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Collecting Melmac Dinnerware

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I love Melmac. Actually the substance that Melmac is made out of is called Melamine but most people are know the Melmac name. Popular in the 1940's and 1960's this durable dinnerware came in many colors and patterns. Pastel Aqua, Pink and Yellow were three of the most popular colors. It was often used in cafeterias because of its durability. Today many people including myself still use and collect Melmac. Here is a guide on how to start your collection.

Contents at a Glance

What is Melamine?
Collectible Plastic Kitchenware and Dinn...
Brand Names for Melmac
Melmac Dinnerware
The Branchell Company
Melmac Poll

Melamine resin - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: Melamine resin or melamine formaldehyde (also, incorrectly, melamine) is a hard, thermosetting plastic material made from melamine and formaldehyde by polymerization. This plastic is often used in kitchen utensils or plates (e.g., Melmac) and is the main constituent in high pressure laminates such as Formica and Arborite and of laminate flooring.

Collectible Plastic Kitchenware and Dinner-Ware

Collectible Plastic Kitchenware and Dinnerware, 1935-1965 (Schiffer Book for Collectors With Value Guide)

by: Michael J. Goldberg

Amazon Price: $17.54 (as of 02/13/2012)
List Price: $29.95

Brand Names for Melmac

Texas Ware
Boonton
Branchell
Raffia Ware

Melmac Dinnerware

by: Zimmer & Daigle

Amazon Price: $69.95 (as of 02/13/2012)

The Branchell Company

The Branchell Company: The Branchell Company was just one of over 350 manufacturers of melamine dinnerware during the golden years of Melmac.
The Branchell Company History: The Branchell Company was formally registered as a corporation in Missouri on May 26, 1952. Beginning at 1610 Hampton Avenue in St. Louis, the offices were then relocated to 6024 Lloyd Avenue, and later to 4417 Oleatha Avenue.
Care for your Melmac: This is a great article on how to care for your Melmac.

Melmac Poll

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Places to buy Melmac

ebay - ebay has a ton of listing for every kind of Melmac. You can get individual pieces or full sets. Often times at great price.
Thrift Stores - A great place to find inexpensive Melmac.
Estate Sales - This is a great place to get Melmac.
Garage Sales - I always find Melmac at sales.
Online Stores - Sometimes more pricey bet you can get full sets.

Boonton on ebay

Branchell on eBay

Melmac on eaby

Raffia Ware on ebay

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sdw59bluedog Oct 4, 2011 @ 8:12 am | delete

I have a large set of red Kaye LaMoyne Ebonyte. I almost put it in the dumpster, then I saw the hand painted signatures. Then I did a computer search. How can I learn about its value?
Susan

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kab Sep 21, 2011 @ 3:27 pm | delete

Wasn't Melmac Alf's home planet?

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IraMency Aug 11, 2011 @ 6:44 am | delete

Not sure if my comment was lost or just waiting, but wanted to say how much I love your lens and melmac and I have a free site dedicated to many makers of melamine with free melmac history! Please link it if you can it's at http://www.MelmacCentral.com or http://RetroChalet.blogspot.com you can get to it either way and do tell me what you think about it xoxoxo

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IraMency Aug 11, 2011 @ 5:35 am | delete

Hey I love your lens and have a whole site dedicated to the history of melmac dinnerware that's free! hope you will link it. http://www.MelmacCentral.com xoxox

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Kimbesa Jul 6, 2011 @ 8:31 pm | delete

I learned some new things about Melmac dinnerware....thanks!
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