Product Review: Lock & Lock Storage Containers

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Product: Lock and Lock plastic food storage containers.

Cost: Varies according to size.

I bought one Lock and Lock container about a year ago to try it and see if it would help us. We have such a problem in summer here with humidity getting into our food and ruining it. Also food going stale. And also tiny tiny bugs getting into everything.

Anyway, I looked at the Lock and Lock in the store. It has a good gasket seal around it and seemed to lock securely. So I brought it home and tried it with a sleeve of saltines. Normally within a week of opening a sleeve it's stale, and if I put it in any other container, it might last another week.

But with the Lock and Lock I have crackers in there now that I opened 2 months ago and ate some last night and they were as crisp as if they were brand new! I have since bought many more containers of all sizes and keep just about everything in them. Sugar, creamer, tea bags, brown sugar (doesn't get hard either), noodles, raisins, cereal, just to name a few. My trucker husband even keeps some in his truck to keep some of his foods in. He especially likes them for his snacks because the container is easy for him to open and close while he's driving. And it keeps his food fresh longer even with the heat and humidity that he has to deal with out there on the road.

I've noticed lately that another brand has come out with them too that are a little cheaper. I plan on trying those too. But I'm constantly buying them. I even keep my dog food and dog treats in them!

By Cricketnc from Parkton, NC

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I have so many pieces of Lock and Lock I get all mine from QVC they have sets and so many different pieces and colors they egg carton, bread holder, cake holders they have a full hr of Lock and lock from time to time,but you can see it all on line at QVC.com (06/16/2009)

By lindau

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If you are storing wheat or flour products of any type place a couple of Bay Leafs inside the containers like top and bottom even one in the middle and you will not have bugs. Also you can toss a few in your cupboard and it keeps the pesty bugs out of there too! I also use them in my food storage bins for Emergency Prep Food. (06/16/2009)

By chuck j

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I noticed that Thrifty Fun wanted tips to organize your pantry...mine is simply lock 'n locks. Air tight and water tight. I too noticed that Rubbermaid is now making them and I believe that they are made in the USA. I'd try them, but I really have enough lock 'n locks already. They are great! (06/17/2009)

By kghsave

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Was able to get 'Lock & Lock' at Walmart! Had been buying the imitation ones and I can see no difference between them, except the lower price of the imitations! (06/17/2009)

By JoanDogs

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I love Lock and Lock Storage! They are also great for use in a cooler because they are absolutely water tight. My husband also uses them to take soup to work for lunch. I have also used a brand called Snapware that is a little more "nestable" than the original Lock and Lock. They sell Lock and Lock on QVC in some unique configurations. If you really like them it's a good place to look if you have a specific food storage need. (07/10/2009)

By mandy500

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LOVE this tip. Will get some for sure. Hey, how about one or two for keeping make-up in? I have read keeping your makeup in the bathroom shortens and damages makeup because of the humidity. Being that the Lock n Locks are airtight. Gonna' get some tomorrow! (08/20/2009)

By Armywife22

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A Frugal, Green-Living Food Tip and Product Review:

As you can see, I had a difficult time deciding exactly what category in which to list this tip. After reading this, perhaps you'll understand why.

It started with a Friday night dinner at a friend's house. As she was putting the salad together I remarked that I didn't know how she had worked all day and was then able to cut up all the veggies so quickly. Her secret is "Lock & Lock" reusable storage containers. She said she had done it all on Sunday! Usually one thinks of brown-edged, limp lettuce, but this was as fresh as if she had just prepared it. She purchased her set(s) from a TV shopping program.

I discovered them at JC Penney and waited for a sale. I have two sets and am planning to buy more. They come in various sizes and shapes. You can buy a set or just what you think you'll use the most. They are freezer safe. I keep several of my empty whipped topping, margarine, etc. containers in a bin in a storage area for sending leftovers home with family and friends; otherwise, that jumble of mis-matched plastic that flows out of your cabinets is thrown into the re-cycle bin.

I have a head of lettuce in one that has been in there for well over a week and it is as fresh as it was when I put it in there. Another good use I've made of them is to store the facial cleansing towels and diaper wipes because I have had too many to dry out before I could use them up.

I have tried similar products, but they don't perform as well as these.

By Sandy from Elon, NC

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I completely agree. These containers are great! You can get them at Walmart now, probably a bit cheaper then JC Penney. (05/13/2009)

By lady jewls

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Lock and Lock's are wonderful. I have purchased several sets from QVC and use them for everything. I have one with a handle that I keep crayons and markers - one for my homemade laundry soap - craft and sewing items. Nothing spills. Of course, they are in daily use for food storage. Well worth the $$ and they are really good quality. (05/13/2009)

By jrringg

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I too love them! I bought my first ones at QVC then found some at Wally World (aka:Walmart). The best storage containers I have ever used, and believe it or not my husband doesn't mind me buying them as he loves them also. I am emptying out my cupboards of the other stuff I have. The fact they don't stain either is a definite plus. Whether it it is being used for food, craft items or what not the money saved is great. (05/13/2009)

By simplefreedom

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Are these plastic containers? (05/13/2009)

By Teresa Kay

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I guess I can't tell from pictures of these containers what is so great about them. I can see some kind of thing that goes down. Someone please explain to me. Thanks. GayLynn (05/14/2009)

By derco

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I love these plastic containers. I purchased a set through QVC that included an egg keeper. This is great especially for households with small children. The egg keeper securely holds a dozen eggs. I suggest that you allow them to air dry the lids. (05/14/2009)

By linex_4

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Had never heard of them until this post. Went to Walmart in search of them last night and bought a ton of them. I bought a head of lettuce too, just to test them out. Being a vegetarian I am constantly buying veggies, and then having to throw them out when they go bad. I am so glad you made this post. (05/16/2009)

By TheBrat