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7 ways to open a tightly screwed jar lid

It happens that you just can’t open a jar with a screw cap. In order not to ask for help, you can open it using one of the suggested methods. Some of them will help you open a jar without any effort at all.

Method 1. Equalize the pressure with a knife


For jars that have not yet been opened, the lid does not twist due to low pressure inside. You just need to pick up its edge with a knife so that air can enter it.
Equalize the pressure with a knife

After such manipulation the bank will open 100%. The disadvantage of this method is that this lid is no longer suitable for re-canning homemade preparations; the jar itself will remain intact.
The jar is open

Method 2. Pull the tape


Open the jar with tape

Tape is glued to half the circumference of the lid. By pulling it, it can be opened. This will require effort, but more developed muscles, so everything will work out.
Tape is glued to half the circumference of the lid

Scotch tape opened the can

Method 3. Use a sticky pad


Using a sticky backing

If you can't open the jar because your fingers are sliding on the lid, take a piece of tape and fold it in half lengthwise, sticky side out. Next it is wrapped around the lid. With such a sticky lining, your fingers will no longer slip, so it will be easier to open the jar.
take a piece of tape and fold it in half lengthwise

With such a sticky lining, your fingers will no longer slip off.

Method 4. Turn over and support the can


You can turn the jar over and rest the lid on a non-slip surface. By pressing on the bottom and supporting the lid from the sides with your fingers, it will be much easier to turn and open it.
Turn over and support the can

Method 5. Use rubber bands


Use rubber bands to open the jar

When the jar and lid slide in your hands, you can pull a bunch of rubber bands on each of them for money. The rubber is non-slip, making it easier to grip and turn the lid.
Opened the jar using rubber bands

Method 6. Rubber glove


You can wear a rubber glove on your hand holding the lid. With it, your fingers will not slip, and it will be easier to open.
Open a can using rubber gloves

Method 7. Knock on the lid


You can tap the lid from the sides and top with the handle of a knife. This will help loosen the threads so that the force applied will be enough to screw the cap off.
Opening the jar by tapping

Using these tips, you can open any jar. The first method will help if it was not opened at all and is held in place due to the difference in pressure, and the rest will also help if it was simply twisted too tightly.

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Comments (2)
  1. Krasichkov Andrey Georgievich
    #1 Krasichkov Andrey Georgievich Guests December 29, 2020 20:01
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    Have you tried hot water? Pour hot water over the lid and it will open!
  2. Vladimir Spiridonov
    #2 Vladimir Spiridonov Guests 30 December 2020 19:20
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    Place the jar horizontally and roll it on the table, pressing the lid with your palm.
    The lid is slightly deformed, letting air in, and even a child can unscrew it.

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