Explore Our Collection of Glass Smoking Bowls
Using a glass bowl for smoking can elevate your smoking session. You’ll find deep bowls in classic shapes and fresh designs, all made to fit your setup. Each piece is made for smooth pulls, steady airflow, and to get the most from each bowl every time.
Whether you're a seasoned smoker or just starting out, we have the perfect bowl to match your preferences. Built to last and simple to clean, these glass bowls look great in any setup. They make every session a little easier and a lot smoother.
Custom Smoking Bowls
For glass bowls, investing in a custom weed bowl adds a personalized touch to their smoking experience. Every bowl is built with a mix of form and function in mind. You get a piece that looks sharp, pulls clean, and fits easily into your setup.
Our skilled glassblowers handcraft each custom smoking bowl from durable borosilicate glass that holds up over time and stays clear with regular care.Every custom bowl is handcrafted with close attention to detail and consistency built in. Choose from a variety of colors, designs, and sizes to create a bowl that fits your routine and reflects your own style.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is a glass smoking bowl?
A: A glass smoking bowl is the part of your pipe or bong that holds the cannabis flower before it’s lit. It’s a simple but essential accessory that shapes airflow and experience. As one of the most common smoking accessories, a good glass bowl gives you cleaner, feel-good hits and makes your setup easier to maintain.
Q: Is smoking from a glass bowl safe?
A: Glass bowl smoking offers a clean and pure taste with each inhale and is completely safe. Using a glass bowl made from robust, high-heat materials like borosilicate glass is even better. Such glass is known for its strength and ability to handle the heat from frequent use.
When heated, glass doesn’t emit harmful chemicals or alter your smoke’s flavor. Regular cleaning and proper handling will help maintain the safety and longevity of your glass smoking bowl.
Q: How do you smoke from a small glass bowl?
A: First, grind your herbs and pack them lightly into the bowl. Ensure the smoking material is not too tight to allow proper airflow. Our multi-hole bowls are great for airflow and burn evenly. Use a lighter to ignite the herbs while gently inhaling from the mouthpiece. If your pipe has a carburetor (carb) hole, cover it during your initial inhale and release it towards the end to clear the smoke.
Due to its compact size, smoking from a small bowl requires less inhalation force. Smooth, steady draws are essential to fully enjoying the flavor and effect of your herbs.
Q: How do you clean a bowl to smoke out of?
A: To clean a smoking glass bowl, begin by removing any remaining pieces of smoking material. Soak the bowl in Purr Glass Cleaner or isopropyl alcohol to loosen the buildup. Depending on the level of buildup, it can take a few minutes to hours to clean.
After soaking, use a bristled pipe cleaner or cotton swab to further clean the bowl, focusing on any stubborn areas. Rinse the bowl thoroughly with room temperature water to ensure all cleaning solution or alcohol residues are gone.
Make sure to completely dry it before you use it next. Consistently cleaning your bowl enhances your smoking sessions and prolongs its life.
Q: How do you smoke a bowl without bad smells?
A: Smoke in a well-ventilated area to disperse the smell quickly. A sploof (a homemade or commercially available filter) can help mask the odor. Exhale smoke through the sploof to absorb and neutralize the scent.
After smoking, discard bowl contents away from odor-sensitive areas and clean your bowl immediately to remove any residual smell. Storing your herbs in airtight containers and cleaning your smoking area will help minimize lingering odors. These practices will significantly reduce the smell associated with smoking a bowl.
Q: Why use a glass bowl instead of another material?
A: Glass bowls heat evenly and don’t add any unwanted flavor, so you taste more of the natural terpenes in your cannabis and less of the burned taste. They’re also easier to clean and last longer than metal or wood. A well-made glass bowl keeps hits smooth, consistent, and balanced through every session.
Q: How do glass bowls make the smoking experience better?
A: A quality glass bowl helps create even burning and steady airflow, keeping the hits smoother from start to finish. Because glass doesn’t absorb heat or compromise flavor the same way metal does, you get more from every bowl. It’s one of those small upgrades that can turn a basic setup into a smoother, better experience every time.
Q: How do I choose the right glass bowl for a bong?
A: Look at your bongs’ joint size first; most use 10mm, 14mm, or 18mm fittings.
Think about the style you like, too, if that’s a deep bowl for group sessions or a smaller one for solo use. Some people even pair their bongs with a matching glass filter tip adapter for joints to have different options.
Q: What styles or designs do glass bowls come in?
A: You’ll find everything from simple clear bowls to custom handblown pieces with multiple colors or unique shapes. Some bowls have a single hole to “snap”, or pull your weed through to clear the bowl. Or other bowl styles use a multi-hole design that acts like a built-in screen .
Each design changes the feel slightly, but all are built to deliver clean, consistent pulls. There’s something for every setup and personal style.
Q: Are glass bowls compatible with all types of bongs?
A: Most glass bowls fit standard bong joints, but sizing and the fittings matter. Check if your bong uses a 10mm, 14mm, or 18mm joint, and if it has an outer or inner fitting joint. If your bong has a 14mm outer joint, then your bowl must have a 14mm inner joint to work together. When the bong and bowl fit right, you’ll get an air-tight seal, smoother airflow, and maximize your cannabis every session.
Q: Are glass bowls durable?
A: Glass bowls are stronger than they look, especially when made with thick borosilicate glass like those at Purr Glass.
Still, as with anything made of glass, it can break if dropped, so handle your glass bowl and bong with care. With routine cleaning and gentle use, a quality bowl can last for years.
Q: How often should I replace my glass bowl?
A: There’s no strict timeline for when you should replace a glass bowl. It depends on how often you smoke and how well you care for it.
Basically, you'll want to replace your bowl if it’s cracked, chipped, or too stained to fully get it clean. Many smokers like to have multiple bowls available in their collection, so that if one is being cleaned, you have other bowl options available so you can sesh with no downtime.