13" x 17" Red Mesh Produce Bag - 10 Lb. (100/Case)

Red Mesh Bags - They are for more than just Fruit.

Most of us are very familiar with red mesh bags. You know, the ones in the grocery store with oranges in them. Do you like oranges? There is nothing like fresh-squeezed orange juice in the morning to wake up your taste buds, yum. When shopping for oranges, you probably look for those that are bright orange, probably like the ones found in the red mesh bags. Did you ever wonder why oranges are sold in red mesh bags? It is simple really; the red mesh makes the oranges appear more orange. This does not mean that the oranges in the bags are not of quality, the red mesh just makes the oranges look more appealing. It is a good idea to give them a squeeze to make sure they are firm, and you should be able to see any blemishes on the oranges because you can easily see through the bags. Most citrus growers and grocery stores use red bags to make the fruit appear brighter. This makes them more attractive to the consumer. They use this same technique with lemons by putting them in green or yellow bags to make them look more yellow. However, they would not put lemons into a red mesh bag because they would appear orange. The red mesh bags allow air in and out of the bags to keep the oranges fresher and to prevent rotting.

Red mesh bags are not just for oranges; they have many different uses. These bags are sturdy and can hold items other than food. They make perfect containers for sports balls such as baseballs, basketballs, soccer balls, golf balls, footballs, botchy balls, and more. Place the different sport balls into the red mesh bags, place a label on the bag, and then hang them on a hook in your basement or garage. They will hang nicely and be out of the way but also will be ready when you need to use them again. The red mesh bags also keep the balls all together when placing them in your truck, car or SUV. The bags will prevent the balls from rolling around making for difficult retrieval when you get to your sport practice or games. After a sporting event place football cleats, soccer cleats, running shoes, uniforms or workout clothes, and more into the bags to keep your vehicle clean. The mesh will allow air through to help dry the moisture in the items and to prevent them from smelling up your car. The bags can be rinsed and reused repeatedly.

At the holidays, you might want to use the red mesh bags for mixed nuts. Especially if you are sending them to others. The nuts will be protected in the bags. The red mesh bags can be easily packed into boxes and then using bubble, styro peanuts or different papers you can cushion the nuts as you prepare them for shipment. Maybe you could send fruits and nuts together in their own separate red mesh bags. What an awesome gift for someone to receive for the holidays.

Moms and Dads can appreciate how much fun it is watching their kids play with all of their toys. The little cars, plastic building blocks, doll accessories, clothes, army people, marbles, and so much more. These types of toys can easily be contained using red mesh bags. You can place each different type of toy in a separate bag and label them so that you know what is in each bag. The bags can either be hung up on a hook, placed in a toy hammock, or placed in toy boxes. One of the greatest things about the red mesh bags is that the toys can be washed right in the bags. Place them in a dishwasher or dunk into a disinfectant solution. Rinse thoroughly and hang to dry. The air flows through the bags which allows the toys to dry. You can even hang these on the line outside to dry. These bags would be amazing for daycare centers, especially in-home daycares. Not only do they help keep the toys organized, but they also serve a much better purpose such as those listed in this article.

Do you know how many stuffed animals your kids have? This is another toy that can be placed in the red mesh bags. If the stuffed animals are machine washable and dryable then just use the bags to hang the toys when the children are not using them. If you have some stuffed animals that cannot be washed, but are perhaps your favorite snuggle comfort for your kids, then place them in the bags and spray them with a disinfectant spray. Hang the bags outside until the spray dries so that the stuff animals are germ free and ready to use again for a nap or when a snuggle is needed.

One more great use for the red mesh bags is to put all of your yarn in when not in use. The red mesh bags will protect the yarn until you are ready to use it. You can place separate colors and types of yarn in different bags and hang them on hooks. Label the bags with the names of the colors and type of yarn such as wool, cotton, skein weight, and more so that when you are ready to start a project you just need to choose the bag with the contents you need. You can keep your knitting needles and crochet hooks secure, stick them through the red mesh bag and into a ball or skein of yarn. Pushing the needles and hooks from the outside of the red mesh bag into the yarn will make them visible so that you know exactly where they are when you need them.

Red mesh bags can be the perfect home for your holiday ornaments. As you remove the ornaments from the tree, wrap them in tissue paper, bubble or craft paper. Then place the ornaments into the red mesh bags and place the bag into a clear plastic crate or corrugated box to put away for the next holiday season. Small statues and collectables can also be wrapped in bubble and placed in a red mesh bag to secure and then packed in the same boxes. As you put away your holiday decorations, remember to remove any batteries. It is better to add new batteries when you set them up at the beginning of the holiday season. It is important to be cautious when using batteries.

If your car is your baby, chances are you do everything you can to keep it neat and organized. Red mesh bags can help with your organization. In the trunk you can keep necessary tools, sprays, and other car care products. You can also keep a bag of microfiber clothes in a red mesh bag for those trips to the car wash when you want to wipe down your car after the wash. In climates where the weather gets very cold, it is a good idea to have an emergency weather kit in your trunk or the back of the minivan or SUV. Items like extra gloves, hats, socks, hand and foot warmers, especially if you do a lot of travel, it is a good idea to keep in your emergency red mesh bag. You might also add another red mesh bag with a couple bottles of water, snacks, and some granola bars. In the event you are stranded somewhere it is always a good idea to be prepared.

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