Despite the relevance of this device in everyday life, there is a constant discussion between consumers. Whether the electric kettle is not harmful in daily use, and also from what material it is of higher quality.

Consider the basic characteristics of electronic kettles for the home and see what material it should be chosen from.

The advantages and disadvantages of

electric kettles We all highlight the positive aspects in the process of using these devices, the more they are unconditional and create certain amenities in our daily activities. This technique has a number of advantages. Namely:

• Instant heating of the water, which saves our time to prepare your favorite drinks. Especially in the morning, when it is necessary to immediately serve a morning coffee to wake up.
• Standalone. Not attached to any other kitchen appliances or furniture. To turn it on you only need a socket. Therefore, without problems, it can be placed in any corner and moved from place to place.

In addition to the main purpose, various models can accommodate quite interesting functionality, among which are the functions:

• Heating water to a predetermined temperature. Agree not in all cases need boiling water. Many drinks are prepared at low temperatures, and in turn, acceptable for consumption at the same moment.
• Maintaining the desired water temperature, which allows you to have always warm / hot water in the kettle. This is especially true when there are young children in the house and often suddenly you need to have warm water at hand to prepare drinks, diluting milk mixtures, medicines, and the like.
• Sound notification of boiling. A very necessary thing. It often happens that the owner put the water and forgot about it. And she not only boiled, but already had time to cool down.
• Multicolored lights give a special mood, playfulness in the performance of domestic affairs.
• Delay timer. Now you can safely go to the shower and set the timer so that when you come out, the water in the kettle will be ready to make a drink.
• A nice feature that removes chlorine from the water. Intense boiling.
• Most kettles are equipped with a sensor that prevents the device from turning on when there is no water in it. This will help to keep the device, in cases where you forgot to draw water.
• The presence of filters that allow you to filter particularly hard water.
• The latest models have a built-in remote control function from a smartphone.
• One of the important advantages is that new models have a more economical use of electricity. What, in fact, was always the first drawback of using these devices in everyday life because of the high cost.

Despite its positive aspects, such a device has certain disadvantages. Among them:

• The possibility of highlighting an unpleasant toxic smell when heated. The most common cause is the cheap case material of the device itself, plastic. Such a deficiency can be observed both at the first times of use, and during the whole further operation.
• Wiring problems when using the device. In particular, its fire. It is connected with the unbearable old electrical wiring of powerful electric kettles.

What kind of housing material for electric kettles is better than

In order for your favorite teapot to serve for a long time and efficiently, you should be responsible for its choice, and before you buy a balanced estimate of all its pros and cons.

It has already become clear that the option of a kettle can be of various types. It remains only to decide what of all this is necessary for you. It is important to choose not by the number of functions in general, but by the presence of the functions necessary for you. Suppose a countdown timer or a remote control function is needed by no means everyone. But the more possibilities a technique has, the higher its price.

Therefore, it is better to concentrate on high-quality devices with the necessary functionality. In particular, the body material of the electric kettle itself plays an important role. To answer the question, which electric kettle is better than metal or glass, plastic or ceramic, let's take a closer look at each of them.

Plastic

Kettles made of this material were very popular at one time because they enjoy the following advantages:

• The average or low price of the device.
• Lightweight and easy to use.
• Large selection in design and color.

But this is not the whole characteristic. The big and bold issue of plastic electric kettles is their effect on health. If the case material is of poor quality, it is felt by the smell and taste of water. This is due to this, that when heated to a high temperature, the plastic emits harmful substances.

If we talk about teapots of famous European companies, then it should be noted that they make models from high-quality food-grade plastic. This has excellent both cheap and poor-quality plastic, both look and smell.

Note to everyone that the term of safe use of a plastic electric kettle is three years.

Environmentally friendly plastic does not emit odor when heated, except during the period of first use.

If your choice still fell on the benefit of the plastic device, then choose at least one that is made of polycarbonate.

Metal

The metal kettles were replaced by metal ones, and immediately became popular due to these advantages:

• Modern design.
• Strength.
• Durable.
• Sustainability.

If we are talking about a key argument - about the harm or health benefits, teapots with such a body are used to be considered environmentally friendly. Here it is necessary to understand the following. Metal kettles can be made of aluminum or stainless steel.

Aluminum, when heated, is able to release iron oxide into water. Stainless steel is safe in this regard and does not emit harmful substances.

True, the water in a stainless steel kettle cannot be left for a long time and then used. If during the day the water is in the tank, then iron oxide is also in insignificant amount, however, it will be released into the water.

As for the operation, it is worth considering that the metal heats up quickly and keeps heat for a long time. Therefore, it is convenient when the case has decorations in the form of rubber linings or a double layer( in the middle is metal, plastic on top) to prevent burns.

Ceramics

Ceramic electric kettles for real aesthetes. It is an absolutely acceptable material, when heated does not emit harmful substances and does not affect the taste and smell of water. It has certain features:

• Elegant appearance. The design allows you to adequately place it on a hospitable table. In addition, these kettles often come with a circle.
• Large selection in design, color and manufacturers.
• Thick material walls that keep heat inside for a long time.
• Through a smooth inner surface practically does not form scale on the walls.
• There is no contact between water and current, because ceramics do not let it through.
• Water retains its natural taste and smell.

Among the shortcomings should be noted:

• Long heating time, due to the thick walls of the device.
• Heavy and brittle, therefore requires very careful handling.
• Price - high.

Glass

Glass is a modern version of an electric kettle. Usually ideally fit into the styles of modern trends: modern, loft.

Has a simple and concise appearance. Models are often equipped with color illumination, which gives an unsurpassed appearance of the device during operation. Made of heat-resistant clear glass. It has a number of advantages, including:

• Unique design.
• Transparent capacity allows you to observe the level of water filling and the fascinating process of boiling when boiling.
• Glass is an eco-friendly material that does not emit any toxins.

Among the shortcomings it is impossible not to notice:

• Fragility, no matter how thick the glass, is a fragile and delicate material.
• A slight scum is immediately noticeable and spoils the perfect look.
• Risk of burns on heating, so care should be taken to take this into account.
• Sufficiently heavy in weight, so for children it will be quite difficult to maneuver.

Conclusion

When choosing, pay attention to the handle. Ideally, this is a glass teapot with a plastic handle. If the handle is metal, it will cause inconvenience. It is constantly warming up and before you take the kettle you will have to arm yourself with a tack.

If we talk about the taste of water, then when using each type of electric kettle it will be different in taste. In particular, after conducting experimental studies, the following were identified. Cooked tea from water heated by a plastic kettle has an unbearable taste and smell. This is acutely honored, distorts the taste and smell of the drink.

Metal kettles are more benign in this respect. That is, in fact, not perceptible, but in the water, after all, there is a slight taste of sourness and a peculiar smell.

Heated water in ceramic and glass containers is absolutely natural. Contains no third-party odor or taste. And since we know for a reason, because these materials do not emit any harmful substances.

Usually, purchases are made as part of a planned budget. When making a choice, remember that the quality of the device may affect the state of your body. Consider all of the above factors about models of various types and make the right choice in your favor.

In particular, to replace the advanced functionality of worse quality, it is better to give preference to the kettle with the main functions, however, of high-quality material.