How to Create an Aluminum Foil Funnel

Reviewed by Renee Day

Last Updated: January 31, 2021

When trying to transfer liquids or oils from one container to another, pouring and mixing can get messy. If spouts are different sizes and you want to avoid dripping the liquid all over the counter (and yourself) consider using an easy-to-create funnel fashioned from aluminum foil.

Steps

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A file, flimsy, folder or piece of card will all be suitable.
Check to see if it fits in the container(s) you intend to use.

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You now have a funnel model ready for wrapping the aluminum foil around.
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Tear off a sheet of aluminum foil, slightly longer than the funnel model. You want a slightly longer sheet in case you need to adjust the size.
- Use only new foil for making the foil funnel. While you may want to repurpose the foil used to wrap last night’s meal, it will be weaker and may rip or tear.
Lightly tape one end of the foil to the funnel model. Wrap the foil around the model to create the foil funnel.
You may want to line the entire edge with tape to ensure it fully adheres.
You will be left with a perfectly formed aluminum foil funnel.
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Use funnel immediately. This funnel can be easily crushed or changed so it’s best to put it to use right away.
- Place a paper towel underneath the receptacle to avoid dripping (in case the funnel fails or liquid drips). Also place a paper towel underneath the funnel after removing it from the bottle.
- Push the funnel deeply into the bottle when transferring liquid to reduce the possibility of spillage.

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Also be sure, when inserting the funnel into whatever container you're trying to fill, to make a small "dent" in the foil, right where the foil meets the neck of the container. If you don't make this "little dent", air has no way of escaping the container as it's being filled, and can greatly increase the time it takes to fill your container.

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In some cases you can recycle your aluminum foil funnel by gently washing it with warm water and mild dish soap.

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Check for holes or rips in the foil before using (a hole or tear will defeat the purpose of having the funnel).

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Warnings

If using an aluminum foil funnel to transport poisonous or hazardous liquid, properly dispose immediately after use.

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Things You'll Need

Cardboard, plastic file or other suitable strong but flexible item for forming the funnel model
Tape (craft tape, masking tape, etc.); avoid using tape as strong as duct tape as it might rip the foil or card
Aluminum (aluminium) foil/kitchen foil
Scissors
Towel (use when pouring items)