Looking for an Enamel Tea Kettle?

The enamel tea kettle has many colors, sizes, styles and shapes.

However, they are used for more than simply brewing tea or making hot water. They can be found adorning the stove tops of countless homes.

Long before the days of the microwave, the tea kettle was often kept full of water on the stove ready for brewing tea at any time of day.

Primitive versions of tea kettles were crafted not long after the invention of fire as the first humans soon discovered the many beneficial uses of hot water.

Over the years, the kettle has undergone several transformations to improve its original purpose of heating water during the days before hot water tanks were widely available.

Stainless steel eventually replaced other metals that used to rust and leave behind flakes of corroded metal in the water and the enamel coatings were used for durability and to lengthen the life of the kettle.

Heavy gauge porcelain enamel on tea kettles helps to resist chipping and fading over time.

Also, when used over top of stainless steel, combine to create heat resistance and durability.

Kettles coated with enamel are meant to last for quite a while. They do require some special care in order to keep them looking their best for years to come.

Caring for the Tea Kettle Coated with Enamel

• As with any tea kettle, never fill above the spout line as the water will boil over, and never heat an empty kettle
• If using a gas stove, take care to ensure the flames don't travel up the kettle's sides and always use an oven mitt when removing from the heat.
• Do not put cold water into a hot tea kettle which could cause the enamel to break down on the outside and spots from heat discoloration to appear on the inside.

Some other tips are using filtered water, rather than the usual tap water to help extend the life of your enamel tea kettle.

Before using your tea kettle for the first time, wash the inside with warm soapy water, rinse thoroughly, and allow to dry completely.

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