If you enjoy smoking herb or tobacco from a glass bong, you probably know how unpleasant the smell can be after a few sessions. The bong water, the resin, the ashes and the bacteria all contribute to a foul odor that can linger in your room and even affect the taste of your smoke. Fortunately, there are some simple ways to get rid of the smell of a glass bong and keep it fresh and clean for your next use. Here are some tips and tricks to help you out.
Clean Your Bong Regularly
The best way to prevent your bong from smelling bad is to clean it regularly. Ideally, you should change the bong water after every use and rinse the glass with hot water. This will remove most of the contaminants and prevent them from building up on the walls and in the water. However, if you don’t have time or access to clean water, you can at least empty the bong water and let it dry before storing it.
Every once in a while, you should also give your bong a thorough cleaning with some alcohol and salt. This will dissolve the resin and kill the bacteria that cause the smell. To do this, you will need:
- Rubbing alcohol (at least 70% isopropyl alcohol)
- Coarse salt (such as kosher or sea salt)
- Ziplock bags or containers
- Paper towels or cotton balls
- Pipe cleaners or brushes
Follow these steps to clean your bong with alcohol and salt:
- Dismantle your bong and place each piece in a ziplock bag or container.
- Pour enough alcohol to cover each piece and add some salt.
- Shake or swirl each bag or container to make the alcohol and salt mixture reach every part of the glass.
- Let the pieces soak for at least 15 minutes or longer if they are very dirty.
- Remove the pieces from the bags or containers and rinse them well with hot water.
- Use pipe cleaners or brushes to scrub any remaining resin or dirt from the glass.
- Dry each piece with paper towels or cotton balls.
- Reassemble your bong and enjoy a clean and fresh smoke.
Use Piece Water or Other Products
If you want to avoid changing your bong water too often or cleaning your bong with alcohol and salt, you can also use some products that are designed to keep your bong water smelling good and prevent resin buildup. One of these products is Piece Water, which is a natural blend of mineral, vegetable and fruit extracts that creates a barrier between the smoke and the water. This way, the water stays clear and odorless for longer and the resin slides off the glass easily. You can use Piece Water instead of regular water in your bong and change it every few days or weeks depending on how often you smoke.
Another product that can help you get rid of the smell of a glass bong is an ash catcher. This is an attachment that goes between your bowl and your downstem and catches most of the ashes before they reach the water. This reduces the amount of dirt and smell in your bong water and makes it easier to clean. You can find ash catchers in different sizes, shapes and designs to suit your preferences.
Soak Your Bong in Alcohol Overnight
If your bong is very dirty and smelly and you don’t have time or patience to clean it with alcohol and salt, you can also try soaking it in alcohol overnight. This will loosen up the resin and make it easier to rinse off in the morning. To do this, you will need:
- Alcohol (at least 40% proof)
- A large container (such as a bucket or a pot)
- A towel or a cloth
Follow these steps to soak your bong in alcohol overnight:
- Dismantle your bong and place each piece in a large container.
- Pour enough alcohol to cover each piece completely.
- Cover the container with a towel or a cloth to prevent evaporation.
- Leave it overnight or for at least 8 hours.
- Remove the pieces from the container and rinse them well with hot water.
- Dry each piece with a towel or a cloth.
- Reassemble your bong and enjoy a clean and fresh smoke.
Conclusion
Getting rid of the smell of a glass bong after using it is not a difficult task if you follow some simple steps and use some common household items or products. By cleaning your bong regularly, using Piece Water or an ash catcher, or soaking your bong in alcohol overnight, you can prevent your bong from smelling bad and affecting the quality of your smoke. You can also improve the smell of your bong by adding some lemon juice, baking soda, vinegar or essential oils to the water or the alcohol. These natural ingredients will help neutralize the odor and add some freshness to your bong. Try these tips and tricks and see how they work for you.
