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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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Insulated Reusable Water Bottles: Keep Your Drinks Hot or Cold!
Stay cool in the summer heat and hot in the winter chill. Enjoy refreshing iced teas and fruit-infused waters on a humid hiking trip or warming herbal tea on cold morning commutes. The FLASKE bottle meets your needs in all four seasons. Drinks stay hot for up to 12 hours and cold for up to 24 hours with an insulated reusable water bottle from FLASKE. What can you put in an insulated water bottle? An insulated water bottle for hot and cold drinks is super versatile. You can use it in all four seasons and for most types of beverages. Fill it with your favourite types of coffee and herbal teas or plain hot water to see you through the chilly winter days. Or, get creative with homemade iced teas and coffee, fruit juice, and other types of water. You can also use an insulated water bottle for kids’ lunches. Send them to school with a hot apple juice in the wintertime or chilled lemonade in the summer. Carrying an insulated water bottle in your bag will remind you to drink more, stay hydrated, and stay healthy. Also Read: What do you drink out of a tumbler cup? Are insulated water bottles safe to drink from? The best-insulated water bottles are made from high-quality stainless steel. 18/8 or 18/10 stainless steel, also called 304-grade stainless steel, is food-safe and highly resistant to oxidation (which causes rust) and corrosion. Unfortunately, not all vacuum insulated water bottles are created equally. Some lower quality bottles with double-wall insulation have been found to contain high levels of lead which can leak toxins as the bottle ages. That’s why it’s essential to choose a high-quality insulated water bottle. Also Read: Are metal bottles safe to drink from? FLASKE Personalised Insulated Water Bottle FLASKE’s personalised insulated water bottle is built with double-wall insulation that prevents condensation whilst maintaining the inner temperature for hours. Each bottle is fitted with a leak-free lid and made of 18/8 food-grade stainless steel. Just one of FLASKE’s reusable water bottles will keep hundreds of disposable bottles out of the oceans. Choose from four sizes and a huge range of colours, prints, and patterns. FLASKE’s colourful collection has insulated water bottles for kids, working professionals, nature lovers, and trendsetters. You can customise your insulated water bottle with a quick-drink sports lid or a cool carabiner clip. We’ll even engrave your name for just €10! If you’re looking for a practical eco-friendly gift, personalise a FLASKE bottle with the name of your friend, relative, or co-worker. Also Read: Why do personalised water bottles make great gifts? Help the Environment FLASKE is an environmentally conscious company that offers reusable stainless-steel food and drinks containers that are built to last. Our products help you to reduce waste on the go. Buy one metal water bottle, and you’ll keep hundreds of single-use plastic bottles from polluting the planet. Select your favourite insulated water bottle from the FLASKE Collection. We’ll send it to you in fully recyclable packaging and donate 650 litres of clean drinking water.
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6 Tips To Make Your Office Eco-Friendly
Want to make your office more sustainable? Whether you’re a large company with multiple offices or a family-run start-up, there are several ways that you can make your working space greener. Here are six tips for reducing your carbon footprint and creating an eco-friendly office space. Eliminate single-use plastics and reduce waste A zero-waste company policy would be challenging to implement, but companies can start by eliminating the most common single-use plastics. For example, supply water refill stations and glasses to reduce the need for bottled water or give employees a reusable water bottle to use at work and on the morning and evening commutes. If the office has a shared kitchen, replace disposable cutlery, plates, mugs, and paper towels with reusable dining ware and washable towels. Change the office printing default to print double-sided, only print when necessary, and go paperless if possible. Include reusable water bottles in new employee welcome packages Familiarize new employees with eco-friendly office policies by including a company-branded water bottle as part of the employee onboarding programme. A top-quality stainless-steel water bottle that’s toxin-free, recyclable, and built to last is a useful gift that will introduce new employees to the concept of a zero-waste office. You can also include eco-friendly office supplies made from recycled, recyclable, or compostable materials in a new employee welcome package. Also read: The best sustainable welcome gifts for new employees Create eco-friendly office challenges Make being sustainable fun by introducing a competitive element. Consider introducing monthly challenges, such as a cycle to work challenge, a no plastic bottles challenge, or a meat-free month challenge, to encourage your employees to go green. You can reward those who complete the challenge with eco-friendly corporate gifts or vouchers for sustainable stores or services. Reduce energy use Minimise energy consumption in the office by switching off office electronics from the mains instead of leaving them on standby. This includes the office coffee machine and water cooler as well as computer devices and desk lamps. Replace office lighting with energy-efficient bulbs and consider rearranging office furniture or reschedule working hours to take advantage of daylight. Another option, which you can introduce through a monthly green challenge, is encouraging employees to bring their lunch to work in a thermally insulated food pot. This will reduce the need for microwaves and fridges in the office kitchen as well as cutting waste from takeaway meals. Promote green commuting or allow employees to work from home Outside of city centres, where public transport is often time-consuming, impractical, or costly, many employees travel to work by personal vehicle. This is a major cause of air pollution and C02 emissions, but it can be avoided by getting employees to cycle or walk to work. Make sure there is a safe place for employees to lock their bikes during working hours and when possible, allow flexible working hours so that cyclists can avoid peak traffic hours. Those who live further away can carpool with other office employees. A carpooling sign up list can be displayed on a notice board or somewhere where all employees will see it. Alternatively, companies with a lot of employees could supply a private company bus for areas where the largest proportions of employees live. You can also reduce employees travel footprint by allowing meetings between regional offices to be carried out using video chat software. If the location of your office or working hours make it difficult for your employees to commute to work by public transport or other green means, consider allowing them to work from home all or some days of the week. Employ a sustainability manager or a sustainability team If you’re serious about adopting green office policies, a sustainability manager or a sustainability team, depending on the size of the company, can help facilitate the change. This person or team will take the pressure off of the current management team, allowing them to focus on their key roles. Meanwhile, a sustainability manager can organise and promote green initiatives, implement an office recycling program, reach out to environmental organisations that the company could partner with, and select the environmentally-friendly corporate gifts that will showcase the brand. Also read: Why you should consider reusable water bottles as eco-friendly corporate gifts Creating an eco-friendly office isn’t as easy as switching Styrofoam cups for reusable coffee mugs. If it were, every company would be carbon neutral by now. For your green office policies to be successful, all employees need to be on board with the changes. A sustainability manager or team can take charge of educating employees, through formal presentations or informal chats, about the importance of eco-friendly office policies and local environmental issues. Also read: What is corporate social responsibility? Are you prepared to make your office eco-friendlier? Start with these six tips for an eco-friendly office.
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Why You Should Consider Reusable Water Bottles as Eco-Friendly Corporate Gifts
Recycled, recyclable, biodegradable, plastic-free, organic, these are key criteria for products to qualify as eco-friendly. More and more businesses are making an effort to minimise their carbon footprint, cut waste, and protect the planet. Don’t get left behind! Prove to your employees, customers, and business partners that you’re ‘thinking green’ with eco-friendly corporate gifts that meet the above criteria. Thanks to the growing environmental trend, the market is saturated with eco-friendly products that would make great gifts, from notepads and pens to reusable coffee mugs. But one of the most useful eco-friendly products you can give is a thermally insulated reusable water bottle made from food-grade stainless steel. Unlike plastic, high-quality stainless steel bottles can be used for years, even decades if cared for correctly. It’s 100% recyclable and non-toxic, meaning that if it’s not recycled, it won’t pollute the earth or oceans. Stylish reusable water bottles also encourage the recipients of your gift to ditch single-use plastic bottles in their daily lives. Also Read: Branded Metal Water Bottles Will Boost Brand Image Next time you think about rewarding your employees, customers, and business partners, consider giving reusable water bottles as eco-friendly corporate gifts. Here are four reasons why. It’s a Quality Gift A reusable water bottle isn’t a novelty office accessory; it’s a high-quality gift that everyone can use every day and anywhere. Give a thermally insulated water bottle to your new employees or loyal customers, and it will be useful in all four seasons too. Add your company branding to this environmentally friendly corporate gift, and you’ll also benefit from free advertising. It’s Eco-Friendly Sustainability has always been important, but it’s trending now more than ever. Employees want to work for environmentally conscious companies, and customers want to buy sustainable products from ethical suppliers. Making sustainability a key focus with your company, and giving corporate gifts that reflect your green values, is a guaranteed way to boost your brand image. Also Read: Personalized Insulated Coffee Mugs for Christmas It’s a Versatile Promotional Product There are many ways that you can use company branded bottles to promote your business. Hand them out at tradeshows, sponsor local sports teams, send them to your most loyal or newest customers, or include a reusable water bottle in your employee onboarding welcome package. Recycled stationery might be a practical gift for office employees but, reusable branded water bottles are appropriate gifts for any company, any recipient, and any occasion. Also Read: Sustainable Corporate Gifts It’s Affordable Corporate gifting should be an integral part of most marketing plans and employee appreciation programmes, but it still needs to be within budget. Whether you run a small local business or an international company, an eco-friendly branded water bottle is a corporate gift that doesn’t look cheap and won’t exceed your budget. FLASKE Company Branded Water Bottle FLASKE specialises in supplying durable and thermally insulated reusable water bottles. Each bottle is fitted with a leak-proof lid and available in a selection of colours and sizes. FLASKE’s bottles are made from 18/8 food-grade stainless steel which means they’re BPA-free and recyclable. They’re responsibly produced in China and delivered in 100% recyclable packaging. Plus, when you buy from FLASKE, you support the Plastic Soup Foundation for plastic-free oceans and every sold FLASKE donates 650 liters of clean drinking water for people in need When your business is looking for eco-friendly gift ideas, consider giving reusable water bottles as corporate gifts.Request your free sample today!
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10 Sustainable Secret Santa Gifts That Will Surprise and Delight
It’s that time of year again. Fairy lights are appearing on high streets, mulled wine is bubbling on the stove, Christmas ads are in your inbox, and a blank shopping list sits on your kitchen table. Of course, you’re already on multiple secret Santa lists too. As much as we love Christmas, we have to admit that it’s the worst time of year for the planet. Thanks to all the extra shopping, the enormous Christmas dinner, and the novelty gifts that get thrown away in January, Christmas is an environmental nightmare. Secret Santa gifts are one of the problems. We’ve all been there. We’ve all pulled a name out of the hat, the close co-worker that you chat to on lunch breaks or the person you see at the coffee machine from time to time, and you have no idea what Christmas gift to buy. So, you wrack your brains and end up buying something that is cheap, impersonal, and likely to get thrown out. Let’s do it differently this year. Instead of wasting money on disposable items, give sustainable secret Santa gifts instead. Here’s a shortlist of the best secret Santa gift ideas that are useful, sustainable, and inexpensive. Reusable Stainless Steel Water Bottle A stylish and thermally insulated stainless steel water bottle would be a useful gift for anyone on your secret Santa list. In the FLASKE Collection, you can select from four bottle sizes, and a huge variety of colours and patterns, including camouflage prints for little adventurers and nature-inspired prints for outdoors lovers. Organic Cotton Shopping Bags Do you know someone who always forgets to bring a shopping bag? Or someone who’s still using disposable plastic bags? Give them a reusable shopping bag that they can hang by their front door, store in the office, or put in their day bag. Reusable Coffee mugs Disposable coffee mugs are one of the biggest pollutants on the planet. An insulated reusable coffee mug will reduce the number of coffee mugs going to landfill and help your friends, co-workers, or family members to enjoy their warming winter hot chocolates at the right temperature. Organic Tea & Coffee Did you know that most teabags contain plastic fibres that don’t biodegrade? For those who like to prepare their hot drinks at home, organic tea and coffee from a Fair Trade certified supplier are fantastic zero-waste Christmas gifts. Stainless Steel Straws For all the Christmas cocktails and mocktails that will be enjoyed over the festive season, inspire your secret Santa recipient to say no to plastic straws. A quality set of dishwasher-safe stainless-steel straws won’t break the bank and would go perfectly with the next item on this list. Travel Tumblers Travel tumblers are the most versatile type of drinks containers. The wide opening and straw compatible lid make them ideal for a range of beverages, including fruit-infused water, healthy smoothies, and tasty cocktails. Insulated Food Pots 100% leak-proof, plastic-free, and thermally insulated for hot or cold foods, a stainless steel food pot is a unique Christmas gift that will help to reduce food waste. It’s perfect for taking lunch to work, school, travelling, or a summer picnic. Homemade Treats The best kind of Christmas gift is always homemade. If you’ve got a talent for baking, why not surprise your secret Santa with a homemade Christmas pudding, Vegan-friendly cakes, or a savoury treat. You can package your homemade secret Santa gift in a recyclable box or pop it inside a reusable food pot. Gift Cards There’s nothing more wasteful than an unwanted gift. Instead of guessing what your secret Santa might want, why not buy a gift card for an environmentally conscious retailer and let them choose for themselves? FLASKE offers pre-loaded gift cards starting from €10. Personalised Food & Drink Containers A personal touch is the difference between a good secret Santa gift and a great secret Santa gift. Consider getting the name of the recipient laser engraved on the FLASKE product of your choice! Also Read: Why do personalised water bottles make great gifts? Don’t get stressed over your secret Santa gift this year and don’t waste your money on throw away presents. Check out the FLASKE Collection for customizable Christmas gifts that are guaranteed to surprise and delight this festive season.
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The Best Sustainable Welcome Gifts for New Employees
Do you remember your first day in a new company? I expect that you do. The excitement of stepping onto a new career path, the anticipation of where that path might take you, and the discomfort of treading in unknown territory.That’s how many new employees feel when beginning a new job and it’s why it’s essential to make a good impression on day one. Welcome gifts are a vital tool for onboarding new employees to your existing team. Welcoming new employees with high quality and company-branded corporate gifts sets encourages company loyalty, makes them feel at home in their new office space, and demonstrates that your company is prepared to invest in their future. Also Read: Branded Metal Water Bottles Will Boost Brand ImageWhy should you give sustainable corporate gifts to new employees? The product you choose to give your employees should represent the values of your company. If your company prioritizes environmental and social responsibility, then your employee welcome gifts must be environmentally friendly. This will help to set the standard that you expect from your employees. What makes a corporate gift sustainable? Sustainable corporate gifts fall under a large umbrella. They include office stationery made from renewable, biodegradable, recyclable, or recycled materials as well as gifts purchased from environmentally conscious suppliers. Sustainable corporate gifts can also be reusable items that help your employees minimise waste and live more sustainably in their daily lives. Also Read: Sustainable Corporate GiftsIn this article, I’ve shortlisted the best employee welcome gifts that will inspire your new employees to adopt sustainable behaviours in the office and on-the-go. Sustainable Gifts for New Employees Stainless Steel Water Bottles In this eco-conscious age, every business should consider giving reusable water bottles as corporate gifts. But not any reusable water bottle. The best types of reusable water bottle are thermally insulated and made from 18/8 food-grade stainless steel that’s safe to drink from and 100% recyclable. Remember to install a water cooler in your office so all your employees can refill their branded bottles.Also Read: Why Do Personalized Water Bottles Make Great Gifts? Reusable Coffee Mugs Why should your employees only enjoy tea and coffee at set times of the day? With an insulated coffee mug, they can drink their favourite beverage at the right temperature whilst completing their most important tasks. A high-quality travel mug with a leak-proof lid will protect office equipment from spillages. Your new employees can also use their company-branded coffee mugs on the morning and evening commute and thereby reduce their use of disposable coffee mugs. Also Read: Personalized Insulated Coffee Mugs for Christmas Stylish Tumbler Cups With a conical design, a slot for a reusable straw, and an opening that’s wide enough for large ice cubes, a branded travel tumbler is ideal for iced summer drinks, fruity smoothies, and healthy shakes. But a double-wall stainless steel tumbler also keeps drinks hot in winter. It’s the most stylish type of drinks container for your new employees. Thermally Insulated Food Pots If you want to encourage healthy eating and cut down on food waste, give your new employees the option of preparing their lunch at home and bringing it to work. A thermally insulated food pot will keep their hot and cold foods fresh for hours and reduce the demand for takeaway foods and office refrigerators. On-The-Go Gift Sets If your employee onboarding programme has a larger budget or your welcoming a higher-ranking member to the team, you might want to consider a more generous welcome package. You can choose to include all, or a combination, of the items listed above, depending on your company budget or the employee’s corporate level. Customise your Company Branded Gifts for Employees Whatever you choose to give your new employees should be branded with your company name and logo. Your branded gift will make them feel like part of the team but, as a bonus, it will help to advertise your brand name when they use it outside of the office. Also Read: Promote Your Brand with Custom Water Bottles It would also help to customise your corporate gifts so that they reflect your brand’s character or office culture. Does your office have a strict dress code? A sleek pink or black tumbler cup could be an appropriate gift. Is your team more artistic? Maybe a brightly coloured bottle would reflect the office atmosphere. If you promote health and fitness? Perhaps you should gift a branded reusable water bottle with a specially designed sports lid. Get It Right on Day One Whether you’re a big company welcoming your 5000th employee or a small start-up welcoming your 5th, making a positive first impression will go a long way to making your new hire feel at home. Make sure it’s part of your employee onboarding programme. Also Read: Personalised Reusable Water Bottles Reusable food and drink containers aren’t just excellent welcome gifts for employees in the food and beverage industries. Everyone needs to eat and drink, and everyone likes their hot drinks to stay hot and their cold drinks to stay cold. That’s why thermally insulated water bottles, travel tumblers, reusable coffee mugs, and leak-free food pots are the best welcome gifts for new employees! Check out the FLASKE Collection and request a free sample today!
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5 Ways to Promote Your Brand with Custom Water Bottles
Are you looking for an effective way to promote your brand? Branded water bottles made from top-quality stainless steel don’t just help to get your name and logo out there. They encourage sustainability at the same time. If you want to be remembered as an environmentally conscious business, consider promoting your brand with eco-friendly corporate gifts such as custom water bottles. Also Read: Branded Metal Bottles Will Boost Brand Image: Here’s Why Here are five practical ways to promote your brand with branded water bottles. How to promote your brand with custom water bottles Give branded water bottles at trade shows Trade shows are the perfect place to give out company-branded water bottles. At trade shows, people are already looking to connect with new clients, partner with like-minded brands, and start new business relationships. Don’t miss the opportunity to market your company name (and make a good first impression) with a branded reusable water bottle. Support local events Giving away free reusable water bottles at community events is a guaranteed way to raise awareness of your business and get your brand name remembered. If you’re a small business, or you offer a community-based service, this is also an excellent way to build trust and loyalty with people who may become your future customers, clients, or investors. Village fairs, parades, sports competitions, school events, and local fundraisers are some of the types of local events where you can hand out company-branded water bottles. Sponsorship Have you considered sponsoring local sports teams, charities, local events, schools, or start-ups? Sponsorship, or charitable donations, is one way that socially responsible companies can do their part to support local communities and charitable causes. When you become a sponsor, your brand name will be associated with the values of the event or organisation that you are sponsoring. As part of your sponsorship package, gift branded water bottles. Personalised water bottle gifts are particularly fitting when sponsoring sporting teams or events; however, everyone needs to stay hydrated. A reusable water bottle is a useful gift for everyone. Reward loyal customers with company branded water bottles Do you have customers who place large orders every month or clients who frequently use your services? Show that you appreciate their loyalty with a personalised corporate gift. You can send a 260 ml branded water bottle for all orders over X amount or a 500 ml branded water bottle for orders over Y amount. A custom water bottle would be a practical and thoughtful Christmas gift for your long-term customers. Also, consider giving eco-friendly corporate gifts to new customers after they place a second order or as part of a welcome package for subscription services. Or, why not personalise your corporate gifts with an engraved message? Promote your eco-friendly cause Stainless steel reusable water bottles help people to live more sustainably in their daily lives. Just one high-quality food-grade stainless steel water bottle can replace hundreds of single-use plastic water bottles. Show your customers, clients, and sponsors that you prioritise the environment by gifting eco-friendly branded water bottles. You can also gift branded water bottles to your employees to minimise plastic waste in the workspace. Your employees can use their new reusable water bottles on the morning and evening commute and thereby spread your branding even further. Also Read: Sustainable Corporate Gifts: Why Your Business Gifts Should Be Green Stop wasting time and money on old fashioned advertising techniques. Instead, promote your brand with custom water bottles. All of the ideas suggested in this post are effective ways to boost your brand image. And, getting your company branding engraved on stainless steel water bottles couldn’t be easier. FLASKE provides a selection of reusable water bottles in a variety of colours and sizes. FLASKE also supplies travel tumblers, reusable coffee mugs, and insulated food pots that can be personalised with your company name and logo. Order your free sample today!
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10 Coolest FLASKE Reusable Water Bottles to Buy Online
Which is the best water bottle for your style? There's a huge range to choose from at FLASKE's eco-friendly online store. If you're feeling spoilt for choice, here's a shortlist of the coolest FLASKE reusable water bottles to buy online.
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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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