Blimey! Too many boxes, packaging and films are difficult to open. How to put an end to packaging hassle!

You tug and pull and push and fumble: Why won't this stupid thing open? According to statistics, one in ten people struggle with flaps, lids and film. We have collected the best expert tips.

Spoon for screw-top jars

The packaging nuisance: Many lids are completely jammed due to rough transportation. The solution: Place the spoon handle under the edge of the lid and press upwards until it hisses. Or: To loosen the lid, tap the edge of the jar on a wooden board.

Hold the sealed product over a bowl

The packaging hassle: The ham is wrapped so tightly in thick vacuum film that you get meat juice on it when you cut it open. The solution: Cut it open, yes - but hold the pack over a bowl or the sink to catch the juices.

Prick the aluminum lid first

The packaging annoyance: Whether it's yogurt or coffee creamer: first you pull at it wildly, then everything splashes onto the blazer. The solution: prick the lid with a fork to relieve the pressure. If the flap tears, score the lid with a sharp knife and then pull it away from the body.

Canned fish: can opener against packaging annoyance

The packaging hassle: The small handle on the lid of the can is a good idea. Unfortunately, it breaks off far too often. The solution: You have to use a can opener. If it can't get around the corners, score a cross in the middle with a sharp knife. Then bend the edges outwards with pliers.

Gloves open drinking bottles

The packaging annoyance: plastic or screw caps have become jammed, nothing turns. The solution: Put on simple rubber dishwashing gloves to prevent your hands from slipping. Alternative: Wrap a damp kitchen towel around your twisting hand.