Storing food is not only a matter of aesthetics, but also food safety. Many people are used to leaving cereals, pasta and snacks in factory bags, simply folding the edge or securing it with a clothespin. However, this approach often leads to rapid food spoilage and mess. The use of special containers solves several problems at once, from prolonging freshness to saving space.
Extending shelf life
The main enemy of most products is oxygen and moisture. In an open factory package, the seal is broken, even if you use a clamp. Air oxidizes the fats in nuts and cookies, making them rancid, and moisture turns bulk products into lumps.
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High-quality containers with silicone seals create sealed environment.
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Breakfast cereals and spices stop losing their flavor.
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Bread and pastries remain soft longer without molding ahead of time.
Protection from food moths and pests
Cardboard boxes and thin polyethylene are not a barrier to insects. Food moths easily chew through packaging or penetrate through microscopic cracks. Transparent jars from glass or thick plastic securely isolate the contents. If there is an infected product in one of the containers, the pests will not be able to spread to the rest of the supplies, which will save your budget from global food disposal.
Visual control and savings
Opaque colored packs create “visual noise” on shelves and hide the actual amount of food. We often buy a third pack of buckwheat simply because we didn’t notice the previous two in the back of the cupboard.
The transparent walls of the containers allow you to instantly evaluate food supplies. You always see what’s running out and don’t waste money on unnecessary things. This helps you plan your menu and avoid spontaneous purchases that you then have to throw away.
Organization of space
Packages are difficult to fold evenly: they fall, crumble and take up a lot of space. Containers, especially rectangular or square shaped ones, are easy to stacked. This allows you to use the entire height of the shelf, doubling the useful space of the cabinet. The modular storage system makes the kitchen ergonomic, where every centimeter works for your comfort.
Switching to organized storage changes the perception of cooking and cleaning, making life easier and more enjoyable.
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