Just went down the aliexpress rabbit hole again. Theres really everythinf for some of really niche things that i wouldnt ever buy, but some things really do look appealing. I wonder what do you guys use daily thats worth lets say under $20

  • @[email protected]
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    A decent reusable steel water bottle. Doesn’t need to cost a lot, and really cuts down on dishes at home

    • radix
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      How does it reduce dishes? Water bottles are one of the more annoying things to wash, in my experience, because my hands aren’t small enough to fit anymore.

      Edit: Yes, I have a bottle brush. It’s just that it’s a bit of a hassle to soap it from dry and then have to dry it somewhere before storing it again. I wash everything else with a rough sponge normally.

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        Get a metal one and put it in the dishwasher. Or get a bottle brush.

        Also, occasionally filling it with white vinegar and letting it sit overnight can help clean deposits.

        ETA: In general putting plastic in the dishwasher is not advised.

      • @[email protected]
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        39 months ago

        I see you’ve never had a partner with ADHD! Going around collecting all the half-drank water glasses in our household used to be a full-time job.

        • radix
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          29 months ago

          I have not! In fact, I’m usually the one carrying around water glasses because they’re less hassle to drink from and far easier to (visibly) clean than any other vessel is. I try to limit myself to two or three in the house though…

          • @[email protected]
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            29 months ago

            Unfortunately we’re both the problem, so there would just be glasses EVERYWHERE. Carrying one bottle around just made more sense

        • radix
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          59 months ago

          It’s a pain to take a tool out (and wait for it to dry) just for one or two bottles.

          • Piecemakers
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            You’re not serious. 😬

            It’s a brush. Shake it vigorously for 10-20 seconds and it’s dry enough. FFS. I hope you’re not serious.

        • radix
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          99 months ago

          Reusable steel water bottles should absolutely be washed.

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            39 months ago

            I mean it’s just storing water. You do have to wash it if you store other liquid beverages like coffee or juice. But if you use it just for water, I don’t see why it would contain any bacteria or scum or whatever.

            • radix
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              19 months ago

              It does (eventually) because it’s a dark wet environment you’re constantly polluting with your mouth germs.

              • @[email protected]
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                19 months ago

                It would only smell if you stick your mouth to the bottle ( the bacteria from your mouth will transfer to the bottle ). But if you drink it the other way, you don’t need to wash it ever.

      • morriscox
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        29 months ago

        For cups (for cool liquids), I use aluminum since it cools my drink down quickly with just a small amount of ice.

    • Jvrava9
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      49 months ago

      I’ve been using my for about 8 years now, still holds up.

      • @[email protected]
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        39 months ago

        Local DI (deseret industries-a Mormon goodwill equivalent) has them for $1.50. Pick your lid, thermo flask, size, straw or naw. Get 6 for $9. Or buy 1-2 a bunch of times. My only transportation is cycling (other than busses/trains). Hydration is essential for proper functioning on all of these.

    • AnonStoleMyPants
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      Man I hate these. They make water warm up instantly (unless vacuum insulated) and I could just one a single glass the whole day, or multiple days.