Basement Fridge
Based on the styling and the prominent "Frost-Free" branding, this Westinghouse refrigerator likely dates back to the late 1950s or very early 1960s. Here are a few specific clues from the photo: * The Branding: Westinghouse introduced the industry’s first "Frost-Free" refrigerators in the 1950s. The script used for the "Frost-Free" logo on the lower door was a major selling point in their marketing during that era. * The Handles: Those distinctive turquoise/blue rectangular latch-style handles were a signature design element for Westinghouse in the late '50s. Earlier models usually had vertical pull-handles, while mid-60s models moved toward more integrated, recessed handles. * The Logo: The "W" logo and the block lettering for "Westinghouse" on the top door match the mid-century modern aesthetic common between 1958 and 1962. It’s an impressive piece of mid-century engineering—these units were built to be tanks, which is why so many are still humming away in basements and garages today! (Also, Eliza's artwork on the door adds a great personal touch).