How to Clean Your Water Bottle Regularly

Your reusable bottle goes everywhere with you—work, the gym, hikes—but how often do you actually clean it? Regular cleaning ensures your bottle stays fresh, safe, and odor-free.

Clean your spout and internal straw regularly. Invest in a teeny tiny brush or pipe cleaners and clean through with warm, soapy water. Rinse well and drain dry upright. Never remove the hard spout part, and take care not to lose the air valve that sits underneath the folded-down spout. We sell spare air valves and seals. Caps are happy in the top rack of the dishwasher, but for best results, use a brush.

Handle your caps with care.

You can clean our Polypropylene sports cap in the dishwasher. Please place it in the top drawer. For the best results, we recommend washing it in warm soapy water. Use a small bottle brush to clean the hard-to-reach areas and the spout. Polypropylene is BPA/PBS and phthalate-free. It does not contain the endocrine-disrupting chemicals that are associated with health issues. However, this means it is a bit more fragile than those bad plastics. The toxic chemicals make the plastic softer and easier to shape.

 Treat your cap with care, and it could last a lifetime. If it does get damaged, don’t worry—we sell spares or replacement parts for all of our caps.

How to Clean your Water Bottle – What do I do if rust appears?

• Don’t worry. Even the highest grades of stainless steel can get rust spots and they are totally harmless. Remove the rust and your bottle will be as good as new.
• Clean the Affected Area: Make a paste with baking soda and water. Use a soft cloth or stainless steel cleaner to gently scrub the rust. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
• Check the Source: Make sure the discoloration isn’t from outside sources. This includes mineral deposits from water or residue from a drying rack.
• To Prevent Future Rust: Do not leave the bottle in damp places for too long. Clean it often, especially after using it with saltwater or acidic drinks.

How to clean your water bottle – My bottle has a nasty odour – What can I do?

Make sure to drain your bottle upside down. Don’t put it away while it’s still damp. If you do, you might smell bad when you open it at work the next day. No one wants to be that person.

Our stainless steel is the highest grade 304 or 18/8. It does not take on or impart odours or taste. Stainless steel is naturally resistant to bacterial growth but If your bottle does develop a nasty niff it can easily be remedied

If your stainless steel water bottle develops an unpleasant smell, here’s how to clean it effectively:

Materials Needed:

• Warm water
• Washing-up liquid
• Baking soda
• White vinegar
• Bottlebrush or a soft sponge
• Optional: Lemon juice or hydrogen peroxide

Step-by-Step Cleaning:

1. Routine Wash:
   • Rinse the bottle thoroughly with warm water to remove any residue.
   • Add a few drops of washing-up liquid and fill the bottle halfway with warm water.
   • Use a bottle brush or soft sponge to scrub the interior. Don’t forget to clean the cap and threads.
2. Deep Cleaning with Baking Soda and Vinegar:
   • Sprinkle 1-2 teaspoons of baking soda into the bottle.
   • Add a splash of white vinegar (be cautious, as it will fizz).
   • Once the fizzing subsides, fill the bottle with warm water and let it sit for 15-30 minutes.
   • Scrub thoroughly with a brush and rinse well.
3. Neutralize Odors:
   • If odours persist, fill the bottle with warm water and add a few tablespoons of lemon juice or hydrogen peroxide.
   • Let it sit for a few hours or overnight for best results.
   • Rinse thoroughly.
4. Dry Completely:
   • After rinsing, dry the bottle upside down on a rack with the cap removed. This prevents moisture buildup, which can cause odours.
5. Regular Maintenance:
   • Clean your bottle daily if used frequently, and deep clean it weekly or as needed.
   • Avoid leaving liquids in the bottle for extended periods, especially beverages like milk or juice.

Extra Tips:

• Avoid abrasive scrubbers, as they may scratch the stainless steel.
• If the cap has seals or rubber components, check for hidden mold and clean with soapy water or a vinegar solution.

This method ensures your bottle stays clean, odour-free, and safe for use! Other cleaning tips here

Sports cap use – With or Without internal Straw

Tip it or Sip it

You can use your onegreenbottle sports caps with or without their internal silicone straw. To use with the internal straw; drink from the bottle in the upright position – don’t tip it. If you use without the internal straw you need to tip to sip. If you choose not to use the straw internally, keep it handy to put in cocktails and smoothies instead! If you do use with the internal straw make sure you clean it regularly with a tiny brush or pipecleaner.

If you are having problems with not getting enough water through your sports cap please try the following things:

1. If the internal straw is attached make sure you are not tipping the bottle
2. If the internal straw is attached make sure it isn’t too long – trim to an angle so it doesn’t touch the base of the bottle
3. Try using without the internal straw – make sure you tip to sip
4. Still having issues – email us or give us a call we are always happy to help

If you lose your air valve or seal – don’t worry we sell them here

The new Classic sports Cap no longer has the built in handle and the tab on the spout is reduced to minimise breakages. The spout is larger for even faster flow.

All caps are BPS/BPA free and non leaching polypropylene with food grade silicone air valves and seals. Great for big thirst quenching glugs and totally leak proof when closed, which means it is the perfect cap for all ages over 18months.

The Classic sports cap is quieter than other caps and because of its wide spout it is easy to clean. Dishwasher clean in top drawer or handwash and use a pipe cleaner or small bottle brush to clean out the spout. Use with or without a straw and its fast flow air valve means that you can even pour water from the spout.

NOTE Quench straws do NOT fit the Classic sports cap – SPARE STRAWS CLICK HERE

Please note: Made from BPA/BPS free non leaching polypropylene with a BPA /BPS free silicone seal and air valve. This material is more fragile than other plastics. Please be careful when using it with young children or toddlers who might chew the spout. Not suitable for children under 18months

The caps have a small air valve and care must be taken not to lose this valve when cleaning the caps and please instruct small children not to remove the valve. The new valve is tricky to remove but if you are concerned please do not use for very small children. 

100% recyclable polypropylene