I thought the middle raised part is flat but it is slanted all around. Because of that teapots do not seat on it well. This also becomes tricky as if I put the teapots off the center, it may fall and break. So, although I am keeping this product, I am not fully satisfied with this product. it is ok.
Exactly as described. Great quality as usual, has a nice weight to it. Tangpin makes great stuff.