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What is a water bottle bong?
A water bottle bong is a makeshift smoking device made from a water bottle. It essentially mimics the function of a professionally manufactured bong, using a water-filled chamber to cool and filter the smoke before inhalation. Its components usually include a downstem and a bowl, often improvised from household items, fitted into the bottle.
What do you need to build a water bottle bong?
To build a basic water bottle bong, you will typically need the following:
- A plastic water bottle: This forms the main body of the bong. The size and shape are up to you, but a larger bottle will hold more smoke.
- A downstem: This can be made from various materials, such as metal or glass. Or you can use a pen, marker or highlighter that you don’t mind taking apartIt should be long enough to extend from a hole in the side of the bottle into the water that will be added later.
- A bowl: This holds the substance being smoked. It can be fashioned from a variety of materials, but again, it’s important to consider safety. The bowl should be small enough to fit on the downstem but large enough to hold your substance.Or you can use heavy duty foil instead.
- Scissors, razor blade, or a sharp knife: for digging holes in plastic bottles
- A tool for poking holes（A needle or toothpick）: You’ll need something to make holes in the plastic for the carb and downstem. The size of the holes will depend on the size of the downstem and how much airflow you want from the carb.
- Water: This is used to fill the base of the bong. The water helps to cool down the smoke before you inhale it.
- A lighter, match, or hemp wick
- Your favorite cannabis strain
Step 1: Prepare the Plastic Bottle
The first thing you’ll need is a plastic bottle. The size and shape of the bottle are really up to you, but keep in mind that a larger bottle will produce more smoke. Also, it might be easier to work with a cylindrical bottle, as it will be more stable during use.
Clean the bottle thoroughly to remove any residue or foreign substances. Ensure it is completely dry before proceeding with the next steps.
Step 2: Prepare the Downstem
The downstem is an essential part of the bong, as it will direct the smoke into the water for cooling. You can make a downstem from various materials, including metal or glass. However, avoid using materials like aluminum foil or plastic, as they can emit harmful substances when heated.
One option for a downstem is to use a metal pen. You can disassemble it, and use the hollow tube as your downstem. It should be long enough to reach from a hole in the side of your bottle down into the water when it’s added later.
Step 3: Make a Bowl
You’ll need a bowl to hold the substance you’re smoking. If you used a metal pen for your downstem, you might be able to use the pen’s metal cap as your bowl. Otherwise, you could fashion one out of aluminum foil or another piece of metal. Again, avoid using materials that might produce toxic fumes when heated.
The bowl should be small enough to fit onto one end of the downstem, but large enough to hold your substance. To fit it onto the downstem, you might need to manipulate the metal slightly. Be sure not to make the bowl too deep, or your substance could fall through the downstem and into the water.
If you don’t want to be so troublesome, you can buy a handy Water smoke gun head in our store to replace the DIY Bowl
Step 4: Poke a Hole for the Carb
The carb, or carburetor, is a small hole that allows you to control the airflow within your bong. By covering and uncovering the carb, you can regulate how much smoke builds up inside the bong before you inhale.
To make the carb, poke a small hole just below the neck of the water bottle, on the opposite side from where you’ll install the downstem. The hole should be large enough for you to cover with a finger during use.
Step 5: Make a Second Hole for the Downstem
This hole should be a bit larger than the one for the carb and it should be located just above the expected waterline. Angle it slightly upward, so the downstem points toward the bottom of the bottle when inserted. You can use a lighter to heat up the spot where you’ll make the hole and then poke through with a sharp object.
Step 6: Add Water
Pour water into the bottle until it just covers the bottom end of the downstem. This water will cool the smoke and help filter out some particulates.
Step 7: Pack the Bowl
Place your smoking substance into the bowl. Do not pack it too tightly, as this can prevent air from passing through.
Step 8: Spark Up and Try Out Your New Bong
Cover the carb with your finger, light your substance, and inhale slowly through the top of the bottle. As you inhale, the smoke will be drawn through the downstem, into the water, and up into the bottle.
Step 9: Clear the Bong
Once you’re ready to take in the smoke, remove your finger from the carb, continuing to inhale through the top of the bottle. This will “clear” the smoke from inside the bottle.
Congratulations! You’ve now created your own water bottle bong.
Keep in mind, homemade bongs like this are a makeshift solution and not designed for long-term use. Plastic can degrade or release harmful chemicals when exposed to heat or smoke. It’s always best to use materials designed for this purpose if you choose to smoke.
Moreover, always consider the legal and health implications of smoking. Make sure you’re of legal age and in a jurisdiction where smoking is legal. Always prioritize your well-being, and if you have any health issues, seek advice from a medical professional before smoking.
While you can technically make a bong out of a water bottle, it’s important to note that it’s not the safest option. This is because plastics can release harmful chemicals when exposed to heat or smoke. Long-term use of homemade plastic bongs may lead to health issues, including respiratory problems.
No, it is not safe to smoke out of plastic. When plastic is heated, it can release harmful toxins and carcinogens that you then inhale. This can be damaging to your lungs and overall health.
People might choose to smoke out of water bottle bongs because they are easy and inexpensive to make. They can be made with materials that are often readily available, and may be used in situations where a person doesn’t have access to a professionally manufactured bong.
Many people avoid water bottle bongs because of the health risks associated with using them. As previously mentioned, the plastic can release harmful chemicals when exposed to heat. Additionally, water bottle bongs are generally less durable and efficient compared to professionally manufactured bongs. They may also be more difficult to clean, which can lead to a buildup of harmful residue.
To build a basic water bottle bong, you will typically need the following:
- A plastic water bottle: This forms the main body of the bong. The size and shape are up to you, but a larger bottle will hold more smoke.
- A downstem: This can be made from various materials, such as metal or glass. It should be long enough to extend from a hole in the side of the bottle into the water that will be added later.
- A bowl: This holds the substance being smoked. It can be fashioned from a variety of materials, but again, it’s important to consider safety. The bowl should be small enough to fit on the downstem but large enough to hold your substance.
- A tool for poking holes: You’ll need something to make holes in the plastic for the carb and downstem. The size of the holes will depend on the size of the downstem and how much airflow you want from the carb.
- Water: This is used to fill the base of the bong. The water helps to cool down the smoke before you inhale it.
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