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What is the difference between a tea infuser and a tea strainer?
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A tea infuser is a container with small holes that lets you put tea inside and submerge it in water to steep. A tea strainer is a cup-shaped instrument with small holes that rests over a cup. Fill it with tea and pour hot water through to brew your tea. Tea infusers are better for teas that need a longer steeping time, while tea strainers are better for teas that need a shorter steeping time. Shop an array of tea infusers and strainers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Silver tea strainer with embossed Puttis
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver tea strainer with embossed Puttis, bows, wreaths and profusely defined palms
Category
20th Century European Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver
Silver tea strainer with reliefs and applications
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver tea strainer with reliefs and applications. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese
Category
20th Century European Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver
20th Century George VI Sterling Silver Tea Strainer
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage George VI English sterling silver tea strainer; an addition to our
Category
Vintage 1940s English Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Silver tea strainer with relief on the edges
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver tea strainer with relief on the edges. Metal: Silver. Origin: Spanish. Brand
Category
20th Century European Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver
Silver tea strainer with rim and hinged handle
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver tea strainer with rim and hinged handle. Metal: Silver. Origin: French. Brand
Category
Antique 19th Century European Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver
Octagonal silver tea strainer with chestnut wood handle
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Octagonal silver tea strainer with chestnut wood handle. Metal: Silver. Origin: French
Category
Antique 19th Century European Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver


