RESTORING 1950's Vintage Fridge!

On this episode of Bennett's Customs, we received an old 1950's Crosley Shelvador fridge and we brought it back to life. Including a custom made art deco handle, custom paint using lace, pearl and fade techniques, a bead rolled door insert and much more. Enjoy and Merry Christmas!!
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[@jimmymccracken9702]

I'm 80 yrs young and lived in the lace paint era and could take it or leave it, but in this case I love it, that's a pun, I've got a 1922 ice box, old term, and it works has an old bee hive condencer on top and this has inspired me to paint mine, great job, love your talent, Jim las vegas nv

[@bennettscustomsco]

Keep us posted on how it turns out Jim! Thanks for the support! All the best

[@fonhollohan2908]

That's quite impressive for a fridge that most folks would've thrown into the garbage bin. Looks incredible.

[@badeadrian]

It's not old... it's classic...👍

[@georgefortlauderdale]

😂😂😂

[@badeadrian]

@@georgefortlauderdale it's true 😲 I'm not old... I'm classic 😁😎

[@georgefortlauderdale]

@@badeadrian I love it. I’m classic too. In five years I’ll be “vintage”. 😎👍

[@aetherograph]

the paint job is breathtaking! And the custom handle and door liner! Gorgeous.

[@j.b.phillips8868]

Amazing work. The fridge looks beautiful. Love the color and everything you’ve done. Those old fridges are workhorses. They don’t make ‘em like they used to.

[@alexisshoemaker66]

That is the most beautiful transformation of a tired kitchen appliance I have ever seen. It’s like a facial makeup on a Plain Jane! A head turner!

[@rorykelly8275]

Now that’s the kind of custom job I like to do. I thought the lace spray through method was a dead art. Well done young man.

[@MotoDeSoto]

Beautiful. Nice job on the handle. It’s amazing that a 75 year old fridge is still running strong but if you buy a new one you’re lucky to get 7 to 10 years. Something went wrong there. 😎

[@jfan4reva]

The reason why the fridge didn't come with a handle is because after they were disposed of, EVERYONE took the handles and latches off after numerous cases where small children crawled inside, closed the door, then couldn't open the door from the inside, and suffocated. You've beautifully restored a device that can repeat that tragedy. That's the reason all fridges today have magnetic latches with soft vinyl seals on the doors (soft vinyl doesn't need to be clamped tightly to form an air-tight seal, so the magnetic latches are sufficiently strong, and can be opened easily from the inside.) I was curious to see if you'd replace the mechanical latch with a magnetic one, but unfortunately you didn't. WHEN you dispose of this fridge, before it leaves the premises, please UNSCREW THE LATCH, remove it from the fridge, and either destroy it, or else throw it in the trash at a separate location, so that it can never be found and re-installed. You guys are all too young to have heard about this, so it's not your fault you weren't aware of it. The engineers that designed the fridge didn't think about it either. Sorry to spoil your day. Enjoy your fridge and your Coronas and retire the fridge responsibly.

[@parkerlamarbrook]

@@jfan4revayou think they’re just gonna throw away the fridge because a child can suffocate themselves inside? You know what else can cause a child to suffocate? Literally anything small enough to fit in their mouth or large enough to go over their head. Old cars don’t have airbags, some don’t have seatbelts, and none of them survive well in crashes - you don’t see people “disposing” of classic cars do you?

[@revalution1965]

⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠@@jfan4revadear lord it’ll be okay most kids don’t go around random peoples garages and hiding in their fridges and I can GUARANTEE you they won’t be digging around the junkyards to sleep in one either after they throw it out 😂

[@phil6506]

@@revalution1965 This was not an uncommon occurrence and was a horrific way to die.

[@djsandvig1]

Im an old man and about a hundred years ago I was a service tech for Sears. I have great admiration for those who bring some love to these old boxes. They are a tangible link to a past when household items were built to last. There were some really far out designs from the 30s thru the 50s. If the sweated system is intact , they’ll likely last forever.

[@laurieklingele8343]

Absolutely gorgeous! ❤❤

[@chitoalfonso8800]

Beautiful! What an awesome art work! ❤❤❤❤

[@Galaxiiee02]

Thats beautiful work for just a “shop fridge” 🤯🤯

[@cammie6908]

The quality of the work is undeniable, just kinda wish they’d stayed with the orange color

[@KimNevelzer]

I love it !! I wish I had it in my kitchen. The lace pattern is extraordinary and beautiful. Well done !! Cheers from the Finger Lakes of New York, USA. 🍷 🍷

[@luissandoval4977]

Wow! Beautiful. Hello From Puerto Rico!

[@SeanMcGown]

Jesus, guys! Don't hold anything back, alright? Sweetest fridge ever!

[@nicklepage3842]

I was never a fan of this color till you put it on a refrigerator. Great job man!

[@bennettscustomsco]

Thanks Nick! We were in the same boat until that base coat went down

[@awilliams5007]

@@bennettscustomsco why the evil on the wall?

[@jamesstansfield265]

awesome craftmanship

[@ThomasBarone]

The lace was absolutely brilliant!

[@lunabanerjee7490]

Unbelievable restoration work. Praise worthy job to bring back life and giving a modern look.

[@billymetheny2736]

Freakin sweet. Id love to turn one of those old fridges into a kegerator

[@danniemathew6538]

wow beautiful work man

[@camilleszalma4556]

Your fridge went from a cutesy conversation piece to a stunner! Looooove the color. 🎉

[@owais146]

SPLENDID MAESTRO

[@hellen70666666]

....:) Wow-Wee...!!!....What an Amazing and Super Job You Guys did...!!!...You just Kept Yet another Refrig out of the Land Fills...!!!....Bravo...!!!.....:)....🤩🤩🤩

[@DONphantasmo]

This is more of a work of art, than a fridge. Great build!!

[@joocy69]

Stumbled onto this channel and delighted I have. Ohhhh I love this fridge and filled with my favourite beer❤double winner in my humble opinion👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@taylorbertram798]

I love content like this, random shop projects. Keep it up! Turned out awesome

[@bennettscustomsco]

Thanks Taylor! Many more to come!

[@jimcummer681]

Looks amazing!! Would much rather have a retro refrigerator that looks like that than what they put out today!

[@starfish3704]

Wow, now that’s a Beauty!!! ❤

[@franceshurt3517]

WOW!! That is a work of art, you have a great talent and an artistic eye, cheers!!

[@furbabies3momma]

Such great attention to detail... In the restoration of this quality appliance, you really showcased your talent... Truly a labor of love... Wow! 😃

[@monicalundy4400]

I remember that I had one very similar to this. My fancy new fridge lasted 3 years and these are good all these years. My clothes dryer is 1964…best dryer I’ve ever had. I love the color, the handles and the sheen. I’m not sure about the lace pattern. Doesn’t seem to represent the era. But still very striking.

[@garagedad103]

Awesome!!!!!

[@sergioaragonrod8556]

Those curves are so sleek now, it´s amazing to see it restored and servinggg

[@CanadairCL44]

Now that is not only creative, but it is just sensational work! Great skills mate, I hope you had a fantastic Christmas!

[@kchastain3]

Most beautiful refrigerator I’ve ever seen.

[@gregjobson4844]

that finish is excellent Jordan, it makes me think my old 1950's Silent Knight needs something more than the patina it currently wears.

[@bennettscustomsco]

Let the ideas flow Greg!

[@jackieraulerson2005]

Just wonderful

[@rickfazzini22]

Love the randomness!! Your interest are so inline with mine, making this channel a goldmine👍🏻

[@michaelanthonyvargas227]

That's the most beautiful vintage fridge I ever seen... love and support from the Philippines ❤🤗👍🙏

[@runitmj]

So cool that handle suits it perfectly and the paint is on point 👌🏼

[@JayRev_Music]

Simply breathtaking.

[@killy1958able]

Love it 😊

[@fredgillick3071]

Cool new-old fridge. Very cool. Merry Christmas to you, your family, friends and all your subscribers. Hopefully a Healthy New Year to all.

[@bennettscustomsco]

Cheers Scott! And merry Christmas to you and your family as well

[@davesusek3330]

You did an amazing job.

[@kerrywebb8519]

That looks mint! (sorry). Love it. Well done! The music is great too. What was is?

[@rickybaumgartner5635]

great job

[@user-ig4jd3xn5c]

Frickin’ AMAZING! Love it!!! 🥰

[@theperl9663]

The lace was really a nice touch, Karl would approve.

[@madmaz8890]

That's insanely stunning

[@Chechenzko]

Yeah! definitely it was fun to watch! Awesome job!!!

[@dawnelder9046]

Absolutely love it.

[@nathanshort7617]

Absolutely beautiful

[@TheTubeTube2]

What a gorgeous fridge… I want it!

[@carolp4300]

Wow absolutely stunning

[@rosemarymagrino772]

That came out beautifully!😮

[@novampires223]

Love the music! Love the redo of the fridge!

[@Vinnie0801]

I'd pay for an A&W themed fridge and stove honestly! Not that theme, but saw the old sign up there, and the original color... Would be killer!

[@petersilecchio4417]

It came out amazing.

[@jackmeyers9291]

In the early fifties Crosley made refrigerators, TV's and automobiles

[@MrSkeltal268]

You forgot their main claim to fame - radios!!

[@ensoparra]

Gorgeous paint work!

[@clarepaynick789]

What a beautiful design on the reefer! Reminds me of a great old chiller✌️

[@susanpratt3290]

That is a great job, I am so impressed.

[@user-tt5jy4qq7s]

I love it

[@gauthamkrishnan5922]

Just brilliant work 👌👏👏👏 subscribed

[@CRIS.V1891]

What a beauty, awesome job guys ! 😲👍

[@TheePinkExplosion]

obsessed! beautifully done

[@deniselabreche1963]

Beautiful work

[@Maciste982]

Great work bro, beautiful!!!

[@Shan-2024]

Wow I am speechless So unique

[@LourdesMaria-kb1tu]

Wow that is beautiful.

[@jjheb571]

That came out beautiful!

[@TommyJensen-pl8qz]

Cool fridge and music

[@christopherwood12]

The thing with the older stuff is it was made of durable material which could be fixed. Now days it’s all plastic and once something brakes it hard to get parts. Also these fridges are basic (in a good way) simple to fix if anything goes wrong compared to something modern

[@rustyshacklefordspocketsqu8162]

daaaaaammmmmnnnnnn!!!

[@garyostrander2507]

WOW - Love what U have done 2 this Old Fridge. Color is Great & the lace that was sprayed is Sooooo Cool 👍👍

[@gregmason2208]

Looks fabulous..

[@FloridaClay]

Georgeous indeed!!

[@dhurt8955]

Looks amazing!

[@reuben9213]

Fantastic job guys ! I like the color and pattern scheme . You guts outdid yourself . Matter of fact I'm having a beer as I type ! 👍

[@vernonheine5476]

What a beaut bud

[@marthamcclure8176]

Beautiful!!!

[@fourbanga1]

Cool lacework! A bit of pinstriping around the edge of the lace would’ve looked ace ,but the fade/fogging is cool too. Good job on the handle .Killer job!👍

[@bennettscustomsco]

Totally agree! Hope the new brushes show up soon

[@dS-ub4op]

GREAT WORK !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! love the ending!!!!!

[@jenniferdnoseworthy2348]

😮❤❤❤ beautiful work! So gorgeous, I’m jealous 😊

[@toasty8262]

Amazing job.

[@elonacampbell8934]

I am soooooo in love with this fridge!!!

[@pablobarros610]

Fantastic job looks stunning you work to a high standard and that a video enjoyably as always look forward to your next one!

[@kathyw7143]

WOW THAT is art. Beautiful. I can see you guys making a bundle off of those if you choose.❤❤

[@citystars1117]

This dude is the biggest chad I’ve ever seen.

[@danielb7660]

Awesome job!

[@adriennehewitt865]

Fantastic!

[@SchysCraftCo.]

beautiful

[@elizabethhardersen9679]

That's gorgeous 🤩

[@valeriewilleto5583]

Love the color choice!😊

[@mobinderakhshani8496]

Fantastic nostalgia 🤤😍

[@hypnicjerkcustoms]

What a killer colour combo, can’t wait for a Bevvy

[@bennettscustomsco]

Left overs in the pot! emmet had no choice Hahaha

[@justthatonepersonsopinion]

Really good job its beautiful ❤️

[@MaureenTheTemp]

So, so pretty!!!