This Looks great but wonder if it's open at the top and will allow contaminants from the air to get in.
1054203
Yes, this has a opening. It's a spout ... a tiny spout, but still a spout. It's convenient to use when you are cooking and I've never seen anything 'get in', but I wouldn't use it to store all my oil.
1054204
Yes it does. It has a slightly tilted "neck" and it has a small opening at the end. I have no problem with anything getting inside the cruet.
1054205
It is open at the top. The top is bent so things can't just fall in. If I lived in the south or in places where there are bugs I might not like this product so much. Here in the Northwest, it is perfect. The drips from the spout go back into the container. I love this device.
1197904
Yes, it's by design. When the water rises it traps air like a bubble and seats into the top
28076
The only thing I can suggest is to use duct tape around any openings especially the top. It may not look pretty, but it should seal it for you. Since it is meant to be outdoors it should not leak if put together properly.
579482
ensure you have the top turned the right direction. There is a specific way it goes on so it does not leak.
409927
Mine has a small hole near the top, but not on the top. I believe that it should be open.
197047
no.. if you put a container on the top the water will just flow out ... to big an opening
2042647
Look through the top. If you can't tell, slightly lift the lid and look trying not to let all the steam out.
990308
No it's open. You could put something underneath it but there is no storage.
1552281
We have that same design in our entrance hall, and the top is open, and susceptible to moisture, etc. I'd have to say no on outdoor use, unless it's an enclosed patio, with some climate control.
176973
All openings are open. I would think plastic covering would make it look cheap
1934398
there should be a sort of cross slit in the spout, if you squeeze it together you may see it, otherwise it is hard to see it.
244634
The top is hollow. If I was to do this I would try to glue in a PVC insert to support the area and keep any liquid out.
1224950
No, it is open. Top comes off to put bag in it then fits around edge of can.
1022321
Air enters from the front and out the top. We don't position ours close to a wall but for no significant reason
46959
Yes. It looks like it has room. There's about an inch of clearance on both sides.
490411
Yes, that is how it can be filled with liquid. I believe I have pictures on my listing with the top of the unit removed looking inside.
491441
It is open. The space is filled in with the trundle when closed but there is no solid panel to block it from view or keep out, say, cats. :)