What Is The UK’s Best Storage Jar?
In this guide we’ll look at the best storage jars for the UK market.
We’ve compared design, material, seal effectiveness and cost
to give you our top recommendations.
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Storage Jar Buyer’s Guide
Storage jars are an essential and practical kitchen aid. They can organise dry and wet goods and create a stylish display on shelving or units.
Unsure what to look for when it comes to the best storage jars? Check out this buyer’s guide.
Material
Kitchen storage jars are almost always made of glass. The best glass to choose is food-grade high-quality borosilicate glass.
Borosilicate glass is a toughened glass product which is more durable and will stand up to the wear and tear of kitchen life. It is also both heat and cold resistant so can be used in the fridge or the microwave, as well as for the storage of dry goods.
Size
Storage jar sets are often intentionally uniform in size for those who want to store a range of similar ingredients like herbs and spices or baking items.
Other sets are mixed height and size to accommodate a variety of goods which may be different shapes and sizes.
Remember, smaller jars with narrower necks will always be trickier to clean.
Design
The main focus of storage jar design is the quality of the glass and the secure airtight seal of the lid.
There are lots of different lid fastenings from a simple screw top with a rubber seal, to the classic Kilner style clip and lock design.
It is also important to choose a style that is reasonably easy to clean. Storage jars which give you easy access to their inner recesses, for proper hygienic washing, are the best for this. This is particularly important if you vary what you store in them.