FUNKY Retro Kettle, Large 1.7L Capacity, 3kw Fast Boil with Easy Pour, Rose Gold Pink (FK-01-ROSEGOLDPINK)

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For every millilitre of water you add to your kettle, an extra gram is added to its overall weight, meaning they can get quite heavy. New: A brand-new, unused, unopened and undamaged item in original retail packaging (where packaging . During testing, we also found that it reaching boiling point in a very efficient time, and that pouring from it when it's fuller is nice and easy.

Unfortunately, the water gauge only goes down to 500ml, despite the minimum quantity being half that, and the outer casing can get quite hot, so you’ll need to pay attention when using it. It’s speedy, too, taking just 42 seconds to boil its minimum capacity of 250ml – perfect for one cup.Please note: Stoneware, glass and electrical items can only be delivered to UK addresses (including UK Offshore).

Overall, this is an expensive addition to the kitchen, but upgrading an everyday appliance that you interact with multiple times each day to something that oozes quality craftsmanship is a great way to add a little quiet luxury to your day. Combined with an aluminium base for added heat conductivity, this kettle offers excellent performance on any hob. And of course, if you want to upgrade to on-demand boiling water from your sink, take a look at the best boiling water taps. The De'Longhi Ballerina Kettle pairs with our guide to toasters perfectly, because its two and four-slice counterparts also sit amongst our top picks of the top-rated toasters.

Note that its minimum capacity of 600ml means it can’t be used for boiling a single cup, making it better suited to medium to large households. This kettle has an anti-limescale filter, fills easily through the spout and pours cleanly with no dreaded dripping. This also means it can help you be more energy efficient when only boiling a small amount; saving up to 70% energy. If you're prone to making a late-night cup of tea and want to invest in this kettle, just bear that in mind. When your water begins to boil, the kettle’s spout begins to whistle a charmingly traditional way to let you know the hot water you need is ready.