Bottles

Steel, glass and copper-style water bottles for the school bag, the office desk and long train journeys, with tips on lids, size and cleaning.

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Every morning, somewhere between packing the tiffin and finding the other shoe, a water bottle gets filled. Water bottles for Indian families need to survive school bags, auto rides and long summer days.

Start with the lid. A screw cap with a silicone ring is the most leak-proof, a flip-top is quicker for children, and a wide mouth makes scrubbing easier. Insulated steel keeps water cool for hours, plain steel is lighter, glass suits desks rather than bags, and copper is often chosen by people who follow the custom of drinking water kept in copper.

A litre is a sensible size for adults; 500 to 750 ml suits most children. Wash water bottles daily with a bottle brush, open the lid seal now and then to clean beneath it, and leave them to dry uncapped overnight.

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How should a copper bottle be cleaned?

Rub the inside and outside with lemon and salt or a little tamarind paste, rinse well and dry. Do this every week or two, since copper naturally darkens with use.

Can I keep lemon water or juice in a copper bottle?

It is better avoided. Acidic drinks react with copper, so keep copper bottles for plain water and use steel or glass for anything sour.

How long do insulated bottles keep water cold?

Double-walled vacuum bottles commonly keep water cool for many hours, depending on the outside heat and how often the lid is opened. The listing usually gives a guide.

Why does my bottle smell even after washing?

Smells often hide under the silicone lid ring. Remove and wash it, soak the bottle with baking soda and warm water, and let everything dry fully before closing.