Knowledge Base
Pros and Cons of Metal Pipes
There are several materials pipes are crafted from. Glass is the most popular, both in the number of designs and in overall choice for regular smokers. However, glass is delicate, and some pieces can be quite expensive. Smokers looking for an alternative medium may consider metal pipes for smoking. Metal pipes carry many advantages, but not all are created equal.
How to Use a Glass Blunt
As an alternative to rolling paper, glass blunts are a more eco-friendly way to smoke your favorite herb. Glass blunts are easy to use, easy to clean, and won’t break the bank no matter what your budget is. They are great pieces for on-the-go users who enjoy the simplicity of rolled cigarettes, but also appreciate the classiness of a quality hand pipe. At first glance, they look like chillums, but they function a bit differently from these other hand pipes.
Clean Up Your Act: Pro Tips for Keeping Your Pieces Like New
What’s your preferred way to clean up your gear? I’m a real MacGyver myself; I’ll use any and everything at my disposal short of something that requires real, actual effort. One time in college I tried to clean a batty in the showers using super hot water and was almost immediately recognized and called out, even though you could only see my feet. There’s a plethora of products to help keep your instruments in working order or showcase ready, but you can also achieve a pretty spectacular result at home if you’ve got the necessary resources. I’ll cover one of each, as even though boiling can do a pretty thorough job, sometimes the only way to achieve perfection is with some help from the pros.
- Abbigail Montgomery
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Wax vs Herb: Which is Better?
When comparing herbal wax products to “traditional” herbal products, you will notice there are quite a few similarities. However, they are indeed apart of two totally different worlds. Wax products have always seemed so much more complicated and almost like this foreign, strange way of going about things. After taking a closer look and truly comparing the two, both sides certainly have their perks.
- Abbigail Montgomery
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How Useful are Grinders for Smoking?
Grinders are pieces that every dry herb smoker should have in their collection. Not all grinders are equal though, so it’s important to do your research before randomly purchasing one. Herb grinders are typically made from plastic, metal or wood are can have a variety of other features including multi-stage grinders, clear top grinder, hand crank grinders, electric grinders and many more. Either way, an herb grinder is an essential tool to have in your collection.
- Abbigail Montgomery
- Tags: Education Smoking Gear
Benefits of Acrylic Pipes
Acrylic pipes are all the rage this year. But, is it a trend that will last, or will it fizzle out with some of the other cultural flops of 2017? With the expansion of pipe designs, and innovative alternatives in terms of material, there are now more choices than ever for size, shape, and construction of pipes for your smoking needs. Some users are glass-loyal, while others aren’t afraid to experiment with every new gadget and accessory. Here we will explore the benefits to acrylic pipes to help you determine if they are worthy enough to hold a place in your own collection.
