Do the lids (silicone part) get moldy after a while? This has happened to me using other brands.
1733975
I have had them for a while now, it never got moldy. Sometimes food gets stuck to the rubber that's inside the lid, but you can take them out and wash them.
755680
I have had my snapware Glasslock storage containers for almost a year and have not had any trouble with them at all, I love them. Have you contacted the place where you purchased the containers to inquire about purchasing a rubber seal? My guess is it would be easier and cheaper to just purchase another container! Good luck
1520453
No, mine haven't and I've had them for months. The only thing I have noticed is if knock them off a shelf sometimes the lid will loosen and drip a bit. Either tightening them more in the first place or doing it after knocking them over should resolve that though.
2266642
I have never had a problem with mold. However I always spread them out on trays until they are completely dry and back to original size before storing them.
452238
Had my sets about a year now. Microwave, dishwasher, and grand kids and the lids still go on easily & seal tight. I also have some by another company that are a knife fight to get the lids on.
1505064
The lids are a thicker and harder plastic as compared to the container which is more rubbery. Also, I think I saw someone post that the contents don't come out easily... if you put in a shallow cup or bowl of warm water, or run under warm water, the contents come out with ease and perfectly clean.
135312
In my experience the plastic gasket dries reasonably well in the dishwasher on the heat dry setting- top rack. Obviously there are a few flanges that can trap condensation if left in a moist environment. If a cap or top is wet towards the cycle end just open the DW and shake off the cap and let it set a few hours on the rack after the heating elements do their thing. I have 7 sets of these in different sizes, no mold or fungal issues so far after 4 years. I really love these things.
1606419
I have only had mine for a couple months...but I haven't noticed any issues with mold. However, I do tend to make most of my food in spurts, so I'll make a bunch in a single day and freeze it...then I go through a pretty thorough cleaning of the unit.
930622
They have been known to leak. I have discovered that if I heat the lids before tightening, the plastic will become malleable and I can tighten them further. Then, when they cool, the plastic shrinks and the lid will be tighter and not leak.However, just for picking up and shaking a drink, I have not had a leak with something like that. When they leak usually it's a very small seep.
618591
I really not sure, however, I have had some for years and seemed always to be fine.Sorry not more help, but I have had no problem. I would keep lid tight and keep dry.
1633450
Mine has a super tight seal, it's very nice I've been using it since I bought it, several months ago for powder detergent and I've had No moisture problems!!! The lid is certainly in No way flimsy and the fit Is perfect... I haven't done dishwasher and probably won't as I like to wash this sort of thing by hand!
638649
I use the plastic lids in the microwave all the time and I have not found it to be a problem.
782110
I have never had a single problem with the lids. If anything, they are sometimes a bit too tight. Ie, a bit hard to put on at first until you practice a bit. I store hummus and salad dressing in the little ones, and have never had any leaks. I use a shopping bag, so they certainly aren't lying flat at ANY point. So thumbs up in my opinion!
977980
No. I have used the lids and have not experienced this as a problem. The pans are awesome, I love them!
1900178
i have not had a problem with mold but ive only had my thermos for a couple of weeks.. i do not put milk in it bcuz we all know mild get stuck in straws etc... i was skeptical about buying it bcuz it has a straw and the worry of mold... but honestly its a real good thermos and it does not leak at all. i make sure to take it apart after school and clean it right away and allow it to fully dry
1520981
I've had these containers for about three years and I don't think I've ever had one of them leak. My family uses them everyday and we always wash them in the dishwasher including the lids, often on heated sanitizing cycles and I've not experienced any changes in the way the lids fit, unlike some other containers we've tried before that warp easily. These don't -- the lids continue to seal really well even after years of use. I've never had a lid come off accidentally and we've toted them just about everywhere.
2266640
Mine do get moldy. Once that happens I toss them out because I haven't found a way to clean them once it starts. Rather than making all of them at once, I made smaller batches so the kids get the chance to keep playing.