Care Guide
The Short Straw™ is the last straw you'll ever need. In order to prolong its life and keep it in tip top working order, it's important to keep it clean.
Don't worry - it's super easy.
Routine Cleaning
Recommended after each use
- Fully extend The Short Straw.
- Rinse the inside and outside of the straw body with water - this could be done in a bathroom sink or in a glass if water if you're out and about.
- Pull the included telescopic cleaning brush through the straw a few times in both directions.
- Pat dry to remove excess moisture.
- Retract your straw & put it back into its case along with the cleaning brush.
- The drainage hole in the bottom of the case will allow the straw & brush to drip dry slowly.
Where possible - try to leave the straw extend for it to dry fully before placing it back in its case.
Deep Cleaning
Recommended after heavy use
- Fully extend The Short Straw.
- Rinse the inside and outside of the straw body with warm water.
- Add a few drops of soap onto the included telescopic cleaning brush.
- Pass the cleaning brush through the straw several times in both directions, paying particular attention to the mouthpiece on either end.
- Rinse thoroughly with clean warm water to remove soap residue.
- You can also rinse the carry case and silicone comfort tip in cold running water.
- Pat dry to remove excess moisture.
- Leave the straw and cleaning brush fully extended to air dry completely.