Is the metal in the bottom encased in glass or does the water touch the metal?
1089412
The glass container for the water seems to be a complete unit sitting on top of the metal heater.
1089413
I also found this difficult to tell - at first glance it does seem like the glass container is a complete unit sitting on top of the metal plate, but once I reached my hand in and had a closer look, I would agree that the water does seem to touch the metal. That being said, the water doesn't touch any plastic components, which I'm more concerned about. I love this kettle, it works great!
1089414
This was hard to tell because the black plastic covers the bottom outside so you can't tell visually. But I drained it and felt around inside (there are some odd ridges and bumps) and it all felt like glass. Hope this helps.
121940
Yes, the window is plastic but it looks like a glass. It's probably safe.The lid does't touch the water at all.This kettle is the best I've ever had and I love it ! It looks also great on my counter.
121939
Yes, water comes in contact with plastic windows. Water does not contact the lid as max water level is way lower.
746068
The glass is clear. Its not plastic and i dont believe its stainless steel. Its made of some metal pan...nothing fancy. For the most part, we are happy with the purchase, but we use the kitchen plastic wrap to prevent the condensation from collecting on the underside of the lid and falling in and giving our water a metalic taste.
505138
The glass is glass. Don't know what the metal is however I returned it - not because of anything other than it is very very small. The measurements they list are misleading. Great looking item but expect it to be smaller than you may think it is.
1361534
There are some small, clear pads between the glass and the metal. I haven't had any problems with the glass moving.
1077610
No. The only plastic inside is the little filter in the spout, you can remove it. Even at full water limit it doesn't touch it anyway.
36846
Its very unlikely to be metal. It's probably just limescale - especially if you live in an area that has particularly hard water. It's just a residue left by minerals in the water. Just rinse it out from time to time. The filter inside the spout of the kettle is designed to stop those bits of limescale from getting into your cup.
2092026
The top of the spout is rubber. The plastic is a 5. The way the lid is, it doesn't touch the water until you tilt the glass to drink it. www.raisingnaturalkids.com
1289369
Hi. I've used this at outdoor plays and at the beach. I have never submerged it in water as the interior frame is metal or aluminum, but I've gotten it wet and spilled soda on it with no problems hosing it off. I just make sure to dry it out right after rinsing so the metal won't rust.
293459
I looked it over and the only plastic is the water gauge which would not necessarily touch the water. I bought this one precisely because there is no plastic touching the water. I like it BTW!
1699996
I've had it in action for nearly two years (have long since thrown the box out, so don't know what the metal is), but it has not rusted one bit, and I really like it. The large size was a plus for me. The outside is metal. The bottom and drain train are gray plastic. I would say it's held up very well so far. Some have complained about spots on the bottom over time, but you just have to get it a wash once in a while, and they're gone.
281211
it's definitely all steel construction! there are just a few plastic parts: the power swiches, and the door handle, and the cooling fan. we distill our water into the glass jar so there is never any contact of water with plastic.
1367981
Our pot has no plastic on the inside. the water only comes in contact with stainless steel.
1196456
It is metal inside too....not plastic. Mine is discolored a bit because of hard well water.
2156862
metal, the only issue I have is , The float is very heavy so it has to be fully upright to engage the pump. (aprox. water depth of 16 inches.
319999
The cooper looking top and bottom are metal. The clear plastic cylinder has a plastic fitting inside the metal top to keep water out. The other reviewer may have assumed that the whole top was plastic but only the round fitting is plastic.