Vintage 1970s Salton WB-5 Hotray Yellow Floral Cover Electric Bread Warmer USA

This vintage Salton Hotray bread warmer, model WB-5, is a Mid-Century tabletop appliance that blends functional serving design with expressive decorative styling. The elongated oval form features a woven-look faux wood exterior with solid wood side handles and short tapered feet, while the padded lid is upholstered in a bold floral fabric that adds visual impact to the table.

The vivid floral fabric in yellow, orange, and white aligns with textile designs widely used in American home décor, supporting a Mid-Century, circa 1970s date when decorative fabrics were commonly incorporated into functional tabletop appliances. Inside, the brushed metal warming tray is embossed and marked “Salton Hotray – Automatic Bun Warmer,” manufactured by Salton, New York, NY, and noted as patented and made in the USA. Designed to keep bread, rolls, and buns warm during meals, this model WB-5 reflects the era’s focus on entertaining accessories that balance utility with personality and remains highly collectible among vintage kitchenware and MC design enthusiasts.

Product Details
Brand: Salton
Manufacturer: Salton
Origin: United States
Estimated Era and Date: Mid-Century, circa 1970s
Material: Metal, Wood, Textile, Plastic
Color: Yellow, Orange, White, Brown
Occasion: Entertaining, Family Meals, Holiday Gatherings
Style / Pattern / Theme / Design Notes: MC kitchenware with bold floral upholstery, woven-look exterior, sculptural tabletop form

Features
Electric bread and bun warmer, model WB-5
Upholstered floral lid with bold MC-era color palette
Woven-look faux wood exterior with solid wood side handles
Brushed metal warming tray with embossed Salton Hotray markings
Designed for tabletop serving and warming during meals

Dimensions
Length: 15 in
Width: 8 in
Height: 6 in

Condition
Excellent vintage condition for its age. The floral fabric remains bright and well-preserved, with clean surfaces throughout. The wood-look exterior and metal warming tray show light, age-appropriate wear. Minor breakage is present once or twice along the side threading, consistent with gentle vintage use and not detracting from overall function or display.