This 2.5 quart cast iron humidifying kettle is the classic woodstove accessory for households heating with wood. Cast iron body with porcelain enamel finish inside and out — multiple gloss colors available, with the matt blue-black exterior and matt black interior being the most popular. The cast iron mass holds heat well, so the water inside continues evaporating long after the stove top reaches working temperature.
The humidifying function matters because woodstove-heated homes get extremely dry — typically 15-25% relative humidity in winter, vs. the 40-60% range that’s comfortable for human respiratory health and prevents wood furniture from cracking. A simmering kettle on top of the stove adds humidity continuously, no electricity required.
The chrome-plated wire stay-cool handle stays cool when in the upright position — making the kettle easy to lift and refill without a kitchen towel or potholder. At 11-1/4 inches tall (with handle), 9-1/2 inches long, 7-1/2 inches diameter, the kettle fits on top of any standard woodstove or can be used with a trivet on a kitchen range. For primary-woodstove households, off-grid winter homes, and anyone fighting dry winter air, this is the right humidifier purchase.
