Lifting the lid is how you lose heat, steam and control. With a borosilicate glass pot you simply look: the transparent body and glass lid let you watch a stew thicken, a sauce reduce or rice absorb its water without interrupting any of it. Borosilicate is the same heat-resistant glass used in laboratory ware, which is why it handles cooking temperatures that ordinary glass cannot. There are four sizes — 2.5L, 3.5L, 4.5L and 5.5L — so you can match the pot to the pan you actually cook in rather than heating a half-empty vessel. It goes from hob to table, so a stew can be served in what it was cooked in, which saves a serving dish and keeps food hot.
Specifications
| Material | Borosilicate heat-resistant glass |
| Lid | Matching glass lid |
| Sizes | 2.5 L, 3.5 L, 4.5 L, 5.5 L |
| Use | Soups, stews, sauces, vegetables, rice |
| Serving | Cook and serve in the same pot |
Buying guide
Glass cookware asks for one habit change: no sudden temperature swings. Heat gradually, avoid putting a hot pot straight onto a cold wet counter, and never add cold liquid to a hot empty pot. Match the pot base to the burner size so the flame does not lick up the sides. Choose capacity by household — 2.5L suits one or two people or a side dish, 3.5L a small family, and 4.5–5.5L for family cooking, batch stews and entertaining. Check whether your hob type suits glass cookware; gas and electric coil generally do, while induction needs a compatible base. Wash by hand to keep the glass clear, and use a soft sponge so the surface stays scratch-free and see-through.
How it compares
Against a stainless or aluminium pot, glass lets you monitor cooking without losing steam and doubles as a serving dish, though it is heavier and needs gentler handling. Against a ceramic casserole, it is far easier to judge doneness because you can see through the sides as well as the lid. For high-heat searing, keep a metal pan.
Frequently asked questions
Which size should I buy?
2.5L for one or two people or side dishes, 3.5L for a small family, and 4.5-5.5L for family meals, batch cooking and entertaining.
Can it go on any cooker?
Gas and electric coil hobs generally suit glass cookware; induction needs a compatible base. Check your hob type before ordering and ask us if you are unsure.
How do I avoid cracking it?
Avoid sudden temperature changes - heat gradually, do not put a hot pot on a cold wet surface, and never pour cold liquid into a hot empty pot.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.
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Available at WIMU Kitchen, Nairobi. Same-day Nairobi delivery · countrywide shipping (Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret) · pay by M-Pesa or on delivery. Questions? WhatsApp +254 758 157 035.
Last updated: 1 May 2026
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1. Order Processing
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| Destination | Estimated Delivery |
|---|---|
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| Greater Nairobi & Kiambu | 1–2 business days |
| Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret | 2–4 business days |
| Other Kenyan towns | 3–7 business days |
| East Africa (regional) | 5–14 business days |
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Quick answers from the WIMU Kitchen team. Need more help? WhatsApp us or email orders@wimukitchen.com.
Which size should I buy?
2.5L for one or two people or side dishes, 3.5L for a small family, and 4.5-5.5L for family meals, batch cooking and entertaining.
Can it go on any cooker?
Gas and electric coil hobs generally suit glass cookware; induction needs a compatible base. Check your hob type before ordering and ask us if you are unsure.
How do I avoid cracking it?
Avoid sudden temperature changes - heat gradually, do not put a hot pot on a cold wet surface, and never pour cold liquid into a hot empty pot.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes — same-day delivery within Nairobi and countrywide shipping to Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and beyond, with payment by M-Pesa or on delivery.