- Is borosilicate glass better than regular glass containers?
- Yes for heat. Borosilicate expands less when heated, so it takes oven heat and sudden temperature changes without shattering as easily as soda-lime glass. It is also lighter than thick soda-lime glass of the same strength.
- Can these go from freezer to oven?
- Borosilicate tolerates the swing, but let the container sit a few minutes before baking so the glass warms evenly. Never put a cold dish straight under a hot broiler.
- Are the lids oven safe?
- No. The lids are for fridge, freezer and carrying. Remove them before microwave or oven use, since plastic lids warp and can crack under heat.
- How many sizes are in the set?
- Nine sizes across 24 pieces, so several sizes come in pairs. That covers small dip cups up to large family portions, but check the size list if you need one specific large container.
- Do the containers stack with the lids on?
- Yes, the bases are shaped to stack. Stack them base-on-lid only when the lid is clipped down, and keep heavier pieces at the bottom.
- Will the lids fit other glass containers I own?
- Usually not. Lid sizes vary by brand, so treat these as a matched set and keep each lid with its base.
- Where is the Afoxsos 24 Piece Borosilicate Glass Storage Set 9 Sizes cheapest?
- At Lowe's, for $80.73, as of our latest check.