I just received the teapot. To clean, it completely dismantles. Very convenient! The metal filter down low enough so no need to fill the teapot so that the infused tea. It is solid and very design of glass and silver metal. The filter is easily removed thanks to a small cove. The teapot holds heat well tea. If I met, this is the equivalent of 4 large tea mugs. Very happy with my purchase! Excellent price / quality ratio. I recommend it.