How to Make a Bong Without Foil

A bong is a device that allows you to smoke herbs or tobacco by filtering the smoke through water. Bongs can be made from various materials, such as glass, plastic, ceramic, or metal. However, some of these materials may not be readily available or safe to use. For example, foil is often used to make the bowl of a homemade bong, but it can release harmful chemicals when heated. Fortunately, there are other ways to make a bong without foil, using some cheap and basic supplies. Here are some of them:

Method 1: Using a Gum Wrapper Joint

This method is very simple and requires only a gum wrapper and some herbs. Here are the steps:

1. Scrape off or peel off the foil on the gum wrapper. You don’t want to smoke any metal particles.
2. Crush your herbs and place a small amount inside the wrapper.
3. Roll your gum wrapper by closing one end and leaving a slight opening at the other end for smoke to get through.
4. Light the closed end of the wrapper and inhale from the open end like a joint.

This method is quick and easy, but it may not produce much smoke or last very long. You may need to use several gum wrappers to get a satisfying hit.

Method 2: Using Glass, Plastic, or Ceramic Components

This method is more elaborate and requires some tools and components that you can find around your house or buy from a hardware store. You will need:

• A glass, plastic, or ceramic bottle with a cap. The bottle should be large enough to hold some water and have a narrow neck.
• A glass, plastic, or metal tube that can fit through the cap of the bottle. This will be the downstem of your bong.
• A socket for a socket wrench, a thimble, or another circular piece of metal that you can use to hold your herbs. This will be the bowl of your bong.
• A drill or a sharp tool to make holes in the bottle cap and the bottle itself.

Here are the steps:

1. Fill up the bottle about ¼ of the way with water. The water will filter the smoke and cool it down.
2. Poke a hole just below the neck of the bottle to make the carb. The carb is the hole you’ll cover with your finger at first and then let go of so you can inhale the smoke in the bottle. Make the hole large enough for air to easily flow through it, but not so big that you won’t be able to cover it with your finger.
3. Drill or poke a hole in the center of the bottle cap. The hole should be slightly smaller than the diameter of your tube.
4. Insert one end of the tube through the hole in the cap and secure it with some glue or tape. Make sure there are no gaps or leaks around the tube.
5. Attach your socket, thimble, or metal piece to the other end of the tube and secure it with some glue or tape. This will be your bowl where you’ll put your herbs.
6. Screw the cap with the tube and bowl onto the bottle.
7. Pack your bowl with your herbs and light it up.
8. Cover the carb with your finger and inhale from the mouth of the bottle.
9. When you’re ready to clear the smoke, release your finger from the carb and inhale quickly.

This method is more durable and efficient than using a gum wrapper joint, but it may take more time and effort to make. You also need to be careful not to burn yourself or break any glass components.

Method 3: Using a Gravity Bong

This method is similar to method 2, but instead of using a bottle with a cap, you’ll use two bottles of different sizes. You will need:

• A large plastic bottle (such as a 2-liter soda bottle) with its bottom cut off.
• A smaller plastic bottle (such as a 16-ounce water bottle) with its cap on.
• A socket for a socket wrench, a thimble, or another circular piece of metal that you can use to hold your herbs.
• A drill or a sharp tool to make holes in the cap of the smaller bottle.
• A bucket or a large container filled with water.

Here are the steps:

1. Drill or poke a hole in the center of the cap of the smaller bottle. The hole should be slightly smaller than the diameter of your socket, thimble, or metal piece.
2. Attach your socket, thimble, or metal piece to the hole in the cap and secure it with some glue or tape. This will be your bowl where you’ll put your herbs.
3. Screw the cap with the bowl onto the smaller bottle.
4. Submerge the smaller bottle in the water-filled container, leaving the cap and bowl above the water.
5. Pack your bowl with your herbs and light it up.
6. Slowly lift the smaller bottle out of the water, but not all the way. The rising air pressure will draw the smoke into the bottle.
7. Unscrew the cap and put your mouth over the opening of the smaller bottle.
8. Push the smaller bottle back into the water and inhale the smoke that comes out.

This method is very effective and can produce huge hits, but it can also be harsh on your lungs and throat. You may want to use cold water or ice to cool down the smoke. You also need to be careful not to spill any water or burn yourself.

Conclusion

As you can see, there are many ways to make a bong without foil, using some common household items or cheap supplies. However, these methods are not as safe or reliable as using a proper bong made from glass or other high-quality materials. If you want to enjoy your herbs or tobacco in a more convenient and healthier way, you may want to invest in a good bong that will last you for a long time. You can find a wide range of bongs online or at your local head shop. Happy smoking!