Buying a bread bin and canisters as a matched set is the difference between a counter that looks designed and one that accumulated its storage over five years. This alloy set pairs a bread bin with three canisters for the dry essentials that live beside it — tea, coffee, sugar or flour — in a single coordinated finish. Alloy is a practical choice for a kitchen: it does not absorb odours the way plastic does, it blocks light that degrades coffee and tea, and it wipes clean of the oil mist that settles on everything near a hob. The result is storage that can stay on display permanently rather than being hidden away.
Specifications
| Includes | Bread bin and 3 canisters |
| Material | Alloy |
| Use | Bread and dry kitchen essentials |
| Design | Coordinated matching set |
Buying guide
Keep bread at room temperature in the bin, not in the fridge — refrigeration makes bread go stale faster, which is one of the most counter-intuitive facts in a kitchen. Store the loaf in paper rather than sealed plastic inside the bin if you want the crust to stay crisp. Wipe the bin out weekly and let it air, since crumbs plus humidity is what causes mould. Metal canisters block light, which keeps coffee and tea fresher, but you cannot see the level, so refill on a schedule rather than waiting to run out.
How it compares
Against separate containers, a matched set makes a counter look intentional. Against glass canisters, alloy blocks light and protects coffee and tea better but hides the level. Against plastic, metal never retains odours and looks considerably better on display.
Frequently asked questions
Should bread go in the fridge instead?
No - refrigeration makes bread stale faster. A bread bin at room temperature is the correct storage, and freeze anything you will not eat in two days.
Why can't I see how much is left?
Metal blocks light, which keeps coffee and tea fresher, but hides the level. Refill on a schedule rather than waiting to run out.
How do I stop mould in the bread bin?
Wipe it out weekly and let it air. Crumbs combined with humidity cause mould, not the bin itself.
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.
Pairs well with
- 4 Piece Quilted Metal Bread Bin and Tea Coffee Sugar Canister Set, White Black or Grey
- 3 Piece Ceramic Canister Set with Bamboo Lids and Wooden Tray
- 3 Piece Ceramic Canister Set with Bamboo Base and Airtight Lids
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
We deliver across Kenya and ship select products regionally. This page explains our handling times, delivery options, and rates.
1. Order Processing
Orders placed before 2:00 PM (EAT) on a business day are processed the same day. Orders placed after 2:00 PM, on weekends, or on public holidays are processed the next business day.
2. Delivery Times
| Destination | Estimated Delivery |
|---|---|
| Nairobi CBD & environs | Same day or next business day |
| 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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- Upcountry (via courier or G4S/SGR): calculated at checkout based on weight and destination.
- Bulk & fragile items: we may quote you a custom rate before dispatch.
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5. Delivery Issues
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Choose "Pickup" at checkout to collect your order from our Platinum Plaza showroom in Nairobi CBD at no extra cost. We will email you when the order is ready.
Quick answers from the WIMU Kitchen team. Need more help? WhatsApp us or email orders@wimukitchen.com.
Should bread go in the fridge instead?
No - refrigeration makes bread stale faster. A bread bin at room temperature is the correct storage, and freeze anything you will not eat in two days.
Why can't I see how much is left?
Metal blocks light, which keeps coffee and tea fresher, but hides the level. Refill on a schedule rather than waiting to run out.
How do I stop mould in the bread bin?
Wipe it out weekly and let it air. Crumbs combined with humidity cause mould, not the bin itself.
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.