How Do I Choose Pantry Storage Containers?

When it comes to food storage, it is important to ensure you store it correctly to keep it from going bad and to make your pantry look organized.

Properly picked pantry storage containers are one of the most important ways to keep your food last longer. So how do you choose pantry storage containers for different types of food?

There are different storage containers, including plastic, transparent, airtight, glass, wooden, or metal containers. This article reviews the most common pantry storage containers, their pros, and cons, and will hopefully help you choose the best ones!

METAL PANTRY STORAGE CONTAINERS

Pantry storage containers made of metal are among the most durable and safest storage options. They are very versatile, and you can use them for different purposes. They are available in various sizes and shapes.

Oggi Stainless Steel Kitchen Canister 152 fl oz – Airtight Clamp Lid

Pros	Cons
Smell and color-resistant	Heavy
Highly durable	Expensive
Environmentally friendly	Prone to corrosion
Available in different shapes and sizes

PLASTIC PANTRY STORAGE CONTAINERS

Pantry storage containers made of plastic are one of the most popular choices for many users. They are quite durable and available in a wide variety of sizes and shapes. Besides, they are on the cheaper side compared to metal or glass ones.

Airtight Food Storage Container Set

Pros	Cons
Cheap	Can release harmful substances
Unlike glass – not fragile	Absorbs odors
	Can get warped

GLASS PANTRY STORAGE CONTAINERS

Pantry storage containers made of glass are another popular option for food containers. They are as durable as metal ones, however, not as cheap and lightweight as the plastic ones.

aramaid 27oz 6Packs Square Glass Jars Set with Minimalist Pantry Labels

Pros	Cons
Easy to clean	More expensive compared to plastic
More durable compared to plastic	Fragile
Transparent	Heavier
Freezable and oven-safe

Note that all the above containers can be airtight or open and transparent or opaque. There are various benefits of choosing airtight containers over open storage containers.

Some of the benefits of using airtight containers include:

• Prevents rancidity
• Keeps your food fresh
• Prevents the growth of bacteria
• Keeps foreign substances away
• Enhance your food portability
• Provides safety

Some people who opt for transparent contains say they do so because one can view what is inside and the food also makes the container appear more appealing. In addition, transparent containers are more convenient because you always know how much food is left in the containers, therefore it helps not to over-stock your pantry with more food than you need, or, on the contrary, you can always see when you are running out of something.

To choose the best pantry storage containers, it is important to, first of all, evaluate your pantry organization’s needs and budget, and only then – consider the pros and cons of each type of container.

If you are interested, for your convenience we have already prepared the whole list of pantry organization products here.

Besides, we have some great tips on how to organize your pantry like a pro!