Smart ideas for your home | Morphy Richards

Since 1936 we’ve been at the forefront of British design, coming up with clever innovations based on stylish, intelligent thinking.

We invented the steam iron. We developed the automatic toaster. We put limescale filters into kettles, mini-cyclones into vacuum cleaners and removable tanks into deep fat fryers.

And still the ideas are flowing. Today in our Design Engineering Product Technology Hub (DEPTH) we’re continually refining, experimenting and researching how people use our products. There’s nothing we enjoy more than taking something apart and making it better. So have a browse through some of our ideas and see how we can make your life easier.

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Smart kettle, toaster & coffee maker ideas for your home



1	A 1936 radiant fire, half the price of its competitors, so more people got to warm up
3	The first temperature light on an iron, making ironing more precise
5	1938 launched the first iron with temperature pilot light, making ironing more precise
8	Launched the UK's first automatic toaster in 1949, saving people time in the morning
10	A 1951 iron nearly half the weight of its predecessor, making the task simpler
12	A 1959 rotary ironer that made hands-free ironing possible - ideal for busy housewives
14	1961 - launched a push-button steam iron, making ironing easier
18	A 1964 iron with polished chronium soleplate, for faster, smoother results
20	A 1987 cordless kettle with a dual water gauge to suit right and left handed users
22	1987 launched a cordless kettle with dual water gauge to suit right and left-handers
24	Launched a range of toasters in 1992 that featured cool bodies making toasting safer
26	1992 - launched an iron with reflex cord that limited snagging and made ironing easier
29	Removable tank, making cleaning the deep fat fryer easier than ever - launched in 1993




101	A dual-chamber steam iron that makes stubborn creases even more manageable
121	An iron with more space below the handle to easily change the temperature dial
130	Jet of steam on an iron that acts as a steam cleaner
134	An iron with a dedicated pressing plate to remove moisture and keep creases at bay
142	A steam generator with a dry steam function for even the most delicate items
147	A second steam chamber in an iron providing powerful steam bursts for those really stubborn creases
148	A powerful steam iron that allows ironing to be finshed much more quickly
150	A lightweight steam iron with dual steam to smooth out the smallest wrinkle
172	DualZone technology to lock creases out for a pristine finish
176	An Easy fill water tank on irons to avoid splashing
184	An Eco steam setting on irons to reduce energy bills
187	A Transparent water tank on irons to see how much water is left
190	A 3 year guarantee on all irons
193	An iron with automatic shut-off when not in use making ironing safer than ever
208	Soleplate technology on irons to provide the best crease removal available
219	An extra large ironing board
220	Large LED screens to make reading settings easier
225	A hand-held steam brush that freshens up clothes on the move
233	Soleplate technology with turbo boost, constant steam and pressing plate, for the ultimate finish
240	An anti-scale feature to maximise the life of you iron
249	A soft grip handle making ironing more comfortable
252	An ergonomic design for fingertip control
281	Irons that manage limescale for extra durability
313	An iron with dual steam action for total precision
325	An automatic cord retractor for easy cord storage
328	Replecable cartridges to manage limescale so your steam generator lasts longer
336	Choose your settings at the touch of a button with an LCD control panel
345	An iron that automatically calculates the precise amount of steam required
352	Greater steam output for faster ironing with a pristine finish
355	A superior soleplate finish to help you glide through your ironing
359	A built-in self clean for longer-lasting performance
362	A pressurised boiler to generate our most powerful steam output
365	A turbo steam boost to help remove the most stubborn of creases
368	A large, detachable water tank so you can iron uninterrupted for longer
376	An illuminated tank to easily check your steam settings
378	A steam generator that also refreshes garments and reduces dust mites
380	Constant steam for easy crease removal
396	An extra long cord so you can keep the base out of the way
407	A steam generator iron with a water spray to tackle the most stubborn creases
434	A diamond soleplate to help your iron glide across all fabrics
439	A stainless steel soleplate for a pristine finish
449	A steam generator that can steam vertically as well as horizontally
457	A smaller steam generator that easily fits on your ironing board
461	An Iron that steams vertiacally so you can refresh dry-clean-only garments at home
469	A multi-use steam generator that can also deodorise furniture
473	Variable steam settings putting you in control




33	A department of engineers who ensure you get the best products available
35	Interactive hints, tips and reviews on our website, so you're always up to date
39	Products endorsed by Age UK so the lives of the elderly are made that bit easier
43	Work with the Carbon Trust to keep our carbon footprint to the minimum
45	A consumer care service for all your after sales queries and needs
48	Soundproof testing rooms to ensure your product is one of the quietest around
49	Launched our first steam iron in 1954 with boiling water so ironing became easier
51	Free delivery on all orders, to make online shopping even easier
52	investing in home-grown talent; British engineers who understand the needs of British consumers
54	Collaboration with the best technology houses to bring you unrivalled innovation
56	A customer care hotline open 5 days a week so you get peace of mind
57	Over £1 million invested in test facilities for products that are easier to use
60	Prototype-making machines so we get to see our innovative concepts sooner
61	A YouTube channel with product demonstrations
63	The reassurance of 2000 home trialists, testing each product before launch
68	A Facebook page so you can contact us whilst online with friends
71	Robotic arms continually testing our kettles and toasters so they're ultra-reliable
72	A minimum 2 year guarantee on all our products
73	A range of environmentally-friendly products to keep your energy bills down
74	A wedding list idea guide so you can find inspirational gifts for your special day
75	Product inspection levels that are unrivalled, ensuring superior product quality
77	Matching appliances for the kitchen to give your home an instant refresh
80	Prototype-making machines so we get to see our innovative concepts sooner
85	Smaller appliances making it easier to store in kitchen cupboards
104	Recruiting engineering students to bring you smart ideas that make your life easier
106	Working with the Energy Saving Trust to provide you with energy usage information across our products
125	A range of pans to match our kettles and toasters, so you get a smarter kitchen
140	10% of the profit from our pink appliances donated to Breast Cancer Care, helping you support a good cause



151	Blend and drink smoothies from the same beaker to reduce washing up
152	Accurate food temperature reading ensuring food is cooked to perfection every time
153	A hob that turns off instantly when you lift the pan so no energy is wasted
161	Homemade soup without all the usual cleaning mess
174	A food processor that is powerful enough to mix anything, even dough
175	Food processing accessories that can be stored in the processor bowl
182	A hand blender with a stainless steel leg that’s ideal for soups
192	Easy storage table blender to keep work surfaces clear
200	A table blender with a multi-positional glass jug that’s easy to lift
204	A large capacity digital slow cooker that won’t fill up your cupboard
210	Single size bread from breadmakers so you always have freshly-made bread with no waste
211	A breadmaker you can programme for fresh bread every morning
212	Dishwasher-friendly food processing accessories to reduce your washing up
218	Safety locks on bladed food preparation products for ultimate safety
222	A device that can open cans and bottles at the touch of a button
226	A slow cooker that can seal, slow cook and fast stew in the same pot
231	Blend, whisk and mix on the go with cordless hand mixer technology
237	A folding mixer that saves space and is small enough to fit in a kitchen cupboard
239	Ergonomically designed irons to make ironing easier on your arms
245	Save space with a 2in1 hand blender and food processor
260	A professional deep fat fryer that cooks the perfect chip
272	Blades that are so powerful they can even crush ice
274	A smaller sized loaf that’s just right for smaller households
326	Bake different flavoured breads with an automatic fruit and nut dispenser
334	A cooking surface that is safe to touch as soon as your pan is removed
335	A hob with immediate response temperature control for precise cooking
337	Variable speeds and a turbo setting for precise control
349	Incorporate a variety of different cooking techniques into one appliance to save space in the kitchen
367	Attachments with a controlled release action for less mess
382	Save space with a hand blender and food processor that stores neatly in its own bowl
410	A versatile pot that can be used on the hob and in the slow cooker
414	One convenient appliance that's both hand blender and food processor
422	Cook two different meals at the same time in the same slow cooker
427	A hand blender with chopping and whisk attachments
432	A whirling vortex to give you maximum blending efficiency
441	A hand blender and food processor with a blending leg that’s ideal for soups
445	A hand blender with dishwasher components for easy cleaning
477	See your bread bake through a viewing window




67	Colour coordinated kettle and toaster sets to accessorise the kitchen
83	Nylon filter in kettles to stop limescale particles getting into your drinks
123	Kettles with water filters to give better tasting coffee and tea
136	An auto-shut-off for your safety and to make sure the kettle doesn’t waste any electricity
137	Quality espresso machine that can also use coffee pods
144	Instant latte, espresso or cappuccino at the touch of a button
155	Satin-finish paints on kettles and toasters for lasting appearance
156	Keep warm functions on coffee makers to enjoy fresh coffee whenever you like
158	Instant boiling water for a cup of coffee in under 30 seconds
165	Crumb trays in toasters to keep work surfaces tidy
167	Variable width slots on toasters to toast any size or shape of bread
168	Coffeemakers that can be pre-programmed for ultimate convenience
169	An extra powerful kettle for rapid boiling of water
171	Boiling water in under 45 seconds
203	Drip trays on drinks-making machines for less mess and spills
209	Removable water tanks from drink machines for easier filling and cleaning
213	Front load water tanks on drink machines for easier access
216	Illuminated water tank to easily see how much water you're boiling
228	Coffee machines that can make more than one cup of espresso at the same time
229	Personalise your kitchen look with 12 different kettle and toaster colour sets
234	Make milkshakes at home more easily
244	Make coffee more quickly with a one-hand dispensing unit
246	A designer kettle that’s a joy to use, with soft touch handle and luxurious finish
253	A satin steel finish that adds style to your kitchen
258	Make perfect creamy cappuccino and latte coffee at home
263	Reduce accidents with a safety locking lid
265	A 360 degree cordless base to suit both left-and right-handed users
279	A simple to use espresso coffee maker that delivers barista style coffee, perfect for lattes and cappuccinos
285	Modern snap-fit lid design
292	A limescale filter for clear water and better-tasting tea and coffee
297	Variable browning control for perfect toasting every time
305	A spout designed for easy, no-spill refilling
306	Heat and froth at the same time for perfect hot, milky drinks
307	A high-lift feature to easily remove your toast
332	Lid release to make refilling easy
347	Variable coffee strengths to suit all tastes
356	Water filter kettles with an electronic cartridge replacement reminder
381	Keep coffee hot with a Duran Schott carafe
384	Kettles with a built-in BRITA filter for cleaner, clearer water
386	A kettle that filters water as it boils
389	Keep running costs down with a removable, washable coffee filter
392	Keep drinks warmer for longer with an insulated tank
430	A hot drink maker that only boils the water you need
437	Wake up to fresh coffee, thanks to a programmable timer
452	Slots large enough to toast the tallest slices of bread
459	Warm up your cold toast with a reheat function
467	A centralising bread carriage for even toasting
474	Even toasting, delivered by a variable heating coil
480	Toasters with a defrost function
487	A cup of boiling water in an instant




59	Mini cyclones in a vacuum cleaner floorhead, giving an even deeper clean
94	Telescopic tube on the vacuum making those hard-to-reach areas easier than ever before
103	A swivel head on a vacuum cleaner for ultimate manoeuvrability
114	Testing our vacuum cleaners to 500 hours of use, for a real quality assurance
117	Motors that are so reliable, vacuums come with a 5-year guarantee
157	Wet and dry cleaning at the same time
160	Never Lose Suction technology for consistently high performance on all floor types
185	Vacuum cleaner accessories that make it easier than ever to clean up after your pets
188	A blower function on a multi-functional vacuum cleaner that even works on garden leaves
195	Vacuum, dust and buff your wooden floors from one vacuum cleaner
198	Vacuum dust and dirt, plus mop up spillages, all from one accessory
201	Steam clean nine different household tasks from one steam mop
205	A large capacity steam cleaner for fewer refills
235	Steam mops that can be used upright or handheld for hard-to-reach places
248	A high power steam mop that can tackle carpets and hard floors
251	HEPA filters in your cleaner that keep allergies at bay
325	An automatic cord retractor for easy cord storage
341	A 2-in-1 collapsible, hand-held cleaner for easier storage
379	A compact, cordless cleaner that can reach awkward spots
438	A durable cleaner that can stand up to tough DIY and household jobs
443	A cordless vacuum cleaner that can be used in an upright position or hand-held
447	A compact cylinder cleaner for easier storage
464	A quick release canister so that you can empty your vacuum cleaner easily
470	Double the dust pick-up performance at half the power
481	Suck up more dust and dirt with a wider vacuum floorhead
484	Fully-sealed vacuum unit that keeps allergens out of the air

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