How sturdy is the storage container holding the individual jars?If held w/one hand will it hold flat or do I need 2 hands because it is floppy?
1308022
The storage container is very strong and will NOT bend. Only one hand is needed. That is - if it doesn't get broken in the delivery process by the USPS. Two of four were broken in my order, but the gemstone containers were OK..
348673
It will hold 4 of the typical Mason 1/2 gallon jars. (I went and tested their fit in mine... no way to squeeze 5 in...)
1554527
There is only one container, and it's a bit flimsy. I broke the snap assembly for the lid before I even got it out of the shipping box. I found a better container/box made by Ziploc at the local Lowes.
808603
I put an elastic around the container to hold all together when I travel or the containers would likely fall out. At home, just sits in cupboard and I take out one for the day.
1290005
Ours snapped together pretty easily, but from other reviews it seems like you should apply quite a bit of force. One review suggested putting the can on the floor and applying pressure while standing above it. The same review said that simplehuman suggesting putting the lid on at a 45 degree angle. Good luck!
1569032
It actually holds standard 15 oz cans. Three horizontal rows of 5, and you can squeeze one vertical row of 2 - on each shelf. I hope it helps. I LOVE mine.
2066339
No the lid does not fit tightly at all -and the picture shows three but when ordered you receive one.i purchased three and own four.i found if you put plastic suran wrap between jar and lid it keeps things fresh, I store my brown sugars in it that way works and there is no clumping or hardening so far and its been weeks.hope this helps until anchor hocking fixes the problem.
1083101
I bought three of these years ago to store fruit that I had dehydrated. They are attractive and with the wide mouth, it's easy to access the contents. In my mind, it all depends on whether you need them to be reasonably airtight. These jars are not. By the way, there is a small circular gasket in the lid that keeps it tight and prevents rattling (they don't screw on). That gasket came off on one of my three jars so it really is not usable anymore. Again, if it needs to be airtight, it is not. I hope this helps.
1147072
I've never seen the jars, but I highly doubt it. The holding piece is round plastic that stretches enough to snap the jars in.
1722686
They would be round except for the fact that all four sides have been flattened so the jars will fit side by side nicely, and the top is angled inward toward the mouth of the jar. I've found them easy to use on my pantry shelves, and they are not only very sturdy and efficient, but attractive. I also like that the tight-fitting "lid" is attached so I don't have to go looking for it. These are the traditional storage containers and have been around in miscellaneous shapes and sizes for decades.
2221347
I can't add much to the prior four answers, except to say that the answer from "L. Higgins" is the most complete and descriptive. I have four of these, not stacked but side-by-side, on the floor of my pantry, under a shelf. As mentioned, the top of each 'crate' is designed to store 3 more bottles, but would not secure the bottles in event of any serious jostling. I'm very happy with my Storvino wine storage containers, and the price was reasonable. Recommended!
1601960
Hi, I actually sent it back almost immediately. It looked great but was not sturdy enough for my use. With a lack of weight, almost every time I pulled a drawere it almost tipped the unit. I found a much heavier and tawler option with glass doors to hold my CDs and I would not be pulling out drawers. Hope this helps.
581742
The lid presses on and grasps firmly. I love this jar. The opening is large enough for me to scoop and level off my bread flour.
1401936
I think this would hold small containers easily. It does not have a stiff bottom, but it won't give way if you put multiple square containers in. I have put two rectangular pyrex containers in it side by side and travelled with it.
1705998
The jars are very sturdy. I have the stainless steel option and I think that would be good for you. I might be a little worried about them kilnking together though. I do not shake test my herb rack so I do not know for sure.
1258051
i have successfully used 1/2 gallon jars with this canner- do not recall how many canner will hold- you can put empty jars in empty canner to see how many it will hold.
93928
It will only hold 15 oz cans or smaller. I have 4 sets and use them for vegetables and fruit. They are very sturdy, but I would change a few things if I were to design this device. Overall I am very happy with it, but the most troubling problem is the middle row just does not rotate unless you let your stock get down to a point where the middle row is the highest cans. As you continue to pull from the bottom the middle row rotates down. For 15oz cans it will hold 14 cans I have to allow my stock to get to 5 cans left before adding anymore (to use up the middle row). This defeats the purpose I purchased this for as I want to add cans as I use them and never let my stock get below 6 cans! Other than that I recommend this unit, unless you are handy with a router and wood then I suggest you make your own. there is one other thing and that is for Campbell soup size cans you don't really need the dowels. once you set it up close you can space it right for Campbell's soup and they don't bind up like they do when using the dowels provided.