While choosing the right bong is often a matter of preference, it often comes down to finding a size that is tailored to your specific needs. Do you want to take bigger rips? Do you want to minimize smoke output because you nosey neighbors? Are you looking a smoother rip because you have sensitive lungs? It’s important to know what you should buy and what you shouldn’t buy so you’re not spending money unnecessarily. The following information should be helpful. Why does Size of the Bong matter? Because the cannabis market is oversaturated with hundreds of different bong types, choosing the right one can be a daunting if not frustrating task. Plus, everyone has a different preference when it comes to a bong size that fits their particular lifestyle. There are basically 3 different sizes of bongs to choose from:Mini bongs – due to their smaller size, mini bongs are the perfect choice for someone who is always on the go. In addition to portability, they’re lightweight and perfect for those individuals who want to keep their smoking experience as discreet as possible. However, there are a couple of drawbacks to using a mini bong, namely harsher hits and less airflow. Because of their smaller size and restricted airflow, the smoke can’t circulate efficiently and properly. Consequently, you get harsher hits. Medium-sized bongs – this is the more common size and what the name implies. In other words, they’re sized between small and large. You can still enjoy the benefits of a mini bong as well as what a larger bong can deliver. While medium-sized bongs aren’t as big as a large bong, it’s larger than a mini bong. Unfortunately, it’s not as discreet nor is it travel friendly. As with other size bongs, the pros and cons of each size need to be carefully considered before making your buying decision.Large-sized bongs – because of their larger size, these bongs are perfect for home use and tailored for the homebody and more experienced smoker. Because they feature the optimum in airflow and smoke filtration, many individuals consider this size the best of the three. Compared to mini bongs and medium-sized bongs, large-sized bongs offer smoother and tastier rips, thereby reducing lung and throat irritation for a more enjoyable smoking session.We can’t emphasize enough how size matters when it comes to choosing the right bong as well as one that best suits your needs. Thus, you will need to evaluate your persona; preferences and requirements before investing in a bong. For more information about our products, call Tank Glass at (323)-364-7952 today or visit our website by clicking here.

Cannabis has been legalized in 18 states and Washington, D.C. while medical cannabis is legal in 37. Consequently, we are seeing increasing numbers of first-time users. What’s interesting is the fact that it’s not just younger adults that are smoking marijuana as many older adults are now using it, some more frequently than others. Whether you purchase your marijuana from a local area retailer or from a smoke shop online, here are 3 health benefits for older adults. Marijuana can help with Anxiety and Insomnia Many older adults struggle with insomnia. This is because it becomes increasingly more difficult to enjoy longer periods of deep sleep. Some individuals claim that smoking marijuana enables them to fall asleep faster and remain asleep for longer periods of time. Others have claimed that they enjoyed a deeper sleep, in addition to falling asleep quicker and staying asleep longer. That helps them recoup energy and feel better in the morning.Be sure you give some thought to the type of marijuana you smoke. High THC levels are great for feeling more of the psychoactive effects of cannabis. However, if you’re smoking it to help overcome insomnia, you’ll want to try a strain with a higher CBD level and lower THC level. Cannabis is also effective for helping individuals with anxiety by helping them to calm down and relax so they’re not as anxious about what is going on around them. For people with panic and anxiety disorders, this is a boost. Marijuana can relieve Pain The primary benefit is that smoking marijuana can relieve pain. As we grow older, our bodies begin deteriorating and wearing out. This often leads to increased pain and discomfort in our bones, joints, and muscles. Cannabis helps to relieve the pain of arthritis and is ideal to use for inflammation. Even seniors with nerve pain may feel some relief when smoking marijuana. So if your prescription pain medication isn’t providing enough relief or if you’re considering an alternative, cannabis or even CBD could be good pain solutions. Marijuana helps in the Treatment of Glaucoma Cannabis can be effective for treating glaucoma, a disease that causes internal pressure within the eye and can adversely affect your ability to see things clearly. Cannabis helps to reduce that internal eye pressure. Although glaucoma can affect individuals in every age group, it is most common among older adults and seniors. Naturally, you should talk to your doctor about trying marijuana to help with your glaucoma. Just keep in mind that it can only help. It isn’t a cure for glaucoma. It only helps suffering individuals cope with the disease.To learn more, call Tank Glass today at (323)-364-7952.

It goes without saying that the most commonly cultivated, distributed, and used drug in today’s world is marijuana. According to statistical sources, this industry will be worth $70 billion by 2028. As a result, many online stores are now selling marijuana-related accessories and related devices with much success. Consequently, the legalization of marijuana has led to a great deal of innovation. Though you can always search for water pipes and bongs online and at Tank Glass, we have a wide variety of smoking apparatus for your use, there are still concerns about the ongoing growth of black market sales.Unfortunately, many consumers are neglecting the dangers of purchasing their smoke on the illegal market. Here are 4 reasons why everyone should be buying their weed from approved, legal dispensaries: Dispensary products are safer – when using black market or illegal products, keep in mind that it takes a considerable amount of time for any long-term, adverse health effects to develop. Illegal growers and distributors are not obligated to maintaining any type of regulatory standards or protocol. Basically, you’ll be purchasing a sub-standard product that could be contaminated with toxins and are extremely hazardous to your health and well-being. Expertise and knowledge – safety should be the main concern when enjoying the benefits of smoking marijuana. Since adverse side effects do more harm than good, the tight regulations and standards followed by dispensaries provide the peace of mind and assurance that their personnel have the required expertise and knowledge. In addition to this, dispensaries are accountable for the advice they provide. As a result, they will ensure that everything they provide adheres to all regulations and standards. Wide range of choices – unlike a dispensary, finding a black market dealer that offers the highest quality and safest strains of marijuana is a rarity. Since the legal marijuana industry must adhere to the strictest protocols, they can offer a wide range of choices for consumers to pick from. Plus, dispensaries offer full disclosure on the strain and its potency with every product they sell whether its edibles, oils, or vapes. You won’t be supporting an illegal market – if you purchase your product on the black market, you’ll be supporting harmful practices. It’s important to know that not all marijuana growth, cultivation, and distribution is ethical. Furthermore, the herbicides or pesticides that illegal growers use often contaminate local water supplies and will be harmful the environment and humans alike. Given that black market syndicates often resort to violence, you’ll be supporting crime.For more information, call Tank Glass today at (323)-364-7952 or send us a message at support@tankglass.us. Our business representatives are available for your assistance. Call now.

In recent years, significant strides have been made about the acceptance of marijuana use in society. Unfortunately, the substance is not legal everywhere. Landlords don’t want their tenants to use it on their rental properties while others tend to get angry or indignant when they smell it. If you want to enjoy your smoking experience without having to worry about recrimination, here are 9 ways that you can hide the smell of marijuana when smoking it. Hiding the smell at home: Although this should be fairly obvious, go outside to smoke – granted, this could be problematic in areas where marijuana is still illegal or you live near a bunch of nosey neighbors. However, if smoking outdoors doesn’t pose a problem, then go for it.Buy a smoke filter so that when you take a healthy bong rip, you can exhale directly into it – these are available at most head shops. Keep in mind that some work better than others. However, most of them do a decent job of eliminating most of the smoke. If you want to reduce or possibly eliminate the smell, put your buds in a tightly sealed container once you’re done smoking – properly storing your marijuana will help preserve the aroma and flavor. Keep it in an air-tight bottle. Open windows on both sides of your home to create airflow and cross ventilation – if possible, do the same with doors on the opposite sides of the house. Putting a fan in the middle of the room will also help to push the smoke around.Purchase an air purifier that employs advanced charcoal filters and a HEPA filter – the best air purifier is one that eliminates the smoke as well as any lingering odors.Use candles and incense like your grandparents did back in the 1960’s – there weren’t a lot of mechanical options for getting rid of the marijuana smell in those days. It’s not the ideal solution, but it can distract people enough from the smell. Hiding the smell in your car: Don’t take your bong with you – this is especially true if you’ve just fired up a couple of bowlfuls before heading out.If you or a passenger smells like marijuana, stop and get a cup of hot (black only) coffee – the aroma will overpower the smell provided it’s not too intense.Open your vehicle’s windows – since the area to ventilate is considerably smaller, this works even better than what you’ll experience when ventilating your home.For more information and tips on this subject, call Tank Glass at (323)-364-7952 today. We’re here to assist you with your specific requirements. Call now!

One of the first things those first-time smokers are faced with is choosing the smoking that is best for them. You have 4 choices for the most part – blunts, bongs, joints, and one-hitters. Although this is a relatively important decision to make when smoking weed for the first time, safety is a greater concern and must not be taken lightly. The following is a list of 5 safety tips that all first-time smokers need to be aware of:Be sure to purchase your product from someone you trust – remember your parents telling you as a child to never take candy from strangers? The same applies to buying weed. Although buying it from some guy in the neighborhood park sounds like a cheaper and simpler option, it’s not the smartest of choices for a source as you can’t guarantee that it’s high-quality untainted cannabis.Choose a strain that is first-time smoker-friendly – smoking weed as a first-timer is kind of like learning how to ride a bicycle. It’s always best to use training wheels at first and then graduate to riding without them. But, in this case, the training wheels are low-THC strains of weed. Once you’ve gained some experience and you know how you’ll react when under the influence, move up to a strain that’s a little more potent.Remember, it’s safety first when you’re just starting out – always ensure that you’re in a safe environment when smoking, whether it’s your first time or your hundredth. Always keep these 3 rules in mind: Don’t drive a vehicle or operate heavy machinery. Don’t smoke in a location that you’re not completely familiar with. NEVER smoke cannabis with anyone you don’t know or trust. Schedule an off-day for your first time – one of the best ways to enjoy your first smoking experience is to schedule an off-day so you don’t have to be concerned with your daily responsibilities and tasks. You might even want to try a wake and bake. The high will feel higher and it will put a positive spin on your day.Most importantly, don’t overdo it – smoking weed the first few times is like jumping into a swimming pool when you’re learning how to swim. You don’t jump into the deep end. Space things out, take one puff and see how it affects you before taking the next. If you don’t feel anything after the first 15 or 20 minutes, take another hit.For more advice about smoking weed for the first time or to inquire about our products, call Tank Glass at (323) 364-7952 today. Our business representatives are available for your assistance. Call NOW!

Given their resistance to thermal shock (the rapid cooling of objects from high temperatures), it shouldn’t surprise you that borosilicate glass has become the industry standard for glass bongs and pipes. The use of borosilicate glass provides several benefits including its ability to withstand extreme changes in temperature, clarity, durability, and non-toxicity. And that helps to improve your smoking experience. These benefits explain why borosilicate is a better material than ceramic or regular glass and why your next bong should be manufactured from this durable material. Ability to withstand extreme Changes in Temperature Glass bongs must have the ability to withstand intense direct heat from flames. Unlike regular glass that can melt from the heat of a torch, borosilicate glass can withstand temperatures of up to 515° F and won’t melt until the temperature exceeds 550° F. Another benefit is that borosilicate glass can survive extreme temperature changes without breaking or cracking. Plus, it doesn’t expand like regular glass so there will be smoother transitions between temperatures. Clarity In addition to its strength against breakage and temperature extremes, borosilicate glass is known for its clarity, something that scientific glass aficionados love about this material. Additionally, it isn’t susceptible to browning or solarization and offers excellent light transmission as well. Of equal importance is its ability to hold up to regular cleanings and resist corrosion in process. Durability One of the more important benefits or qualities of borosilicate glass is its higher level of durability. We’ve all experienced that gut-wrenching feeling of dropping our favorite bong and watching as it shatters into hundreds of pieces. Conversely, borosilicate glass is less likely to break thanks to its higher tensile strength than what regular glass offers. Although a borosilicate glass bong feels sturdier and is far less fragile, you still need to exercise care in handling. And keeping it clean helps you get a better experience with no stale odors. Non-toxicity Another reason for the popularity of borosilicate glass among smokers is the non-toxic nature of the material. Borosilicate glass is BPA and lead-free. It’s even considered hypoallergenic. As a result, this glass is classified as “medical grade” and is found in hospitals. Plus, it is safe to cook in. Additionally, since it has an extremely high temperature tolerance compared to regular glass, you’ll never be exposed to any toxic fumes like you would be when regular glass burns.For additional information about borosilicate glass and why it is popular as a bong-making material, call Tank Glass at (323) 364-7952 today or if you prefer, you can send us an e-mail with your questions by clicking here.

Most people believe that the difference between medical and recreational strains of cannabis is that one is used to treat certain health conditions or illnesses while the other is used recreationally to get high. However, the actual differences have more to do with the person smoking them than the strain they’re smoking. Whether it’s used for medicinal or recreational purposes, we’ve witnessed a growing popularity in balancing the cannabinoid profiles in question. 6 Ways that Medical Marijuana differs from the Recreational Strains That being said, the following is an outline of the primary differences between medical and recreational cannabis. There are practical distinctions involved when there is a common market for both strains. These include: Accessibility – generally speaking, recreational marijuana is less accessible than its medical counterpart. For instance, more states in the US have legalized the medicinal strains versus the recreational ones. Furthermore, you only need to be 18 years of age to get a prescription for medical marijuana whereas you must be 21 to purchase the recreational varieties. Consumption – one area where we see a very clear distinction between the two strains is the method of consumption. Even though you can smoke cannabis in whichever way you feel best facilitates your needs, those individuals classified as medical cannabis users will most likely use fewer traditional methods. Effects – the higher the concentration of THC, the much stronger the resulting effect will be. For individuals who desire or need regular treatment, recreational cannabis may be inappropriate. Unlike recreational cannabis, the more balanced medicinal strains will not inhibit your ability to live your life in normal fashion. Potency – the medical cannabis that is being produced today is somewhat less potent than the recreational strains. In this case, “potency” isn’t referring to the cannabinoid content. It refers to the THC content. The reality is that the recreational strains typically have a lower concentration of other cannabinoids. Thus, it might be easier to get high when you smoke for pleasure. Quality – in some instances, medical cannabis is a higher quality strain. Whether this means that it was exposed to fewer pesticides, grown more carefully under stricter conditions, or subject to more quality control, the quality of medical cannabis tends to be a higher quality product because of how highly regulated it is. Variety – since the market’s definitions of medical marijuana is limited, so too is the variety of the strains that a user is likely going to find in dispensaries compared to that of the recreational strains. Even then there is a wide variety of options and flavors that you can try. To learn more about the differences between medical and recreational cannabis, call Tank Glass today at (323) 364-7952. Our business representatives are available to help you pick the right bongs.

Since the inception of the first bong decades ago, smokers have been on a never-ending quest for an unbreakable glass bong. As with many other searches for an item that technically cannot exist, there is a great deal of misinformation floating around out there regarding unbreakable glass bongs and water pipes. So, again we ask, are unbreakable glass bongs a fantasy or do they really exist?When you consider that you could drive a heavy vehicle over glass or silicone bongs and shatter them into hundreds of little bits and pieces, the answer would technically be “NO.” Many people tout silicone bongs because they are slightly more durable than some glass bongs and won’t usually be damaged by dropping them. However, despite their durability, silicone bongs will melt when subjected to extremely high temperatures. What to consider when searching for an Unbreakable Glass Bong Finding a durable glass bong isn’t as daunting a task as you might think, provided you do some research and know what to look for. There are a multitude of options that need to be considered before you buy one. When it comes to finding a glass bong that satisfies your needs, here are 3 tips that you should follow: Tip #1: Always buy from a trusted source – it’s unfortunate but not every smoke shop sells the highest quality products. In fact, there are a lot of shady glass sellers and smoke shops online. Be sure the company is reputable and secure before doing business with them if you don’t want to regret buying from them later on.Tip #2: Make sure there’s a warranty – if you want to buy from a company that delivers what they promise, make sure you get a warranty with your purchase. Warranties are a company’s way of endorsing the promises they make about their products and standing by everything they sell.Tip #3: Read online reviews and customer feedback – obviously you’re not going to purchase just any bong out there without doing some research. And by research, we mean online reviews and customer feedback. Remember, it’s all about the positive aspects where brands, products, and customer service are concerned. A Word about Tank Glass The Tank Beaker is without a doubt, the most durable glass bong available on the market today. YouTube features several videos of people attempting to break this bong by dropping it on cement steps or throwing it off of a roof. Amazingly, even the bowl and the downstem don’t get damaged. Unlike glass bongs manufactured in China, this bong will last. For additional information about Tank Glass products, call us today at (323) 364-7952 or e-mail us at support@tankglass.com.

Besides its unsightly look, accumulated bong residue poses a significant threat for smokers. It is true that significant amounts of residue build-up may cause a fire when covering the carb and potentially burn your mouth and fingers. If you watch what you’re doing, you can prevent this from happening. Here are the 5 most important reasons to clean your bong on a regular basis.Bong appearance matters – if you’re a smoker, you understand and respect how smokers have a relationship with their favorite smoking device. For many, it’s love at first sight while for others, it may take a few good smoking sessions to understand the idea. Keeping your bong clean enables you to appreciate the glass artistry. Although it can be a bit challenging to find the right bong, eventually you’ll realize what a magnificent piece of artwork that it is.Cleaning your bong helps to maintain good hygiene – the “puff and pass” mentality is a key component of the group smoking experience and has been this way throughout the history of the device. Unfortunately, germs will invariably cling to the bong and get passed around with it. There’s nothing wrong with the concept of sharing, provided you keep the bong cleaned on a regular basis.Cleaning your bong means less ash and a better taste – more importantly, less ash means fewer carcinogens. Not only does cleaning your bong prevent contagion, it prevents or decreases carcinogens. Regular cleanings mean healthier smoking sessions. Furthermore, eliminating the ash helps to improve the flavor of your smoke. There’s no point in tasting ash when you can enjoy herbs that taste the way they’re supposed to.Cleaning your bong means less residue build-up – and fewer residues means a much more enjoyable smoking experience. It’s just that simple. When there is less ash to contend with, the smoke moves about freely and smoothly. If you use a glass pipe, you’ll have a much better smoking experience than you would with one that is clogged with ash.Consider purchasing an ash catcher to prevent the ash problem from getting out of hand. Additionally, it’s a good idea to use a cleaning solution of rubbing alcohol and salt mixed with hot water. Letting this sit in the water chamber for several minutes will loosen even the toughest residue, so cleaning won’t require an undue amount of effort. It is important to clean the bongs regularly so that you have clean smoke all the time. To learn more about the availability of bongs or other products, call Tank Glass at (323) 364-7952 today. Or if you prefer to e-mail us with your comments or questions, click here.