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Oxo Good Grips Uplift Teakettle, Brushed Stainless Steel
Oxo Good Grips, 2 QT, Brushed Stainless Steel, Uplift Teakettle With Santoprene Handle, Lift The Kettle By Its Handle & The Spout Cap Opens Automatically For Easy Pouring, Large Opening For Easy Cleaning & Filling.
Bring out the scones--the Uplift teakettle covers all the bases when it comes to making tea. Its spout opens when the nonslip, heat-resistant handle is lifted, keeping fingers and hands far away from scalding steam. The removable lid is extra wide for easy refilling and simple cleaning. Its 2-quart capacity ensures that there'll be enough tea to go around, even if you're entertaining guests from the other side of the pond. Made of sturdy brushed stainless steel, this kettle will last through many a teatime. The Good Grips line is recognized for its durable, nonslip, flexible handles. Ergonomically designed to fit the palm comfortably, the pressure-absorbing processed rubber handles put less tension on the hands while still providing an outstanding grip. Made from the same material as dishwasher gaskets, the handles are slip-proof when wet or dry. OXO recommends hand washing the Uplift teakettle. --Laurie Notaro
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Oxo Good Grips Uplift Teakettle, Brushed Stainless Steel Reviews
I've owned this kettle for 5+ years and have had no complaints. In my house it is used daily and anything that lasts more than a few years is a good get. Overall, I think this product has lasted well. I am buying a new one this year because the bottom is starting to show signs of wear. I am lazy and leave water in it - no problems with rust until recently.
About a year ago, I started drinking more tea than coffee at least during the winter months. I just done have that much confidence in it's quality. When it is together and not falling apart it works great. The first Oxo I bought lasted about 2 weeks before the littole hinge pins at the spout broke so I took it back. Now the handle on the cover has broken a screw mount so it will either have to be replaced or repaired. SO, I needed a kettle.
The loosening occurs at the spot where the handle is attached and by the uplift, which creates a constant yank on this spot. This teakettle has a design flaw. It has to be retightened every week or it almost falls off. Don't but it. The problem is inherent on the design. Very frustrating for an expensive, otherwise good tea kettle. The handle on ours started to come loose within a month or so.
I'm about to check to see if there's any guarantee, but otherwise I can't recommend this teakettle. While it looks great and is easy to use, we're going to have to replace it after just a few months because the joint around the body and the bottom has completely rusted and now slowly leaks water. My wife and I had registered for this at Macy's as a wedding gift.
While there are a couple of minor flaws as whole we have been very pleased with the OXO kettle. While it is unlikely that it will rust it does need to be treated with a little special care. - Nice looking kettle. - 18-8 (304) stainless is a lower grade austenitic stainless steel. We use it to boil water for coffee on a *almost* nightly basis.
It fits in perfectly with the modern kitchen. Pros. 5 stars The kettle is well-constructed out 18-8 stainless steel (known as 304 stainless here in the USA) with a a pleasing brushed look. The OXO Teakettle is a constant companion of our kitchen. Areas to improve.
Do not clean with overly harsh chemical (especially bleach) - try to stick to good old soap-and-water. I am not sure what more any one could want in a tea kettle. Some people have mentioned that their kettle has corroded. It is important to remember that 18-8 stainless (304) is one of oldest grades of stainless. - It can be a little hard to open the top to pour the water in.
- Well built - not "flimsy" or cheaply made. The water heats up quickly (as expected) and the kettle produces an unmistakeable whistling sound. - Nice sounding "Whistle". While it is unlikely that it will rust - you will need to be careful in how it is cleaned NEVER CLEAN WITH BLEACH.
- Made of stainless steel (Which I prefer over aluminum). - Well built - we have not experienced any loose screws or pieces coming off. The brushed finish means that there never a need to wipe down smudge or fingerprints.
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