What should I do if the sealed lid cannot be opened? A summary of popular solutions across the web
In daily life, it is not uncommon for sealed jars, condiment bottles or cosmetic lids to fail to open. In the past 10 days, this topic has soared in popularity on social platforms and Q&A websites, with many netizens sharing practical tips. This article combines popular discussions across the Internet to sort out structured solutions to help you easily deal with "stubborn" lids.
1. Physical principle method: using thermal expansion and contraction
This is the method most recommended by netizens, which is to create a gap between the bottle cap and the bottle body by changing the temperature.
| method | Operation steps | Applicable scenarios |
|---|---|---|
| Hot water soaking method | 1. Immerse the bottle cap part in 80℃ hot water for 30 seconds 2. Wipe dry quickly and turn counterclockwise | Glass/metal containers |
| freezing method | 1. Place the whole bottle in the freezer for 15 minutes 2. After taking out, wrap the towel and rotate it | plastic container |
2. Tool-assisted method: low-cost and efficient solution
Recently, 3 related videos on Douyin have exceeded 100,000 likes, mainly demonstrating the wonderful uses of the following tools:
| Tools | Tips | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| rubber gloves | Increase friction and rotate the bottle cap directly | Choose non-slip textured gloves |
| spoon lever | Insert the handle of the spoon into the seam of the cover and gently pry it | Avoid scratches on metal containers |
| hair dryer | Try heating the edge of the lid with hot air for 30 seconds. | Keep a distance of more than 15cm |
3. Preventive measures: Anti-sticking tips that are hotly discussed on the Internet
Xiaohongshu has 1,200+ notes discussing prevention methods in the past 7 days. The following are highly praised suggestions:
| Question type | prevention program | Effect duration |
|---|---|---|
| sugar crystallization | Wipe the bottle mouth clean before sealing | 3-6 months |
| Vacuum adsorption | Press the bottle cap lightly to release air during storage. | Depends on the degree of sealing |
| Thread stuck | Apply Vaseline regularly to lubricate | Open and close 2-3 times |
4. Handling special situations: recent hot search cases
Under the Weibo topic #life小tips, these cases have received a lot of attention:
Case 1:Honey bottle metal cap rusted
Solution: After soaking in white vinegar for 10 minutes, clean the threads with a toothbrush
Case 2:Cosmetics vacuum pump failure
Solution: insert a toothpick into the small hole on the edge of the pump head to release the negative pressure
Case 3:Kimchi jar water seal adhesion
Solution: Soak the interface in warm water + salt mixture
5. Data Statistics: Ranking of Netizen Verification Effects
Sorted according to the number of likes of 300+ answers on Zhihu:
| method | success rate | Recommendation index |
|---|---|---|
| rubber glove method | 92% | ★★★★★ |
| hot water shock method | 85% | ★★★★☆ |
| percussion vibration method | 76% | ★★★☆☆ |
Warm reminder:If you still cannot open it after trying all methods, it is recommended to contact professional packaging opening services. When encountering glass containers, be sure to prevent cuts. You can wrap the cap with tape first to increase safety.
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