From homes to offices, commercial environments, events, and various industries, glass jars remain an essential item that never gets old. Whether you are a manufacturer, domestic worker, jar enthusiast, or entrepreneur your choice of glass jar influences your product preservation, appearance, and overall success.
Because we understand how overwhelming it can be when choosing a jar that fits among the various sizes, shapes and styles, we included 5 essential tips you can add to your checklist when picking jars to suit your various needs.
1. The Use Case
It’s necessary to answer some questions that clearly define what you will be using the jars for. This helps you determine the types of jars you will opt for. Consider the two factors below.
Customisation
Whether you are an entrepreneur, homemaker or manufacturer, consider your branding preference and choose the jar that fits your choice or design option. This could be a particular colour, size or shape, like our hexagonal or square jar.
Application
What function will the glass jar serve? Deciding this before getting a jar makes it easier to get the one that fits your needs. If you are considering packaging or preserving foods such as spices, seasonings or herbs, you can use an airtight glass jar with lids, which ensures the freshness of your products for a longer period.
2. The Size
From small containers to large ones for different packaging options, carefully analyse the quantity of your products and the size of containers it needs. When you ensure that it meets the required quantity of your products, it makes it easier to maintain consistency in your choice of the types of jars. Our diverse collection of glass jars from small to large sizes, are selected to fit individual needs, plus add elegance and style to your products.
3. The Style/Shape
Who wouldn’t want to make a statement with a beautiful jar standing with their proud product sitting pretty in there? When you select a type of glass jar, think about how it visually enhances your product. Shapes like Orcio jars, Hexagonal jars, and square jars are considered to be unique jar designs that offer charming aesthetics. When in need of something that fits for syrups, small candles, or honey, consider Hexagonal jars; in need of some vintage vibe, consider Orcio jars; but for a modern look, a square jar may be an excellent choice.
4. The Type of Glass
Every glass might not suit all your needs. With different types of jars made from different material compositions, it’s important to know which composition or properties of glass fit your products or needs. When considering glass jars for packaging or preserving food, consider their chemical resistance, durability, and clarity of the glass. Some common types of glass based on material composition include:
- Soda-lime glass; it’s a suitable option for aesthetic purposes.
- Borosilicate glass is suitable for preserving foods due to its heat-resistant properties.
5. The Choice of Closure
The closure of your glass jar is an important factor. Think about your products, the function the jar will serve (for personal use or special events) and how you want to brand or customize it. Also, consider the closure’s compatibility with the jar, its reusability, and how easy it is to use. We have a variety of options you could consider from classic screw-top to decorative lids.
With these handy tips, you are well on your way to selecting the perfect type of glass jar for your next project. We are available to give you the helping hand you need. Check our collection of glass jars.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the different jar shapes?
The various types of glass jar shapes include round, square, orcio, cylindrical and hexagonal jars.
- What are the common jar lid sizes?
The size of a jar lid is measured in millimetres and is determined by the diameter of the jar. Some of the common sizes are 43mm, 66mm and 82mm.
- How many different categories of glass are there?
Glasses are commonly categorised based on properties and their composition, which include borosilicate glass, flint glass, soda-lime glass, and lead glass.