25.03.2025

How to Clean the Inside of a Water Bottle of Green and Dirt in 5 Minutes

By Lesia

It’s annoying when your water bottle gets green and dirt. But don’t worry, you can get your bottle sparkling again in just 5 minutes with these quick and easy methods:

Rice and Dishwashing Liquid Method:
Ingredients:
1/4 cup raw rice
1 tablespoon dishwashing liquid
Warm water
Directions:
Add the rice and dishwashing liquid to your water bottle.
Fill the bottle with warm water.
Cap the bottle tightly and shake vigorously for about 1 minute.
The rice will act as an abrasive and loosen the dirt.
Rinse the bottle thoroughly with clean water.

Baking Soda and Vinegar Method:
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon baking soda
1/2 cup vinegar
Warm water
Directions:
Add baking soda to water bottle.
Slowly add vinegar (it will foam!).
Fill bottle with warm water and let sit for 5 minutes.
Shake bottle briefly, then rinse thoroughly.

Lemon Juice Method:
Ingredients:
1/4 cup lemon juice
Warm water
Directions:
Add lemon juice to water bottle.
Fill bottle with warm water and let sit for 5 minutes.
Shake bottle briefly, then rinse thoroughly.
Additional Tips:

For stubborn stains:
Let the cleaning solution sit for longer (up to 30 minutes).
Use a bottle brush to remove stubborn deposits.
Regular cleaning:

Clean your water bottle daily with warm water and dish soap to prevent buildup.
Do a deep cleaning at least once a week using one of the methods above.
Dry:
Allow your water bottle to air dry completely before resealing.
Keep your water bottle clean and hygienic with these simple tricks