How to Clean Your Cannabis Gear

Clean gear hits smoother, tastes better, and lasts longer. This guide keeps it simple. No overthinking, no lectures. Just what works.

Isopropyl alcohol (90% preferred)

Coarse salt

Distilled white vinegar

Warm water

Pipe cleaners or small brushes

Cotton swabs

What You’ll Need

Bongs & Water Pipes

  • Dump old water

  • Rinse with warm water

  • Add isopropyl alcohol and coarse salt

  • Shake gently

  • Soak for 20–30 minutes

  • Rinse until clear and dry

Tip: Change bong water daily to keep hits smooth and fresh.

  Dab Rigs

  • Dump old water

  • Rinse with warm water

  • Add isopropyl alcohol

  • Gently swirl and soak for 20–30 minutes

  • Rinse thoroughly and air dry

Change dab rig water daily to prevent reclaim buildup.

  • Place in a bag or container

  • Add alcohol and salt

  • Soak for 30 minutes

  • Shake gently, rinse, and dry

  • Use pipe cleaners for tight areas.

Pipes & Bowls

  • Take grinder apart

  • Brush out loose debris

  • Soak metal grinders in alcohol for 20 minutes

  • Rinse and dry completely

  • Do not soak grinders with painted or coated finishes.

Grinders
Quartz Bangers

  • Take grinder apart

  • Brush out loose debris

  • Soak metal grinders in alcohol for 20 minutes

  • Rinse and dry completely

    Do not soak grinders with painted or coated finishes.

Carb Caps & Dab Tools

  • Soak in alcohol

  • Clean grooves with cotton swabs or pipe cleaners

  • Rinse and dry fully

  • Change bong or rig water

  • Clean frequently used pieces

  • Deep clean grinders and accessories


How Often Should You Clean?

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Use alcohol in a well-ventilated area

Keep cleaners away from flames

Rinse thoroughly and let gear dry fully before use

Clean gear should taste like weed, not chemicals.

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