Teapot

Heat-resistant glass teapots allow you to watch the brewing process from start to finish, while steel teapots allow you to keep the heat inside for a long time. IKEA also offers models made of special materials, such as ceramic teapots that will add extra flavour to your tea or cast iron teapots that will last for a long time.

Storing and cleaning teapots is as important as using them. IKEA prefers easy-to-clean materials and develops designs for practical use. Thanks to the removable strainer inside the teapot, you can easily clean the teapot after you finish your tea. There are also red teapot and enamelled teapot models that you can use as a stylish accessory in your home with its design.

The single teapot options in our collection are ideal for those who prefer a personal tea experience. With these small and stylish teapots, you can brew tea specially for your own cup. Our large teapot teapot or aluminium teapot models make your job easier when serving tea to more than one person. IKEA, which prioritises practicality, offers a variety of products according to the needs of all tea lovers.

In addition to brewing tea and coffee, you can also use IKEA teapots for herbal teas. Our herbal tea infuser models are specially designed to bring out the flavours in the best possible way. You can create stylish and functional sets by examining our glass teapot and tea plate models designed for modern kitchens.

What are the types of teapots?

The teapot types you can find at IKEA include steel teapots, glass teapots, porcelain teapots and cast iron teapots. Each product allows you to brew your tea with a different experience. Special teapots such as herbal tea teapot, heat-resistant glass teapot and glass teapot with strainer are ideal for tea and coffee lovers. These products maximise the taste of your beverages and add elegance to your kitchen decoration with their different materials and designs.

While steel teapots are known for their durability and ability to maintain the temperature for a long time, glass teapots allow you to observe the brewing process, allowing you to brew your tea at the exact time you want. Porcelain teapots ensure homogeneous distribution of heat and are preferred to reveal delicate tea flavours. Cast iron teapots, on the other hand, are inspired by Japanese tea culture, preserve the flavour of the tea in the best way and keep it hot for a long time.

There are also aluminium teapots, enamel teapots and ceramic teapots. Aluminium teapots stand out with their lightness and robust structure. Enamelled teapots are known for their fast response to heat and offer an aesthetically attractive appearance. Ceramic teapots are timeless pieces that match any kitchen decoration and tea cups with their classic look.

Options such as single teapots and tea infuser sets offer ideal solutions for single use or large groups. Single teapots attract attention with their small and practical use, while teapot sets are perfect for when you want to host several people. Pressure teapot models also save time by allowing you to brew your tea quickly.

What should be considered when buying a teapot?

The most important factor to consider when choosing a teapot is the material of the teapot. Steel teapots retain heat well, while glass teapots allow you to observe the brewing process thanks to their transparency. Porcelain teapots can be fragile, but consider the design and durability you like. The quality of the strainer in the teapot is also important for long-term use.

The size of the teapot can also vary depending on how many people you will be making tea or coffee for on a regular basis. Larger teapot models may be suitable for large families or those who often host guests, while smaller single teapots are ideal for single or double use. The ability of cast teapots to retain heat longer or the aesthetic appearance of enamelled teapots are other factors to consider when choosing.

Tea can stain in or on the teapot over time. For this reason, the material used in the teapot has a great effect on the cleaning process. Copper teapots and ceramic teapots require different maintenance methods, while heat-resistant glass teapots are easier to clean. During the installation phase, the ease of use of the teapot strainer and teapot lids should not be ignored. When choosing a teapot, attention should also be paid to the inner surface features that may affect the flavour of the tea.

Choosing a teapot suitable for your cooking method can improve your brewing quality. By using a pressure teapot, you can have a different experience of brewing tea under pressure. Likewise, using a tea infuser can keep your tea at the desired temperature longer. These details will facilitate your daily use and make your tea brewing ritual more practical.

For those looking for modern designs, there are colourful and stylish options such as red teapots or aluminium teapots. Such models can also function as a decorative element in your kitchen. IKEA offers a wide range of tea jars and teapots for every taste, complementing your kitchen elegance.

Which drinks can be brewed with a teapot?

Our teapots are suitable for brewing a variety of beverages. In addition to classic black teas, you can also brew aromatic herbal teas. It is also possible to brew coffee with our filter coffee teapot options. By using a ceramic teapot, you can provide an ideal environment for brewing delicate teas such as green tea. Ceramic distributes the heat evenly, allowing the tea to be brewed without burning the leaves. Cast iron teapots are suitable for teas that require long brewing times. Cast iron teapots retain heat very well and preserve all the aromas and flavours of the tea throughout the day.

Heat-resistant glass teapots turn the brewing process into a visual feast thanks to their transparency. Such models are preferred for brewing visually impressive teas, such as blossoming teas. Glass teapots with strainers are ideal for fine-leaf white teas and other delicate teas, as they facilitate the brewing process and allow the flavour to come through better.

Stylish and practical, the aluminium teapot allows you to brew your tea quickly thanks to its fast heat transfer. This is ideal for situations where you need to prepare your tea quickly in the morning. Colourful teapot options such as red teapots can also add colour to your kitchen decoration and make your tea brewing ritual more enjoyable.

How to clean the inside of the teapot?

As a result of brewing teas or other beverages using copper teapots and enamelled teapots, tea residues and stains may form in the teapot over time. These residues can negatively affect the aesthetics and functionality of the teapot. Therefore, regular and proper cleaning will prolong the life of your teapot and preserve the quality of the beverages brewed in it. Generally, when cleaning your copper teapots and enamelled teapots, it is recommended that you pour warm water into it and gently clean it with a gentle detergent using a soft sponge. Since the surface of these materials is sensitive to scratching, it is necessary to avoid cleaning tools with metal wire or hard surfaces.

Since cast iron teapots are made of special materials, their cleaning also requires special methods. Cast iron teapots usually have a kind of protective coating on their inner surfaces. This coating prevents the teapot from rusting and prevents your drinks from getting a metallic taste. Abrasive detergents should never be used to clean a cast teapot, and a mild cleaning should be done with water and detergent. Tea stains on cast iron teapots can be persistent and in this case, soaking the teapot in room temperature water overnight can soften the stains. The next day, the teapot can be gently cleaned with a soft sponge.

Some types of ceramic teapots and porcelain teapots also require special cleaning. Since ceramic and porcelain teapots are generally non-porous, tea stains are less likely to adhere to their surfaces. However, in case of stains, it may be effective to use natural acidic solutions such as lemon juice, leave it on the stains for a while and then wash it with warm water.

Teapots made of metals such as aluminium teapots and steel teapots are generally more durable and easy to clean. The surfaces of such teapots are treated to be resistant to rust. However, metallic surfaces may become dull over time and need to be polished. In order to polish metallic surfaces, applying a paste made of a mixture of baking soda and water to the surface of the teapot and rubbing it with a soft cloth can bring back the first day's shine of the surface.

How to install a teapot strainer?

The teapot strainer is ideal for herbal tea teapots and fine-leaf teas. You can use a glass teapot with a strainer or another model by placing your strainer so that it fits the spout of the teapot. When using the strainers, it is important to place them carefully so that the leaves do not overflow out of the teapot and the flavour of your drink is properly revealed.

Another importance of installing a strainer is that it allows you to control the brewing process by preventing the tea leaves from circulating freely in the teapot. When brewing tea, you can adjust the brewing time and the strength of the tea by placing the tea leaves in the strainer. If you are using a ceramic teapot, it holds the heat well and prolongs the brewing time of your tea.

When installing the teapot strainer, make sure that the strainer fits snugly around the edges of the teapot. If the strainer does not fit the teapot properly, pieces of tea leaves may come out of the teapot and spoil the taste of your tea. Therefore, you should analyse the size of the strainer and the size of the teapot well. If you are using a large cast iron teapot, you should choose a strainer of the appropriate size.

When placing the strainer in the teapot, it is recommended to place the strainer near the mouth of the teapot, not at the bottom. This allows the tea leaves to brew more effectively and find a better movement area in the teapot. When you use a heat-resistant glass teapot, you can see and control the strainer more easily.

A good strainer facilitates the brewing process and ensures that the tea is clearer. Since strainers are usually made of materials such as stainless steel, they do not leave any foreign substances in the taste of tea. When used with teapots made of steel, such as steel teapots, the strainer works in harmony with the teapot and perfects your tea.

How to clean a burnt teapot?

Cleaning burnt teapots is a fairly simple process with the right techniques. Firstly, soaking the teapot in hot water for half an hour softens the burnt marks. This process helps to easily remove tea layers or other substances left inside. Adding a few drops of washing-up liquid to the soaking water will also help dissolve grease and other stains.

After this pre-treatment, you can proceed to scrubbing with natural cleaners such as baking soda and vinegar. These materials are very effective in removing stubborn burn marks on the surface of the teapot. Baking soda acts as a natural abrasive, while vinegar has acidic properties that help dissolve stains. Apply the paste-like mixture you will prepare by mixing the two to the burnt parts of the teapot, leave it for a few minutes and then rub it with a soft sponge.

Sometimes burn marks can be deeper and stubborn. In such cases, it may be necessary to repeat the cleaning process several times. To clean without damaging the surface of the teapot, you can use a plastic or silicone spatula instead of a metal one. This is important for materials such as patterned porcelain teapots and enamelled teapots where there is a risk of scratching.

How to polish a steel teapot?

There are various methods for polishing your steel teapots. Steel cleaners contain specially formulated ingredients, which will give you a shiny result. It is also possible to polish your steel teapots with some natural ingredients in your home. You can mix some vinegar with water and apply this mixture on your teapot with a cloth to add shine. The paste-like cleaner that you will prepare by mixing baking soda and lemon juice helps to remove stains on steel surfaces and provides a natural shine.

Microfibre cloths are ideal for water stains and fingerprints that may form on steel teapots over time. Microfibre cloths allow you to clean quickly and effectively without damaging the steel surfaces. If there are stubborn stains on the surface of the teapot, you can use a small amount of toothpaste to gently rub these stains. The mild abrasive substances in toothpaste are effective in removing stubborn stains on steel surfaces.

When polishing your steel teapots, you should make sure that the materials you use do not damage your teapot. It is important to prefer more natural products that will not scratch the surface of the teapot instead of heavy cleaners with chemical ingredients. Rinsing and drying the teapot well after the cleaning process prevents the formation of water stains and keeps your teapot like new for a long time.

How to remove tea stains from the teapot?

Tea stains that form over time in the teapot are quite common and can be difficult to remove. Our first recommendation for removing these stains is to use lemon salt. Lemon salt is very effective in dissolving tea stains thanks to its acidic properties. For this, mix some lemon salt with warm water and pour it into the teapot and leave it for a while. You can then clean the teapot by rubbing it with a light brush.

Vinegar is also one of the natural solutions you can use to remove tea stains. White vinegar is very effective in dissolving tea stains with acetic acid in it. You can try filling your teapot with vinegar water and leave it for a few hours. At the end of the time, you can clean your teapot with a normal wash.

In some cases, tea stains can be more stubborn, for such cases you can use a mixture of baking soda and vinegar. Baking soda works as a natural abrasive while vinegar dissolves the stain. Apply this mixture to the stained area, leave it for a few hours and then wash your teapot. For stubborn stains, you should not neglect to deep clean your teapots regularly.

Teapots should usually be washed in a short time after the tea brewing process. However, over time, tea sediments accumulated in the teapot can cause stains by fixing to the surface of the teapot. To prevent these stains, it is important to wash and dry the teapot with hot water after each use. In this way, you can extend the life of your teapot and maintain the brewing quality. Long-term cleaning should be carried out without damaging the material and structure of the teapot. With a sparkling steel teapot, you can crown your tea pleasure with IKEA quality.