Most people want an effective, but simple, cleaning technique that is not going to take too much time and also does not present them with the risk of damaging their bong; whether it be a simple acrylic version, highly sophisticated glass bong or a multi-pipe bong, when they come to use it the day after a heavy party.

There are a number of options when choosing cleaning products for you bongs and pipes. The company promotes the Dr Green Bong Cleaner, which is suitable for use on acrylic, metal, glass and ceramics.

For the lazier cleaner there is also the option of the twist-a-pipe, which is as simple to use as it is to clean and means you can choose what length pipe you use each time by pulling out and twisting the pipe to the desired length. The pipes are made from anodised aluminium, making them unlikely to break, however much twisting, pulling and cleaning you do.

Other methods for cleaning bongs that have been tried by users include using acetone and pipe cleaners. Alcohol and salt are also sometimes used as a cheap and effective method. Roor produce their own range of cleaning accessories for Roor pipes and bongs and there are a number of products out there to ensure your bong does not become dirty and full of smoke you do not want hanging around for your next session.

This era did promote a general interest in herbal highs and today most ‘head shops’ will be able to sell you a whole range of legal highs that should promote a pleasant experience and be safe.  As in all things, moderation is a key watchword.  Bongs were also introduced in the 1960s and their use has continued to the present day.  These devices have become a lot more sophisticated and you can now invest in an up-market percolator bong, which like a coffee percolator eliminates impurities and intensifies the aromas and sensations of the herbs that are being smoked.

Another practice that has been in existence since the 1960s is the use of Rizla papers, anyone who hand rolls cigarettes will have used rizla papers as will anyone who is rolling an herbal cigarette.  Rolling machines for rizlas are an efficient way of automatically rolling your cigarettes for you so that those who are not so proficient at this art can let the machine perform the function for you.  The user places the paper in between two rollers in the machine, the herbs and tobacco are then inserted into the paper, the roller is operated and a perfectly formed hand-rolled cigarette will be created.

The mechanics behind a percolator pipe involve the addition of an extra compartment in the pipe that cools down the product that is being smoked, similar to a water-cooled engine on a motor vehicle.  Dome and tree percolators are the most common products but there are others on the market.  The additional chamber filters the smoke so that it doesn’t hit the back of the lungs with a stream of hot smoke when the user is inhaling from the bong.

A percolator bong that has a diffuser will also act as a filtering mechanism and protect the smoker still further.  These glass products come in many designs, colours and sizes, from the standard bong to one that  imitates a traditional Middle Eastern hookah and can be highly decorated and ornate.  The main idea behind the product is to increase the intensity of the smoke and enhance the whole experience.

Roor pipes are different in that they lack the water-cooling mechanism and can be portable.  Essentially a Roor pipe resembles a glass tube, open at both ends with a pipe bowl fixed to the middle.  The user inhales the smoke from one end of the tube and uses their finger to control the amount of smoke they inhale. The gauze in the pipe bowl filters out impurities and rubbish that sometimes come with natural ‘high’ mixtures.

There are many accessories for herbal smokers, particularly in the form of ashtrays. Spinning ashtrays are a good accessory for legal high smokers, because they enable you to get rid of both the ash and odour quickly, simply and with little mess compared to normal open ashtrays, which can cause the odour to linger and presents a fire risk if they are knocked over.

Shiva Head Shop sells a number of these ashtrays, including a magic eight ball spinning ashtray, which is one of the most popular spinning versions. Also available are glass ashtrays in iconic or budget designs, novelty ashtrays and a ceramic line. 

Following the advent of the smoking ban, many smokers are also finding it useful to be portable with their habit. The latest portable ashtrays allow for just that, providing a quick and simple way to effectively dispose of ash.

Rolling cigarettes using a machine is extremely simple. First, you spread the rollers of the machine and insert the herbs. Push the two rollers together and give the roller closest to you a downward turn. Place a paper between the rollers with the gum towards you. Roll the nearest roller down so that the paper starts to slide into the machine. Lastly, moisten the gum and roll the paper all the way in.

Rolling machines have been around for a very long time, but have really come into their own since smoking herbs became a popular pastime. Usually when people think of a rolling machine, Rizla is the brand that comes to mind. 

Rizla rolling machines consist of a belt which holds the smoking mixture between two rollers so that it can be rolled evenly inside the paper. A Rizla rolling machine tin has the added feature of a tidy place to store your herbs ready for rolling. Whenever you need to smoke, you simply roll the cigarettes in the machine. The Rizla rolling machine tin is equally suitable for all kinds of smoking herbs, and you can buy a regular size or roll larger cigarettes with the king size roller.

The Rizla rolling machine is an essential piece of equipment for the serious herb smoker, taking pride of place alongside the Bob Marley tobacco tin and the collection of spinning ashtrays.

The most common percolators are the tree and the dome shapes. Pipes containing more than one percolator give the pipe greater capacity to filter the smoke. Some percolators have a diffuser built into them. This is a downstem that is perforated to produce very small bubbles in the water. The finer the bubbles, the purer and cooler the smoke.

Another way of enjoying a natural high without taking in impurities from smoke is to extract the essence of the herbs with a vaporizer. Two of the leading vaporizers on the market are the Plenty and the Volcano models, manufactured by Storz & Bickel.

Some herb smokers prefer to enjoy smoking through a water pipe, while others prefer to minimise all impurities with a vaporizer. Water pipes and vaporizers are available from the same shops that sell herbal smoking mixtures, cigarette rollers and novelty ashtrays.

First, you will require a suitable amount of ground herbs. You can grind your herbs to smokable proportions using a knife, scissors, a coffee grinder or a herb grinder. Herbs need to be free of lumps or sticks before they can be rolled.

Spread the herbs on a cigarette paper which is laid flat on a table in front of you. A common feature of cigarettes rolled by novices is a huge bulge in the middle, so make sure the herbs are spread evenly. The next step is picking up the paper and rolling it between your fingers and thumbs. There is an aim to the rolling, and that is to move the bottom of the cigarette up to the top so you are left holding a paper cylinder with a line of gummed paper visible at the top. This is the stage of cigarette production that requires practice, but it is best to go through the complete process, right up to moistening the gum and rolling the cigarette before you tear it apart and start again.

If you decide that rolling herbal cigarettes by hand is too much trouble, rolling machines can be bought from a head shop which will also sell you a special grinder for your herbs along with glass ashtrays and collectible cannabis seeds.

Bongs fitted with a carb helps to push the smoke into your lungs through allowing or preventing the outside air pressure into the chamber.  In glass bongs, the carb effect is created by removing the bowl at the end of the stem.  In acrylic bongs, there is a hole in the chamber.  Always clear the chamber of smoke before taking another hit.

You should ensure that the bong is filled with water to the correct level about one inch above the bottom of the stem.  Do not overfill your bong or allow it to run out of water. If you do, then you risk either inhaling contaminated water, the water will flood your herbs, or the smoke will not be very smooth.  You should also change the water regularly to make cleaning your bong easier.  It is also important to change the water frequently as it collects a lot of contaminants from the combustion process.

Think about the amount of herbs you will place in your bong.  The better the quality of the material, the less you will need.  You also want to allow a few hits per batch to get the best hits from each load.

Spinning ashtrays work by having an upper tray and a bottom compartment.  The top tray will spin when you press a button or central pillar, decanting the ash into the lower storage area.  You will only need to empty the bottom compartment when it is full.  The lower compartment helps limit the spread of the aroma from used herbs or tobacco.

Spinning ashtrays can be cleaned easily.  They come in a range of sizes, designs, colours, and styles that are suitable for indoor and outdoor use.  The ash is removed and stored safely; meaning that it is not blown away or will fall out if the ashtray is knocked over.  As it is difficult to knock over the ashes, therefore there is a lesser risk of fire than with a traditional ashtray.

The reason why Rizla products are so popular is that they are inexpensive. However, producing roll- ups can be difficult for some, so Rizla have produced a rolling machine. They are easy to get hold of as they can be bought, along with the papers, in certain tobacconists as well as online. The rolling machine Rizla comes in 70mm and 100mm lengths and rolling paper is often included in the pack. Spare blinds can also be ordered for the roller.

Once the roll-ups have been completed they need to be stored safely. The best place to keep them is in a Rizla rolling machine tin. The tin can be bought with the rolling machine and papers, ensuring the legal high smoker has the ability to easily roll and store the legal high roll ups.

Roll-ups are not the only way legal high smokers can enjoy their herbal products. Roor pipes help enrich the experience. Roor produce a series of exotic water and steam pipes which will delight the smoker.