Does this oven's lid seat tightly (no gaps) onto the main body? (I.e., no bumps or anything allowing steam to escape.)
248095
The weight of the lid is more than adequate for sealing purposes. This is my "go yo" vessel for braising, soups, etc. Like most braising pots, it does not have a lock down capacity. (e.g. pressure cooker) This pot functions as well as the more expensive Le Creuset pots I've used.
248096
The lid fits tightly and seals well. No steam escapes unless you plan it that way by not seating the lid tightly.
248097
The seal is just fine but you must understand that at the temperature that they are used at, a lot of the fluid in the pot cooks down by the time you've finished cooking anyway. If that's not what you want you'll have to use another cooking technique...
248098
The lid fits well, but I can't say if it would hold in all steam. It should hold in most of the steam though because it is very heavy and fits firmly. I've only used it once though because it's so heavy that it's difficult for me to lift. I didn't use the lid that one time though so I can't say from firsthand experience if it seals all gaps.
297106
The lid just sits on top and does not attach. It is heavy enough to stay in place. There is a little venting of oil/steam that comes out of the small vent on the lid and very little from the butter melting area. We do not use the butter melting option so I'm not sure what happens when you do.
1090665
My lid does not fit tight but it has not affected the cooking process. I steam a variety of vegetables in it every day and it works quickly and great!
2001836
Mine is somewhat loose, but I think that might be part of the design to let some of the steam out. It really works great.
904065
There is a metal piece under the lid vent mechanism and it feels like there may be a metal ring around the outer edge. The lid itself is great for those odd shaped pots. I have used mine on a 12" skillet and it fits perfectly. I don't think I would use it in the microwave and definitely not in the oven.
826892
It has a lid that fits well. It will hold the heat in but steam will escape. So i guess that depends on what you mean by tight fitting?
2169046
No it does not. And I fill it to the top with some dense recipes. Also when full and trying to move it it'll bow a little until u set it down again in the oven. It holds it shape very well.
1014995
Yes, as shown in the picture. Not so much as to not leak but fits tight. There are steam vents in the lid. If you reverse the lid from what is shown you can fill and steam more veggies, but the lid does not fit as tight. I have had no regrets in buying and using this item. I have given it as a gift which the receiver has been equally as happy with. Might just get me another one.
632249
The lid is not a very tight fit as this would cause pressure build up.I never had an issue with the insert,it fits fine in the unit but not tight it does not move however. Hope this helps.
1821816
Yes, the glass lid has a small vent hole to help keep lid from steaming up.
1571620
Yes it is. I recommend putting the lid at the bottom and then the Dutch oven in top of the lid. That way the legs won't tear the cover with time. At the same time you give the Dutch oven ventilation. I have had mine for two years with good amount of use back and forth and have not had a problem.
2275252
The inner cover has an aluminum base. It will never come in contact with the food due to the polished stainless steel inner lid in between. The steam that passes through the inner lid is also is directed to the overflow cup and not back into the food.
2001835
mine does too, but if you look closer, there doesn't appear to leaking steam. working well.
1531846
Yes it does. It provides a very even heat throughout the base of the roaster. When using the lid as a roasting pan it also provides an even heat. I use to sell waterless cookware and this measures with the best.
780931
Zoey, a bit of steam does escape but not much. The only issue I have: the cover is almost heavier than the pot! It's fine for braising and browning.
1038531
There is no hole. Steam comes out the edges of the lid.Parenthetically, having a steam vent is not the cause of sputtering. That would be overfilling and/or a dirty pot and/or unwashed rice.
202570
Actually, around the small center disc are several open areas (inner side of the lid) which allow steam to escape.Excellent product btw.