How to Use a Kilner Stainless Steel Easy Fill Funnel
By Kilner® - Iconic Glass Jars, Bottles & Equipment | Kilner® | Published: 2026-10-24
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to use the Kilner Stainless Steel Easy Fill Funnel for mess-free jar filling. Step-by-step guide for preserving, pickling, and bottling.
Quick answer
Place the Kilner Stainless Steel Easy Fill Funnel into the jar mouth, pour your liquid or solids through the wide top, and lift it straight up to avoid drips. The funnel's wide rim and stable base make one-handed filling simple.
Why the Easy Fill Funnel helps
Filling jars without a funnel often leads to spills on the rim or threads, which can prevent a proper seal. The Kilner Stainless Steel Easy Fill Funnel is designed to sit securely inside standard and wide-mouth jars, guiding contents directly into the opening. Its stainless steel construction resists rust and staining, making it suitable for hot liquids, vinegar-based brines, and sticky syrups alike.
When a funnel is not enough
Even with a good funnel, very thick mixtures—like chunky salsa or whole pickles—can bridge across the opening. For those, use the funnel as a guide but add ingredients in small batches, tapping the funnel gently to keep things moving. For extremely fine powders, a smaller mesh strainer may work better than a solid funnel.
Step-by-step guide: Using the Kilner Easy Fill Funnel
- 1. Prepare your jar and funnel: Wash and dry the jar and funnel. Place the funnel into the jar mouth so the tapered end sits just inside the rim. The funnel should feel stable and not wobble. A wobbly funnel means the jar mouth is too wide for the standard taper; hold it in place with your free hand.
- 2. Pour or ladle the contents: Pour liquid or spoon solid ingredients into the funnel's wide opening. Leave at least 1/2 inch headspace for most preserves. For hot liquids, pour slowly to avoid splashing. Overfilling past the funnel rim can cause liquid to run down the outside of the jar, defeating the purpose.
- 3. Lift the funnel straight up: Grasp the funnel by its rim and lift it vertically without tilting. Any tilt can drip liquid onto the jar threads or rim, which may prevent a proper seal. If you see liquid on the rim, wipe it clean with a damp cloth before applying the lid.
- 4. Wipe and store the funnel: Rinse the funnel under warm water immediately after use, especially if it held sticky or acidic contents. Dry thoroughly before storing. Leaving food residue to dry on stainless steel can cause stubborn stains; a quick rinse prevents this.
Product details
- Kilner® Stainless Steel Easy Fill Funnel: Made from durable materials designed to successfully preserve and pickle. Part of the Kilner accessories range. You can use it with hot brine, acidic pickling liquids, and repeated dishwasher cycles without worrying about rust or cracking.
Kilner® Stainless Steel Easy Fill Funnel
