Aren't these single-use bags? They seem pretty expensive.
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There are single use steamer bags, but you can also seal them and freeze for later use.
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They are single use bags. The advantage to these is they allow you to cook something in the microwave straight out of the freezer (foods that were previously cooked and vacuum sealed that is). This is a great advantage to someone with a schedule that is never the same and doesn't allow for planning ahead and defrosting something in the refrigerator ahead of time. It only takes a couple minutes in the microwave to heat up a meal from the freezer with these bags.
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They are single use--they are mostly for people on the go. You freeze your portions in the bags and then they go directly to the microwave. If you don't have time to cook/clean up every night they are wonderful. I also use them for my lunches because they are so quick and convenient.
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Yes they are single use bags and I do not use them without careful thought because they are expensive. However, they do work really well. For example, I layered Thanksgiving dinner in them and enjoyed turkey day again and again.
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I am unaware of how you can buy just one bag, however, I can asure you that you will find a purpose for the other four. I use these bags for all groceries, not just cold items. You can use them as "thank you" totes and give as a gift or to friends and family as a way to say "lets help to protect the environment" for a New Year's resolution. For the price, these bags are great and I love them.
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Thanks for the info. We have 2 dogs and I'm worried that I'll have to change the bag once a week! It seemed like I was constantly dumping out the bagless one, a chore I really didn't like! I don't mind removing the bags, it's just that the cost of buying a lot of them can add up. We'll see how it goes - vacuum just arrived today!
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It is the reason I looked into and purchased them. The national brand of zip-type top bags claim their bags are biodegradable, but I felt paper bags would be more so; so, I tried them.
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The bags do not seal, so I think it would be difficult. I also think they are a little small to hold that quantity.
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Yes and they are great. You can find a decent price on Amazon. Be careful about other companies. I ordered some from a vender, who apparently ran out of the item and sent me very thin bags that tore on touch. I returned them, received a credit and reordered through Amazon. Very happy with them. Anne
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Yes but you have to double the bag. II use them for groceries since they started charging for bags where I live. These bags are very handy for groceries and other items when shopping.
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Maybe. The bags are strong enough to be used twice but would be harder to get clean.
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No, they can't be reused because they are designed to decompose very quickly. If you wait too long to empty the bag from your bin, you'll run a definite risk of it falling apart before you get it into the compost bin. I have a credit card that accumulated points on Amazon. When I need more bags (which are only about $5 for 75 bags), I just use my points on Amazon to buy them. They end up being free for me. My family composts and recylces more than we put things in the landfill trash. So we go through 2 bags a week on average. 75 bags lasts us a good several months. It really like the bin. It is the only one I've ever seen or had that truly does not smell. Hope this helps. No, they can't be reused because they are designed to decompose very quickly. If you wait too long to empty the bag from your bin, you'll run a definite risk of it falling apart before you get it into the compost bin. I have a credit card that accumulated points on Amazon. When I need more bags (which are only about $5 for 75 bags), I just use my points on Amazon to buy them. They end up being free for me. My family composts and recylces more than we put things in the landfill trash. So we go through 2 bags a week on average. 75 bags lasts us a good several months. It really like the bin.... » Read More No, they can't be reused because they are designed to decompose very quickly. If you wait too long to empty the bag from your bin, you'll run a definite risk of it falling apart before you get it into the compost bin. I have a credit card that accumulated points on Amazon. When I need more bags (which are only about $5 for 75 bags), I just use my points on Amazon to buy them. They end up being free for me. My family composts and recylces more than we put things in the landfill trash. So we go through 2 bags a week on average. 75 bags lasts us a good several months. It really like the bin. It is the only one I've ever seen or had that truly does not smell. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I have not used them in that way, but I can say they are the heaviest bags I have yet found, really good quality! Hope this helps!
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I emailed the manufacturer at their website. I was told that you can buy the bags from a medical supply company. Also was told that the manufacturer does sell bags, although you do have to pay a flat rate shipping, so maybe best to order 2 or 3 bags. Price quoted for the bags could be considered expensive for such a bag, but significantly cheaper than replacing the whole unit.
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I am skeptical that they are. If you search for "archival photo storage", those boxes cost @ $28. If these were archival they would say it.
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I have used these bags for over a year and have had only one break. I think I overloaded it. With routine use, I would think they would be fine.
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I use them. I rinse and reuse until the bag tears. It's quite a few times. Possibly 10 times.
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On the other hand, buying bags would nearly obliterate the low-cost advantage.As for the filter, I rinse mine after brushing dust away, and replace it after it dries overnight.
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These bags are horrible. They are for one time use only. It was so hard to zip them closed and the hole for the vaccum is cheaply made. Good luck.
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No they are not. The bag looks great on the picture but is a low end one in my view.