The pot is well finished and the filter is perfect for finer teas. The opening is large enough for cleaning. Since the pot is glazed from the inside, it can be cleaned very well. The material ensures that the tea cools relatively slowly. Better than in glass jugs, for example. The spout does not drip. Perfect for everyday office use. And so far, she has my ungentle way to rinse them in ceramic hand basin and thereby constantly to offend somewhere, survived without damage. The color is a matter of taste, but low maintenance. The color appears in the flesh the way brighter.