If you’re a cannabis enthusiast, you know that having the right tools and accessories can make all the difference in your smoking experience.
From grinders and rolling papers to pipes and bongs, there are a wide variety of cannabis-related items out there to choose from.
In this article, we’ll be sharing 15 must-have cannabis items that every enthusiast should consider adding to their collection. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the world of cannabis, these items will help you get the most out of your smoking experience.
1. Rolling Papers
Rolling papers are essential to a stoners accessories. Rolling papers come in different sizes and materials. So finding what that works for you is a fun experiment.
The most popular rolling papers are Raw Rolling Papers, OCB, Element, Zig Zag, and more.
Cannabis rolling papers are thin sheets of paper that are used to roll cigarettes or joints. They are made from a variety of materials, including wood pulp, hemp, and rice.
Rolling papers can be used to roll cigarettes or joints by hand or in conjunction with pre-rolled cones or filters (also known as crutches or tips).
2. Cones
Can’t roll joints? No worries. Thats what cones are for. They are pre-formed joints that you stuff the weed inside. No rolling required. Cones are great to have around to quickly makw joints.
Tip – you can pack cones half way and cut the rest of the paper off!
To use a joint cone, the user fills the narrow end with ground tobacco or cannabis and then rolls the cone using the included rolling papers or a filter (also known as a crutch or a tip).
Joint cones are an alternative to rolling cigarettes or joints by hand and can be a convenient option for people who are new to rolling or who prefer a more streamlined process.
3. Bowl
A cannabis bowl is a small, bowl-shaped piece of equipment that is used to smoke cannabis flowers. It is made of glass, metal, or ceramic and is designed to hold a small amount of ground cannabis flowers.
Bowls are the most versatile smoking device. They are small, discreet, and hit hard. No water required either. Bring them on the go with you.
Make sure the flower is a proper grind size (not too large and not too fine). Also make sure you don’t pack the flower too tight
Tip – hold the lighter around the edges first. So you burn the edges of the bowl first, then the center last! It makes your bowls last longer.
4. Bong
Bongs are an upgrade to bowls. They work the same way except have more volume inside. Usually filled with water – the smoke diffuses the water and provides a cleaner, smoother hit.
Bongs are the accessory that ‘heady’ stoners collect. Special bongs can be worth more than $20,000 dollars.
Bongs work by filtering the smoke through water, which helps to cool and moisturize the smoke before it is inhaled. Bongs are typically made of glass, but they can also be made of other materials such as plastic or ceramic.
There are a few types of bongs:
- Straight tube bongs – These bongs are simple in design and consist of a tube with a bowl at one end and a mouthpiece at the other.
- Beaker bongs – These have a wide base that resembles a beaker and a narrow neck. They are sturdier and less prone to tipping over than straight tube bongs.
- Percolator bongs – These bongs have an additional chamber or chambers that contain percolators, which are small holes or slits that filter and cool the smoke. Percolator bongs offer a smoother and cooler smoking experience.
- Portable bongs – These bongs are small and lightweight, making them easy to take on the go. They are typically made of silicone or other durable materials and are often designed to be easy to clean.
5. Grinder
A weed grinder, also known as a herb grinder, is a small device used to grind cannabis flowers into smaller pieces.
Grinders consist of two or more pieces that fit together and have teeth on the inside surface. When the pieces are turned or twisted, the teeth or ridges grind the cannabis flowers into smaller pieces.
Grinders are great if you don’t want to break weed down by hand. Grinders come in all sizes. Be sure to get one with multiple chambers. This way you can collect the kief at the bottom and store the ground flower directly in the grinder.
6. Crutches (Filters)
Crutches make rolling joints easier. They give a starting point for the roll. They also guide the joints diameter and make them more consistently rolled.
Tip – throw the crutch in to the paper before you start rolling.
Crutches reinforce the end of a rolled joint. They also help to reduce the amount of tobacco or cannabis that is inhaled, as they create a barrier between the burning material and the user’s mouth.
7. Rolling Trey
A rolling tray is a flat surface used for rolling cigarettes or joints.
It’s made of a hard, flat material such as metal, plastic, or wood. It has raised edges to prevent spills and keep the rolling materials contained.
Rolling treys are must have accessory to eliminate weed messes. Keep all your flower and dabs on the rolling trey. You can roll joints on a rolling trey to keep the weed from getting on dirty surfaces.
Tip – get a rolling trey thats easy to spot the weed!
8. Electronic Dabber
An electronic dabber, also known as an e-nail or an e-rig, is a type of device that is used for dabbing cannabis concentrates.
Dabbing involves heating a small amount of concentrate, such as wax or oil, and inhaling the vapor that is produced. An electronic dabber is an electronic version of a traditional dab rig, which is a type of water pipe that is used for dabbing.
Electronic dabbers are great for concentrate consumers. It eliminates the need for a torch and having a hot flame and glass around while stoned.
The best electric dabber on the market is the Puffco Peak Pro.
Electronic dabbers typically consist of a heating element, a power source, and a way to inhale the vapor, such as a mouthpiece or a water pipe attachment.
9. Dab Mat
Dab Mats provide a soft surface for your glass bongs, bowls, and dab rigs. They also eliminate your glass from sliding around. Not to mention they look beautiful!
Tip – dab mats can also be used as sweet 420 coasters 🙂
10. Smell Proof Bag
A smell proof bag is a bag that is designed to prevent odors from escaping and to keep the contents of the bag from being detected by smell.
These bags are typically made from materials that are designed to block odors, such as activated carbon.
They often have a sealing mechanism to further prevent odors from escaping.
11. 510 Battery
A 510 battery is a type of electronic vape battery named after the threading on the battery, which is 5mm in diameter and has 10 threads.
The 510 battery provides power to the heating element in the vape cartridge, which vaporizes the oil.
12. Dry Herb Vaporizer
A dry herb vaporizer is a device that is used to vaporize dry herbs, such as tobacco or cannabis, for the purpose of inhaling the vapor.
These devices work by heating the dry herbs to a temperature that is high enough to release the active ingredients in the form of vapor, but low enough to avoid combustion (burning).
Dry herb vaporizers can be used as an alternative to smoking, as they can provide a similar experience without the harmful effects of smoke.
13. Isopropyl Alcohol
Isopropyl alcohol, also known as rubbing alcohol, is a type of alcohol that is commonly used as a disinfectant and cleaning agent.
It is is available in different concentrations ranging from 70% to 99%. Try purchasing 91% isopropyl alcohol. It will clean cannabis residue better than 70%.
14. Q-Tips
Q-tips, also known as cotton swabs are handy for stoners to have around!
They can be used to clean small spaces, such as the inside of a vaporizer or the threads of a pipe, and to remove residue from surfaces.
15. Toothpicks
Toothpicks are small, thin wooden or plastic sticks that are very versatile. Even when smoking cannabis. In the cannabis industry, toothpicks are used for the following:
- Packing bowls
- Packing joints
- Removing residue from small places
- Holding concentrates