Life Hack: How to wash a reusable water bottle or travel cup — and how often

When's the last time you cleaned your travel cup or reusable water bottle?

What you need to know about washing reusable bottles and cups. Picture: iStock

As we strive to make more sustainable swaps in our daily lives, many of us are opting to use travel cups for our teas and coffees and filling up reusable water bottles to cut down on single-use plastic. However, some styles and materials are unsuitable to wash in a dishwasher or may have parts that are tricky to clean. Whether you’re using your reusable bottle or cup for water or other liquids, you will need to wash it daily when in use — even if it’s only ever been used for water. Your cups and bottles can easily gather bacteria and mould if left unwashed between uses. Here are some tips on keeping your reusable cups and bottles as clean as possible 

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