Kettles: the main thing is pink - and without microplastics
Anyone who visits me at home can quickly suffer a sugar shock. Everything that isn't white is pink. Just like my new kettle. I've replaced my old microplastic spinner with it.
I usually only have one requirement for my household appliances: they should be pink. Just like everything else in my flat. My boyfriend and flatmate thinks it's moderately "casual". He particularly struggled with the purchase of this kitchen appliance:
When one of our Community members pointed out in the comments column to my microplastics article that plastic kettles are also a problem, the decision was made: A new kettle was needed. This time not just one in the colour pink, but one with a non-plastic-based inner material. I will miss my old kettle called "Marzipan", but the environment will thank me for saying goodbye.
The new one
That's why I opted for the "Bubble" from Russel Hobbs, whose inner workings are made of stainless steel. The handle, on the other hand, is made of a velvety plastic. The base appears hidden at first glance and is kept nice and slim. In addition, the cable can be rolled up on its underside, which allows me to hide a large part of it.
The appliance has an automatic boil-stop function, a capacity of 1.5 litres and, for the less playful among us, is also available in a mint colour. The strainer in front of the spout can be removed, cleaned and descaled, which was not possible with my previous model. Unfortunately, there is only a maximum indicator on the inside. For me and my modest tea-making abilities, however, this is not an issue.
Now my new kettle needs a name. "Marzipan the Second" is out of the question. Your ideas are very welcome in the comments column. The best suggestion will be accepted. I promise. And now please excuse me, I have found a suitable toaster that I would like to flirt with. [[productlist:8617316]]
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Natalie Hemengül
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Natalie.Hemenguel@digitecgalaxus.chAs a Disney fan, I wear rose-colored glasses non-stop, adore series from the 90s and count mermaids as my religion. When I'm not tending to my workplace in Zurich, you can find me at pajama parties or at my make-up table. PS: With bacon you catch not only mice, but also me.
