A lid that’s too tight can quickly become annoying… Especially when you’re in a hurry! If you’re one of those people who has a lot of jars in your kitchen, it’s a good idea to use one of these tips so you can finally open your glass jar from now on… without using too much force!
How do I open a jar with a stuck lid?
1. Open a jar with a hard but thin object
One of the most popular tricks for opening a suction cup lid is to force it. All you need is a blunt knife, fork, or other hard but thin object at hand. How to do it? Gently place it in the space between the glass and the lid and lift it until you hear a “hissing” sound. However, be careful not to damage the jar, as it will not be reusable afterwards.
2. Open a jar by tapping the lid against a counter
Alternatively, you can also tap the lid several times against a counter, the floor or the kitchen table.
3. Open a jar with boiling water
If you want to be sure not to damage the jar when opening it, use boiling water. This is a popular (and recommended) way to unlock lids. How to do it? Nothing could be simpler: place the jar upside down in a pan of hot water, wait a few minutes, then take it out and wipe it. It will then open easily.
4. Open a jar with a wooden spoon
This is one of the simplest techniques: hold the jar in one hand and take the wooden spoon in the other. Use it to tap the bottom of the screwed jar and the edges of the cap. After a few taps, the lid can finally be unscrewed.
5. Open a jar with rubber gloves
If your hands slip on the jar, you can use rubber gloves to open it. This will give you a much stronger grip and make it easier to open the screw-top jar.
6. Open a jar with tape
You’ll need gray tape to open the cap this way. Cut about 25 cm of tape from the roll, stick one end to the lid, and grasp the other with your hand. Then, hold the jar and pull gently. The lid should open immediately.
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