How to Get a Cap Undone

You've prepared a lovely meal and you're just sitting down to enjoy it when you realize you can't open the cap to your condiment of choice. Not being able to open a bottle cap or jar can be very frustrating, especially while preparing a meal. There are several methods available for budging stubborn caps using everyday household items. Try several before you give up, as different methods work for different caps.

Rubber band, rubber gloves or rubberized jar opener
Container with warm water
Cutting board

Instructions

- 1
  Wrap a rubber band around the cap or lid and then try to open it. The inability to get a firm grip is often the reason a cap is hard to open, and a rubber band will help you hang on. Most supermarkets carry rubberized jar and cap openers you can purchase. Place these over the cap and twist. Use rubber gloves to gain a better grip on stubborn caps. (Ref 1)
- 2
  Submerge the cap in warm water. Avoid submerging the bottle or jar in the water as it may ruin the label. After about 10 minutes, try to open the jar again. Repeat if unsuccessful. (ref 1)
- 3
  Tap the outside edge of the cap or lid on a hard surface such as a cutting board. This may break the seal and help to release the lid. (Ref 2)

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