DeLonghi Distinta KBI 2001.BK (Elegant Black) has been discontinued. See all DeLonghi Electric Kettles.
I purchased my Delonghi Kettle and matching 4 slice toaster on the 28th November 2017. The toaster seems to be going well however, I am very disappointed in the finish of the kettle. The black colour seems to scratch so very easily and the chrome at the base is peeling. Does not look presentable any longer.
Purchased in at RetraVision for $104.53.
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Works fine- but after 2 years the finish is peeling off
Delonghi seem to specialise in making great looking kitchen products but unfortunately the quality is lacking. We have a black Distinta kettle and toaster about 2 years old and while they still work fine, we will never buy another Delonghi product (we also have a wine fridge which, based on the way Delongi support spare parts for their products, is a $1200 throwaway item after just 5 years). The chrome finish is bubbling off and the black paint can easily be scraped off around the top edge by your finger nail. Other aspects of the operation of ...
Read moreboth appliances are good - the kettle heats up quickly and is relatively quiet and the toaster operation is as it should be. I'm of the view that premium appliances, if looked after, should maintain their aesthetic qualities for far longer than 2 years.Purchased in at Myer Retail Stores.
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While the kettle is generally quite good to use, easy to fill without obstruction. The biggest problem, or at least it's only problem we have is its intrusion into our peaceful environment. Extremely noisy
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| Category | Electric Kettles |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1.3 kg |
| Colour / Finish | Elegant Black |
| Construction Material | Stainless Steel |
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We have found trying to read water levels on the gauge is difficult as it ridiculously placed behind the handle