Perhaps you know the situation: the salad is not quite finished, the stew might still taste good tomorrow and you just want to cover the bowl and store it in the fridge. This is where cling film comes into play - that inconspicuous everyday helper that can be found in almost every kitchen. But do you really know how this film works and why it can sometimes be so stubborn? Let's unravel the secret of cling film and discover how our film cutter makes it child's play to use.
The trick of cling film: adhesive strength
Cling film belongs to the category of so-called adhesive films. It sounds scientific, but it's actually quite simple: adhesion means ‘sticking’, and that's exactly what makes this film so practical! It adheres to smooth surfaces such as glass or porcelain without any adhesive - solely through loose molecular bonds. The film utilises the so-called Van der Waals forces. These tiny forces ensure that the film sticks to your bowl or plate almost by itself if the surface is smooth enough.
What makes cling film so tricky?
Although cling film is an indispensable household companion, everyone knows the frustration when it sticks to itself again and can hardly be pulled apart. The multi-layered design of the film and special additives of adhesive polymers create a kind of ‘self-adhesion’ - practical for secure packaging, but not necessarily for handling. And this is where we come in: With our film cutter, annoying sticking will be a thing of the past!
The film cutter: for clean cuts and less frustration
Our film cutter has the decisive advantage that the cling film remains smooth and taut when cut. Simply cut off a small piece, place it on the tray and gently press down - everything is securely covered without you having to struggle with the sticky film. This little helper not only saves nerves, but also makes covering food more hygienic and easier.
Cling film - more than just a cover
It is also interesting to note that cling film is not only used in the kitchen. In a slightly thicker form, it protects electronic displays during transport or is used as an advertising sticker in shop windows until it is removed again without a trace. It is also versatile in the DIY sector, whether for fixing small parts such as nuts and bolts or as temporary protection for furniture and surfaces during renovation work. But in the kitchen, it remains the invisible hero that ensures your food stays fresh - and with our film cutter, it finally becomes practical to use. Or as we say at simpleas: Organised. Happy. Home.
Try it out and discover how easy and clean working with cling film can be - thanks to the clever film cutter that makes your kitchen life easier and looks good at the same time!
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