Removing labels and stickers from product packages or jars, so as to reuse them, can become a real problem, whether it is paper adhesive labels or the packaging wrapping. In fact, if you prefer vegetables in glass, you can save the jars to reuse them by filling them with new preserves or sweet jams: but what to do if the label just doesn’t go away? Here are 5 simple and effective methods to remove labels from glass jars and bring them back to life.
How to Remove Labels from Glass Jars
Removing labels from glass jars may seem impossible, but with these 5 methods you will be able to reuse your jars quickly and effectively: once you have removed the label, remember to sterilize them, before unleashing your imagination and trying new savory preserves or sweets. Once the recipe has been prepared, don’t forget to use a new label in which to write what the jar contains and the packaging date. Finally, place the jars in a place suitable for their conservation.
1. White Vinegar
Fill a shallow container with white vinegar, then arrange the bottles and jars so that the entire label is covered in the vinegar: let them soak for 15 minutes or more. For stronger labels try heating the vinegar in the microwave or on the stove. Then, remove the container and gently peel off the label: if it has been soaked long enough, it should lift off easily. If not, let the containers soak a little longer. This method is ideal for most glass containers, but also for metal cans.
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2. Hot Water
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