subject ….There’s still a set of Crosley cabinets at ‘Restore’ in Springfield, MA — $800
here’s the link http://www.restoreonline.org/hot.php# scroll down to the cabinets section.
Speaking of the forum and recent finds, Menards just put this funky sunburst light on clearance in the Chicago area for $7.98. Listed online for $10.99. Not vintage of course, but a fun find:
http://shop.menards.com/shop/lighting-fans/wall-lights/multi-light/wall-light-wsunburst-channel-glass/p-62526.htm?cid=1410
Wow, Jen, I think many readers would love that light – and what an amazing price. This style – very appropriate for bathrooms and even above a kitchen sink… Thanks for posting the link, I will feature it on the main page, too.
Thanks!! I feel so famous!
Jen
I recently purchased some seafoam green, Republic Steel kitchen cabinets at a local estate sale…..and would like to get them functionally restored. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks!!
Milton, this is not a DIY site. But, there are a number of posts from readers who have shared their experiences in the category Kitchens/Steel Cabinets. Check them out — and moreover, consult with professionals.
wasn’t looking for DIY info….don’t have the time….was hoping for professional references…haven’t been able to locate anything on my own
i think you have to hunt around locally for an auto body painter or industrial painting shop who will do this for you, taking proper care. See post about Susan’s kitchen renovation — she had some good info. Plus, see my various stories about Steel Kitchen Cabinets (in Kitchens category) for various discussions. I do not give explicit instructions on how to do this, I recommend you consult with professionals – but occasionally readers share their experiences.
Milton, if you have a leftover 30″ wide x 18″ high upper wall cabinet you can spare and would like to sell, please get in touch with me through the forum – 52postnbeam.
Thanks!!
Helen
Any interest in a PINK Crane Chef all in one kitchenette out there? In good shape considering its age. It is being stored in Minnesota right now. Can post pics if interested.
Hi M Milom — you can post these on to our Buy/Sell Forum: http://retrorenovation.com/forum/ Good luck!
Just stumbled onto this site as I am looking for more information and possibly a value for my kitchen sink. It very closely resembles the sink in the green set above. We recieved it from a friend that was just going to pitch it. It is the double basin, 4 hole, double drainboard with a brand of Tracy. Measurements are roughly 72″ x 24″. I love this sink, though there are some dull or what looks like chemically stained areas that I have yet to figure out how to fix. I have no plans on selling it, but would like to know it’s value. If anyone has any idea’s on where I could locate info, I would greatly appreciate it. I have no doubt that it was originally part of a cabinet set, but those were long gone before we were offered this sink. What a treasure!!!
Crystal, we don’t do valuations. You can try posting this question our buy/sell Forum, though: http://retrorenovation.com/forums
I have a salvage business in operation for thirty-five years. I would like to advertise a beautiful set of Lyon kitchen cabinets on your site. Is this a permitted activity here? Thank you. Mark
head to our forum, mark: http://retrorenovation.com/forums — vintage steel kitchen cabinet central! good luck!
I’m in the process of remodeling my kitchen. I have a beautiful Youngstown kitchen, metal cabinets, original knobs and logo. Where may I find an interested buyer?
Janice, I have an FAQ on this in the Kitchens/Steel kitchens category… Good luck.
Thnx
I have metal kitchen cabinets I would like to sell, but don’t know what to charge. They include a large sink unit with sink and drainboards and 5 drawers and 2 bottom cupboards, 3 regular size top cupboards, 1 small top upboard, and two base units with formica counter tops that includes 5 drawers, They are in good shape. Originally were white, but I painted them pale yellow. I believe the brand in Elgin.
kathy, head to our forum, where you can list them and where there also is a whole section pricing. note, i also have a story on the blog about pricing – see Kitchens/Steel Kitchens category to get to story. Forum: http://retrorenovation.com/forums/
I found these amazing condition Morton cabinets on Craig’s list in New Jersey Shore Antiques!!!! http://jerseyshore.craigslist.org/atq/2990772095.html
That “pile” of white cabinets on the main page, I have one of the wall mounted sectioned but one of the glass door is broken, do you know where I can get a replacement? Thanks
Unfortunately – as with all vintage metal cabinets, the parts are long discontinued, so your options are either to find another used cabinet with unbroken glass, or have something entirely new fabricated as a substitute.
Hello I have a full set of walters steel Fashioned cabinets. In my Basement Left here when i purchased my home. They replaced them with wood cabinets. I am finishing my basement and was gonna repaint them white. and keep them down there. But now I am thinking about stripping them down to the metal and putting them in my kitchen ? Is this a good idea are they gonna be shiney when i finish ? And Is it worth the effort ? And whats the best nd easiest way to do this ? I would love some ideas ? Thank you.
john, you have so many questions: Please see my Kitchens/Steel Kitchens category — the answers are there. The only one not answered is Are Walters Rare? I don’t know that one, but I don’t think it affects the value.
Oh and my cabinets are in perfect condition I took the hardware into work and polished them. They turned out looking brand new . Just trying to decide wether to repaint them white ? Or I hope i can strip them down and polish them to a shiney WOW ! look. Painted white will stay in the basement. If i can get A shiney stainless steel “wow ” look i will put them in my Kitchen. Please give me some ideas ?
Thank you ,john
My cabinets had been painted so many times with a roller I took them to be dip stripped. They are steel, not stainless steel, so they are not shiny.
have st charles steel kitchen. looking for doors, panels shelf rails. live in nj. can u help