I bought a new vacuum sealer to store and freeze meats and leftovers, but after I cut the bags, I have a hard time opening the two layers of the bag. I got so frustrated the last time I just threw the bag away and went to the store and bought freezer bags. I'd really like to use the vacuum sealer, though. Does anyone have any tips?
Hi, I had the same problem. put scotch tape on the outer sides of the bag (about 1 inch apart) then just pull & they come right apart. Works for me all the time. Dorothy
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05/26/2009
I like Foodsaver brand the best, they don't have the two layer thing.
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05/19/2009
I want to buy a food vac sealer but don't know what is best brand. Price isn't an issue.
By Maureen (Guest Post)
01/13/2005
WHat we do with ours is take 2 small pieces of scotch tape (about 1" ea.) put them on opposite sides of the bag and pull apart
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01/08/2005
What brand did you use? If you use the food saver brand it is very easy. They are a little more expensive but can be reused.
By syd (Guest Post)
01/08/2005
Perhaps you are not cutting far enough from the vacuum seal. When you cut the bag air will immediately enter the bag.
I have never had this problem,
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01/07/2005
Try wetting your thumb and index finger, and rubbing in opposite directions with the bag between. This works in the market, too, for opening plastic produce bags.