Pizza boxes, for instance ... that makes them leak-proof and difficult to recycle. Plastic clamshell containers: Clear plastic takeout containers with a recycling symbol can be recycled.

But because vintage containers may still contain BPA, it’s best to steer clear of anything made before the 2010s. To extend the life of your plastic storage containers, avoid the dishwasher.

Window panes, mirrors, light bulbs and tableware are impractical to recycle. Bottles and jars are usually fine. Compact ...

Thinking of ways to repurpose plastic containers? Why not put them to work in your garden? From creative planters to ...

That said, the Home Edit–style decanting of absolutely all food into clear boxes and jars is not my ... Instead, I opt for a collection of food-storage containers that’s practical for my ...