Can the teapot hold the lid if you take out the infuser?
770764
Yes! That's one of the nice design features. I should mention that I didn't actually get the stainless steel one, it looks a little different, but I'm assuming the lid design is the same.
770765
Yes. The lid rests on another fitting on the pot and is independent of the infuser. You can remove the infuser once the tea brews to your taste.
770766
There is a metal insert to support the lid and to hold the infuser basket. You can remove the infuser without removing the insert.
698751
Yes, the tea strainer sits very deep in the pot with the lid over it. It can hold a good amount of tea, a teabag fits easily, and the lid fits recessed down in it so it also holds it in place. For a small teapot, this is actually a very roomy design.
111049
It doesn't have a separate strainer area at the base of the spout. I have seen other teapots with this feature but this one does not have it. I love the infuser.
548633
The lid is not permanently secured to the teapot. As with most glass teapots, the lid rests on top. I'd recommend holding the lid or taking it off when you don't have much left to pour.
2239942
Yep. FYI, the holes are kind of big, so it's not the best infuser for finer loose teas.
1679974
I didn't measure my infuser, but I am pretty sure it is less than 4 inches wide. You'd have to use a smaller mug, or just set the infuser in your large mug. As long as the infuser isn't completely submerged, I think it will still strain out the tea. I have never tried it with a large mug, though.
537734
Yes, assuming by kettle you mean a teapot? I have this one & several other similar infusers & I use them in teapots all the time. Hope this helps. :-)
1605946
The infuser part is the reason mine wouldn't close. Only gives about an inch clearance on the bottom.
1811483
Yes, the lid will work without the infuser. The steel band is part of the infuser. When you take infuser out of kettle the kettle is all glass. I am not sure about putting the kettle in microwave. Personally, I would not try it.
1138745
No, it cannot. You have to hold the lever down to keep the spout open. We are actually going to return this tea pot because it's already developing rust spots. we have had it for only a month and towel dry after each use as suggested by the manufacturer.
248940
Hi Laura, the inside of the pot is all porselen and has seven small holes built in at the base of the spout. No infuser. I put the tea directly into the pot and then use a strainer to capture the tea leaves when I pour. The top has a notch built in that you align with the pot and then give a turn to lock it in and keep the lid from falling off when you pour but it is hard to break the habit of holding it. Not sure it it will fit a tea ball as i do not have one to compare but the opening of the pot is 2-1/2" and the depth is about 3-1/2" with the base about 4-1/2". The overall height of the tea pot is about 6". Hope this helps. Hi Laura, the inside of the pot is all porselen and has seven small holes built in at the base of the spout. No infuser. I put the tea directly into the pot and then use a strainer to capture the tea leaves when I pour. The top has a notch built in that you align with the pot and then give a turn to lock it in and keep the lid from falling off when you pour but it is hard to break the habit of holding it. Not sure it it will fit a tea ball as i do not have one to compare but the opening of the pot is 2-1/2" and the depth is about 3-1/2" with the base about 4-1/2". The overall... » Read More Hi Laura, the inside of the pot is all porselen and has seven small holes built in at the base of the spout. No infuser. I put the tea directly into the pot and then use a strainer to capture the tea leaves when I pour. The top has a notch built in that you align with the pot and then give a turn to lock it in and keep the lid from falling off when you pour but it is hard to break the habit of holding it. Not sure it it will fit a tea ball as i do not have one to compare but the opening of the pot is 2-1/2" and the depth is about 3-1/2" with the base about 4-1/2". The overall height of the tea pot is about 6". Hope this helps. « Show Less
1763421
Yes, you can lift the infuser out of a mug with only one handle. Neither handle folds while lifting. It's designed with a spring like motion that secures the handles in the placement of your choice. It's quite versatile. I love it. Hope this helps.
1052030
I haven't, but if you wanted to you could put the tea bag in without the infuser and just let the string hang outside the pot. I've seen some Chinese restaurants do it like that with their tea pots.
98405
You can drink from the cup. The infuser actually lifts up inside so you don't have to have super strong tea. Works as a tea travel mug.
1327418
yes, there is a separate lid - so you either store the infuser in the pot and have the top stored or you store the infuser and have the lid for the pot
1539534
Yes , if it's a very fine leaf tea it will probably leak through the infuser holes.
1297373
The infuser basket is removable. I find that the basket is fine for bulky teas, just let the tea steep for longer and save on herbs in the long run! I do think that the basket could be replaced with a longer one but find it unnecessary do to the reason mentioned above. Less is more. : )