For some reason, most hot water bottles have the words "Do not use boiling water"* or similar stamped on them.
FWIW, we have owned the same two hot water bottles** for over ten years. If and when we use them, I always fill them to the brim with freshly boiled water from the kettle and they are still going strong. That way, they stay warm for about twelve hours.
On a couple of more drunken occasions I have even managed to pour boiling water all over one hand; after the initial shock, the pain subsides and my hand was no worse for wear the following day (not that I am recommending this).
Just sayin', is all.
* The bansturbators seem to be 'hotter' on this in ANZ than in the UK.
** We 'splashed out' on two new ones for the kids this week, they bear the same instructions, plus extra hints and tips like 'fill them two thirds full' (doh!) and 'expel excess air'. Yeah right, wait 'til somebody squeezes too hard and fires a jet of boiling water into his own face.
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