Description
The Dualit Classic 4 Slice Toaster in Sandstone (40579) is a perfect expression of British craftsmanship, built to deliver exceptional performance, longevity, and timeless style. Handmade in the UK by skilled artisans, this iconic toaster combines a robust stainless-steel body with cast aluminium ends and Dualit’s award-winning ProHeat® elements to ensure perfectly even toasting, slice after slice.
Finished in an elegant Sandstone tone, it adds a warm, modern aesthetic to any kitchen while remaining true to Dualit’s heritage design. Every toaster is individually assembled, tested, and proudly signed on the base plate by the craftsman who built it—an unmistakable mark of quality and care.
Handmade Excellence
Each Dualit Classic Toaster is hand-assembled from start to finish in Dualit’s West Sussex factory, reflecting over 70 years of British engineering expertise. This hands-on approach guarantees precision, durability, and attention to detail that mass-produced toasters simply cannot match.
Fully Repairable & Sustainably Built
Designed with longevity at its core, the Dualit Classic is fully repairable. Every major component—including heating elements, timer, and selector switches—can be replaced, dramatically extending the toaster’s lifespan and reducing waste. It’s a sustainable investment built to last for decades, not years.
Consistent, Precision Toasting
Patented ProHeat® elements provide even heat distribution for reliable browning across all four slots. The energy-efficient slot selector lets you heat one, two, three, or all four slots as needed, helping reduce unnecessary power consumption.
A mechanical timer gives you full control over browning, while the manual ejector lever allows you to check toast mid-cycle or keep it warm until serving.
Designed for Versatility
With extra-wide 28 mm slots, the toaster easily accommodates thick slices, artisan bread, bagels, and buns. Dedicated bagel/bun and defrost settings add flexibility for everyday use, while the high-lift mechanism ensures small items can be removed safely.
Thoughtful details such as a removable crumb tray, adjustable rear foot, and non-slip feet make it practical as well as stylish. The toaster is also compatible with Dualit sandwich cages and warming racks, expanding its functionality even further.
Key Features
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Handmade in the UK with individual assembler’s mark
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Fully repairable, sustainable construction
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Award-winning patented ProHeat® elements
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Energy-efficient slot selector (1–4 slots)
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Mechanical timer with manual eject lever
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Extra-wide 28 mm slots for thick bread and bagels
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Bagel/bun and defrost functions
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High-lift mechanism for small items
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Removable crumb tray and adjustable rear foot
Specifications
General
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Brand: Dualit
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Model: 40579
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Product Type: 4 Slice Toaster
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Colour: Sandstone
Performance
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Power: 2.2 kW
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Output: Up to 130 slices per hour
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Technology: Patented ProHeat® elements
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Slot Selector: 1, 2, 3, or 4 slots
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Defrost Function: Yes
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Bagel/Bun Setting: Yes
Design & Build
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Materials: Stainless steel body, cast aluminium ends
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Slot Dimensions: 30 mm (W) × 135 mm (L)
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Timer: Mechanical
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High-Lift Mechanism: Yes
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Crumb Tray: Removable
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Replaceable Parts: Yes
Dimensions & Weight
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Dimensions (W × D × H): 36 × 21 × 22 cm
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Weight: 4.25 kg
Additional Information
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Handmade in the UK
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ProHeat® elements guaranteed for 2 years
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Compatible with Dualit sandwich cage & warming rack
Why Choose the Dualit Classic 4 Slice Toaster in Sandstone?
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Handmade British craftsmanship, signed by its assembler
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Built to last with fully repairable components
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ProHeat® technology for even, consistent toasting
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Energy-efficient slot selection
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Elegant Sandstone finish for timeless kitchen style
The Dualit Classic 4 Slice Toaster – Sandstone 40579 is more than a toaster—it’s a long-term investment in quality, sustainability, and iconic British design.