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Best Reusable Water Bottles for Kids
If you're a parent and you're concerned about the environment, there are probably some questions that you want answering. Are reusable water bottles for kids sustainable? How much do they cost? What bottles are BPA free? What are the best water bottles for kids? What can I put in a reusable water bottle? Let's answer some of those questions. Currently, single-use plastic bottles are one of the most littered items on the planet. They regularly turn up in beach clean-ups, block waterways and fill landfill sites even though they are technically recyclable. Teaching kids to refill a plastic-free water bottle is a stepping stone for teaching the future generation about environmental issues and the importance of minimising plastic waste. Eco-friendly water bottles for kids don't just provide peace of mind for eco-conscious parents; they’re useful too. The best reusable water bottles for kids are leak-proof, condensation-proof, difficult to spill and easy to clean, which is sure to save you some time and give your washing machine a break! There are many more reasons to buy an insulated reusable stainless steel water bottle for kids, to start with: Stainless steel water bottles are BPA-free and protect kids from the potentially harmful chemicals found in plastics. They help to reduce pollution from plastic waste and teach kids to adopt sustainable habits. They will keep your kids' drinks at the right temperature. A personal water bottle can encourage kids to drink more water and stay hydrated, improving mental clarity, energy levels, and concentration in the classroom. It will save you money in the long-term. Your kids will love the cool FLASKE bottle designs! At FLASKE, we're as dedicated to minimising plastic waste as we are to providing practical alternatives to single-use plastic. FLASKE's water bottles for kids are made from top quality stainless steel that's safe for your little ones to drink from. Our bottles are also leak-proof and condensation-proof so you can pack one in your kid's backpack without fear of soggy sandwiches. Because our stainless-steel water bottles are easy to clean, you fill them with anything from water to your child's favourite fruit juice. Plus, FLASKE offers a selection of child-friendly water bottles that your kids will be proud to show their school friends. Take a look. FLASKE’s 5 Best Reusable Water Bottles for Kids FLASKE Rainbow Bottle Series We know that kids like to be different and the FLASKE Rainbow Series caters to all. Your child can choose their favourite colour reusable water bottle, from baby pink to sea blue and sunshine yellow to chilli pepper red. Plus, our Rainbow Series bottles come in three different sizes; 500 ml, 750 ml, or 1000 ml, and all 500 ml bottles are compatible with FLASKE's sports lid and carabiners. FLASKE Camouflage Bottle Series (500 ml) Where are the kids? Out playing soldiers in the garden again? An army-inspired camouflage bottle would be the perfect piece of kit for their next top-secret mission. The 500 ml FLASKE Camouflage bottles are ideal for boys and girls. They’re the right size to keep kids well hydrated while out on an adventure and also compatible with FLASKE’s sports lids so it’s easy to drink on the go. FLASKE Wild Bottle Series (500 ml) Whether your kids’ climb trees like Mowgli from The Jungle Book or they're just inspired by nature, these jungle-themed water bottles are sure to bring out their creative side. Better yet, the unique designs are unlikely to get mixed up with other bottles in the classroom, so you can be sure that your kid will bring it home at the end of the school day. FLASKE Zebra Bottle (260 ml) The Zebra bottle from our Wild Series is the best reusable water bottle for toddlers. Its small size makes it easy for little hands to hold. Meanwhile, the funky Zebra print is a popular choice for animal lovers. Plus, the Zebra bottle is compatible with the FLASKE sports lid, so your toddler can drink from the bottle like a Sippy cup instead of lifting it. FLASKE Personalised Water Bottles for Kids If you really want to make your kids bottle unique, why not personalise it with their name. FLASKE offers laser-engraving on a selection of bottles, including all reusable water bottles in the Rainbow, Match, Deep and Gradient Series. FLASKE's child-friendly features Aside from the colourful designs and unique prints, you’ll find a selection of child-friendly accessories for FLASKE's water bottles. A durable flip-up sports lid will make it easy for kids to drink from any of our 260 ml or 500 ml water bottles and minimise mess at the same time. You can also replace lost lids instead of buying a whole new bottle. Additionally, in case FLASKE's range of designs and name engraving isn't quite enough, your child can personalise their bottle even more with a lightweight carabiner in the colour of their choice. Children's eco-friendly water bottles are practical and stylish, but, most importantly, they teach the next generation to live more sustainably. Why not let your kid choose their favourite FLASKE Bottle and start saving the planet today?
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8 Reasons to Take A Reusable Water Bottle Everywhere
Whether you're going on vacation, working out at the gym, organising a summer picnic, or just going about your daily life, there are many benefits to taking a reusable water bottle everywhere you go. Reasons to ditch single-use plastic water bottles and start carrying a reusable stainless steel water bottle range from concerns about the amount of plastic already polluting the oceans to concerns about plastic bottle toxicity. There's even a financial benefit when you ditch disposable bottles and refill a reusable water bottle instead. I used to buy bottled water all the time. Since buying a reusable stainless steel water bottle, I never drink bottled water unless it's absolutely unavoidable. Here are some of the most persuasive reasons to take a reusable water bottle everywhere. 8 Reasons to Take a Reusable Water Bottle Everywhere To Reduce Plastic Waste Billions of single-use plastic bottles are produced every year and only a small percentage of them are recycled. Even plastic waste that is recycled can only be reused a certain number of times as the fibres degrade. Therefore, most of the world's plastic waste ends up in landfill sites or in the oceans where it leaches chemicals, pollutes soil and harms wildlife. In the 2019 International Coastal Cleanup, over 1.9 million plastic bottles were collected from coastal areas worldwide, making plastic bottles one of the most common everyday items that pollute the oceans. To Protect Yourself from Toxic Chemicals It's no secret that plastic contains chemicals. Although plastic bottles may be okay to use when new, disposable bottles leach toxins when they become old, damaged or exposed to hot temperatures. That's why you should never reuse a single-use water bottle. The extent to which plastic bottles are responsible for health issues is still disputed but chemicals, such as BPA, have already been linked to infertility, hormone imbalance, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Nowadays, most people know to avoid BPA, but many people are unaware that several popular bottled water brands still contain significant amounts of microplastic. To Improve Your Overall Health Aside from toxic chemicals, taking a water bottle everywhere will remind you to drink more water. With a reusable water bottle in your bag, you'll be able to drink without the hassle of finding a shop or vending machine and paying out every time you feel thirsty. People who carry reusable water bottles are more likely to stay hydrated. Staying hydrated can elevate your cognitive and physical health by improving your focus and digestion, minimising headaches, clearing your skin, speeding up muscle recovery, and more. Also Read: Stay Hydrated: refill a reusable water bottle To Track How Much You Drink A reusable water bottle doesn't just encourage you to drink more water; it also helps you keep track of your daily consumption. If your target is to drink two litres of water every day, you only need to refill a 500 ml water bottle four times and make a note when you do. Likewise, during or after exercise, the right-sized reusable water bottle can prevent you from over or under hydrating. It's much easier to keep track of your daily water intake when drinking from a bottle instead of a glass. To Promote Plastic-Free Living If you're already aware of plastic problems and you're trying to reduce waste, then a reusable water bottle is an easy first step. Additionally, taking a reusable water bottle everywhere you go will help promote plastic-free alternatives to your friends, family, co-workers, or anyone who sees you using it. Before long, reusable stainless-steel water bottles will be the social norm and disposable bottles a thing of the past. To Save Money It's also important to note that reusable water bottles are lighter on your wallet in the long term. A 500 ml FLASKE Bottle costs just under €30. With the correct care, one bottle can last a lifetime. Comparatively, if you buy bottled water every day, you're probably already spending at least €30 every month. Even if you reuse disposable bottles (which you shouldn't), you're still going to save money by buying a high-quality stainless steel water bottle. Because Water Tastes Better in Stainless Steel Water Bottles Because you can't safely wash a plastic bottle with hot water, it's very easy for bacteria and bad odours to accumulate inside a plastic bottle, reusable or not. On the other hand, food-grade stainless steel is completely safe to wash with dish soap and boiling water so you can clean your bottle properly after each use. Additionally, because high-quality stainless steel is corrosion and rust-resistant, you don't get a metallic taste to your water. Because It Looks Better Than a Plastic Bottle For some people, style isn't important; for others, it's everything. Whichever group you fall into, you'll probably agree that reusable water bottles with unique prints, a huge range of colours, matt or metallic finishes, is much cooler than a transparent plastic bottle with a flimsy label. Several FLASKE Bottles are even available with name engraving so you can personalise a reusable water bottle. Also Read: 10 coolest FLASKE reusable water bottles to buy online Take Back Control With A Reusable Water Bottle Hopefully, you're convinced by these eight reasons to buy a reusable water bottle and take it everywhere. Whether you're motivated by environmental issues, health concerns, financial savings, or you just want something more stylish for your office desk; there are several benefits to using a reusable water bottle instead of disposable water bottles. Don't waste time; take a look at the FLASKE Collection, order your favourite bottle and start using it the very next day!
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Why You Should Stop Reusing Single-Use Plastic Water Bottles
There’s no escaping them, single-use plastic bottles are everywhere. They’re so cheap and convenient that many people don’t think twice about buying them daily. This only adds to the mountain of plastic already destined for landfill sites where they will take approximately 450 years to decompose. Environmental concerns are one of the main reasons that you should stop buying plastic bottles and invest in a reusable water bottle, but why should you stop reusing single-use water bottles? Plastic bottles are described as ‘single-use’, but many people will refill plastic bottles multiple times. This brings us to the second main reason that you need to ditch plastic bottles—your health. Why you need to ditch single-use plastic water bottles for good Plastic Bottles may cause health issues Many experts agree that single-use plastic bottles can leach chemicals when used repeatedly. The long-term effects of consuming these chemicals could harm your health. One of these chemicals is BPA, which has been linked to hormone imbalance, fertility problems, and certain types of cancer, as well as metabolic and cardiovascular diseases. Recent studies have also revealed that several popular bottled water brands contain substantial amounts of microplastics. Additionally, the damp and warm conditions inside a water bottle allow bacteria to thrive. Once opened, bacteria can enter the bottle from your hands and mouth. Washing with hot soapy water would kill off a lot of bacteria but, unlike stainless steel water bottles, plastic bottles shouldn’t be exposed to high temperatures. Plastic bottles will break down quicker and release harmful chemicals when filled with hot liquids. Also Read: What’s the best way to clean a water bottle? Plastic contributes to global warming Plastic bottles are mostly made from oil. The oil is first extracted from the earth, then turned into a material called PET and used to make single-use water bottles. This whole process is energy-intensive and, according to a study, each 1.5-litre plastic bottle produces approximately 200g of greenhouse gases. There are also greenhouse gas emissions that come from transporting the bottles from their place of manufacture to the point of sale and greenhouse gasses that are released as the bottles slowly decompose. If you’re looking for easy ways to reduce your carbon footprint, switching plastic water bottles for a stainless steel reusable water bottle is an easy first step. Plastic harms wildlife Too often single-use plastic bottles end up in rivers and oceans where they break down into smaller pieces and are eaten by sea life. There are plenty of examples of sea birds and turtles that have suffocated or died from starvation caused by plastic-filled stomachs. If you don’t want to see any more animals added to the list of endangered species, stop using plastic bottles and start refilling an eco-friendly water bottle. Also Read: Where can I refill a reusable water bottle? Disposable bottles cost more in the long term Take a moment to calculate how much money you spend on bottled water each month. Include the bottles that you buy while out and about, at work, travelling, and at the gym. You might be surprised to learn that you could save as much as, or more than, €30 per month just by refilling a reusable water bottle. Of course, first, you need to buy a reusable water bottle. A high quality, 500 ml insulated water bottle from the FLASKE Collection, costs just under €30, so your investment will break even in only one month. Stainless Steel vs Plastic Stainless steel isn’t just better for your health than single-use plastics. It’s also a healthier and more sustainable alternative to reusable plastics. Ditching reusable and single-use plastics protects the planet and sets an excellent example for your peers, family, co-workers, and employees. High-quality reusable stainless-steel water bottles are: Safe to drink from Versatile Environmentally friendly More cost-effective in the long term Customisable Excellent gifts Stylish Also Read: Stainless steel vs plastic: what’s the best type of water bottle? Why stop at single-use plastic bottles? You can further reduce your carbon footprint, improve your health, and save money by switching disposable cups for stainless steel travel tumblers and reusable coffee mugs. Or, challenge yourself to take your lunch to work in a reusable food pot instead of shopping for plastic packed sandwiches. Get more inspiration from the FLASKE Collection!
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Why Do Personalised Water Bottles Make Great Gifts?
If you’re looking for the perfect gift then look no further than a personalised water bottle. Gift your friend, spouse, or relative with a thermally insulated reusable water bottle, and they can enjoy their drinks ice cold in summer and hot in the winter. Not only that, but a high quality insulated stainless-steel bottle is a gift that will be used for years.
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Personalised Reusable Water Bottles: Get Yours Engraved
Need a sustainable present for your eco-conscious friend or a personalised gift for your employee of the month? Do you want a simple way to identify your son’s from your daughter’s reusable water bottle or a unique treat for yourself? A personalised reusable water bottle is the perfect gift for everyday use. A stainless-steel water bottle is already the best type of drinks container for commutes to work and travelling as well as sports and picnics. Stylish stainless-steel water bottles don’t just help you stay hydrated; they also help to minimise plastic waste and protect your health from plastic pollutants. So, if you’re going to buy a high-quality stainless-steel bottle, why not engrave your name on it? Are you asking yourself where to buy personalised metal water bottles? You can find them right here at FLASKE’s online store. FLASKE already offers a vast range of colours and patterns, as well as reusable bottles in four convenient sizes. But now, you can get your favourite FLASKE bottle engraved with a name of your choice! It’s not just water bottles either; you can get a name engraved on any of FLASKE’s travel tumblers and reusable coffee mugs! Stand out from the crowd! Gone are the days of bland water bottles. You’ll never mix up your reusable water bottle with a colleague again. Nor will you need to spell your name to the barista at your local coffee shop. Why? Because it’s already engraved on your personalised stainless steel tumbler or insulated food pots. Where can I get personalised coffee mugs, tumbler cups, and reusable water bottles? FLASKE has personalised reusable water bottles, tumbler cups, and coffee mugs for every occasion. Customising your drinks containers couldn’t be easier. Personalised water bottle gifts are available at the FLASKE online store. Just select your favourite design of insulated water bottle, coffee mug, or tumbler cup. On the product page you’ll see a text box next to the word ‘Engrave’. Here you can type your name or personal message, up to eight characters, and see a preview of your text on the bottle. You can flick through the colours until you’ve found your favourite bottle, tumbler, or coffee mug. Engraved FLASKE bottles are also available in up to four sizes. When you’re happy with your design, click ‘Add to Cart’. For even more customisation ideas, check out FLASKE’s water bottle accessories. Perhaps you’d like to add a sports lid or a colourful carabiner. Engrave your reusable water bottle If you’re looking for the perfect sustainable gift or you want to stand out from the crowd, then FLASKE has a unique bottle for you! Engraving is now available on many of FLASKE bottle designs and all travel tumblers and coffee mugs. At FLASKE you can find personalised stainless steel bottle for kids and for adults, for him and for her. Order your personalised reusable water bottle today and enjoy tomorrow!
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Stainless Steel vs Plastic: What Is The Best Type Of Water Bottle?
If you're looking for a reusable water bottle, then you're already on the right path for a more sustainable lifestyle. But you might be wondering what is the best type of water bottle?
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3 Great Reasons To Buy A Reusable Water Bottle
Single-use plastic bottles are consistently in the 10 ten most littered items found in coastal clean-ups. The safety of popular bottled water brands has also come under investigation from the World Health Organisation. Once you’re in the habit of carrying a reusable water bottle, you’ll never want to use a disposable bottle again. Here are just some of the many benefits of using a reusable water bottle.
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The Perfect Summer Set: Be More Sustainable This Season
Think about the amount of plastic waste there is in your picnic box? Single-use plastic cutlery, disposable cups, plastic drinks bottles, and cling-film wrapped sandwiches… Spending more time outside often means slipping into wasteful habits. This season, enjoy the summer sun whilst protecting the environment with the perfect zero-waste summer set!
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How To Work From Home During The COVID-19 Crisis
There’s no use complaining. Until the COVID-19 pandemic is under control, working from home will be the norm. Use these helpful tips to help you ease the transition and stay positive whilst working from home.
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