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.

If you’re planning on making a purchase at an online headshop in the near future, you’ll be in good company. It’s interesting to note that the market for smoking accessories generates about $10 billion annually in the U.S alone. Unfortunately, there are many consumers who have a difficult time entrusting their business to online retailers. This is primarily due to the 5 myths about purchasing items from an online headshop. Read on as we debunk each one.Chances are, your items will be broken when you receive them – FALSE. Online headshops don’t have huge warehouses where things move around on conveyor belts before getting picked up and packaged for shipping. In fact, the majority of these tasks are done by hand to ensure less breakage and damage. Additionally, each piece is individually wrapped in quality packing supplies so that there is minimum damage even if the package is roughly handled. It’s illegal to purchase items from an online headshop – FALSE. As long as you’re 18 years of age or older, it’s perfectly legal to purchase smoking accessories from an online headshop. Whether it’s a bong, pipe, or vaporizer, you can purchase it without fear of penalty or recrimination. This applies to any smoking device and accessories. As long as you’re of age, there’s nothing to worry about.Online headshops sell black market items or knock-off merchandise – FALSE. If they did, you can safely bet they wouldn’t be in business for very long. It’s a given that world-class brands have to compete with fake goods that are manufactured overseas by “sweatshops” who are proficient at reproducing the real thing. However, legitimate headshops can smell a fake piece of merchandise a mile away.Prices at online headshops are always higher – FALSE. Granted, prices will vary from one headshop to the next because of some exclusive items. However, for all intents and purposes, industry competition creates noticeable price parity or uniformity most of the time. In fact, online pricing is often cheaper because of less overhead, no taxes on square footage, and no monthly leases to pay.Your information won’t be private and secure – FALSE. Although no online site is 100% secure, protecting the customer’s privacy and the security of their personal info is priority #1. Online headshops are PCI/DSS compliant and never retain any credit card information or personal data without the consumer’s consent. Besides that, most shops feel that the less data and files they have to store, the better off they’ll be.Hopefully this has cleared up any doubts you have about shopping for your smoking accessories online. For more information, call Tank Glass today at (323) 364-7952 or e-mail us by clicking here.

Are you tired of putting up with all the coughing after taking a good bong rip? Does smoking your bong often leave your throat feeling dry, hot, and irritated? Adding ice to your bong might just the remedy you’ve been searching for. Interestingly enough, people have been experimenting with numerous ways to make bong smoking less harsh and more enjoyable. Despite the fact that the remedy for this has been sitting in people’s refrigerators, many individuals still haven’t caught on to this. So the questions arises – why do people add ice to their bong water? Whether you’re new to smoking from a bong or a seasoned veteran, adding ice to your bong is a great way to enhance your smoking experience. Here are the top 4 reasons why: Adding ice to your bong enables you to take larger rips – most smokers prefer a bigger rip that will keep them stoned for a few hours. By adding ice to your bong, you’ll be able to take cooler hits which in turn enable you to take larger ones. Adding ice to your bong enhances the flavor – in addition to filtering the smoke, you get added flavor by putting ice in your bong. Whether you’re achieving the maximum taste from your weed or you prefer to flavor it yourself, adding ice will enhance your smoking sessions. Adding ice to your bong filters the smoke – did you know there is an ice catcher in your bong. This feature enables you to fill the neck of the bong with ice so you get a cooler smoke. Basically, it’s a cooling filtration system that allows you to enjoy the benefits of a cleaner, filtered hit. Adding ice to your bong is like adding a splash guard – no matter how often you smoke, the splash back from bong water is not a taste that anyone desires or likes, especially when you’re not expecting it. This is one of the main reasons that people prefer other methods for smoking. Putting ice in a bong creates a splash guard when positioned above the water chamber. The bottom line is that adding ice to your bong will make for a milder, smoother hit. Just put 4 to 6 ice cubes into the neck of your bong and let the ice catcher prevent them from dropping into the water below. While this isn’t a requirement of bong smoking, it sure helps. You’d be glad you tried it on our advice!If you are looking for more information about the variety of bongs or enhancing your smoking experinece, call Tank Glass today at (323)-364-7952 or e-mail us at support@tankglass.com.

Most online smoke shops are very proud of their websites as well as their physical storefront locations. Yet while shopping in-person at these physical locations does have its merits, there are several advantages of ordering products through their website as well. The following will give you a better idea of the 5 advantages of purchasing your smoking accessories online.Comparison shopping has never been easier – we’ve all experienced buyer’s remorse at least once in our lives. Probably more than once. We often second-guess what we’ve bought afterwards, especially if it was an expensive item or one that was purchased impulsively. There won’t be any worries about this when shopping online since it’s never been easier to do research and comparison shop the items that you’re interested in.COVID-19 has caused the shift to online shopping – since the onset of the virus over a year ago, most of us have been reluctant to participate in activities or run errands out of fear of exposure. This is one of the primary reasons that buying patterns have shifted towards online shopping. After all, there’s no need to risk your health and well-being if you don’t have to go out.Shopping and shipping is very discreet – even in states where cannabis is legal, many smokers prefer to keep their love of smoking private. Most of these individuals are concerned about their non-smoking family members as well as employers and landlords seeing them shopping at these public locations. If you’re shopping online in the comfort of your own home, the likelihood of being noticed is extremely low as the packages are ordinary looking. Simpler sorting and a wider selection – if you’re worried about breadth of assortment or the lack of variety because of not visiting a retail store, there’s no cause for concern when shopping for your items online. Most online smoke shops offer more products online than their physical locations. Even with hundreds of products, you have the ability to filter out what you’re not interested in when you know what you’re looking for. Usually, more products are stored at the warehouse than the physical store but can be browsed online with ease. Whether on-site or online, we’re always here to help – no matter how you purchase your smoke shop accessories, we’re always here to assist with your needs or answer your questions. We pride ourselves on offering only the highest quality products in securely wrapped packaging. Furthermore, should any of our products arrive broken or damaged, you’re covered. Just check out our return policy by clicking here. To learn more, call Tank Glass today at (323) 364-7952 or e-mail us at support@tankglass.com. Our business representatives are available for your assistance.

Two of the most popular cannabis smoking devices that are available on the market today are bongs and water pipes. It’s interesting to note that bongs made their first appearance in the ‘70s but were somewhat primitive compared to today’s bongs that are made out of high-end glass. Furthermore, they feature diffusers and percolators which help to filter the smoke and create cleaner, smoother hits. But have you given any thought to the type of water you use in your bong? The Impact on Your Smoking Experience Most likely, the majority of the smokers out there fill it up with tap water from your bathroom or kitchen sink. However, you need to understand how certain types of water as well as other liquids that you put in your bong can significantly affect the enjoyment and quality of your cannabis smoking experience. Case in point. The cleaner and purer the water is, the better your bong hits will be. Interestingly enough, there are now brands of “all-natural” water that are ideal for cannabis smoking out of a bong. Have you give that a try? Maybe your smoking experience will improve or you can try some different ones to see which suits your taste better. 5 Alternatives to using Water While water is most commonly used in bongs and water pipes, several other alternatives will provide a unique yet enjoyable smoking experience. Consider trying any of these 5 alternatives: Cranberry juice – of all the bong water alternatives, cranberry juice stands out in the spotlight on center stage. As with citrus additives such as lemon or orange peel (see below), cranberry juice keeps your bong cleaner. Hot tea – if you want a surprisingly refreshing taste when smoking, hot tea with lemon, orange, or peach flavoring is amazing. Not only would this provide you with a uniquely new smoking experience, but it also offers a smoother feel. As a suggestion, lemon-infused green tea is a favorite of many smokers. Iced tea – using this instead of water will provide an exhilarating hit. You can add ice cubes for a cooler taste. Just don’t use sugar as this will make cleaning your bong extremely difficult. Lemon or orange peel in water – provides a unique smoking experience with a citrus kick. Plus, the citric acid helps keep your bong clean and the citrus flavoring is a favorite of many smokers. Wine – often considered as the best alternative to water, wine provides an amazing flavor to your smoke, especially since you have choices like reds, whites, or zinfandels. Wine with low alcohol content is preferred. For additional information, call Tank Glass at (323) 364-7952 or send us your questions to support@tankglass.us.

For the less experienced smokers out there, you’ve probably wondered about how the hybrid strains, Indica, and Sativa differ from one another. Interestingly enough, each plant’s characteristics and the effects they produce are uniquely different. The point of this content is not so much a guide to helping you understand the different strains of cannabis and how they affect you, but which one is right for you. Understanding the Characteristics Indica and Sativa are very different where their appearance and effects are concerned while hybrid strains, as the name implies are a mixture of the two. Here are some basic differences between the 3 strains:Sativa has more fingers but is tall and skinnyIndica has fewer fingers but the leaves are fatterHybrid strains will mimic the form and shape of the dominant parental strainNow that you have a basic understanding of the physical differences of each strain, you need to learn more about their effects and how those differ. And each strain gives you a unique smoking experience with varying hits and tastes. Sativa Effects You can summarize the THC effects of Sativa with two adjectives – energetic and uplifting. The characteristics of creativity and productivity also apply where this strain is concerned. A boost in Serotonin would also be considered an appropriate description of Sativa’s effects. Sativa is the ideal choice for daytime smoking because it produces the optimal brain high with anti-anxiety qualities. Indica Effects Unlike the effects that Sativa produces, Indica’s THC effects are a direct opposite of Sativa’s in that they are best described using only one word – sedative. Indica is the go-to or preferred nighttime smoke for this reason, especially if you want to relax and unwind. For those of you suffering from chronic or severe pain, nausea, or anxiety, Indica works wonders because of its calming and tranquilizing effects. Hybrid Strain Effects The effects of hybrid strains depend on two factors – quality and type. You just have to figure out whether the dominant parent strain was Indica or Sativa. After determining that, you’ll need to know the quality of the parental strains. Keep in mind that this plays a significant role in determining the THC effects that you feel when smoking a hybrid strain. If it’s an Indica dominant parent, you feel its relaxing effects but will also feel uplifted by the Sativa’s effects. If it’s Sativa dominant, the opposite will be true.To learn more about Hybrid, Indica, and Sativa cannabis strains, e-mail us a message at support@tankglass.us or call Tank Glass at (323) 364-7952 today. Additionally, we have a range of bongs, pipes and beakers to enhance your smoking pleasure. Call us now!

Every year, wildfires devastate millions of acres of forests and land, hurt certain wildlife, and negatively impact the cannabis industry. The worst of 2020 was felt by cultivators in the states of California and Oregon. Furthermore, with ash and smoke blocking out the sun, outdoor cultivators were left with few options for remediating these issues. Although these conditions primarily affect west coast cultivators, wildfires can suddenly start up wherever there is a fuel source. Smoke reduces the cannabis quality Steep Hill Labs director of cultivation science Linda Abernathy stated it best when she said that heavy particulate or smoke exposure degrades the quality of the product so extensively that most individuals won’t purchase it. There’s no doubt that products exposed to these conditions will fail regulatory testing because of ash, cinders, and dirt. However, she also claimed that there are a handful of remediation methods that make for successful market-ready products. Lower the contamination One such solution involves preventing and treating contaminants such as cleaning out the growing area and your hydroponic systems when you experience a lower level of contamination. Heavy contamination, on the other hand, requires pressure washing and replacing ceiling tiles, drywall, and anything else that has absorbed larger amounts of these contaminants. Additionally, the level of contaminants that warrant taking extra measures will impact the operating efficiency of the growth facility.So how do contaminants such as ash and soot affect the cultivation of your plants? In 2020, there were nearly 59,000 wildfires that destroyed over 10 million acres of US land, almost double the amount from 2019 and higher than the US 10-year average. The latest outlook of the government’s drought monitor revealed that the primary areas of cannabis growth (the West and Southwest) will undergo prolonged drought conditions throughout 2021.Ultimately, these severe drought conditions will lead to a wide range of problems such as highly unstable crop growth, a dramatic loss of pasture lands, and serious water emergencies. The drastic deterioration of cultivation harvests will result in other problems for residents of these areas such as poor air quality. If hazardous readings exceed 250 micrograms per cubic meter for prolonged periods, the EPA will step in and recommend closing events, schools, and workplaces.The reality is that smoke is a volatile substance where cannabis plants are concerned and can cause a significant amount of stress to the growth process, especially to those individuals who utilize greenhouse or outdoor operations. If you are looking for a good smoking experience, there are a range of beakers and bongs that you can buy. To learn more, contact Tank Glass at (323) 364-7952 for additional sources of information or send us a message at support@tankglass.us.