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HOW TO MAKE A HOMEMADE BONG: 5 METHODS

how to make a homemade bong

You’ve got some fire bud, and you’re ready to smoke—then it hits you: no bong, pipe, or even a rolling paper in sight. Total buzzkill, right?

Don’t worry, we’ve all been there.

The great news is you can create your own homemade bong using things around your house.

Our guide will walk you through 5 easy ways to craft your own bong. You’ll impress your friends with your creativity and never be caught without a way to smoke again!

Let’s go!

THE EASIEST DIY BONG

A plastic water bottle bong is your best bet for beginners and those looking for a quick hit without running to the smoke shop. It’s super simple to make and can be put together in minutes with just a few basic supplies

1. PLASTIC WATER BOTTLE BONG

plastic water bottle bong

 

If the name doesn’t give it away, a plastic water bottle bong is a classic DIY smoking device made from a water bottle. It’s a go-to for many stoners in desperate times.

When you’re in a pinch, this option can save the day.

Supplies you will need.

  • An empty plastic bottle

  • A pen (that you can take apart)

  • Some aluminum foil,

  • A toothpick

  • A pair of scissors or a sharp knife

HOW TO MAKE A WATER BOTTLE BONG (STEP-BY-STEP-GUIDE)

  1. Make the Downstem:Take apart the pen and remove the ink cartridge, leaving you with a hollow plastic tube. This will be your downstem.

  2. Make the Bowl: Take a small square of aluminum foil (about 2x2 inches) and shape it into a little bowl. Use a toothpick or paperclip to poke small holes in the bottom of the foil bowl for airflow.

  3. Attach the Bowl:Wrap the foil bowl around the end of your pen tube downstem and secure it tightly.

  4. Prepare the Bottle:Fill the bottle with water until it’s about 1/4 full. Use the scissors to poke one hole on the side of the bottle, just below the neck of the bottle (for the carb), and another hole a few inches above the waterline (for the downstem).

  5. Assemble:Insert the downstem through the lower hole at an angle so the bowl end is suspended just above the water. Make sure it’s a snug fit - use duct tape or gum to seal any gaps if needed.

  6. Light It Up:Fill your foil bowl with your favorite herb, cover the carb hole with your finger, put your lips to the top of the bottle’s Mouthpiece, and light while inhaling slowly. Once the chamber is full of smoke, let go of your finger from the carb and clear your creation! Congratulations on hitting a homemade bong!

THE MOST CREATIVE DIY BONGS

Now that you’ve mastered the art of crafting a basic plastic bottle bong, it’s time to unleash your creativity with some cool homemade designs! Imagine the look on your friends’ faces when you show off your unique creations. These bongs are fun to make and add an exciting flair (and flavor) to your smoking experience!

2. FRUIT BONG

fruit bong

 

What’s better than a hit of fruity smoke? The fruit bong is a tasty, eco-friendly option that’s easy to make.

Although nearly everyone has made an apple pipe before, a homemade fruit bong takes your experience to the next level.

You can use any fruit or veggie, such as apples, oranges, bananas, pumpkins, or anything you can hollow and sturdy enough to hold its shape.

Apples are the most common choices since they’re the right bowl shape and size for a DIY bong. But feel free to get creative. A pineapple bong would be both functional and Instagrammable.

3. TIC TAC BONG

tic tac bong

 

Yes, you read that right. You can turn a tic tac box into a mini bong.

This mini bong is for when discretion is key. Maybe you’re at a house party, a music festival, or just hanging out in your dorm room - the tic tac bong lets you toke up without drawing too much attention.

HOW TO MAKE AN APPLE BONG (STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE)

  1. Choose Your Fruit: Step 1 is to pick a firm, fresh apple. Granny Smiths work great, but any apple will do.

  2. Remove the Stem: Use a pencil, pen, or any sharp object to remove the stem from the top of the apple. This will create the bowl area.

  3. Make the Downstem: Insert your pencil (or similar object) about 3/4 of the way through the apple from the top, at an angle. This will be the downstem tunnel.

  4. Add the Carb: From the side of the apple, poke another hole with your pencil until it meets the downstem tunnel. This is your carb hole for controlling airflow.

  5. Make the Mouthpiece: Near the bottom, poke one more hole that meets the downstem tunnel - this is where you’ll draw from.

  6. Use and Enjoy:Pack the bowl area with your herb, cover the carb with your finger, light the fruit bowl, and inhale slowly through the mouthpiece hole. Release the carb when you’ve got a nice rip!

Pro Tip:For extra fruity flavor, rub lemon or lime juice around the mouthpiece area before smoking.

HOW TO MAKE A TIC TAC BONG (STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE)

  1. Get a Tic Tac Box: This micro bong is based on an empty tic-tac box (or any small plastic container).

  2. Make the Downstem Hole: Use scissors or a knife to cut or poke a small hole near the bottom of the box, big enough for a downstem.

  3. Improvise a Downstem:A pen casing or even a small metal paperclip bent into a tube shape will work as your downstem.

  4. Add the Carb: Poke another little hole on the side of the box, closer to the top - this will be your carb.

  5. Make a Bowl: You can get creative here for the bowl piece. A metal socket or bottle cap attached to the top of the downstem with some gum works well. Or fold a small piece of foil into a little cup shape.

  6. Add Water:Pour a small amount of water into the bottom of the tic-tac box, just enough to cover the end of the downstem.

  7. Smoke Up: Load your bowl, cover the carb, put your lips to the existing tic-tac hole, light, and inhale that concentrated smoke!

THE MOST POTENT HOMEMADE BONG

Sure, those last bongs were cool, but what if you want to get super stoned? If you’re all about potency, it’s time to build a gravity bong! Also known as a buckie or geeb, this beast delivers huge hits of thick, heavy smoke. Just a heads-up: the gravity bong is not for the faint of heart or lungs!

4. GRAVITY BONG

gravity bong

 

The gravity bong is like a bong on steroids. Using water and air pressure, it extracts every last bit of smoke from your herb and concentrates it into one giant lung-busting rip.

Supplies you will need:

  • Two plastic water bottles (one that can nest inside the other)

  • Aluminum foil, a pen/pencil/toothpick

  • A bucket or larger bottle

  • Some water

HOW TO MAKE A GRAVITY BONG (STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE)

  1. Make the Bowl:Remove the cap from the small bottle and cover the mouth with a piece of aluminum foil. Shape the foil into a small bowl with your fingers or thumbs. Use a pen or toothpick to poke a few small holes in the bottom of the foil bowl.

  2. Prep the Bottles: Cut the bottom of the bottle off the bottle you just made the bowl piece for. Then, cut the top of the bottle off the second large bottle, leaving a big opening.

  3. Set It Up: Fill the second (bottomless) bottle with water about 3/4 of the way up. Put the bottle with the bowl upside down into the water bottle so it’s fully submerged.

  4. Load and Light:Pack the foil bowl with ground herb. Make sure the bowl stays dry!

  5. Burn and Pull:With the bottle still submerged, use a lighter to burn the herb in the bowl while slowly pulling the bottle up. This vacuum action will pull all the smoke down into the bottle chamber.

  6. Clear It:Once the bottle is almost out of the water and full of smoke, quickly remove the bowl piece, put your mouth over the bottle opening, and push it back into the water to force all that smoke into your lungs!

Pro Tip: Go slowly, and don’t overpack the bowl - you want airflow for the smoke to get sucked down properly. Also, have a beverage ready because this baby will likely cause some coughing!

Even better, consider investing in Mooselabs Mouthpiece filtersspecifically designed for large smoking devices like bongs to filter out the smoke for a smooth experience.

>> Read our in-depth article on gravity Bongs

HEALTHIEST HOMEMADE BONG

Making a bong out of random household items is super fun. Still, there are some health concerns to remember - especially when using plastics or other materials that can release toxins when heated. For a safer, healthier homemade bong experience when smoking cannabis, the classic mason jar bong is the way to go.

5. MASON JAR BONG

MASON JAR BONG

 

Not only is a Mason Jar Bong super easy to make, but it’s also way more durable and reusable than a plastic bottle bong. Using a glass bong from the good ol’ glass mason jar eliminates any worries about inhaling harmful plastic fumes. It’s the responsible stoner’s choice to smoke weed with!

Supplies you will need:

  • A clean mason jar with a metal lid

  • A glass or metal downstem (or a pen casing)

  • A Straw for the Mouthpiece

  • A metal bowl piece (or a socket from a toolset)

  • A drill, nail, or sharp tool to create holes

HOW TO MAKE A MASON JAR BONG (STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE)

  1. Prep the Mason Jar:Use a drill or sharp object to make two holes in the lid—one for the downstem and a smaller one for the Mouthpiece.

  2. Insert the Downstem: Insert a glass or metal downstem through one hole. It should reach about halfway into the jar.

  3. Create the Mouthpiece: Create a mouthpiece from a bent metal straw or glass tube and insert it through the other hole.

  4. Attach the Bowl:Screw the metal bowl piece or socket onto the top of the downstem, making a tight seal.

  5. Fill with Water: Add water to the mason jar so the downstem is submerged. This is optional, but you can add some ice cubes into the water for an extra smooth hit!

  6. Pack and Smoke:Load your herb into the metal bowl, light it up, and hit it through the Mouthpiece of the mason jar.

Pro Tip:For added durability and a professional touch, consider investing in a high-quality glass downstem and bowl for bong use.

ENHANCING YOUR SMOKING EXPERIENCE WITH MOOSE LABS

enhancing your smoking experience with moose labs

 

Now that you’re a certified bong-building expert, let’s talk about taking your smoking experience to the next level. You put all that work into building the perfect homemade bong, so why not make every hit as clean and smooth as possible? That’s where Moose Labs comes in.

Moose Labs has filters that can take your smoking to the next level. These premium Doctor-approved filters are designed to remove tar and harsh particles from your smoke and enhance and preserve the natural terpene flavors of your herb. That means smoother, tastier hits of THC every time.

And here’s the best part: Moose Labs filters are modular and come with a flexible silicone mouthpiece that fits all kinds of pieces—even your new homemade bongs! Just pop one into your downstem, and you’re ready to roll.

Head over to Mooselabs, grab yourself a pack of filters, and transform your homemade bong into a top-shelf smoking experience!

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