Zero-Waste Swaps for Plastic Wraps
/When it comes to being more eco-friendly finding alternatives to things like plastic wrap which can often not be recyclable is often high on the list of priorities. The kitchen essentially can be a difficult area to get rid of plastic completely, but there are so many things that you can swap out. Plastic wrap is used frequently by many. For things like storage or even lunches for kids. So here are some of the zero-waste swaps for plastic wraps.
Bees wrap
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Bees wrap is something that has grown in popularity recently and is a great way to help you store things like leftovers or open items securely and enables the food to keep fresh. Bees wrap is a thin layer of cotton that is covered with a beeswax solution. It is reusable and a great investment for your kitchen to help you keep food fresh.
Reusable containers
Another great way to stop using plastic wrap is to consider using reusable containers. These can be plastic if you wish them to be and things like Tupperware means that you can reuse them as many times as you need. It stops with the throwaway and waste that plastic wrap can be. Reusable containers are a great way to keep things fresh and store items in a cupboard, the fridge or the freezer.
Mason jars
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Mason jars are also a great way to keep things fresh. They are reusable and also made out of glass rather than plastic. They can be sealed with bees wrap and silicone lids, or you can buy mason jars with lids so you can seal them up. Perfect for cupboards, the fridge or the freezer.
Silicone bags
Silicone bags are reusable and perfect for taking food out on the go rather than using plastic wrap or plastic bags that you can only use once. Silicone bags are often easy to transport and are washable to help you keep reusing them time and time again. It is a great option for out and about as well as storing things in your kitchen.
Silicone lids
Silicone lids are a great option to have in your kitchen. They can be used on most things meaning that you can use half a jar or tin of something and then pop a silicone lid onto it and use it again when you need it. It is a great way to keep things fresh and reuse them time and time again. They can be easily washed and have got longevity to them.
Sectioned lunch boxes
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Finally, lunchboxes are one of the things that can need the use of the plastic wrap. Fruit or sandwiches for you and your kid’s lunches. However, buying sectioned lunchboxes or things like bento boxes can make it much easier for you to separate food and keep it fresh without the need for plastic wrap. These lunch boxes or bento boxes can be used every day and are often dishwasher friendly keeping them clean and easy to maintain.
I hope that these options help you to stop using plastic wrap in your kitchen.
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