I've done the glass jar thing too, but I switched to using old milk cartons a while back. They're perfect because you can seal them up tight and toss 'em without worrying about leaks. Also, if you're ever stuck dealing with a greasy clog (been there, done that... ugh), try pouring boiling water mixed with baking soda and vinegar down the drain. It's like a mini science experiment for your pipes—works surprisingly well and saves you from wrestling with a plunger.
Milk cartons are a solid idea, but personally I stick to old coffee cans—metal ones with lids. They're sturdy, seal tight enough, and no worries about hot grease melting through. And yeah, baking soda trick works...but careful with boiling water if your pipes are older plastic. Learned that the hard way once.
"Milk cartons are a solid idea, but personally I stick to old coffee cans—metal ones with lids."
Coffee cans definitely hold up well, but I've had a couple of mishaps with them tipping over in the cabinet...not fun cleaning up that mess. I've switched to using mason jars lately. They're clear, so I can actually see how full they're getting, and the lids screw on tight enough to avoid spills. Plus, they're easy enough to stash under the sink without taking up much space.
Coffee cans are pretty reliable, especially since they're sturdy and reusable. I've used them myself a few times. One thing I'd suggest is maybe placing them inside a small plastic bin or tray in the cabinet—that way, if they do tip over, cleanup isn't such a nightmare. Mason jars sound good too, but I always worry about glass breaking under the sink...guess I'm just overly cautious!
Coffee cans are definitely solid—I’ve used them too and never had issues. Good call on the plastic tray idea, hadn’t thought of that. Mason jars make me nervous too, especially under the sink where things get knocked around. Ever tried those metal grease containers with built-in strainers? Seen them online but not sure if they're worth it...
