🚨 Shocking surge in people scolded by old hot water bottles!!

[TiggerMe]

Who knew they only have a 2-3 year life!! Please everyone check your bottles and spread the word

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[Buddy195 Administrator]

Gosh TM, I think I’ve had one for 20 years. I will check it carefully!

[TiggerMe Ambassador in reply to Buddy195]

I'm thinking you have likely cared for it well then 😁 they are family airloom aren't they... an old trusted friend often from childhood when you feel low

[Buddy195 Administrator in reply to TiggerMe]

Just checked…. it says ‘St Michael’ on the bottle and as M&S dropped this branding in 2000, it’s definitely a vintage model!🤣

[RedApple Administrator in reply to Buddy195]

😱

[TiggerMe Ambassador in reply to Buddy195]

Wow!! I expect there'll be a run on them today, price will more than doubled 🙄

[helvella Administrator]

My mother used to fill them from a kettle which was still bubbling. Then screw in the stopper so hard it was almost impossible to undo. Never used a cover.

I'd like to suggest one of the Microwave Wireless Heatpads - often sold for pets.

Even then, choose carefully and make sure you follow the instructions and continue to do so into the future.

[Jingley]

Just saw this bit in the link TiggerMe

Empty the bottle and hang it upside-down to drain

Always wondered why hot water bottles had that hole in the bottom 🤔

I must check mine. I know I've had it for years.........

[TiggerMe Ambassador in reply to Jingley]

I do remember as kids the struggle to stand it up on the edge of the bath.... but always filled from the kettle to get maximum heat.... no ones wants a lukewarm bottle 🫤

[Jingley in reply to TiggerMe]

I can't be the only one that doesn't empty their hot water bottle until it needs filling again. Can I?😳And yes, always filled from the kettle that's just boiled.

[DippyDame]

I have a scar on my arm caused by my Red Riding Hood hot water bottle....her hood came off during the night and the hot metal cap caused a burn and big blister on my arm.....must have been 4 or 5. My mother thought she was safely covered!

Dangerous things hot water bottles when filled with near boiling water!!

70+ years later a microwave "Hottie" is a better option!

[Wua13262348]

I cuddled a hot water to my stomach , in bed, one night. It burst over my stomach. The rubber had perished. I think the wheat bags etc. that you can heat in a microwave are a much safer option nowadays!

[tattybogle]

mine must be knocking on 100yrs old ,

indestructable (so far),

takes 2 kettles to fill it ,

stays hot for about 24 hrs ,

needs a new washer fitted occasionally

(will definitely burn hole in leg given half a chance... lol)

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[Regenallotment Ambassador in reply to tattybogle]

Oh wow that’s the business!

[TiggerMe Ambassador in reply to tattybogle]

Fab... though looks like it's made of lead! Or an old bomb... break your foot if dropped!

But you reminded me the door stop is duel purpose... Back to the Future 😁