Crate & Barrel
Mercer Canister
Best elegant storage for home cooks seeking both style and freshness.
The Mercer Canister offers a blend of refinement and rustic charm, perfect for your kitchen countertop. Crafted from white porcelain with a finely hammered surface, it catches the light beautifully. A slim handle ensures easy access to contents like flour or sugar, while the silicone gasket creates an airtight seal to keep them fresh. The unglazed bottom surface adds an artisanal touch and protects your shelves. This large canister complements other pieces in the Mercer collection, providing both style and functionality for your home.
$22.45
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1584
/ 3966
#1584 in Food Storage Containers
Price vs Category Average
-51%
Below average
Material
Porcelain, Silicone gasket
/ Porcelain, Silicone gasket
Who it's for
- Design enthusiasts seeking unique, handcrafted kitchen decor
- Home cooks prioritizing freshness for pantry staples
- Busy households needing low-maintenance, sturdy storage solutions
Who should skip it
- Minimalists requiring perfectly uniform, matching kitchen sets
- Clumsy cooks prone to bumping items against hard surfaces
- Users with limited grip strength or mobility issues
Performance breakdown
Airtight Seal Integrity
Silicone gasket provides reliable freshness for pantry staples like flour.
Aesthetic Appeal
Hammered porcelain finish brings sophisticated, rustic charm to any countertop.
Storage Capacity
Generous 85-ounce volume easily accommodates bulk dry goods and ingredients.
Ergonomic Handling
Slim handle design allows for quick, comfortable access during cooking.
Surface Protection
Unglazed base prevents scratching on delicate kitchen surfaces and countertops.
Maintenance Ease
Dishwasher-safe porcelain construction simplifies routine cleaning and upkeep.
Key Specs
Material
Porcelain, Silicone gasket
Capacity
85.5 oz.
Dishwasher Safe
Imported
Know before you buy
Yes, the canister is dishwasher safe, making it easy to clean between refills.
The lid features a silicone gasket that creates an airtight seal, which is ideal for preserving the freshness of pantry staples like flour, sugar, or coffee beans.
No, the unglazed bottom is designed to be smooth and safe for standard kitchen surfaces, providing a stable, artisanal base for the canister.
The Mercer Canister has a capacity of 85.5 ounces, which is large enough to hold a standard bag of flour or sugar comfortably.
While the surface has a textured, hammered finish, the porcelain material is easy to wipe clean with a damp cloth or run through the dishwasher.
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