How To Measure Jam Jar Lids Correctly
The Bottle Jar Store is a one-stop-shop for a great variety of jars in all shapes and sizes. However, we also sell closures that you can either purchase alongside your glass jars or separately in quantities from one all the way up to thousands. When it comes to jam jar lids, it can be tricky (and sometimes frustrating) to work out the exact size you need. There is a range of considerations needed to ensure the lid fits perfectly, and the last thing you want is a pile of closures that don’t effectively secure the contents of your jar. Don’t worry, though, we’re here to guide you through measuring your jam jar lids correctly. Continuous Thread (CT) Vs Lug (Twist-Off) There are two main types of jar (and therefore jar lids) which are not interchangeable, so it’s important you know which is which. Continuous thread is typically used for mason jars, spice jars or even medication. However, those used in the last example are also adapted so that they need to be pushed down as well as twisted when opened. One of the easiest ways to tell if a lid is for a continuous thread jar [...]