Vintage Kleen-eze Wax Polish Tin | Mid-20th Century | Hanham, Bristol
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Step back in time with this original Kleen-eze Wax Polish tin — a nostalgic relic from mid-20th century British domestic life. Made in Hanham, Bristol, this cylindrical tin would once have been a staple in households across the UK, part of a vibrant door-to-door sales culture that brought cleaning products, brushes, and polish straight to your doorstep.
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With its vibrant yellow lid, bold blue and red lettering, and catchy slogan — “The Name With a Meaning” — this tin proudly advertises itself as a pine-scented antiseptic wax polish for floors and furniture, also suitable for linoleum and leather. The striking silhouette of the Kleen-eze salesman and the message “Obtainable Only From the Kleen-eze Man – Calls to Your Home” evoke a time when personalised service was central to home care.
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Marked “British Made” and manufactured by Kleen-eze Ltd, this piece captures the essence of a post-war era when convenience, hygiene, and hard-wearing products were in high demand. The tin has aged authentically, with surface rust and wear to the body, but retains strong visual character and legibility on the lid — ideal for display in a vintage kitchen, utility room, or advertising collection.
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Condition:
Fair vintage condition with rusting and age-related wear, particularly on the tin's sides and base. The top remains bright and readable, with vintage patina appropriate to its age.
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Dimensions: Approx. 10 cm diameter x 8.5 cm tall
Origin: Hanham, Bristol, UK
Era: Circa 1940s–1960s
Materials: Tinplate
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A wonderful addition for collectors of vintage tins, domestic ephemera, or retro British design.
