A glass bong is a device that allows you to smoke herb or tobacco through water filtration, which cools and smooths the smoke. However, not all glass bongs are created equal. Some bongs have features that enhance the smoking experience, such as accessories and percolators. In this blog post, we will explain what these features are and how they can help you customize your glass bong.
What are accessories for glass bongs?
Accessories for glass bongs are items that you can attach or use with your bong to improve its functionality, appearance, or convenience. Some examples of accessories are:
- Bowls: These are the parts where you pack your herb or tobacco. Bowls come in different sizes, shapes, and materials, such as glass, metal, or ceramic. You can choose a bowl that suits your preference and style, or switch between different bowls depending on the occasion.
- Ash catchers: These are attachments that fit between the bowl and the downstem of your bong. They catch the ash and debris from your herb or tobacco before it reaches the water chamber, keeping your bong cleaner and reducing the need for frequent cleaning.
- Downstems: These are the tubes that connect the bowl to the water chamber of your bong. Downstems can have different lengths, diameters, and designs, such as diffused downstems that have slits or holes at the bottom to create more bubbles and filtration.
- Bangers: These are quartz or glass cups that replace the bowl of your bong when you want to dab concentrates, such as wax or shatter. Bangers are heated with a torch until they glow red, then you drop your concentrate inside and inhale the vapor through your bong.
- Carb caps: These are small caps that fit over the top of your banger when you dab concentrates. Carb caps restrict the airflow and create a vacuum inside the banger, which lowers the temperature and pressure of the vapor, making it more flavorful and potent.
- Lighters: These are essential tools for lighting your herb or tobacco in your bowl. Lighters come in various types, such as butane lighters, hemp wicks, or electric lighters. You can choose a lighter that matches your style and preference, or use different lighters for different situations.
- Grinders: These are devices that help you break down your herb or tobacco into smaller pieces for easier packing and burning. Grinders come in different sizes, shapes, and materials, such as metal, wood, or plastic. You can choose a grinder that suits your needs and budget, or use different grinders for different herbs or tobaccos.
- Cleaning tools: These are items that help you keep your glass bong clean and fresh. Cleaning tools include brushes, pipe cleaners, cotton swabs, alcohol, salt, or specialized products such as ResRemover Bong Cleaner Single Pouch. You can use these tools to remove the resin, tar, and bacteria from your bong regularly.
What are percolators for glass bongs?
Percolators for glass bongs are extra water chambers in the bong’s tube that allow water to pass through. The percolator cools the smoke before inhalation, resulting in a smoother hit. Percolator bongs filter out contaminants from the smoke by forming tiny bubbles that interact with the smoke. Bongs with more potential for percolation provide more filtration and a higher quality smoke. Different types of percolator bongs include:
- Dome percolators: These are simple percolators that have a dome-shaped chamber with holes at the bottom. The smoke passes through the holes and bubbles up through the water.
- Tree percolators: These are percolators that have multiple arms or branches that extend from a central tube. Each arm has slits or holes at the end that create more bubbles and filtration.
- Honeycomb percolators: These are percolators that have a flat disc with many small holes that resemble a honeycomb. The smoke passes through the holes and creates a lot of bubbles and surface area for filtration.
- Matrix percolators: These are percolators that have a cylindrical chamber with many vertical and horizontal slits that create a matrix of bubbles and filtration.
- UFO percolators: These are percolators that have a circular chamber with slits around the edge that create a ring of bubbles and filtration.
How to customize your glass bong with accessories and percolators?
Customizing your glass bong with accessories and percolators is a fun and easy way to enhance your smoking experience. Here are some steps to follow:
- Choose your base bong: The first step is to choose a base bong that you like and that fits your budget. You can choose from different types of bongs, such as straight tube bongs, beaker bongs, or bubbler bongs. You can also choose from different materials, such as glass, acrylic, or silicone. Glass bongs are the most popular and offer the best quality, but they are also more fragile and expensive. Acrylic bongs are cheaper and more durable, but they are also less attractive and harder to clean. Silicone bongs are flexible and easy to clean, but they may affect the taste of the smoke.
- Add accessories: The next step is to add accessories that you want to use with your bong. You can choose from the list above or look for other options online or in your local headshop. You can mix and match different accessories to suit your needs and style. For example, you can use a metal bowl for durability, a diffused downstem for filtration, a quartz banger for dabbing, a carb cap for efficiency, a hemp wick for flavor, a wood grinder for aesthetics, and a ResRemover pouch for cleaning.
- Add percolators: The final step is to add percolators that you want to use with your bong. You can choose from the list above or look for other options online or in your local headshop. You can also combine different types of percolators for more filtration and smoothness. For example, you can use a dome percolator for simplicity, a tree percolator for diffusion, a honeycomb percolator for surface area, a matrix percolator for volume, and a UFO percolator for style.
Conclusion
Customizing your glass bong with accessories and percolators is a great way to improve your smoking experience and express your personality. You can choose from a variety of options that suit your preference and budget. You can also experiment with different combinations and see what works best for you. However, remember to always use your glass bong responsibly and legally, and to clean it regularly to maintain its quality and hygiene.
Happy smoking!
