Try This Quick Tip Next Time You Get Water Stuck In Your Double-Walled Mug

Double-walled glasses keep your drinks hot or cold longer, and they will not burn or chill your hand as you drink. The double-wall design also means that the glasses do not sweat, and the clear glass is a chic choice that lets you better view your gorgeous latte or tea. They are also typically made from durable glass, resisting both temperature changes and scratches. However, if you have one of these glasses already, you may be aware of one frustrating drawback. Occasionally, moisture can find its way between the two glass walls and get stuck there. Luckily, people have experimented and found a way to remove the trapped water easily, so you do not need to immediately look for crafty and creative ways to repurpose broken glass in your home and garden.

The incredibly simple solution that some people on TikTok have found is to let the glass cool before filling the mug with hot water. These glass mugs have a small hole at the bottom to preserve air pressure in the chamber, and this is where the water exits the hollow chamber. Water can also enter through this hole, which is why you shouldn't put it in the dishwasher, so make sure you hand-wash this type of glass. When the cool mug is filled with hot water, the pressure between the walls increases due to the temperature change, which forces the trapped water out. Make sure that the trapped water sits over the hole as you fill it with water to help the process.

While this tip has an explanation and many people have found success with the method, you may get mixed results. Depending on the cause of your trapped water, this tip may not be effective. Water can sometimes become trapped due to a product defect, such as an improper seal or a crack. If there is a crack in the internal wall of the glass, then filling it with water may cause even more water to enter the chamber between the walls. If there is a crack on the exterior wall, the pressure change should still help push out the water, but it may be difficult to find the cracks and tilt the cup so that the trapped water is over the crack. If you cannot find it, then you can also try other ways to remove the moisture, such as putting the glass in rice or carefully heating the mug to help the water evaporate. These methods may work, but they will likely take longer, especially if there is a lot of water trapped.

You probably should not continue to use cracked borosilicate glass, which is what many of these mugs are made from. If the mug is compromised, you can explore some smart ways to reuse mugs for useful storage solutions around your home. If you want to better preserve your double-walled glass mugs, make sure you gently hand-wash them, even if they are supposed to be dishwasher-safe. Also, wash the glasses in warm water, since using cold water can create the opposite pressure effect, pulling water into any holes or cracks.