Which slicer should you choose? The answer is: one that meets all your expectations! What does this mean? More or less that before purchasing the right equipment, it is worth carefully considering what you will use it for and what purpose it will most often serve. If you have doubts about its intended use while answering these questions, choose multifunctional equipment. Read on to find out which slicer to choose!
Built-in or freestanding slicer?
It all depends on whether you want to place it in a newly furnished kitchen, matching the equipment with the furniture, or whether you have no particular requirements and the slicer can stand on the countertop. A freestanding slicer is certainly a cheaper solution and, thanks to its mobility, can be moved around the kitchen according to the users' needs.
Slicer power, blade type and material—which should you choose?
The simplest slicers have a plastic housing, which is nevertheless solid enough to meet the demands of everyday home use. If there is no need, it is not worth investing in equipment made entirely of steel—a slicer like that will be not only more expensive but also heavier. The situation is different with the slicer's moving components: both the blade (the most important part of this equipment) and the feeder are worth purchasing in a steel version. They will be sturdier and more hygienic to use.
The power of a standard slicer intended for home use should be around 100–150 W. What else should you pay attention to? The blade is the essential and most important part of a slicer—choose equipment with a replaceable smooth disc and a serrated one, ideal for slicing bread. The blade should also allow you to adjust the slicing thickness. The optimal adjustment range is considered to be 15–22 mm.
Use your slicer safely!
For this purpose, choose only products equipped with a button that activates the slicer, a finger guard and protection against accidental activation. Pay particular attention to this if young children are present at home. A slicer blade used by a child can have serious consequences.
Additional slicer accessories?
It is worth paying attention to the holder, which makes it easier to prepare even, smooth slices of cold cuts or cheese. An additional blade for the knife and a special tray for sliced food will also be extremely useful.
If you are looking for a device that will perfectly slice fresh cheese or aromatic cold cuts, a slicer will certainly prove useful in your kitchen. From now on, you will not have to buy pre-sliced bread, which dries out faster and consequently goes to waste. You can slice a whole loaf in the amount you need at any given time. When purchasing, look for a device that meets the expectations of you and your household members, and preparing everyday meals will become much more pleasant and faster.
Professional cold-cut slicers are an essential part of the equipment not only in homes but also in general stores! Provide your employees with safe, professional equipment.