We open cans with and without an opener

The problem of opening a variety of cans with products is familiar to every person. When a stubborn lid does not want to open in any way, the question immediately arises - is it possible to quickly get rid of the problem without damaging the container and without applying much effort.

Choosing the right method should take into account the type of cap, only this will help to maximize your chances.

How easy it is to open a tin can with a can opener

The classic way to open is to use a can opener, which consists of a work piece and a handle. The working part at the end contains a stop in the form of a loop and two wedges: the large one can open canned food, the smaller one can open the lids of glass containers or bottles.

The handle can be made of plastic, wood or metal. This is an old time-tested method. A plus can be called the reliability and simplicity of the opener. But opening something to her is not always too easy.

Important! You need to make an effort to make the first hole, and it is not always possible to open the jar neatly. Using a hammer and a knife, you can easily make a hole. But if there is no tool, only experience and physical strength will help. In this case, only a physically developed man can easily cope.

How to open a tin can without a can opener and opener with wheels

Often, at the right time, there is no device at hand for opening canned food. Many people try to uncork them without an opener using the wrong methods. Someone flattens it between two stones, which renders the contents unusable.

Or they are heated over an open fire, trying to soften metal containers, and as a result, they get spoiled taste of the product. But, even without special devices, following the instructions, you can cope with this difficult task.

How to open condensed milk

It will not be difficult to open condensed milk without an opener if the person is physically strong.

To do this, follow these steps:

• Place the jar in a plastic bag beforehand so as not to injure your hands. Also, the package is able to store the contents so that it does not spill out;
• Place the jar, holding it horizontally with the palms of both hands, and with your fingers make a dent in the middle, repeat several times in a circle;
• Take both diameters of the can with your hands and make opposite movements, clamping the container. As a result, the formed deflections will crack, which will allow it to open in half.

By analogy, you can open canned corn or canned meat. You can simplify the task and use a different method, but with a special device. Let's look at how to open a tin can with a wheel opener.

Opener with a wheel is an old proven tool:

Modern manufacturers are ready to offer customers a large number of modifications of this tool. The best and safest option is with a wheel. You can buy it in shops for fishing, recreation and tourism, as this tool is an obligatory attribute in hiking.

The uncorking algorithm consists of the following actions:

• First you need to install the opener cogwheel onto the can lid over the outer rim.
• Squeeze opener handles.
• There should be noise or hissing, which means that the spinning wheel has successfully pierced the iron surface of the can.

Other banks

In addition to tin cans, you may need to open a glass container. After all, many housewives love to preserve pickles for the winter. Let's consider how to open a jar with different types of lids.

You can preserve pickles using sunset lids at home. But it is possible to purchase an item in a store with a screw cap.

To open a purchased can of canned goods you need:

• put the container on a flat surface, then hit the lid with your fist, this will allow the surface to bend. Do not hit hard, otherwise you can injure your hand;
• lift the screw cap with a knife and break the tightness by letting air under it;
• after cotton, you can turn the flap;
• in the absence of a knife, you can hit the bottom on the bottom by carefully turning the jar, after which a characteristic cotton should appear when uncorked.

Use the following algorithm for a home-preserved seating lid:

• Using a knife, mark a check mark or the letter "L" on the lid, opening the corner so that the ends of the jackdaw rest against the edges;
• Stick in a knife and slowly cut along the marked lines;
• Bend its sharp corner and, picking it up with a knife, wind the cut part around it to the very end;
• Carefully remove the remaining sheet metal to avoid cuts.

Advice! If the house has a lot of different types of preservation, it would be advisable to buy an electric opener. It simply and easily opens all types of lids - canning, seaming or metal screw caps. In addition, it is convenient to use for uncorking bottles.

How to open a can without an opener

If the task is to open a jar without an opener, then you can resort to various improvised means. It is important to know how to use them correctly in order to have a good result.

Sandpaper

The use of sandpaper helps to reduce the slip effect. In this way, we do the following:

• select a sheet of coarse sandpaper by size;
• cover the lid on top with sandpaper, be sure to abrasive downward;
• firmly pressing the paper, open it calmly.

Rolling

A similar way to tapping. Procedure:

• fasten the neck to the edge of the table, keep the container suspended;
• holding the glass with one hand, roll the lid on the table with the other hand;
• after cotton, open the container.

According to the law of physics, in order for the lid to rise, you need to slightly press on the container lid.

Knife handle

Using the handle of a kitchen knife, you can tap the lid on the sides. Then try to open. For safety, all surfaces, including the palms, must be dry.

Belt

This method requires a wide leather belt with a rough surface and a slight application of forces.
Algorithm of actions:

• make a loop by threading the belt through the buckle;
• put the loop over the neck and tighten the belt very tightly counterclockwise;
• at the same time you need to twist the can clockwise;
• you need to tighten and scroll until cotton appears.

Knife

For safe opening, use a special knife with a rounded end.
Insert a knife blade between the cover and the thread. Pull slightly towards you as a lever.

The container will definitely open, but unfortunately it will not work to seal it again for storage.

Hair dryer

In case none of the methods helped in the opening, then use direct heating with a hair dryer.
To do this, you need to do the following:

• warm up the entire surface of the lid without getting stuck in one place;
• it is better to cover the container with a towel or put on a glove;
• you need to open while the surface is hot.

Always rotate the jar clockwise and the lid counterclockwise at the same time. This will significantly improve the result in practice.

Important! Be careful not to exert too much force. Otherwise, there is a risk that the glass will crack vertically and fall into the contents of the container. Allow the container to warm up to room temperature before opening.

Rubber gloves

The container may not open, slipping in the hands. It is necessary to wipe the container by degreasing the surface. Then, using rubber gloves put on, try to open.

You can use any of the listed methods. It is important to remember that safety measures must be observed during opening. The most optimal way is considered to open the container not with improvised means, but with a specially designed opener.

When handling the knife, use cloth gloves as it can slip off and cause serious consequences. Also note that some methods will make the metal edges jagged and sharp.

Make sure that no metal or glass particles get into the product. If this happens, then you should say goodbye to the product.

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