Can liquids seep and get trapped underneath the silicone sleeve and cause mildew/mold around the openings? Thank you!
190593
The lid does get mildew around it, after some time of use. Its very easy to clean. Every week or so, I thoroughly clean each part of bottle and lid, and have never had mildew resist cleaning, or not come off. I love these bottles. I've used many different kinds of glass drinking bottles over the years, and these are actually the easiest to clean.
190594
I haven't had that happen. The sleeve is removable so it can be removed and washed separately. Also, the bottle with sleeve can go in the dishwasher. I LOVE this bottle.
190595
No. I have had my Lifefactory bottle for a year and have never had a problem. I do hand wash the bottle and the lid.
190596
I have not had any issues with that. I use it daily at work and hand wash and dry.
190597
When you wash/rinse you can get in the corners, the sleeve has some give to it. I only put water in my bottles so I've not had to worry about other liquids getting trapped underneath the sleeve. I've never taken the cover off, it could get worn out but as I stated earlier it is loose enough to clean between the bottle and the sleeve, if need be
680295
I purchased the clear version, which is the one in the picture. I simply rinsed it myself with cold water and let it air dry. Haven't had any problems with mold or any other issues. It works really well for me. If u place it in the dishwasher -which i haven't tried- I would take it out before the heating cycle for drying kicks in. That heat may be too strong for this item.
1341561
It can be slipped off, but to be honest, I haven't had to do that yet. It is silicone and fits the bottle snugly. Not even a little condensation gets under the sleeve on my bottle. And the straw and mouth piece are easy to remove for cleaning as well.
1298668
Hi Alli, thank you for your inquiry. Our covers are not waterproof, but rather are highly water resistant. We do not manufacture, nor do we recommend completely waterproof covers as they do not allow for proper airflow throughout the cover which in turn can cause mold and mildew to form. If there is anything else that we can assist you with, please let us know.
724271
Definitely. Silicone is a very inert material in the solid state. They could however stain or trap odors. Thorough cleaning could reduce the possibility of these side effects.
1550785
I have not had that problem with mine. But I learned from a previous type of bottle that water does indeed mold in confined spaces if left standing more than a day or so. I would suggest removing the blue cover and run the glass liner and lid thru the dishwasher. I have done this with no problems, except the synthetic grip is awfully hard to then replace on the bottle. It would also be good to hand wash the grip and let it dry thoroughly overnight, as the moldy smell can come from that.
1484021
I haven't had any trouble and i have been using glasslock products for years. I have never gotten mold on the lids. I run everything through the dishwasher between uses. Maybe they should practice safe food storage, you really shouldn't have anything stored long enough to grow mold....right??? Gross!! then you don't have to worry about it staining the container. Free advice >> Don't eat over their house ;)
1900178
i have not had a problem with mold but ive only had my thermos for a couple of weeks.. i do not put milk in it bcuz we all know mild get stuck in straws etc... i was skeptical about buying it bcuz it has a straw and the worry of mold... but honestly its a real good thermos and it does not leak at all. i make sure to take it apart after school and clean it right away and allow it to fully dry
1581220
I have actually started noticing mold a few weeks ago. I use both daily and it took a few months to show up & it's only in the water bowl. They've since stained so I stopped using them
257656
I use mine with the silicone sleeve on. It fits okay, but makes it a little harder to put in, I have to fiddle more with it. BTW been using that way for about 2 years now.
1631735
A gel pack sounds better than a sponge by holding moisture longer, but I haven't had any problems with drips...other than some of my relatives, lol. If you can make the replacement without breaking the plastic, I'd say Go For IT! Let me know if it works for you, I might give it a try out in four of my units.
842398
I am no expert, but it seems that mold/mildew show up wherever there is moisture (from dew and rainfall and humidity). So maybe you need to keep the cover dry by getting a tarp to cover the cover. Of course the tarp will probably start to look gross after a few months, so you will need to get a tarp to cover the tarp. And so on. An easier recommendation would be to learn to live with your filthy cover. It is supposed to be dirty because it is keeping the filth off your furniture. So what if it gets dirty - - don't you take it off when you use your furniture anyway. And when you do, your cushions underneath will be nice and clean. Hey wait. . . . did this question come from my wife? Sounds like something she would say.
328558
I had a problem with mold in mine only once. I believe if the water gets too low, below the lip of the butter cup, then the air gets into the butter and mold begins to grow. Unfortunately, I tried to clean mine with vinegar. Do NOT do this. I am now ordering a second one, as the inside was etched quite badly from the vinegar.I think the answers above are correct that it's a matter of changing the water out, however I also think it's not so much from the water itself, but from the level getting lower, especially in hot weather.
1423007
I haven't had a problem with air seeping as long as the product has contact on all sides. Sorry to be so slow in responding. Just found the question.
613765
Here is a link to their website: http://www.slipxsolutions.com/materials. I have had them since August, and haven't noticed any mold or mildew buildup. Hope this helps you find what you need to know.
2045680
No. It will cause problems like gumming up and attracting dirt. Best to use the Silicone.
1614896
I have not tried. I was going to by a glass bottle with a silicone sleeve but decided not to cause it if breaks its a mess.. I got a glass bottle encased in a plastic bottle so if it breaks it all in the plastic. Less mess..