Welcome! If you are new to using bongs, or are looking to increase your knowledge of bongs, you are at the right place! Bongs are one of the most used smoking accessories that can be used to smoke cannabis & herbs. They help provide a very smooth experience when smoking. In this guide, we will help you learn how to smoke using a bong, how to use bongs for dabs, how to use gravity bongs, and many tips & tricks!
Before you use a bong, you have to learn about the basic parts of a bong. Every bong has a bowl, downstem, a base, and a mouthpiece. The bowl is the part where you put your herbs, the downstem is where the smoke travels to the base, the mouthpiece is where you will inhale from, and the base is where the water is. Smoke is cooled and filtered in the water for a smoother hit!
Instructions for using a bong
Fill the base with water. Fill the base of the bong with enough water to submerge the downstem, but be careful to not put in too much water or you will risk splashing water into your mouth when you inhale.
Pack the Bowl: Put your ground herb into the bowl. It's important to not pack it too tightly or it will be hard to pull.
Light the Bowl: Make sure you have a good grip on the bong and cover the mouthpiece. Use a lighter or a hemp wick to light the herb, and start to pull on it. Make sure you pull slowly to let the smoke come into the bong.
Inhale and Clear the Bong: Once the smoke is in the bong, you can remove the bowl or pull the downstem to the side and take a deep breath. You have to do this to let the smoke out of the bong and to take the full hit.
How to Use a Bong as a Dab Rig
It is easy to turn a bong into a dab rig so you can smoke concentrates. Just do the following:
Attach a Dab Nail: Put a dab nail in the downstem where the bowl usually goes. Make sure it fits in there good.
Heat the Nail: Use a torch to make the nail all the way red and let it cool down for about 30 seconds to 1 minute. The cooling time depends on what kind of nail it is.
Put On The Concentrate: With the dab tool, put a tiny bit of the concentrate on the hot nail. While doing so, take a breath through the mouthpiece to get the vapor into the chamber.
Take The Hit: Just like in regular bongs take a deep breath to get the vapor out of the chamber.
Using Gravitation Bongs
Gravitation bongs are water bongs that hit hard because of the water and air pressure. Here’s how to use them.
Add Water and Prepare the Bottle: Take a plastic bottle and cut the bottom off of it. Grab a larger container like a bucket or a sink and fill it with water. Put the bottle under the water so that the top is above the water.
Put Things in the Bowl: Put the herb that you want to smoke in the bowl that goes on the top of the bottle. You can also use aluminum foil to make a bowl.
Light the Herb and Raise the Bottle: Light the herb and pull the bottle out of the water slowly. The smoke will get trapped in the bottle as it goes up.
Inhale the Smoke: With the bowl out, put your lips over the top of the bottle. Slowly push the bottle back into the water while you breathe in the smoke.
Tips for a Better Bong Experience
Keep it Clean: To avoid a buildup of resin, which can affect taste and performance, regularly clean your bong with some rubbing alcohol and coarse salt.
Use Cold Water: For cooler and smoother hits, add ice cubes into the water.
Experiment with Different Herbs: While cannabis is the most common herb used in bongs, you can celebrate with other legal herbs such as mint or lavender for a unique experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I Use Any Bong as a Dab Rig?
Yes, most bongs can be turned into dab rigs with some accessories, like a dab nail. Just be sure it’s the one that is made for your bong’s downstem.
The important thing is how often should I clean my bong?
It's best to clean your bong after every use to keep it clean and keep the water fresh and make sure your hits are going to taste better than dirty water hits. If not, I recommend cleaning it at least once a week.
How much water should be in my bong?
Ideally, there should be enough water so it covers the end of the downstem the tube that goes into the water. That way there is enough water to be a splash guard and enough to effectively do the water filtration thing.
Now you are ready to have a better, and cleaner, smoking experience with your bong, or dab rig, or gravity bong, or whatever glass you love to use to consume your favorite herbal substances. Enjoy!
