How to Keep Your Newt Bottle Clean: The Ultimate Guide

If you've recently joined the reusable bottle revolution with your new SHO Newt bottle, welcome! Designed with thoughtful features the Newt bottle is the first in our signature range and built to be just as easy to clean as it is to use.

The Newt bottle stands out for a reason - it’s fully cleanable. That means it comes apart entirely, making it easy to keep every part spotless and odour-free. We recommend giving it a quick wash after every use and a thorough clean at least once a week. Bonus: it’s dishwasher safe, so you can pop it in for a hassle-free refresh!

Scroll down for our 6 bottle cleaning tips that work for any bottle, plus step by step cleaning tips for the Newt water bottle.

Top 6 Bottle Cleaning Tips (for any reusable bottle!)

1. Let it fully air dry before putting it back together – Prevent mould and smells by allowing all parts to dry completely before putting your bottle back together.

2. Don’t soak your bottle – soaking can damage the outer coating.

3. Use a bottle brush for hard-to-reach areas – These make it easier to clean corners and ridges inside your bottle.

4. Don’t forget the lid – It’s easy to focus on the bottle itself, but the lid is where bacteria can really build up. Take it apart (if possible) and give it a thorough clean regularly.

5. Rinse immediately after use – Don’t let drinks like tea or juice sit for hours. A quick rinse helps avoid staining.

Cleaning the Newt Bottle: Main Body

Cleaning the main body of your Newt bottle is super simple. You can either use a bottle brush and warm soapy water or pop it into the dishwasher (yes, it's fully dishwasher safe!). For deeper cleans, add a teaspoon of SHO Cleaning Powder to your bottle with hot water and let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and leave to dry.

Don’t forget the silicone ring on the base of the bottle, this quiet touch feature can be removed. We recommend doing this every few washes. Clean it separately and make sure it’s completely dry before putting it back to prevent any water getting trapped.

How to Clean the Straw Lid (Step-by-Step)

The straw lid on the Newt bottle is one of its standout features - it’s not just leak-proof and durable, it’s also fully cleanable and repairable. You can just pop it in the dishwasher but to give it a deeper clean we recommend doing it by hand. Here’s how to clean it properly:

1. Remove the silicone loop from the lid.

2. Pull out the metal straw.

3. Unscrew the two parts of the lid.

4. Push out the inner silicone piece.

5. Wash all parts in warm, soapy water using a small brush if needed.

6. Let it air dry completely.

7. Reassemble by lining up the notches on the mouthpiece with the outer lid.

8. Screw the lid back together tightly - you should feel it go past the bump.

If you need a little help, watch our handy video.

A clean water bottle is a happy water bottle. With the SHO Newt’s fully disassemblable design, leak-proof straw lid, and dishwasher-safe parts, maintaining your reusable bottle has never been easier.

So whether you're taking your Newt bottle to work, the gym or a weekend adventure, follow these steps to keep it spotless, inside and out.

Ready to freshen things up? Grab some SHO Cleaning Powder and give your bottle the love it deserves.

Happy hydrating!