Brilio.net - Plastic jars are often used as containers. The material is light, plastic jars are often chosen compared to jars made from other materials, such as glass. However, plastic jars are also susceptible to damage if used to store hot food ingredients.
One of the damages that often occurs is a hole in the jar . These holes can be caused by several factors. First, using jars made from plastic that is not resistant to high temperatures or certain chemicals can cause them to become brittle and susceptible to cracking or holes. Second, repeated friction or pressure on the surface of the jar can also cause holes in the jar.
Holes in plastic jars can cause air leaks, which can speed up the deterioration of food stored in them. Food also becomes stale or contaminated with bacteria and fungi. Therefore, it is important to check the jar periodically and replace it if holes or other damage is found.
Indeed, in general, a number of people will choose to immediately throw away a jar that has a hole in it. But instead of throwing it away, you can repair or patch the hole so that the jar is tight again and doesn't leak. A TikTok user @diy.lifehacks.id once gave this trick through one of the uploaded videos.
Reported by BrilioFood from the TikTok account @diy.lifehacks.id on Tuesday (28/5), he admitted that he did not use glue when patching the hole in the plastic jar. However, there is one simple tool that is considered more effective in closing holes in plastic jars.
How to patch a hole in a plastic jar so that it is leak-proof using just 1 simple tool.
The tool used to patch the jar is cable ties. Apart from cable ties, he also prepared supporting tools such as paper insulation and matches.
photo: TikTok/@diy.lifehacks.id
How to use it, stick the insulation into the hole in the jar. Next, prepare the cable ties and burn the cables using a lighter.
photo: TikTok/@diy.lifehacks.id
While it is burning, pour the melted cable right into the hole in the jar. At this stage, you need to close the hole from the outside. Do this process until the hole in the jar is completely covered by the melted cable ties.
"Like we solder," said TikTok @diy.lifehacks.id.
photo: TikTok/@diy.lifehacks.id
If all parts of the hole are covered by melted cable, let it sit until it cools. When cold, the cable ties will immediately harden and merge with the plastic jar. That way, the hole is completely closed and the jar will no longer leak.
Then when it dries, turn the jar over. Then remove the insulation on the inside of the paper. That way, the jar is ready to be used again. Even though it is filled with water or other liquid objects, the jar does not release any water. This indicates that the plastic jar hole is completely closed and leak-proof.
Tips for eliminating the musty smell in plastic food jars.
The musty smell of plastic jars can be an annoying problem, especially if the jars are used to store food. Eliminating the musty smell in plastic food jars can be done in several ways. Here are some tips that you can try.
1. Wash with warm water and soap.
Wash the jar thoroughly with warm water and soap to remove food debris and odor-causing bacteria.
2. Use a vinegar solution.
Soak the jar in a solution of warm water and vinegar for several hours. Vinegar can help remove musty odors.
3. Baking soda.
Sprinkle a little baking soda into the cleaned jar and let it sit overnight before rinsing. Baking soda can absorb unpleasant odors.
4. Lime or lemon.
Rub a lime or lemon wedge into the inside of the jar, leave for a moment before rinsing. Lime or lemon has antibacterial properties and provides a fresh aroma.
5. Ground coffee.
Sprinkle some ground coffee into a cleaned jar and leave overnight before rinsing. Ground coffee can absorb unpleasant odors.
6. Activate charcoal.
Place some activated charcoal in a jar and leave overnight before rinsing. Activated charcoal can absorb unpleasant odors.
7. Use fabric softener.
Mix a small amount of fabric softener with warm water, then use this mixture to wash the jar. Clothes softener can help remove musty odors.
8. Mint leaves.
Put some fresh mint leaves in a jar and leave overnight before rinsing. Mint leaves have a refreshing aroma.
9. Aeration.
After cleaning the jar, leave it open in a sheltered, airy place to remove the musty smell. Always make sure the jar is completely dry before reusing it to store food.