If you enjoy smoking herb or tobacco from a glass bong, you know how important it is to keep it clean and fresh. A dirty bong can ruin the taste and smell of your smoke, as well as pose health risks from mold and bacteria. However, cleaning a glass bong can be tricky, especially if you don’t want to use harsh chemicals or alcohol that can leave residues or damage the glass. Fortunately, there are some natural and effective ways to clean a glass bong without using chemicals or alcohol. Here are some of them:
1. Vinegar and Baking Soda
This is a classic combination that can remove stains and odors from many surfaces, including glass. Vinegar is acidic and can dissolve minerals and organic matter, while baking soda is alkaline and can neutralize odors and create bubbles that help scrub away dirt. To use this method, you will need:
- White vinegar
- Baking soda
- A funnel
- A large bowl or container
- Some paper towels or cotton balls
- A pipe cleaner or a brush
Here are the steps to follow:
- Disassemble your bong and remove any loose debris or ash.
- Fill the bong with white vinegar until it covers all the dirty areas.
- Add a few tablespoons of baking soda through the funnel. You will see some fizzing and bubbling as the vinegar and baking soda react.
- Cover the openings of the bong with paper towels or cotton balls and shake it gently for a few minutes.
- Pour out the vinegar and baking soda mixture and rinse the bong with warm water.
- Use a pipe cleaner or a brush to scrub any remaining residue from the inside and outside of the bong.
- Rinse again with warm water and let it dry completely before reassembling and using it.
2. Lemon and Boiling Water
Lemon is another natural acid that can help dissolve minerals and organic matter from your glass bong. It also has a pleasant citrus scent that can mask any unpleasant odors. Boiling water can help loosen up any sticky or hardened residue and kill any germs or bacteria. To use this method, you will need:
- A lemon
- A knife
- A pot of boiling water
- A large bowl or container
- A pipe cleaner or a brush
Here are the steps to follow:
- Disassemble your bong and remove any loose debris or ash.
- Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into the bong. You can also add some lemon slices for extra acidity.
- Fill the pot with enough water to cover the entire bong and bring it to a boil.
- Carefully submerge the bong in the boiling water and let it simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Remove the bong from the water using oven mitts or tongs and place it in a large bowl or container.
- Use a pipe cleaner or a brush to scrub any remaining residue from the inside and outside of the bong.
- Rinse with warm water and let it dry completely before reassembling and using it.
