On Dec 6, 3:16�pm, Tracy > wrote:
> Cshenk wrote:
> > "Tracy" wrote
>
> >> I saw in the small appliances thread that some use an electric kettle
> >> instead of the traditional stove top type. �Just wondering why you prefer
> >> the electric version. �I am thinking of getting one myself. Brand
> >> recommendations?
>
> > As a non-user of such, I cant recommend a brand but they can be useful to
> > have hot water always ready for making tea, powdered coffee, noodle packs
> > (ramen bowls). �They are not all that energy efficient in themselves but if
> > you find you need hot (almost boiling) water always ready due to use
> > patterns, it would be cheaper than heating it over and over on the stove or
> > in the microwave.
>
> Cost isn't an issue - though I am not a energy hog.
> I am looking for a replacement for the yucky looking "stainless" model
> on my stove top.
>
> Curious how much is costs to boil water on the gas stove versus boiling
> in an electric kettle?

The electric kettle shuts off when the water boils so uses minimal
electric. The one I have has a water level view tube maked in cups,
so no need to boil more than needed, another energy saver. I have
this one, in every respect it's perfect, even very easy to clean the
interior.

http://www.amazon.com/Braun-WK200W-E.../dp/B00004S9H7

Once you use this you'll never go back.

Sheldon