Water Bottles Buying Guide

Why Buy Promotional Water Bottles?

There are some important things to remember when Promotional Water Bottles. There’s nothing more common than seeing them on an office desk, in a gym bag, or in an auto cup-holder. The life-giving properties of water have made it a literal health phenomenon—and water bottles offer a unique canvas just waiting for your business logo and slogan.

If you’re looking for analytical persuasion to justify choosing promotional water bottles over other personalized marketing options, you need not look any further than the breakdown of water consumption in the past ten years. Some of these figures may surprise you.

Rising Popularity: There has been a marked increase in the popularity of bottled water in the past decade. In 2000, bottled water was ranked fifth in U.S. consumption, behind beer, coffee, milk and carbonated soft drinks. In 2008, bottled water was the second largest selling drink in the U.S. market, second only to carbonated soft drinks.

Remarkable Consumption: Americans consumed approximately 8.6 million gallons of bottled water in 2008. This figure represents a stark contrast from 2000, when Americans consumed 4.7 million gallons. In 2008, the average person consumed 28.5 gallons of bottled water a year. Bottled water delivery to homes accounts for nearly 28 percent of the market.

Promotional Water Bottle Materials

With the array of options available and potential safety concerns, how do you determine which type of reusable water bottle is right for you? Before you buy, let InkHead fill you in on the differences between the most popular options on the market today.

Polycarbonate Water Bottles
Polycarbonate is the plastic used to make many reusable water bottles (like the popular Nalgene brand).  The plastic is ideal because it is durable, light weight, and resistant to stains and odors. These bottles come in a variety of translucent colors, and are popular for sports use.

Aluminum Water Bottles
Aluminum water bottles are durable, lighter than stainless steel, stylish, and keep liquids cold longer than polycarbonate bottles. These bottles have a plastic or resin liner to prevent the metal from leaching into the water. These liners are known for being durable, but they may need replacement after years of use.

Stainless Steel Water Bottles
Stainless steel water bottles are considered safe since stainless steel is a neutral metal that doesn’t leach. They are durable, but have less style options and are slightly heavier than aluminum bottles. These bottles are relatively indestructible, and are an ideal choice for many reusable bottle buyers since they pose no risk of metal contamination and are cheaper than aluminum.

PET Water Bottles
Bottled water is made of PET (polyethylene terephthalate) plastic, and is not made to be reused, though many people do refill and use them again. These bottles do not stand up to washing and some studies have shown that with repeat use, these bottles may even leach chemicals into the water.

While choosing what kind of reusable water bottle is right for you, consider safety, durability, and style.  There is disagreement among researchers about the potential negative side effects of BPA (Bisphenol-A), a synthetic hormone that is a component in some plastics.  In response to this, many reusable water bottle manufacturers are making bottles that are BPA-free water bottles.

Be sure to read the manufacturer’s manual to determine whether your bottle is dishwasher safe, and remember that proper care will extend the life of your reusable water bottle.

How to Buy Promotional Water Bottles

At Team InkHead, we’re particularly proud of our robust selection of custom water bottles. Here are some key aspects of our personalized water bottles that you should keep in mind as you shop.

Water Bottle Types. We have bottles that fit just about any situation. Our bike bottles are perfect for your customers who travel the Earth on two wheels. We have bottles with a wide range of tops–pop tops for the sports enthusiast, screw tops that prevent leakage and straw tops for kids.

Water Bottle Materials. Perhaps the most critical feature of the promotional water bottles you choose. Our thermal wholesale water bottles keep hot drinks warm and cold drinks cool. From stainless steel to traditional plastic, we have bottle linings that suit just about every purpose.

Water Bottle Brands. As it goes with all of our promotional items, we carry an impressive collection of brand name personalized water bottles that convey a sense of class. Choose from Gobi, Nook, Triton, Koozie and dozens of others.

About Promotional Plastic Water Bottles and Safety

Ready to order some custom water bottles? Have a question about this product? Please contact us. We can take your order over the phone or answer any questions you may have.