Some labeling is not friendly to the recycling process. I can't get them off, and some are not made of recyclable materials, or they're classification is unknown.

I read up on it awhile back. Makes it harder to recycle, too.

They will have containers that are standard sizes - the pint and quart tub lids are interchangeable too.
They don't cost much more than the cheap ones at the supermarket and the last longer

Thanks!

I usually reuse the ones that come into the house, try to send them back where they came from, don't usually run short.

WebstaurantStore is a massive online restaurant supply store that sells everything from $10 packs of parchment paper to $60,000 computer-controlled ovens…and if you don't care about free shipping, there's no membership fee or even account requirement!

Amazon also has quart/pint containers, but I understand some people would rather not patronize them.

Microwaveable, dishwasher safe, etc. Thus not so many needed and likely easier to clean, store, etc.
Recommend.

and for my leftovers at home, I use those. I should say, I have Pyrex bowls, and use either wrap or a dish to cover it.

So many good ideas and alternatives.

in and of itself! I got through lots of "lost" time, sorting everything... throwing out what isn't complete, throwing away errant lids or bottoms, nesting so it all fits neatly in the cabinet. And NO ONE follows up when they clean and put anything away. It drives me nuts! Once I threw out everything I had, and bought a collection of plasticware that all fit neatly in a small "tub"... but NO ONE puts anything back into the tub, let alone tries to nest anything.

I think "nesting" appliances, dishes, plasticware, etc., is beyond the ken of my poor husband at this point. But I do remember being amazed at how neat and orderly his tools were for years. What's the difference between men's tools and women's tools that men can't nest a group of bowls so they fit inside each other?!

And my grandkids! Ah! It's beyond their understanding, too. I've tried to explain how if they would nest things instead of just throwing it all helter skelter into the cabinet, it wouldn't all come falling down on grandma's head when she opens the cabinet! But nothing ever changes... (sigh)

The cabinet has been awaiting my touch for days now. I admit, I'm just not up to the task. I tried to get a complete bowl with lid the other night and nearly fell completely off the chair I climbed to get to it. I need a complete revamp of the kitchen, with new cabinets, etc., and that's never going to happen because medical takes all the SS money! But, I did dream about perfectly nested bowls one night last week. Old age -- when dreams are better than real life living! (LOL)

I don't have 'help' in the kitchen. lol My kitchen was always tidier than my husband's tool storage.

My hazard cupboard is under the counter. I have an original mid-century kitchen. The main workspace is L shaped in the corner and goes back from the cupboard door at least 4 feet, with 2 levels. If things get hectic, I put the things helter-skelter in there. I tidied it today. As I sorted the plastic, I couldn't help noticing the many shapes of the square and rectangular items offer. All in the name of design and copyright I'm sure!

I'll be grateful I can sit on a chair, and not stand on one to reach the job area.

...if I get stuck with some I can't use to send leftovers home with a guest, I use them to start seeds, contain gardening supplies, or as organizers around the house. It is too frustrating to try to match them up with other plastics.

Is easy for me - I keep the lids on and store them stacked in the cupboard.
(Must be sure they are completely dry before putting them away.)
Doesn't take as much space as I had thought.
Looks nice, too.