Doing some research about appliances, we bumped into this story in Whirlpool’s press room: Seems like the company is considering introducing a new color, “Sunset Bronze.”
I’m kinda into this Sunset Bronze, because it’s like the drawer fronts in American Brand Pioneer kitchens married the metal dome of my vintage Imperialite pendant light and gave birth to a rosy love child. I’m not in the market for new appliances myself, but if I were working on a retro kitchen project, I might play around with a mood board that considered these. The are different. And they are warm.
The Whirlpool’s PR rep was very helpful in supplying images, but seemed to be towing the line on whether the company is even bringing these to market. I think the story is, Whirlpool showed off this color at some trade show to gauge interest, and now they need to decide. Officially, Whirlpool told us, “We received tremendous positive response to the introduction of Sunset Bronze and are looking forward to bringing it to market in the future. Although we do not have a hard launch date yet, please continue to check Whirlpool.com for updates.” Whether this color makes the cut or not, it is nice to see a major mainstream manufacturer considering mass market options other than stainless, black and white.
Candi Hurliman says
in a heartbeat baby!
missike says
That’s beautiful! I wouldn’t buy anything in a color I wouldn’t wear, and this is dicey with my skin, but it’s gorgeous!
Sticking to what looks good on me in clothes makes decorating easier, eliminates a lot and I’m happy with the results ( and look good in the house;-D) so it’s a good tool. But I do like the color, a lot.
Mary says
I love this! You could go retro with it, or just use it to “warm up” a new kitchen. Count me in!
Diana says
I need a new fridge, but nothing matches my original coppertone oven and cooktop. This would be perfect! Bring it!
Pat says
Yes, as it warms up the steel look. Stainless steel leaves me cold.
Personally I like color, but can’t afford it. This would be the next best thing.
Jill says
I really like it but I’m going along with the other commenters. It would be hard to match in the future. I think the stainless thing got its momentum from the “industrial look ” that gained popularity with the cooking tv shows. Plus it’s easy to replace one piece at a time. I remember my beautiful avocado kitchen that went downhill when the fridge had to be replaced with an Almond one!
cathie says
I agree with Marcia. It looks like stainless. I can’t see the difference.
Lisa in Seattle says
LOVE!
However, I would not buy because it is too difficult to match if one item needs replacing before the others give up the ghost. Maybe if I saw in person and gauged that they would match stainless items well enough? Right now I have stainless and every appliance comes from a different manufacturer. This allowed me to have my dream kitchen on a budget we could afford, and if the used dishwasher we put in place dies we can get another of any type and it will match well enough.
Anonyplgrim says
I like the color, but what I want is copper.
Robbie Kendall says
I agree completely about copper – if it is not copper that would go with a Chambers oven, I wouldn’t be interested.
Jess W says
Love the bronze tone! All of our fixtures and door knobs are brass toned so this would look great in our house. We are in the market for a new fridge and range and wish this was available now.