It’s hard to make a definitive decision on what Costco’s most legendary product is. Their rotisserie chicken is a classic, as are bakery items like their budget-friendly sheet cakes. But according to some shoppers, the most underrated of all Costco items is right under our noses and on top of our leftovers—it’s a roll of plastic wrap. Yes, Kirkland Signature Stretch-Tite plastic food wrap has become a cult favorite, known not just for its quality but for its sheer longevity. A single roll clocks in at an astonishing 3,000 square feet, leaving customers marveling at how long it lasts.
On TikTok and Reddit, Costco’s Kirkland Signature Stretch-Tite plastic food wrap has become the focus of amazement, with customers recounting stories about its seemingly endless supply and legendary longevity. A recent TikTok post from user MTnesters went viral, highlighting the longevity of a single roll that lasted “nine years and 3,000 square feet” and telling the “never-ending saran wrap” to rest in peace.
The comments section quickly became a treasure trove of personal anecdotes. One user wrote, “I still have mine from when I was a child!! My mom passed it down to me when I moved out.” Another chimed in: “Took me 16 years to get through a Costco foil. Got it around when my daughter was born, finished it when she was 16.”
Over on Reddita similar thread saw users marveling at their own experiences with Costco’s plastic wrap. “Just finished the roll of Kirkland Signature Stretch-Tite plastic food wrap after 10 years,” one commenter shared. “It’s hard to think of a time that some of it wasn’t covering something in the fridge. Time to open a new roll just in time for the holidays.”
Others eagerly joined in, adding their own humorous milestones. “It took me over 5 years, and it came with me during two moves across the US and to Canada as well,” one user noted. Another added, “I’m on my second roll. In my entire life. I’m almost 60. Next time I move, forget overpriced packing wrap—I’m sticking a dowel in my Kirkland roll and going to town.”
What makes this plastic wrap so iconic? Its size is unmatched. At 3,000 square feet, it’s 15 times larger than the typical 200-square-foot rolls sold in most grocery stores. The product’s durability and cling power make it indispensable, whether you’re sealing leftovers or wrapping awkwardly shaped dishes. It’s no wonder it has become a kitchen essential.
And Costco’s bulk food storage products don’t stop there. Many Redditors also swear by Kirkland aluminum foil. As one noted, “I finally finished a roll of aluminum I started when I moved into an apartment 15 years ago. I just opened a new one two months ago. I’ll post back in 2037.”
Costco’s bulk goods are more than just practical—they’re part of life’s milestones, from everyday leftovers to cross-country moves. The next time you’re at Costco, don’t underestimate the plastic wrap. It might just outlast your fridge.
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