For lovers of hot invigorating drinks, such as tea or coffee, utensils are of great importance. After all, a delicious and aromatic drink served in a beautiful container can deliver not only gastronomic, but also aesthetic pleasure. Especially popular is the double-bottom thermal cookware, which provides maximum comfort and ease of use.
Simple and at the same time refined cups, glasses, mugs and other products from transparent glass will ideally fit into the interior of any kitchen, restaurant or cafe.
The nuances of production and care
Quality tea utensils are made borosilicate glasspossessing high heat-resistant qualities. It is able to withstand high temperatures (from -20 to + 150 ° C). The composition of such glass includes boron oxide, which gives the material special strength and transparency. The melting point of borosilicate glass is + 800 ° С, and for ordinary glass - + 300 ° С, therefore, the production of products from it This is a difficult process, which requires many costs.
Quite often, transparent heat-resistant dishes are used in restaurants and cafes for tea, mulled wine and cold drinks. Not only cups are very popular, but also heat-resistant tall glasses for coffee, since puff drinks, for example, Latte, Irish coffee, Frappe, look very original in transparent dishes.
Fashionable glass mug with double walls has a unique design, consisting of two containers, internal and external, while they are interconnected in the upper part.The technological process of production is to create a vacuum between the two walls of the dishes, on the principle of a thermos, which provides long-term heat-saving properties.
The special structure of borosilicate glassware protects your fingers from burns, hot drinks stay hot longer, and cold drinks do not heat up in your hands so quickly. In this case, condensation does not form on the outer part of the glass, so the cup remains transparent.
The two-layer glassware is easy to see with the naked eye, and if there is a drink in such a cup, it creates the impression of its weightless flight. Despite its quality characteristics, double glassware requires proper care. Recommended Avoid using it in the microwave and oven.
For washing, use non-abrasive detergents and a soft sponge. Some products are not recommended to be washed in a dishwasher.
Well-known manufacturers
Today, there are many domestic and foreign manufacturers of double-walled dishes, located in different price categories. A variety of assortments allows you to choose a thermo-cooker taking into account all individual preferences. The most popular are tea ware of the manufacturers described below.
- Bodum Company more than 60 years engaged in the manufacture of tableware of Swiss quality for the preparation and use of tea and coffee. For the manufacture of tableware, high-quality stainless steel, borosilicate glass and plastic are used. The assortment of products includes a diverse collection of tea and coffee mugs, cups and glasses with double walls (Assam, Bistro, Bodum Canteen, Pavina, Pilatus series).
Bright and modern design, ease of use of dishes Bodum is annually awarded at prestigious exhibitions.
- The relatively young English company Wilmax Limited founded in 2010, but has already established itself as one of the best porcelain manufacturers. Unique production technologies of the company allow producing snow-white porcelain of high strength, which can be actively used in everyday life. All Wilmax products are made from environmentally friendly raw materials that do not have harmful impurities, which is confirmed by European quality certificates. The company’s product range includes more than 350 items of cookware for various purposes, including double-bottom thermo glasses made of high-quality glass.
- British brand with a long history of Kitchen Craft specializes in the production of kitchen accessories and utensils. The family-owned company was founded in 1850, and today it is one of the largest manufacturers of kitchen utensils in the world. The range of products of the company for everyday use exceeds 600 items. The product collection also includes sophisticated double-walled glassware: a set of ceramic La Cafetiere Edited coffee cups, tea or coffee sets of LX clear glass cups.
- Luigi bormioli - This is an Italian company, one of the leading manufacturers of crystal glassware and bar glass premium. The company was founded in 1946 and combines the centuries-old family traditions of Italian glassblowers. The assortment of products contains a diverse collection of wine glasses, glasses and glasses, decorated in classic and modern styles.
The collection of thermo dishes is represented by double-walled cups and tall glasses made of borosilicate material, which are characterized by high strength and heat resistance, so that Luigi Bormioli dishes can be washed in a dishwasher.
- Sama dooyo Is a Chinese designer tea making brand. The company produces glass teapots for tea, coffee and other drinks, storage containers and other utensils.For production, borosilicate heat-resistant glass, food-grade plastic, silicone and antibacterial stainless steel are used.
This is not a complete list of manufacturers of high-quality heat-resistant dishes with double walls. It is worth noting also Czech company Simax, French dishes Pyrex and the beloved Luminarc - each of them deserves special attention. And the elegant Angel's Co heart shaped thermomugs made of double heat-resistant glass give the tea party a special romantic mood.
Positive and negative characteristics
Based on user reviews and product specifications, transparent ware made of borosilicate material has the following advantages:
- withstands conditions of high and very low temperatures;
- possesses high strength indicators;
- the glass surface of the dishes does not absorb odors;
- double walls of the cups for a long time maintain the temperature of the poured liquid;
- through the transparent walls of the container you can admire the exquisite colors of the drink;
- Suitable for home use, for catering establishments, as well as a pleasant gift for a celebration.
The disadvantages of glass cups with double walls are not identified by users. The only “unpleasant" moment is a higher cost, when compared with the usual glassware. And also not all products can be washed with a dishwasher. All these minor flaws are completely covered by the multiple quality and functional characteristics of the dishes.
Choosing double-walled cups or glasses, it is important to consider the quality of the product, choose trusted manufacturers whose many years of experience can guarantee the true quality of the dishes.
Modern design, a wide variety of types of glass kitchen sets emphasize individuality, a sense of style and complement each kitchen with a cozy atmosphere.
For an overview of a double-walled glass mug, see below.
