Mylar Bags for Food Storage

Mylar bags from Rigid Packaging UK are a great way to keep your food fresh for a long time. They are not like ordinary plastic bags. Mylar is a special material that does a better job of protecting food from things that can make it spoil. Think of it like a superhero shield for your snacks and ingredients. What are Mylar Bags? Mylar bags are made from a type of stretched polyester film. This film is super strong and doesn't let air, light, or moisture easily pass through. These things are enemies of food. Air can make food go stale. Light can change the flavor and color. Moisture can help mold and bacteria grow. Mylar keeps these enemies out, helping your food stay tasty and safe to eat. Why Use Mylar Bags for Food Storage? Regular plastic bags often have tiny holes that you can't even see. These holes let air and moisture sneak in. Mylar bags are much better at creating a barrier. This barrier is very important for storing food long term. Imagine you want to save some rice, beans, or dried fruit for emergencies. Mylar bags can help keep them fresh for years, not just months. Another great thing about Mylar bags is that they block odors. If you store something smelly like spices, the smell won't escape and make everything else in your pantry smell the same. Also, smells from outside won't get in and affect the taste of your food. Your chocolate chip cookies will still taste like chocolate chip cookies, not like onions! What Can You Store in Mylar Bags? You can use Mylar bags to store all kinds of dry foods. Some popular choices include: Grains like rice, wheat, and oats Beans and lentils Dried fruits and vegetables Nuts and seeds Spices and herbs Coffee and tea Pasta Powdered milk and other dry mixes Basically, anything that needs to stay dry and protected from air and light can benefit from being stored in a Mylar bag. How to Use Mylar Bags Using Mylar bags is easy. Here's a simple step by step guide: Make sure your food is completely dry. Any moisture will cause problems, even in a Mylar bag. Fill the bag with the food you want to store. Don't overfill it. Leave some space at the top. Squeeze out as much air as possible. You can use your hands to press down on the food. Seal the bag. Most Mylar bags need to be heat sealed. This means using an iron or a special heat sealer to melt the top of the bag together. Follow the instructions that come with your bags. A good seal is very important! Label the bag with the contents and the date you sealed it. This will help you keep track of what's inside and how long it's been stored. Store the sealed bags in a cool, dark, and dry place. A pantry, basement, or closet works well. Sizes and Thickness Rigid Packaging UK offers Mylar bags in various sizes to fit your needs. You can find small bags for storing spices or larger bags for storing bulk grains. The thickness of the Mylar is also important. Thicker bags provide better protection. We offer different thicknesses so you can choose the right bag for the type of food you are storing and how long you want to store it. Oxygen Absorbers For even better long term storage, consider using oxygen absorbers with your Mylar bags. Oxygen absorbers are small packets that remove oxygen from the bag. Since oxygen can cause food to spoil, removing it helps keep your food fresh even longer. Simply place an oxygen absorber packet inside the bag before you seal it. Why Choose Rigid Packaging UK Mylar Bags? Rigid Packaging UK is committed to providing quality products. Our Mylar bags are made from strong, durable materials. They are designed to provide the best possible protection for your food. We also offer excellent customer service. If you have any questions about our products or how to use them, our friendly team is always happy to help. We know how important it is to keep your food safe and fresh. That's why we put so much care into making our Mylar bags. With Rigid Packaging UK Mylar bags, you can be confident that your food will be protected from the elements and stay delicious for years to come. Reusing Mylar Bags While Mylar bags are designed for long term storage, you might wonder if you can reuse them. It is generally not recommended to reuse Mylar bags that have been heat sealed. When you cut open a sealed bag, you break the airtight seal, and it's difficult to recreate it perfectly. However, if you carefully open a bag without damaging it and it hasn't been exposed to moisture or pests, you might be able to reuse it for short term storage of the same type of food. Always inspect the bag for any signs of damage before reusing it. Rigid Packaging UK's Mylar bags are a worthwhile investment for anyone serious about food storage. They provide a superior level of protection compared to regular plastic bags, helping you save money by reducing food waste and ensuring you have a reliable supply of food on hand when you need it most.