How to Clean a Glass Spoon Pipe

Whatever you smoke in your glass spoon pipe leaves behind a buildup of disgusting residue, which is why it should be cleaned frequently. A pipe that's not clogged with the stuff makes for a much more enjoyable smoke, but most people dread the chore of cleaning their pipes. Here's a cleaning method that actually works much better than the traditional alcohol and salt glass spoon pipe cleaning treatments.

Things You'll Need

• Plastic container deep enough to immerse the pipe in Disposable gloves Nail polish remover or acetone Small towel or washcloth

Instructions

1. Put on a pair of disposable gloves, because acetone is a common skin irritant. Gently set the glass spoon pipe in the bottom of a plastic container.

2. Pour enough acetone into the container to completely immerse the pipe. The fluid will start dissolving the residue and dirt on the pipe right away.

3. Swish the container around gently to circulate the acetone through the interior and over all of the exterior surfaces of the entire pipe.

4. Take the pipe out of the acetone when all of the dirt and residue is completely dissolved. Rinse the pipe well under hot running water.

5. Set the pipe on a small folded towel or washcloth. Allow the acetone to evaporate by air drying the pipe completely before using it again.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember that the acetone in nail polish remover is flammable. Don't use the pipe again after cleaning until it has dried thoroughly.