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Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham Kettle, A Comprehensive Review of This Quiet and Stylish Kitchen Essential
by Samuel Kalenga on Aug 26, 2024
Making the perfect cup of tea or coffee… it’s the default morning ritual for most of us (it certainly is for me). Of course we take its inherent adequacy for granted, without much thought that the right kettle (as distinct from the standard one provided with your new flat, or that workhorse you keep on for emergencies because your better, charitable ones have failed you) elevates this pedestrian daily habit to something that can purchase you moments of quiet enjoyment and satisfaction. For everyday usage, it’s something we do without much thought to the technicalities of design, consumed as we are by whether it’s technically ‘breakfast’ yet, and whether we have time for a second cup.
Understanding the Needs of the Modern Kettle User
The modern kitchen is a place of action, a widely used centre of creativity and convenience. So it makes sense that the utensils we use to accomplish these things should be worthy of the tasks at hand. For a kettle is not only a machine for heating water. It is a friend in the morning, a travelling companion in the evening, a vital part of cookery. Modern day kettle users need kettles that deliver on function and style.
They need them quiet, so as not to disrupt the peace of a quiet, retired morning or an evening conversation. They need a modern look to match a modern kitchen. They need something efficient, so as not to waste money or time with conventional methods of boiling a pan of water. And last but not least, they need a kettle that fits within a specific budget. That’s the idea behind the Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham Kettle: it claims to fill these very needs.
A Closer Look at the Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham Kettle: Features and Functionality
The Russell Hobbs Buckingham kettle (model number 20460) is a stylish, well-engineered item that is versatile as well as functional. Its brushed, stainless steel body is practical for life in a kitchen, and, with its cool styling, it adds a touch of class. It is pleasingly quiet in use – a soothing backdrop for a morning, or those relaxed evening brews. Let’s take a closer look.Quiet Boil Technology: A Symphony of Silence
The Russell Hobbs 20460 quiet boil Buckingham kettle is well-known for its quiet boil technology, which has the purpose of muting the sound of the boiling of water so that it is not so noisy. This feature can be very useful as it will suit those who have just got to sleep and could be disturbed by the noise caused by a traditionally noisy kettle. This technology is very popular with the light sleeper who seeks silence in the morning. Therefore, the quiet boil technology ensures that those who have got to sleep can enjoy their moment of relaxation without worrying about noisy kettles.Stylish Design: A Modern and Elegant Statement
While there are uses for which it is well-suited, what makes this Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham kettle a thing of true and transcendent beauty is that it’s a kettle. One might wonder if there are situations when the benefits afforded by the three litre capacity, the power of 3000 watts, the fast boil system, and the smart one-push feature outweigh the costs of its beautiful brushed stainless steel finish. Won’t that scratch and tarnish quite easily? Sure it will. And this isn’t a flaw to be concealed. The hidden knife’s handle says: Don’t worry about looking at me, I’m a tool; The kettle’s gleaming surface says: Look at me, I’m art; I’ll soon be a miniature piece of absolute beauty enhancing the aesthetic sensibilities of your kitchen experience.Large Capacity: Catering to Every Need
You’re also unlikely to have multi-drinkers wearing you out as the Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham kettle has a large 1.7-litre capacity to keep you obliging to the thirst of whoever is in your home or enjoying a get-together. It can serve your own delectation without constantly having to refill it which makes it quite a handy kettle to have around the home.Rapid Boil: Efficiency at Your Fingertips
With its 3000W power rating, the Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham kettle is effectively quick to boil. Unlike conventional kettles, your water will boil much more quickly (no pun intended) since this kettle doesn't take long to complete the heating process. Therefore, this feature enables you to have that much-needed hot tea or coffee within the shortest time possible, especially if you're always in a bit of a hurry or pressed for time, like on busy mornings. Another element that further makes this feature a real timesaver is that it keeps your energy use to the lowest point feasible since the appliance doesn't have to keep droning on for long.Removable Filter: Purity in Every Sip
Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham kettle with removable limescale filter.One feature of the Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham kettle is the removable limescale filter. Limescale is a deposit formed when water evaporates to form deposits rich in calcium and magnesium on the collector inside the kettle, as well as inside the tub itself. These deposits affect the taste of your hot drinks, tend to make them bitter. However, the deposits that remain on the collector to heat the water will affect the water’s boiling point, reducing it. So, not only would your beverages taste differently, but they also won’t boil at 100 degree Celsius. Apart from that, limescale adheres to your kettle, increasing weight and probably affecting its efficiency.360-Degree Base: Unparalleled Versatility
Picture via Russell Hobbs The Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham kettle also has a cordless design with a 360 degree base. This feature means that you can easily lift the kettle and pull out from any angle to get to the spout without having to try and put yourself in the exact position as the cord takes up less space. Combined with the 360 degree rotation base, the cordless design means that the kettle can be easily filled and poured with no fuss, whether you are standing directly in front of it or not. In small kitchens, having the cord out the way means that the space can be more efficiently used.Auto Shut-Off: Safety and Convenience
It also has a useful safety function that automatically turns off the Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham kettle when the boiling water reaches the recommended maximum temperature; this prevents the kettle from overheating or getting damaged. So this additional safety feature is useful both in terms of saving you from a nightmare hazard, but also has the added advantage of additional convenience, as you don’t have to keep checking and monitoring the boiling water process, because this function will also turn the kettle off once the boiling cycle is complete. So having this additional safety feature gives you peace of mind knowing that the appliance will not overheat and cause an accident, even if you are distracted from being attentive.Boil Dry Protection: Peace of Mind
The kettle has boil dry protection, a piece of technology that would have prevented a lot of incidents of irreparable damage in my household throughout the years. It protects a appliance like your kitchen’s kettle from being damaged if it finds itself dry while still boiling. At this point, the automatism should kick in and shut the device down, saving it also from bursting in the process and providing peace of mind to anyone prone to forgetting to fill the kettle before turning it on.Where to Buy the Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham Kettle: Finding the Best Deal
If you’d like to buy the Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham kettle with your own 400 ATM card, you can find it at almost any online store and a number of retail locations. A non-exhaustive list of all the places the kettle is available, including where you can get the best deal on it, is included below.- Amazon: an enormous online general store where you can find lots of rival sellers and bargain prices – so you can check out the prices of what you want to buy and find the cheapest, as well as getting to see what other customers have said about it before buying.
- Currys: one of the leading electrical retailers selling kettles and other appliances at competitive prices, sometimes accompanied by offers and rebates.
- Argos: With a great choice of kitchen appliances, you can also shop online and collect your items at the store.
- John Lewis: A quality department store for quality goods and customer service. Packed full of kitchen appliances with an emphasis on quality and customer service.
- AO.com: an online retailer for white goods. We offer some of Britain’s best prices, latest products and quick delivery.
In Conclusion: Making an Informed Decision
With its quiet operation, super design, large capacity and speedy boil, you can see why the Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham kettle is so appealing to many shoppers. Overall, this is an affordable, all-rounded kettle that does its job well, while also looking great in any kitchen. But, as is often the case, while it is marketed as quiet, it does not come anywhere near silent during operation, and some reviewers have mentioned the ‘Minor issue’ that the water level indicator is also not quite as accurate as it could be.
Nonetheless, these minor drawbacks aside, the performance, functionality and value equation of the Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham kettle certainly makes it among the best kettles in its class. Before you decide whether one kettle is right for you, be mindful of your preferences and needs.
If you weigh quietness, most attractive design – and money – most heavily, the Russell Hobbs 20460 Buckingham is a safe bet. But if noise is of supreme importance, or if your fluid needs precision, you could consider other available models. Above all, be sure to assess your desiresand needs so that your appliance supports your tastes, needs and daily routines.
