It's the same every morning. A fidget child, a husband ... (there are many different words for him), a cat that makes "hungry runs" for you. And it is unlikely that your morning begins with a cup of aromatic coffee. Rather from pans, pots and piles of dirty dishes. Want to make your life easier? Buy a toaster! We will tell you how to choose a toaster for your home.
Organization of the purchase: we study the details
Choosing a household toaster is a snap, but whatever one may say, this choice must be approached wisely. Otherwise, the "spit" will be useless and, moreover, will add unnecessary trouble to you. And that's why.
Take this situation, for example. You have a big family. And every one of its members adores toasted bread. As you can see, one cannot do without a special "frying" unit.
You understand this, buy a toaster, and ... It disappoints you, because you have to constantly "watch" the cooking process and "charge" the next portion of bread. This is because you simply made a mistake with the size of the device.
Or such a scenario. You are late for work, but at the same time you cannot break the ritual of eating toast with coffee. But because of the wrong toaster (with low power), you go hungry again and again. Of course, you can adjust to the unit and get up 10-15 minutes earlier. But why is he so needed at all?
Moreover, practice shows that a cheap toaster from an unknown manufacturer (and there are most of them on the home appliance market today) can cause a fire. How to avoid buying a useless and dangerous household appliance? Read this article to the end. She will definitely help you find the best toaster in all respects.
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Varieties of toasters
We all know perfectly well what a toaster is., so we will not dwell on this. Let's go further. Outwardly, these devices are like twin brothers. Therefore, it is not easy to draw any conclusions based on their appearance, and there is no need to. Their main difference lies in the cooking control system, which is:
- manual. This type of device is a "mammoth" production. Little is known about him and is no longer on sale. From the name it is clear that the cooking process here is controlled manually, which, you see, is inconvenient.
- semi-automatic. Toasters with this type of cooking, a characteristic signal makes it clear that the product is ready. However, he continues to work. You will have to turn off the device and remove the toasts with your hands.
- automatic. This type of device is the best option. He will cook and extract, and let him know that breakfast is ready. If we were ourselves, there would be no price for him.
By the type of loading, the unit can be vertical or horizontal:
- How does it work toaster vertical downloads? Everything is simple here. Such devices are used exclusively for toasting bread.As a last resort, you can warm up a bun or croissant in it (using an additional wire rack).
- Home toaster horizontal or "Sandwich Toaster" can please you with much more possibilities. This machine can be used to cook buns, pies, and delicious hot sandwiches.
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Toaster selection options
A good choice is a good choice. Before choosing a toaster, decide exactly what you want from it. If you need equipment for making breakfast "for one", it is enough to buy the simplest toaster with two compartments.
If you want to feed a large family, buy a device with either two large compartments, which can hold two slices of bread, or with four at once. Alternatively, consider purchasing a horizontal toaster with two chambers that can easily hold 3-4 slices of bread.
If you like thin slices of toasted bread, a toaster with a compact compartment is for you. If you love thick, crunchy pieces, take a unit with a wide one. Well, if each family member has their own preferences in size, you will have to spend money on a device with the function of adjusting the thickness of the compartment.
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Toaster power
As with any other home appliance, power is important in a toaster. Here you need to be extremely careful when choosing. After all, high productivity, of course, will shorten the preparation time of the treat, but the result can be disappointing. Well, who wants to eat "goreliki"?
To avoid unplanned accidents, buy models that can offer you several degrees of doneness (usually 6 to 11).
Advice:
Use the first levels to warm up ready-made toast. The rest are for frying.
Body materials
Well, it doesn't smell like originality here. The body can be either plastic or metal (another question is their quality).
- If you take a toaster with a plastic case.
- From the advantages you get a low price and a choice of colors. Of the minuses: "cheap" look, burns (plastic heats up very quickly). Moreover, under the influence of temperatures (both high and low), plastic deforms and quickly deteriorates.
- If you take a toaster with a metal body.
- You get a solid, stylish, durable and reliable unit that will fit into any interior. The disadvantages include the high cost of the device and the soiled metal.
But not only the appearance of the device is important. The materials of the heating chamber must also meet quality standards. For home use, a camera with a non-stick coating is best. The easiest way to look after him.
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Additional functionality
Do you want to make your life as comfortable as possible? Look out for the extra features of the toaster that are worth paying for.
- Cleaning the toaster. Modern toasters offer as many as three options for removing crumbs from the device:
- just turn over and shake properly;
- let the crumbs fall on the table (some models are equipped with a grate bottom);
- buy a device with a pull-out tray.
- Fixing toast in the heating chamber. It will not let your breakfast "burn" on one side and not fry on the other.
- Adjustment of the rise of the bread. Allows you to make canapes or delicious soup croutons.
- Defrosting bread before toasting. The function is useful for those who store bread in the freezer.
- The "STOP». Emergency pause button for the cooking process (in case you decide that your toast is already ready).
- Power cord compartment. Convenient thing. The cord does not break or take up extra space.
- Disconnecting the device during the fall. A useful feature for families with small children and pets.
- "Lovely faces". Function for creatives and aesthetes. Cheers up and charges with positive emotions for the whole working day.
Safety regulations
The first thing to do when buying a toaster is to open your passport and read everything that is written there. By spending 30 minutes of time, you will save yourself from injuries and your purchase from breakdowns for many years. But we will not be too lazy to voice a few general provisions. Superfluous knowledge did not bother anyone yet.
- Do not put butter, honey, jam, pasta (hazelnut, chocolate, caramel ...) into the toaster. Apply the toppings to the already prepared toast.
- If you want to reheat the bun, remove the wrapping from it.
- Do not use extension cords for 1500 watts or more.
Care advice
- Be sure to remove any crumbs after toasting. Pay special attention to this, as their accumulation can lead to damage.
- Wipe down the outside of the toaster body after each cooking.
- Remove the remaining filling (from the Sandwich Toaster) from a still warm surface.
Which manufacturer to give preference to
Today toasters are produced by all and sundry. Often there is not even a nameplate on such devices, that is, no one knows about its origin. These are the units that are dangerous. Therefore, do not pursue cheapness. Buy toasters from well-known and time-tested manufacturers: Bosch, Philips, Mullinex, Electrolux, Tefal, Bork, etc.
Now it's time to say goodbye. Have you found the answer to your question: how to choose a toaster for your home? We hope so ... Spend your money wisely and enjoy the results. See you!
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