Author: Site Editor Publish Time: 2023-06-02 Origin: Site
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For Hand Washing: Give both pieces a wash in the sink with a mild dish detergent and a cleaning brush or cloth.
Allow to Dry Thoroughly: Whether you've opted for the hand washing or dishwasher route, be sure to allow your lid and tumbler to air dry completely. Set them upside-down on a drying rack or dish towel and leave the sliding reclosable drink spout on the lid open halfway, to allow the air to circulate through the gaps.
Even dishwasher safe travel mugs benefit from a deep cleaning every now and then! If you’re drinking a lot of coffee or tea in your tumbler, the tannins and natural oils in your caffeinated brew can build up on the inside surface of your mug, creating stains. The hot water of a dishwasher can often set these stains in, leaving a bit of residue and unwanted remnants of taste behind- so we recommend you try a deep cleanse on occasion to maintain your mug in its pristine brilliance for the perfect taste every time!
Additionally, our Tumbler Lid is made of three easily removable components that can be separated and cleaned individually when it's time for a deep refresher.
Deep Cleaning Your Stainless Steel Tumbler the Easy Way…
Add about a tablespoon of baking soda into the bottom of your stainless steel tumbler
Pour in a big splash of any household vinegar, anything you have laying around will do.
Set aside to let the mixture foam bubble up, and get to work doing its deep exfoliation on the stains.
Once the initial foaming settles down, pop on your lid, close the drink spout and give it a good shake to distribute the mixture up and around the walls of your tumbler.
Pour the vinegar and baking soda concoction out and give your tumbler a thorough rinse before starting on your lid.
Disassemble the components of your tumbler lid to give them each a good wash individually, and remove any built-up residue that's accumulated between the seals. Simply slip out the slider sipping spout cover, and ping off the rubber ring that creates the spill-proof seal around the lid's outer rim. Wash each part in soapy water, rinse in fresh tap water and leave to dry completely before reassembling.
We like to use a quick splash of mild dish soap when doing the final rinse of your mug, to make sure you’re not leaving any acidic taste behind to taint your next drink!
Allow all the parts to dry separately overnight to ensure they're completely dry before storing them... Or, for refilling with your drinks first thing in the morning to fuel your day’s adventure- which is the most likely option if you're inseparable from your coffee mug like we are!
Don't Bleach your Tumbler- Bleach contains a powerful oxidizing agent that breaks down and compromises the chromium oxide in your travel tumbler- and that’s the very component that makes your steel stainless. Over time, this causes a powerful chemical reaction and oxidation that results in rust. Cleaning your tumbler with bleach is a big no-no, so stick to good old vinegar and baking soda if you need a supercharged clean!
Don't Use Steel Wool- Steer clear of metal scrub sponges and wire brushes to scrub the inside of your stainless steel travel mug. The super abrasive metal can etch the surface, creating tiny scratches that attract stains and residue from your drinks. As the drink residue settles into the etch marks, it becomes embedded in the scratches and will be impossible to scrub out, forever tainting the taste of drinks you’ll put in your tumbler down the road.
